Managing pain for better surgical outcomes
Adequate pain control can aid in faster healing times, less patient interference with the surgical site, and reduced chance of the development of a chronic pain syndrome.
Pain management
How to approach polytrauma
While severe visible injuries can cause distress to practitioners, threatening internal injuries are easily overlooked, leading to more compromising conditions, such as cardiopulmonary arrest.
A pharmaceutical approach to pain management
Recognizing, assessing, and treating pain is not only essential for the comfort and well-being of our patients, but also contributes to their overall recovery and quality of life.
Physiotherapy: Pain relief first
Patient pain relief and management are critical to prepare them to reap optimal benefits from their physiotherapy.
Euthanasia Without Pain: It Can Be Done
In this session: Kathleen Cooney, DVM, CHPV, CCFP, and the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA) lays the foundation for a pain-free passing each and every time. Special focus given to dogs and cats, though subthemes will emerge for all species. Let’s say “goodbye” to pain during death.
Is CBD a better option than NSAIDs?
CBD has amassed evidential support and transparent quality control. Could it provide a suitable treatment choice? Certainly, more remains to be known about dosing and drug-herb interactions.
Nixing ‘compounded’ medication problems
With the growth of 503B-manufactured veterinary drugs, there has been an increase in the number of compounded medications available in a range of “standard” dosage offerings appropriate for animal use.
Implementing AAHA-guided senior care
Staged senior healthcare plans, with the outcomes of maintaining quality of life (QOL), human-animal bond, and shared decision-making with the pet owner, can allow for proactive strategies for individual senior dog or cat needs.
An integrated approach to older cat care
For feline seniors, integrative medicine makes sense, particularly when one considers the risks of long-term medications, along with cats’ aversion to being medicated.
A look at fluid stewardship
IV fluids are commonly used to stabilize hospitalized patients. When used properly, they replace fluids and electrolytes and help patients heal. Otherwise, it can be dangerous and fatal.