LEADER 05142nam 2200625Ia 450 001 9910583498003321 005 20230125170717.0 010 $a1-4377-0661-4 035 $a(CKB)2670000000132129 035 $a(EBL)1429549 035 $a(OCoLC)861538707 035 $a(SSID)ssj0000720162 035 $a(PQKBManifestationID)12296638 035 $a(PQKBTitleCode)TC0000720162 035 $a(PQKBWorkID)10679728 035 $a(PQKB)11161765 035 $a(MiAaPQ)EBC1429549 035 $a(EXLCZ)992670000000132129 100 $a20120508d2012 uy 0 101 0 $aeng 135 $aur|n|---||||| 181 $ctxt 182 $cc 183 $acr 200 04$aThe cat $eclinical medicine and management /$f[edited by] Susan E. Little 210 $aSt. Louis $cElsevier Saunders$dc2012 215 $a1 online resource (1426 p.) 300 $aDescription based upon print version of record. 311 $a1-4377-0660-6 320 $aIncludes bibliographical references and index. 327 $aFront cover; Frequently Used Abbreviations; The Cat; Copyright page; Section Editors; Contributors; Dedication; Preface; Acknowledgments; Foreword; Table of Contents; I Fundamentals of Feline Practice; CHAPTER 1 Understanding the Cat and Feline-Friendly Handling; Outline; The Client's Perspective; The Veterinary Team's Perspective; The Cat's Perspective; A Better Way; Understanding the Cat; The History of the Cat; The Cat's Senses: How Cats Perceive the World; Cat Communication; Visual Communication; Olfactory Communication; Vocal and Tactile Communication 327 $aCauses of Misbehavior and Aggression at Veterinary VisitsFear Responses; Learning in Cats; Sensitive Period of Socialization; Feline-Friendly Veterinary Visits; The Situation Today; Client Education; Getting the Cat to the Veterinary Hospital; Receiving the Cat and Client; First Veterinary Visits and Kitten Classes; Getting the Cat Out of the Carrier; Handling During Examination; Handling for Laboratory Sample Collection; Measuring Blood Pressure; Collecting Blood Samples; Collecting Urine Samples; Hospitalization; Returning Home; Conclusion; References; CHAPTER 2 The Cat-Friendly Practice 327 $aOutlineFeline Veterinarians; Foundations of A Cat-Friendly Practice; Physical Features of A Cat-Friendly Practice; Public Areas; Examination Rooms; Treatment Areas; Equipment; Housing; Conclusion; References; CHAPTER 3 Deciphering the Cat:; Outline; Establishing Relationship-Centered Care; The Medical History; Initial Information Phase; Routine History; Prior and Existing Complaints; The Physical Examination; Initial Steps; The Head; The Neck and Forelimbs; The Thorax and Trunk; The Abdomen; The Hindquarters and Tail; Final General Assessment; References 327 $aCHAPTER 4 Guidelines and Precautions for Drug Therapy in CatsOutline; Differences in Drug Metabolism in Cats; Dosage Adjustments for Renal Insufficiency; Drug Therapy Considerations in Hepatic Insufficiency; Therapeutic Considerations in Neonates and Kittens; Therapeutic Considerations in Senior and Geriatric Cats; Drug Compounding for Cats; Alternative Formulations/Routes for Medicating Cats; Conclusion; References; CHAPTER 5 Fluid Therapy; Outline; Body Fluid Balance; Steady State and the Concept of Maintenance; Body Fluid Compartments 327 $aFluid Movement in the Extracellular Fluid CompartmentFluid Movement Between the Intracellular Fluid and Extracellular Fluid Compartments; Perfusion; Salt Balance: Disorders of ECF Volume; Sodium Content; Regulation of Sodium Balance; Water Balance: Disorders of Sodium Concentration; Permeant and Impermeant Solutes; Tonicity; Regulation of Water Balance; Understanding Fluid Losses; Sensible and Insensible Fluid Losses; Body Weight and Fluid Losses; Relationship to Lean Body Mass; Terminology of Body Fluid Balance; Assessment of Fluid loss; Assessment of Fluid Excess 327 $aBody Response to Hypovolemia 330 $aComprehensive in scope and exclusively devoted to feline medical care, Dr. Susan Little's The Cat: Clinical Medicine and Management is an essential resource for anyone who provides complete, state-of-the-art care to cats. In one convenient volume, you'll find authoritative, clinically-focused information enhanced by full-color illustrations, tables, boxes, algorithms, key points, and much more - all in a format designed for quick access. Dr. Little and her expert contributors address the unique concerns and challenges facing the feline practitioner, including the latest advances in f 606 $aCats$xDiseases$xDiagnosis 606 $aCats$xDiseases$xTreatment 606 $aCats$xNutrition 606 $aCats$xBehavior 615 0$aCats$xDiseases$xDiagnosis. 615 0$aCats$xDiseases$xTreatment. 615 0$aCats$xNutrition. 615 0$aCats$xBehavior. 676 $a636.8/083 676 $a636.8083 701 $aLittle$b Susan$cDVM.$0857799 801 0$bMiAaPQ 801 1$bMiAaPQ 801 2$bMiAaPQ 906 $aBOOK 912 $a9910583498003321 996 $aThe cat$91915321 997 $aUNINA