TPR/ Triage
what is one drug you can use during cpr?
What is Epinephrine /Atropine /Lidocaine
the class of drugs used to reduce inflammation and control pain in critically ill animals.
What are steroids (glucocorticoids)?
The best way to deliver medication to the patient quickly if it is too difficult or takes too long to place an IV catheter
what is intraosseous catheter / into the bone
This is the first step in effectively communicating with a client when they enter the clinic.
What is greeting the client warmly and introducing yourself?
In a pregnant mare "red bag" delivery implies what situation?
what is Premature placental separation
When a patient is terminally ill, this is the humane method used to end the animal's suffering, often performed in the clinic with the assistance of the veterinary team.
What is euthanasia?
This opioid is often used in emergency settings for its potent analgesic effects and can be administered via IV, IM, or subcutaneously.
What is morphine?
This is one of the most common indications for fluid therapy, especially in cases of vomiting, diarrhea, or polyuria.
what is dehydration?
This is an essential part of client education, where you explain signs of recovery or complications that owners should watch for after a procedure or treatment.
What is post-care instructions?
This type of emergency should be treated first in a veterinary setting, as it poses the most immediate threat to the animal's life.
What is respiratory distress or airway obstruction?
This is the term for when the body is unable to maintain an adequate blood supply, often caused by blood loss, heart failure, or sepsis, and is considered a medical emergency.
What is shock?
This class of drugs is used to treat arrhythmias by stabilizing the heart's electrical conduction.
What are antiarrhythmics?
Fluid therapy is essential in this condition where low blood volume leads to inadequate tissue perfusion and oxygen delivery, often resulting in shock.
What is hypovolemic shock?
This type of communication helps prevent misunderstandings and ensures that every member of the team is informed about the patient’s condition and treatment.
What is documentation?
Blood lactate is a make of what ?
what is hypoperfusion or blood perfusion and oxygen delivery to the tissue?
In critical care, this is a blood test that helps assess kidney function, dehydration, and electrolyte imbalances.
What is a blood chemistry panel?
This medication is often given as a "shock dose" to treat hypovolemic shock by restoring fluid balance.
What is lactated Ringer's solution (LRS)?
The term for fluids being administered under the skin, which is often used for mild dehydration or maintenance fluid therapy in stable patients.
What is subcutaneous (SQ)?
When delivering difficult news, like a terminal diagnosis, it is crucial to do this to help the client process the information.
What is allow time for questions and provide support resources?
During which cardiac status would a defibrillator most likely be used and effected?
What is ventricular fibrillation?
In critically ill patients with sepsis, this medication class is administered to help fight bacterial infections, often given intravenously in the emergency setting.
What are antibiotics?
his drug is commonly used to induce vomiting in cases of poisoning, but should not be used in cases involving corrosive substances.
What is apomorphine?
This method of fluid administration involves placing a catheter directly into the jugular vein for rapid infusion of large volumes of fluid.
What is central venous access?
The ideal response when a client expresses concerns about the cost of care is to acknowledge their concerns and offer this solution.
What is explaining payment options or discussing financial assistance?
what is the shock does of fluids for a cat?
what is 45 ml/kg