ACVAA case studies
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The ACVAA Certification Endorsement Program is not a personal certification exam - it is the American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia's review and endorsement process for continuing-education programs that grant certificates in veterinary anesthesia and/or perioperative analgesia and pain management. ACVAA describes itself as the only AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organization in anesthesia and acute pain management in North America, and it endorses CE that fulfills the certificate-granting requirements in its endorsement guidelines. The ACVAA case studies are 5 cases and about 3,186 words.
1Hypotension in a Geriatric Dog with Mitral Valve Disease
A 12-year-old castrated male Yorkshire Terrier (5.2 kg) with a 6-month history of degenerative mitral valve disease (ACVIM stage C) is anesthetized for dental extraction. Current medications: enalapril 2.5 mg PO q12h, furosemide 1 mg/kg PO q12h, pimobendan 0.25 mg/kg PO q12h.
640 words, about 3 min2Feline Anesthesia with Compromised Renal Function
A 9-year-old female spayed Domestic Shorthair cat (4.8 kg) is presented for ovariohysterectomy after a diagnosis of pyometra. History: lethargy, anorexia, and vomiting for 3 days.
638 words, about 3 min3Brachycephalic Dog with Upper Airway Obstruction During Recovery
A 3-year-old male French Bulldog (12 kg) undergoes elective neutering and nares widening. Preoperative exam: BAR, HR 110 bpm, RR 24, temperature 38.5°C, mild inspiratory stridor at rest, no cyanosis.
582 words, about 3 min4Equine Colic Surgery: Anesthetic Management and Postoperative Analgesia
A 10-year-old Quarter Horse mare (500 kg) is presented for emergency exploratory laparotomy due to acute colic. History: 12 hours of abdominal pain, decreased manure output, and reflux via nasogastric tube.
714 words, about 4 min5Neonatal Puppy Anesthesia for Umbilical Hernia Repair
A 6-week-old male intact Labrador Retriever (3.5 kg) is presented for umbilical hernia repair. The puppy is from a litter of 8, weaned 1 week ago, and has been healthy.
612 words, about 3 min