Book Details
Orange Code:96097
Paperback:626 pages
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1. Setting the Stage: Observing and Understanding Equine Behavior2. Safe Methods by Which to Approach and Restrain the Equine Patient3. Assessing the Big Picture: The Equine Body, Skin, Coat, Coat Colors, and Markings4. Examining the Head, with Emphasis on the Eyes and Ears5. Examining the Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and Lymphatic Systems of the Equine Chapter Patient6. Examining the Alimentary Tract of the Equine Patient7. Equine Musculoskeletal and Lameness Exams8. Examining the Nervous System of the Horse9. The Reproductive Exam in the Mare10. The Reproductive Exam in the Gelding and Stallion11. Examination of the Neonate12. Basic Clinical Procedures in Equine Practice13. Indications for Referral in Equine Practice14. Setting the Stage: Observing and Understanding Ruminant Behavior15. Safe Methods by Which to Approach and Restrain Ruminants16. Assessing the Big Picture: the Body; the Coat, and the Skin of the Cow, Sheep, Goat, and South American Camelid17. Examining the Head of the Ruminant, with Emphasis on the Eyes, Ears, Nose, Mouth, and Throat18. Examining the Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems of the Ruminant19. Examining the Lymphatic System of the Ruminant20. Examination of the Ruminant Digestive System21. Examining the Musculoskeletal System of Ruminants22. Examining the Nervous System of the Ruminant23. The Reproductive Exam in the Cow, Ewe, Doe, and Female South American Camelid24. The Reproductive Exam in the Bull, Ram, Buck, and South American Camelid Stud25. Examination of the Neonate226. Clinical Diagnostic Procedures in Ruminants27. Indications for Referral
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Featuring hundreds of full-color images demonstrating the observation and hands-on clinical skills described, Performing the Large Animal Physical Examination offers a step-by-step guide to all aspects of assessing the health and wellbeing of equine patients and ruminants. Cattle, sheep, and goats are emphasized, with vital commentary about camelids included when applicable.
Each section begins with information on observing, approaching, and safely handling patients, then discusses how to systematically evaluate each body system. A companion website features video clips demonstrating key concepts.
Performing the Large Animal Physical Examination includes information on:
- Equine and ruminant behavior, including feeding, social, herd, and separation behaviors, sleep and rest disturbances, other stereotypies
- The distance examination, observation, and efficient methods to approach and restrain patients, with emphasis on flight zones and point of balance, safety of personnel, and animal welfare
- Big picture considerations with respect to the patient’s body, coat, and skin, including coat color and markings, weight and height estimations, and forms of patient identification
- Evaluation of the head (eyes, ears, nose, and throat) as well as the cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, gastrointestinal, reproductive, musculoskeletal, and nervous systems, plus considerations specific to the lameness exam
- Basic clinical procedures and common clinical conditions specific to each body system in horses, small and large ruminants
Performing the Large Animal Physical Examination is an essential resource for students and other veterinary team members to develop comfort and confidence observing, approaching, handling, and examining equine and ruminant patients, as well as for experienced practitioners who may wish to refine their skills and clinical acumen.
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