Practical Cardiology for Veterinary Nurses, 1st Edition

The book:

• Begins with basic anatomy and physiology, foundations required to understand the disease processes explained in later chapters
• Covers diseases seen in small animal practice, including congenital disease, heart failure and treatment options
• Gives the nurse a sound understanding of electrocardiography, thoracic radiography and cardiac ultrasound: how to perform these, and what they are seeing
• Covers the hands-on requirements of the veterinary nurse, such as heart auscultation and feeling patient pulses
• Lists cardiac drugs, explaining when and why pharmacology would be used, as well as side effects
• Has a dedicated chapter on first aid
• Discusses chronic nursing management of heart conditions, including remote monitoring, support and care planning.