Veterinary Nursing Guide to Monitoring Critical Patients: The Rule of 20

Monitoring Critical Patients: The Rule of 20

Monitoring Critical Patients: The Rule of 20 provides practical guidance for veterinary technicians caring for critically ill patients. It explains 20 key parameters used for daily monitoring and shows how they interact to guide nursing decisions. Each chapter focuses on a specific parameter, its clinical importance, and practical nursing considerations. It is especially useful for emergency and critical care veterinary teams.

Key Features:

• Explains the Rule of 20 for critical patient monitoring
• Covers essential parameters used in daily nursing care
• Discusses fluid balance, oxygenation, and blood pressure
• Covers heart rate, rhythm, glucose, and temperature
• Explains electrolyte and acid-base balance
• Addresses nutrition, renal function, and gastrointestinal health
• Covers coagulation, immunity, and antibiotic use
• Discusses pain control, wound care, and patient mobility
• Provides practical nursing considerations and clinical examples
• Supports veterinary technicians working in emergency and critical care