Buch, Englisch, 272 Seiten, Format (B × H): 161 mm x 233 mm, Gewicht: 528 g
Buch, Englisch, 272 Seiten, Format (B × H): 161 mm x 233 mm, Gewicht: 528 g
Reihe: Laboratory Animal Pocket Reference
ISBN: 978-0-8493-2499-4
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Inc
The book covers the varied approaches to laboratory rodent patient care, health assessments, characteristics of specific disease models, monitoring and scoring of disease parameters, and humane interventions. Giving primary consideration to preservation of animal health and welfare, the text also considers how best to balance welfare with the achievement of proposed scientific objectives. Organized into five chapters, this full-color book covers the following topics:
- General Approaches for Critical Care
- Critical Care Management for Laboratory Mice
- Critical Care Management for Laboratory Rats
- Special Considerations for Critical Care Management in Laboratory Rodents
- Resources and Additional Information
The author provides treatment guidelines with the expectation that they will be applied with apt professional judgment, allowing for further modification of clinical recommendations for improved patient-based care and welfare for research animals.
Zielgruppe
Professional
Autoren/Hrsg.
Weitere Infos & Material
General Approaches for Critical Care. Critical Care Management for Laboratory Mice. Critical Care Management for Laboratory Rats. Special Considerations for Critical Care Management in Laboratory Rodents. Resources and Additional Information. Appendix A: glossary of acronyms and terms. Appendix B: suggested medical supplies for rodent critical care. Appendix C: rodent formulary. Index.