Sedation is often necessary for optimal patient care, despite its challenges. It helps alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress while facilitating procedures safely for both patients and staff.
The selection of appropriate drugs and dosages depends on the clinician’s judgment and the patient’s specific needs, including the desired sedation level, duration, and pain intensity. Proper preparation, such as using pre-visit pharmaceuticals when appropriate and implementing strategies to prevent and manage adverse effects, contributes to successful outcomes.
Effective communication with pet owners is essential, particularly when discussing potential risks and post-sedation effects. Clear explanations help ensure a positive experience for everyone involved.
This presentation will explore key considerations before, during, and after sedation, providing practical guidance to overcome common challenges in veterinary sedation.
SPEAKER: Dr Zenithson Ng, DVM, MS, DAVP. Zenithson Ng is a clinical associate professor of small animal primary care at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. He received his DVM from Cornell University; then completed an internship at the ASPCA, and an ABVP canine/feline residency at Virginia Tech. He has a diverse range of research and teaching interests including stress reduction in both veterinary and animal-assisted intervention settings.
Strategies for Smooth, Stress-free, and Successful Sedation - Dechra
- Thursday Mar 06 2025, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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zoom
Canada
