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Book Synopsis
Veterinary Anesthetic and Monitoring Equipment is the first veterinary-specific resource solely dedicated to anesthetic and monitoring equipment used in clinical practice. Offers a practical guide to anesthetic and monitoring equipment commonly used in veterinary medicineProvides clinically oriented guidance to troubleshooting problems that may occurDiscusses general principles applicable to any equipment found in the practicePresents information associated with novel anesthetic equipment and monitors

Trade Review

"Veterinary Anesthetic and Monitoring Equipment is a very nice compilation of anesthetic equipment–related topics. The text is very easy to read and contains good explanations of concepts....complemented with good-quality photographs and diagrams accompanied by explanations…. I recommend this book for anyone who is learning about veterinary anesthesia or intends to perform anesthesia." JAVMA, MAR 15, 2019, VOL 254, NO. 6



Table of Contents

List of Contributors xvii

Preface xxi

1 Medical Gas Cylinders and Pipeline Systems 1
Carl Bradbrook

1.1 Medical Gas Cylinders 1

1.2 Liquid Oxygen Tanks 8

1.3 Oxygen Concentrators 9

1.4 Medical Gas Pipeline Systems 9

References 15

2 Oxygen Concentrators 17
Allan Williamson

2.1 Introduction 17

2.2 Function 17

2.3 Product Gas 17

2.4 Clinical Use 18

2.5 Advantages 20

2.6 Disadvantages 20

2.7 Hazards 20

2.8 Summary 21

References 21

3 Small Animal Anesthetic Machines and Equipment 23
Craig Mosley and Amanda Shelby

3.1 Introduction 23

3.2 Safety and Design 23

3.3 The Basic Veterinary Anesthetic Machine 23

3.4 Breathing Systems 33

3.5 Waste Gas Scavenge Systems 33

3.6 Routine Anesthesia Machine Checkout Procedures 33

References 34

4 Large Animal Anesthesia Machines and Equipment 35
Amanda Shelby

4.1 History of the Large Animal Anesthesia Machine 35

4.2 Purpose 35

4.3 Standards 35

4.4 Similarity to Small Animal Machines 35

4.5 Components of the Anesthesia Machine 36

4.6 Large Animal Anesthesia Workstations 41

4.7 Common Commercially Available Machines 41

4.8 General Cautions 51

4.9 Miscellaneous Equipment for Large Animal Anesthesia 51

References 53

5 Anesthetic Vaporizers 55
Sharon Fornes, Kristen G. Cooley, and Rebecca A. Johnson

5.1 Introduction 55

5.2 Vaporizer Physics 55

5.3 Vaporizer Classification 56

5.4 Other Factors Affecting Vaporizers 62

5.5 Maintenance and Repair 64

5.6 Current Vaporizer Standards 65

5.7 The Modern Vaporizer 65

5.8 Specific Vaporizers 66

5.9 Summary 71

References 71

6 Anesthetic Ventilators 73
Katrina Lafferty

6.1 Introduction 73

6.2 Ventilator Function in the Breathing Circuit 73

6.3 Tidal Volume Delivery 73

6.4 Driving Gas 74

6.5 Bellows Construction 75

6.6 Pressure Limiting Controls 76

6.7 Gas Pressure Alarm 77

6.8 Exhaust Valve 77

6.9 Spill Valve 77

6.10 Ventilator Hose Connection or Ventilator Hose Switch 77

6.11 Ventilation Modes 78

6.12 Cleaning and Sterilization 79

6.13 Pressure Checking 79

6.14 General Concerns and Troubleshooting 80

6.15 Pediatric Ventilation 81

6.16 Basic Ventilator‐Patient Set‐up 82

6.17 Small Animal Mechanical Ventilators 82

6.18 Large Animal Mechanical Ventilators 85

6.19 Conclusion 89

References 89

7 Humidification and Positive Pressure Equipment 91
Stephanie Keating and Stuart Clark‐Price

7.1 Humidification 91

7.2 Positive Pressure Equipment 96

References 98

8 Waste Anesthetic Gas Collection and Consequences 101
Heidi Reuss‐Lamky

8.1 Introduction 101

8.2 Occupational WAG Exposure 101

8.3 Physical Properties and Elimination 102

8.4 Pharmacodynamics 102

8.5 History of Governmental Regulations and Trace (Waste) Gas Exposure 104

8.6 WAG Exposure Level Recommendations 104

8.7 Reducing Environmental WAG Exposure 104

8.8 The Anesthetist’s Responsibility 107

8.9 Monitoring WAG Exposure 112

8.10 Summary 112

References 113

9 Hazards of the Anesthetic Delivery System and Operating Room Fires 115
Odette O

9.1 Hazards of the Anesthetic Delivery System 115

9.2 Operating Room Fires 123

References 125

10 Components of the Breathing System 127
Craig Mosley and Amanda Shelby

10.1 Breathing Systems 127

10.2 Summary 139

References 139

11 Mapleson Breathing Systems 141
Tatiana Ferreira

11.1 Introduction 141

11.2 Fresh Gas Flows (FGFs) 141

11.3 Advantages and Disadvantages 141

11.4 Choice of System 143

11.5 Specific System Types 143

11.6 Combined Systems 150

11.7 Respiratory Gas Monitoring 150

11.8 Potential Hazards 151

References 152

12 The Circle System 155
Geoffrey Truchetti and Trish Anne Farry

12.1 Introduction 155

12.2 Components 155

12.3 Component Arrangement 162

12.4 Gas Flow 164

12.5 Resistance and Work of Breathing in the Circle System 166

12.6 Dead Space 166

12.7 Heat and Moisture 167

12.8 Maintenance 167

12.9 Advantages/Disadvantages 168

References 168

13 Laryngoscopes 171
Erin Wendt‐Hornickle

13.1 History 171

13.2 Laryngoscope Use 171

13.3 Description 171

13.4 Fiber Optic Endoscopes 174

13.5 Veterinary‐Specific Laryngoscopes 175

13.6 Summary 175

References 176

14 Supraglottic Airway Devices and Tracheal Tubes and Stylets 177
Jennifer Sager

14.1 Introduction 177

14.2 Laryngeal Mask Airway (LMA) 177

14.3 Veterinary‐gel (v‐gel®) Airway Device 178

14.4 Endotracheal Tubes 179

14.5 Large Animal Endotracheal Tubes 184

14.6 Reinforced Tubes 185

14.7 Laser Safe Tubes 185

14.8 Single Lung Intubation 186

14.9 Stylets 187

14.10 Cuff Pressure Manometers 188

14.11 Summary 190

References 190

15 Oxygen Delivery Systems 193
Jonathan Bach

15.1 Introduction 193

15.2 Oxygen Supplementation Techniques 193

15.3 Hyperbaric Oxygen 197

References 197

16 Gas Monitoring 199
Louise O’Dwyer

16.1 Introduction 199

16.2 Capnometry/Capnography 199

16.3 Oxygen Measurement 207

16.4 Nitrous Oxide and Inhalation Agent Analyzers 208

16.5 Blood Gas Analysis: Partial Pressures of Oxygen and CO2 210

16.6 Conclusion 210

References 210

17 Airway Volumes, Flows and Pressures 213
Andrew Claude and Alanna Johnson

17.1 Introduction 213

17.2 Definitions 213

17.3 Volume and Flow Measurement Devices 214

17.4 The Ventilatory (Respiratory) Cycle 218

17.5 Airway Pressure Monitoring 219

17.6 Spirometry Loops 219

References 222

18 Pulse Oximetry 223
Odette O

18.1 Introduction 223

18.2 History 223

18.3 Importance of Pulse Oximetry 223

18.4 Function 224

18.5 Pulse Oximeter Probes 224

18.6 Uses 225

18.7 Oxyhemoglobin Dissociation Curves in Different Species 225

18.8 Patient Factors 226

18.9 Abnormal Hemoglobin 227

18.10 Sources of Error 227

18.11 Perfusion Index (PI) and Plethysmograph Variability Index (PVI) 228

18.12 Other Pulse Oximeter Models 229

18.13 Low Saturation Alarms 231

18.14 Pulse Oximetry Use in the Recovery Period 231

18.15 Summary 231

References 232

19 Cardiovascular Monitoring 235
Anderson Favaro da Cunha and Rebecca A. Johnson

19.1 Introduction 235

19.2 Definitions 235

19.3 Measurement Techniques 235

19.4 Patient Point of View 244

19.5 Central Venous Pressure (CVP) 245

19.6 Cardiac Output Monitoring 246

19.7 Conclusion 248

References 248

20 Electrocardiography 253
Tracey Lawrence

20.1 Overview 253

20.2 The ECG Machine 253

20.3 Lead Systems 254

20.4 Mean Electrical Axis (MEA) 257

20.5 ECG Cycle 258

20.6 Electrode Placement 260

20.7 ECG Filters 263

20.8 Evaluating the ECG 264

20.9 Equipment Maintenance 268

20.10 Summary 268

References 269

21 Neuromuscular Transmission Monitoring 271
Molly Allen and Rebecca A. Johnson

21.1 Introduction 271

21.2 Neuromuscular Transmission 271

21.3 Peripheral Nerve Stimulation 271

21.4 Monitoring Techniques 275

21.5 Other Equipment 279

References 280

22 Temperature Regulation and Monitoring 285
Caroline Baldo and Darci Palmer

22.1 Introduction 285

22.2 Heat and Thermodynamics 285

22.3 Thermoregulation 285

22.4 Types of Heat Loss 286

22.5 Heat Loss During Anesthesia 287

22.6 Effects of Hypothermia and Hyperthermia 288

22.7 Re‐Warming 289

22.8 Temperature Monitoring Devices 290

22.9 Sites of Temperature Monitoring 291

22.10 Warming Devices 293

22.11 Active Warming Devices 293

22.12 Other Techniques to Minimize Heat Loss 298

22.13 High‐Risk Heating Methods 299

References 300

23 Fluid Regulation and Monitoring 303
Julie Walker

23.1 Overview of Fluid Physiology 303

23.2 Assessment of Fluid Balance 304

23.3 Advanced Fluid Balance Monitoring Techniques 307

23.4 Fluid Therapy 311

23.5 Equipment for Fluid Therapy 312

23.6 Summary 319

References 319

24 Anesthetic Records 323
Thomas Riebold

24.1 Introduction 323

24.2 Maintaining Anesthetic Records 323

24.3 Monitoring Recommendations 323

24.4 Paper Anesthetic Records 324

24.5 Electronic Anesthetic Records 324

24.6 Transitioning from Paper to Electronic Medical Records 327

24.7 Specific Types of Anesthetic Monitoring Software 328

24.8 Patient Management and Digital Records 330

24.9 Automated Dispensing Systems and Record Keeping 333

References 333

25 Equipment for the Magnetic Resonance Imaging System 335
Kris Kruse‐Elliott

25.1 Basic Principles of Magnetic Resonance Imaging 335

25.2 Regulations 337

25.3 MRI Hazard Classification 337

25.4 Types of Metal 338

25.5 Gauss Lines and Safety Zones 338

25.6 Specific Hazards 339

25.7 Compatible MRI Equipment 340

25.8 Anesthetic Machines 340

25.9 Vaporizers 341

25.10 Ventilators 342

25.11 Laryngoscopes 342

25.12 Endotracheal Tubes and Airway Devices 342

25.13 Monitors 342

25.14 Miscellaneous Items 345

25.15 Summary 346

References 346

26 Equipment for Environmental Extremes and Field Techniques 349
David Brunson and Kristen G. Cooley

26.1 Environmental Extremes 349

26.2 Temperature 349

26.3 Atmospheric Pressure 351

26.4 Drug Delivery Systems 352

26.5 Monitoring Equipment 356

26.6 Field Techniques 358

26.7 Anesthesia for Situations with Limited Means 358

26.8 Stress 362

26.9 Summary 363

References 363

27 Equipment Checkout and Maintenance 365
Molly Allen and Lesley Smith

27.1 Introduction 365

27.2 Daily Checks 365

27.3 Other Equipment 373

27.4 End of Case 373

27.5 Preventative Maintenance 374

References 374

28 Equipment Cleaning and Sterilization 377
Cristina de Miguel Garcia and Kristen G. Cooley

28.1 Introduction 377

28.2 The Decontamination Process 378

28.3 Recommendations for Cleaning and Disinfecting Specific Items 384

References 388

29 Unique Species Considerations: Dogs and Cats 391
Turi Aarnes

29.1 Introduction 391

29.2 Intubation 391

29.3 Breathing System 392

29.4 Monitoring 392

29.3 Recovery 393

29.6 Anesthetic Risk 393

References 394

30 Unique Species Considerations: Ruminants and Swine 395
Denise Radkey, Lindsey Snyder, and Rebecca A. Johnson

Part I: Ruminants 395

30.1 Introduction 395

30.2 Handling and Restraint 395

30.3 IV Catheterization 396

30.4 Induction Equipment 397

30.5 Tracheal Insufflation and Demand Valves 403

30.6 Padding and Positioning 404

30.7 Monitoring Equipment 406

30.8 Commercial Anesthetic Machines 408

30.9 Anesthetic Circuit 408

30.10 Anesthetic Recovery 409

30.11 Summary 410

Part II: Swine 410

30.12 Introduction 410

30.13 Handling and Restraint 410

30.14 Intravenous Catheter Placement 411

30.15 Induction Equipment 412

30.16 Monitoring Equipment 414

30.17 Anesthetic Circuit 415

30.18 Anesthetic Recovery 416

30.19 Summary 416

References 416

31 Unique Species Considerations: Equine 419
Carolyn Kerr

31.1 Introduction 419

31.2 Sedation and Pre‐Anesthetic Period Considerations 419

31.3 General Anesthesia 426

31.4 Recovery Period 437

31.5 Medical Records 437

References 438

32 Unique Species Considerations: Avian 441
Carrie Schroeder

32.1 Introduction 441

32.2 Anesthetic Considerations 443

32.3 Venous Access 445

32.4 Anesthetic Monitors 446

32.5 Anesthetic Circuits 447

32.6 Maintenance of Body Temperature 448

32.7 Anesthetic Recovery 448

References 449

33 Unique Species Considerations: Rabbits 451
Katrina Lafferty

33.1 Introduction 451

33.2 Intubation 451

33.3 Breathing Circuits 454

33.4 Monitors 454

33.5 Thermal Support 458

33.6 Summary 458

References 458

34 Unique Species Considerations: Rodents 461
Mario Arenillas Baquero and Rebecca A. Johnson

34.1 Introduction 461

34.2 Anesthetic Machines 461

34.3 Anesthetic Induction Chambers 462

34.4 Masks 464

34.5 Endotracheal Intubation and Intubation Devices 466

34.6 Ventilators 469

34.7 Monitoring Equipment 469

34.8 Warming Devices 473

34.9 Summary 474

References 474

35 Unique Species Considerations: Fish and Amphibians 477
Kurt Sladky

35.1 Introduction 477

35.2 Fish and Amphibian Anesthesia: Induction and Maintenance 477

35.3 Anesthetic Monitoring 483

References 486

36 Unique Species Considerations: Reptiles 489
Christoph Mans

36.1 Introduction 489

36.2 Anesthetic Induction 489

36.3 Airway Intubation 489

36.4 Anesthetic Monitoring 491

36.5 Summary 495

References 495

37 Unique Species Considerations: Non‐Human Primates 497
Stephen Cital

37.1 General Anatomy 497

37.2 Taxonomy 497

37.3 Immobilizing Equipment 497

37.4 Anesthetic Machines 497

37.5 Monitors 498

37.6 Summary 501

References 502

Index 503

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      Book Synopsis
      Veterinary Anesthetic and Monitoring Equipment is the first veterinary-specific resource solely dedicated to anesthetic and monitoring equipment used in clinical practice. Offers a practical guide to anesthetic and monitoring equipment commonly used in veterinary medicineProvides clinically oriented guidance to troubleshooting problems that may occurDiscusses general principles applicable to any equipment found in the practicePresents information associated with novel anesthetic equipment and monitors

      Trade Review

      "Veterinary Anesthetic and Monitoring Equipment is a very nice compilation of anesthetic equipment–related topics. The text is very easy to read and contains good explanations of concepts....complemented with good-quality photographs and diagrams accompanied by explanations…. I recommend this book for anyone who is learning about veterinary anesthesia or intends to perform anesthesia." JAVMA, MAR 15, 2019, VOL 254, NO. 6



      Table of Contents

      List of Contributors xvii

      Preface xxi

      1 Medical Gas Cylinders and Pipeline Systems 1
      Carl Bradbrook

      1.1 Medical Gas Cylinders 1

      1.2 Liquid Oxygen Tanks 8

      1.3 Oxygen Concentrators 9

      1.4 Medical Gas Pipeline Systems 9

      References 15

      2 Oxygen Concentrators 17
      Allan Williamson

      2.1 Introduction 17

      2.2 Function 17

      2.3 Product Gas 17

      2.4 Clinical Use 18

      2.5 Advantages 20

      2.6 Disadvantages 20

      2.7 Hazards 20

      2.8 Summary 21

      References 21

      3 Small Animal Anesthetic Machines and Equipment 23
      Craig Mosley and Amanda Shelby

      3.1 Introduction 23

      3.2 Safety and Design 23

      3.3 The Basic Veterinary Anesthetic Machine 23

      3.4 Breathing Systems 33

      3.5 Waste Gas Scavenge Systems 33

      3.6 Routine Anesthesia Machine Checkout Procedures 33

      References 34

      4 Large Animal Anesthesia Machines and Equipment 35
      Amanda Shelby

      4.1 History of the Large Animal Anesthesia Machine 35

      4.2 Purpose 35

      4.3 Standards 35

      4.4 Similarity to Small Animal Machines 35

      4.5 Components of the Anesthesia Machine 36

      4.6 Large Animal Anesthesia Workstations 41

      4.7 Common Commercially Available Machines 41

      4.8 General Cautions 51

      4.9 Miscellaneous Equipment for Large Animal Anesthesia 51

      References 53

      5 Anesthetic Vaporizers 55
      Sharon Fornes, Kristen G. Cooley, and Rebecca A. Johnson

      5.1 Introduction 55

      5.2 Vaporizer Physics 55

      5.3 Vaporizer Classification 56

      5.4 Other Factors Affecting Vaporizers 62

      5.5 Maintenance and Repair 64

      5.6 Current Vaporizer Standards 65

      5.7 The Modern Vaporizer 65

      5.8 Specific Vaporizers 66

      5.9 Summary 71

      References 71

      6 Anesthetic Ventilators 73
      Katrina Lafferty

      6.1 Introduction 73

      6.2 Ventilator Function in the Breathing Circuit 73

      6.3 Tidal Volume Delivery 73

      6.4 Driving Gas 74

      6.5 Bellows Construction 75

      6.6 Pressure Limiting Controls 76

      6.7 Gas Pressure Alarm 77

      6.8 Exhaust Valve 77

      6.9 Spill Valve 77

      6.10 Ventilator Hose Connection or Ventilator Hose Switch 77

      6.11 Ventilation Modes 78

      6.12 Cleaning and Sterilization 79

      6.13 Pressure Checking 79

      6.14 General Concerns and Troubleshooting 80

      6.15 Pediatric Ventilation 81

      6.16 Basic Ventilator‐Patient Set‐up 82

      6.17 Small Animal Mechanical Ventilators 82

      6.18 Large Animal Mechanical Ventilators 85

      6.19 Conclusion 89

      References 89

      7 Humidification and Positive Pressure Equipment 91
      Stephanie Keating and Stuart Clark‐Price

      7.1 Humidification 91

      7.2 Positive Pressure Equipment 96

      References 98

      8 Waste Anesthetic Gas Collection and Consequences 101
      Heidi Reuss‐Lamky

      8.1 Introduction 101

      8.2 Occupational WAG Exposure 101

      8.3 Physical Properties and Elimination 102

      8.4 Pharmacodynamics 102

      8.5 History of Governmental Regulations and Trace (Waste) Gas Exposure 104

      8.6 WAG Exposure Level Recommendations 104

      8.7 Reducing Environmental WAG Exposure 104

      8.8 The Anesthetist’s Responsibility 107

      8.9 Monitoring WAG Exposure 112

      8.10 Summary 112

      References 113

      9 Hazards of the Anesthetic Delivery System and Operating Room Fires 115
      Odette O

      9.1 Hazards of the Anesthetic Delivery System 115

      9.2 Operating Room Fires 123

      References 125

      10 Components of the Breathing System 127
      Craig Mosley and Amanda Shelby

      10.1 Breathing Systems 127

      10.2 Summary 139

      References 139

      11 Mapleson Breathing Systems 141
      Tatiana Ferreira

      11.1 Introduction 141

      11.2 Fresh Gas Flows (FGFs) 141

      11.3 Advantages and Disadvantages 141

      11.4 Choice of System 143

      11.5 Specific System Types 143

      11.6 Combined Systems 150

      11.7 Respiratory Gas Monitoring 150

      11.8 Potential Hazards 151

      References 152

      12 The Circle System 155
      Geoffrey Truchetti and Trish Anne Farry

      12.1 Introduction 155

      12.2 Components 155

      12.3 Component Arrangement 162

      12.4 Gas Flow 164

      12.5 Resistance and Work of Breathing in the Circle System 166

      12.6 Dead Space 166

      12.7 Heat and Moisture 167

      12.8 Maintenance 167

      12.9 Advantages/Disadvantages 168

      References 168

      13 Laryngoscopes 171
      Erin Wendt‐Hornickle

      13.1 History 171

      13.2 Laryngoscope Use 171

      13.3 Description 171

      13.4 Fiber Optic Endoscopes 174

      13.5 Veterinary‐Specific Laryngoscopes 175

      13.6 Summary 175

      References 176

      14 Supraglottic Airway Devices and Tracheal Tubes and Stylets 177
      Jennifer Sager

      14.1 Introduction 177

      14.2 Laryngeal Mask Airway (LMA) 177

      14.3 Veterinary‐gel (v‐gel®) Airway Device 178

      14.4 Endotracheal Tubes 179

      14.5 Large Animal Endotracheal Tubes 184

      14.6 Reinforced Tubes 185

      14.7 Laser Safe Tubes 185

      14.8 Single Lung Intubation 186

      14.9 Stylets 187

      14.10 Cuff Pressure Manometers 188

      14.11 Summary 190

      References 190

      15 Oxygen Delivery Systems 193
      Jonathan Bach

      15.1 Introduction 193

      15.2 Oxygen Supplementation Techniques 193

      15.3 Hyperbaric Oxygen 197

      References 197

      16 Gas Monitoring 199
      Louise O’Dwyer

      16.1 Introduction 199

      16.2 Capnometry/Capnography 199

      16.3 Oxygen Measurement 207

      16.4 Nitrous Oxide and Inhalation Agent Analyzers 208

      16.5 Blood Gas Analysis: Partial Pressures of Oxygen and CO2 210

      16.6 Conclusion 210

      References 210

      17 Airway Volumes, Flows and Pressures 213
      Andrew Claude and Alanna Johnson

      17.1 Introduction 213

      17.2 Definitions 213

      17.3 Volume and Flow Measurement Devices 214

      17.4 The Ventilatory (Respiratory) Cycle 218

      17.5 Airway Pressure Monitoring 219

      17.6 Spirometry Loops 219

      References 222

      18 Pulse Oximetry 223
      Odette O

      18.1 Introduction 223

      18.2 History 223

      18.3 Importance of Pulse Oximetry 223

      18.4 Function 224

      18.5 Pulse Oximeter Probes 224

      18.6 Uses 225

      18.7 Oxyhemoglobin Dissociation Curves in Different Species 225

      18.8 Patient Factors 226

      18.9 Abnormal Hemoglobin 227

      18.10 Sources of Error 227

      18.11 Perfusion Index (PI) and Plethysmograph Variability Index (PVI) 228

      18.12 Other Pulse Oximeter Models 229

      18.13 Low Saturation Alarms 231

      18.14 Pulse Oximetry Use in the Recovery Period 231

      18.15 Summary 231

      References 232

      19 Cardiovascular Monitoring 235
      Anderson Favaro da Cunha and Rebecca A. Johnson

      19.1 Introduction 235

      19.2 Definitions 235

      19.3 Measurement Techniques 235

      19.4 Patient Point of View 244

      19.5 Central Venous Pressure (CVP) 245

      19.6 Cardiac Output Monitoring 246

      19.7 Conclusion 248

      References 248

      20 Electrocardiography 253
      Tracey Lawrence

      20.1 Overview 253

      20.2 The ECG Machine 253

      20.3 Lead Systems 254

      20.4 Mean Electrical Axis (MEA) 257

      20.5 ECG Cycle 258

      20.6 Electrode Placement 260

      20.7 ECG Filters 263

      20.8 Evaluating the ECG 264

      20.9 Equipment Maintenance 268

      20.10 Summary 268

      References 269

      21 Neuromuscular Transmission Monitoring 271
      Molly Allen and Rebecca A. Johnson

      21.1 Introduction 271

      21.2 Neuromuscular Transmission 271

      21.3 Peripheral Nerve Stimulation 271

      21.4 Monitoring Techniques 275

      21.5 Other Equipment 279

      References 280

      22 Temperature Regulation and Monitoring 285
      Caroline Baldo and Darci Palmer

      22.1 Introduction 285

      22.2 Heat and Thermodynamics 285

      22.3 Thermoregulation 285

      22.4 Types of Heat Loss 286

      22.5 Heat Loss During Anesthesia 287

      22.6 Effects of Hypothermia and Hyperthermia 288

      22.7 Re‐Warming 289

      22.8 Temperature Monitoring Devices 290

      22.9 Sites of Temperature Monitoring 291

      22.10 Warming Devices 293

      22.11 Active Warming Devices 293

      22.12 Other Techniques to Minimize Heat Loss 298

      22.13 High‐Risk Heating Methods 299

      References 300

      23 Fluid Regulation and Monitoring 303
      Julie Walker

      23.1 Overview of Fluid Physiology 303

      23.2 Assessment of Fluid Balance 304

      23.3 Advanced Fluid Balance Monitoring Techniques 307

      23.4 Fluid Therapy 311

      23.5 Equipment for Fluid Therapy 312

      23.6 Summary 319

      References 319

      24 Anesthetic Records 323
      Thomas Riebold

      24.1 Introduction 323

      24.2 Maintaining Anesthetic Records 323

      24.3 Monitoring Recommendations 323

      24.4 Paper Anesthetic Records 324

      24.5 Electronic Anesthetic Records 324

      24.6 Transitioning from Paper to Electronic Medical Records 327

      24.7 Specific Types of Anesthetic Monitoring Software 328

      24.8 Patient Management and Digital Records 330

      24.9 Automated Dispensing Systems and Record Keeping 333

      References 333

      25 Equipment for the Magnetic Resonance Imaging System 335
      Kris Kruse‐Elliott

      25.1 Basic Principles of Magnetic Resonance Imaging 335

      25.2 Regulations 337

      25.3 MRI Hazard Classification 337

      25.4 Types of Metal 338

      25.5 Gauss Lines and Safety Zones 338

      25.6 Specific Hazards 339

      25.7 Compatible MRI Equipment 340

      25.8 Anesthetic Machines 340

      25.9 Vaporizers 341

      25.10 Ventilators 342

      25.11 Laryngoscopes 342

      25.12 Endotracheal Tubes and Airway Devices 342

      25.13 Monitors 342

      25.14 Miscellaneous Items 345

      25.15 Summary 346

      References 346

      26 Equipment for Environmental Extremes and Field Techniques 349
      David Brunson and Kristen G. Cooley

      26.1 Environmental Extremes 349

      26.2 Temperature 349

      26.3 Atmospheric Pressure 351

      26.4 Drug Delivery Systems 352

      26.5 Monitoring Equipment 356

      26.6 Field Techniques 358

      26.7 Anesthesia for Situations with Limited Means 358

      26.8 Stress 362

      26.9 Summary 363

      References 363

      27 Equipment Checkout and Maintenance 365
      Molly Allen and Lesley Smith

      27.1 Introduction 365

      27.2 Daily Checks 365

      27.3 Other Equipment 373

      27.4 End of Case 373

      27.5 Preventative Maintenance 374

      References 374

      28 Equipment Cleaning and Sterilization 377
      Cristina de Miguel Garcia and Kristen G. Cooley

      28.1 Introduction 377

      28.2 The Decontamination Process 378

      28.3 Recommendations for Cleaning and Disinfecting Specific Items 384

      References 388

      29 Unique Species Considerations: Dogs and Cats 391
      Turi Aarnes

      29.1 Introduction 391

      29.2 Intubation 391

      29.3 Breathing System 392

      29.4 Monitoring 392

      29.3 Recovery 393

      29.6 Anesthetic Risk 393

      References 394

      30 Unique Species Considerations: Ruminants and Swine 395
      Denise Radkey, Lindsey Snyder, and Rebecca A. Johnson

      Part I: Ruminants 395

      30.1 Introduction 395

      30.2 Handling and Restraint 395

      30.3 IV Catheterization 396

      30.4 Induction Equipment 397

      30.5 Tracheal Insufflation and Demand Valves 403

      30.6 Padding and Positioning 404

      30.7 Monitoring Equipment 406

      30.8 Commercial Anesthetic Machines 408

      30.9 Anesthetic Circuit 408

      30.10 Anesthetic Recovery 409

      30.11 Summary 410

      Part II: Swine 410

      30.12 Introduction 410

      30.13 Handling and Restraint 410

      30.14 Intravenous Catheter Placement 411

      30.15 Induction Equipment 412

      30.16 Monitoring Equipment 414

      30.17 Anesthetic Circuit 415

      30.18 Anesthetic Recovery 416

      30.19 Summary 416

      References 416

      31 Unique Species Considerations: Equine 419
      Carolyn Kerr

      31.1 Introduction 419

      31.2 Sedation and Pre‐Anesthetic Period Considerations 419

      31.3 General Anesthesia 426

      31.4 Recovery Period 437

      31.5 Medical Records 437

      References 438

      32 Unique Species Considerations: Avian 441
      Carrie Schroeder

      32.1 Introduction 441

      32.2 Anesthetic Considerations 443

      32.3 Venous Access 445

      32.4 Anesthetic Monitors 446

      32.5 Anesthetic Circuits 447

      32.6 Maintenance of Body Temperature 448

      32.7 Anesthetic Recovery 448

      References 449

      33 Unique Species Considerations: Rabbits 451
      Katrina Lafferty

      33.1 Introduction 451

      33.2 Intubation 451

      33.3 Breathing Circuits 454

      33.4 Monitors 454

      33.5 Thermal Support 458

      33.6 Summary 458

      References 458

      34 Unique Species Considerations: Rodents 461
      Mario Arenillas Baquero and Rebecca A. Johnson

      34.1 Introduction 461

      34.2 Anesthetic Machines 461

      34.3 Anesthetic Induction Chambers 462

      34.4 Masks 464

      34.5 Endotracheal Intubation and Intubation Devices 466

      34.6 Ventilators 469

      34.7 Monitoring Equipment 469

      34.8 Warming Devices 473

      34.9 Summary 474

      References 474

      35 Unique Species Considerations: Fish and Amphibians 477
      Kurt Sladky

      35.1 Introduction 477

      35.2 Fish and Amphibian Anesthesia: Induction and Maintenance 477

      35.3 Anesthetic Monitoring 483

      References 486

      36 Unique Species Considerations: Reptiles 489
      Christoph Mans

      36.1 Introduction 489

      36.2 Anesthetic Induction 489

      36.3 Airway Intubation 489

      36.4 Anesthetic Monitoring 491

      36.5 Summary 495

      References 495

      37 Unique Species Considerations: Non‐Human Primates 497
      Stephen Cital

      37.1 General Anatomy 497

      37.2 Taxonomy 497

      37.3 Immobilizing Equipment 497

      37.4 Anesthetic Machines 497

      37.5 Monitors 498

      37.6 Summary 501

      References 502

      Index 503

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