Large Animal Internal Medicine

by Smith, Bradford P.; Infusion Nurses Society

• ISBN13: 9780323042970
• ISBN10: 032304297X
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2008-06-02
• Publisher: Elsevier Science Health Science div

Summary

Large Animal Internal Medicine, 4th Edition features a problem-based approach with discussions of over 150 clinical signs. This is the first internal medicine reference that enables you to efficiently diagnose horses, cattle, sheep, and goats based on clinical observation and laboratory and diagnostic testing. With this user-friendly format, you can find essential information about specific diseases and reach a diagnosis by simply identifying the signs. A unique problem-based approach with discussions of over 150 clinical signs and manifestations helps you quickly reach a diagnosis based on observations and laboratory tests. Causes of Presenting Signs boxes provide easy access to complete lists of common, less common, and uncommon diseases associated with manifestations or signs of disease. Complete lists of diseases associated with a given lab abnormality in Causes of Abnormal Laboratory Values boxes help you easily interpret abnormalities in clinical chemistry, hematology, blood proteins, and clotting tests. An expert team of over 180 authors contributing information in their areas of expertise ensures you are using the most accurate and up-to-date information available. Color plates accompanying Diseases of the Eye and Diseases of the Alimentary Tract enable you to visually recognize the clinical appearance of ophthalmologic conditions and alimentary tract disorders for quick and easy diagnosis and treatment. Six all-new chapters provide in-depth coverage of diagnostic testing, critical care and fluid therapy, biosecurity and infection control, and genetic disorders.

Table of Contents

History, Physical Examination, and Medical Records

Ruminant History, Physical Examination, and Records

Equine Physical Examination, History, and Records

Manifestations of Disease

Pain

Alterations in Body Temperature

Alterations in Respiratory Function

Alterations in Cardiovascular and Hemolymphatic Systems

Alterations in Alimentary and Hepatic Function

Localization and Differentiation of Neurologic Diseases

Alterations in Body Weight or Size

Alterations in Urinary Function

Alterations in Skin

Alterations in Sexual Function

Musculoskeletal Abnormalities

Collapse Sudden Death

Disorders and Management of the Neonate

The Peripartum Period

Perinatal Adaptation, Asphyxia, and Resuscitation

Initial Management and Physical Examination of the Neonate

Supportive Care of the Abnormal Newborn

Neonatal Infection

Manifestations of Disease in the Neonate

Milk Replacers

Collection of Samples and Interpretation of Laboratory Tests

Clinical Chemistry Tests

Collection and Submission of Samples for Cytology and Hematology

Alterations in the Erythron

Alterations in the Leukogram

Alterations in Blood Proteins

Alterations in the Clotting Profile

Collection and Evaluation of Bone Marrow

Antigen Detection Tests

Disorders of the Organ Systems

Diseases of the Cardiovascular System

Diseases of the Respiratory System

Diseases of the Alimentary Tract

Diseases of the Hepatobiliary System

Diseases of the Renal System

Diseases of the Nervous System

Mammary Gland Health and Disorders

Diseases of the Hematopoietic and Hemolymphatic Systems

Diseases of Bones, Joints, and Connective Tissues

Diseases of the Eye

Diseases of the Skin

Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases

Diseases of Muscle

Diseases of the Reproductive System

Preventive and Therapeutic Strategies

Critical Care and Fluid Therapy

Principles of Antimicrobial Therapy

Infection Control in a Large Animal Hospital

Prevention, Detection and Response to Foreign Animal Diseases

The Use of Biologics in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases

Parasite Control Programs

Nutrition of the Sick Animal

Congenital, Hereditary, Immunologic, and Toxic Disorders

Genetic Tests for Large Animals

Congenital Defects and Hereditary Disorders in Ruminants

Congenital Defects and Hereditary Diseases in the Horse

Immunologic Disorders

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