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Cardiopulmonary cerebral resuscitation (CPCR) refers to the re-establishment of circulation and preservation of neurologic function following an arrest.

In many veterinary practices today, obtaining informed consent consists of the receptionist placing a consent form in front of the client and telling the client they need to sigh the form so the doctor can perform the surgery or treat the animal.

The vomiting reflex is a complex mechanism that can be initiated peripherally from the GI tract, pharynx, chemoreceptor trigger zone (CRTZ), and vestibular systems or centrally at the emetic center in the brain.

Anemia is commonly seen in veterinary emergency and critical care medicine.

The practice of emergency ultrasound is based on two paradigms: immediate results and focused examinations.

Busting the top veterinary pharmacology myths.

It is not uncommon for veterinarians working with companion animals to run into suspected intoxications where the actual toxicant cannot be identified.

An enormous amount of information can be obtained from an abdominal radiograph, especially in emergency/critical care situations.

It has been my experience in an academic environment that mycotoxicoses are generally thought to be exclusively a large animal problem.

Most self-governing professions are also guided by rules of ethics in their practices so as to further ensure the protection of the public from the unscrupulous or incompetent practitioner.

Opioids are commonly used in veterinary medicine for their analgesic, sedative, and anti-diarrhea properties.

It is not uncommon for veterinarians working with companion animals to run into suspected intoxications where the actual toxicant cannot be identified.

Therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) provides insight on the internal exposure of drug available to reach the site of action.

The financial commentaries in recent times have signalled a gloomy outlook on a global basis.

Fever of Unknown Origin (FUO) is defined in human medicine as an illness of more than 3 weeks duration, with a fever 1.5 ?F above normal body temperature on multiple occasions, the cause of which remains uncertain after 1 week of in-hospital investigation.

Gastrointestinal (GI) prokinetic drugs stimulate smooth muscle contractions to enhance gastric emptying and transit of the small and large intestines.

One of the key tenets of a self-governed profession is the requirement of the members of the profession to regulate and, when warranted, sanction its own members who might engage in conduct which is unprofessional and adverse to the public interest.

It is not uncommon for veterinarians working with companion animals to run into suspected intoxications.

Dietary management is a vital component of successful treatment of many Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases.

A guideline to managining common household toxins.

Chronic vomiting (intermittently or continuously for at least 7 days) in dogs and cats is a common and frustrating problem for clients and veterinarians.

Drug-induced diseases are commonly encountered and described as adverse drug reactions i.e. an undesirable effect of drug treatment.

The heifer selection program is a vital aspect of a commercial cow-calf operation.

Practical management of severe wounds and open fractures begins with initial assessment and management.

Constipation is a frequent complaint middle aged to older cats. In some cases the disease becomes refractory enough to treatment that either subtotal colectomy or euthanasia have to be considered.

In recent years, vaccination protocols have undergone a number of changes, such as which vaccines to give, when, and how often.

The principles of management of patients with severe lung disease and injury are summarized and the cases depicting the use if these management techniques are presented.

Several insidious diseases cause significant economic loss to sheep and goat producers through decreased longevity, growth rate, milk production and animal sales, and they are often purchased through inapparent carriers.

The object of this review is to convey new scientific information and resultant practical techniques applicable to the care of the severely injured patient.

Guidelines for immunosuppressive therapy