Customer Reviews

Mosby's Veterinary PDQ, 1e

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After reading good reviews, I asked for and received this book as a birthday present late last year. As I flipped through the first section (Pharmacology), however, I noticed some glaring mistakes and omissions which have made me doubt the veracity of the info throughout the whole book.

Some mistakes: dexamethazone is listed as 'long acting' IM, IV, SC, PO, while Depo-Medrol is listed as intermediate acting (along with prednisone); pimobendan listed as 'available in Canada and Europe'--t's been available in this country for quite a few years, and this is the 2009 edition I'm reviewing; benazepril is listed as an "Angiotensin Converting Enzyme" (!) rather than an ACE-inhibitor, while enalapril is listed as an ACE-I all by itself; enalapril is listed as 'give on an empty stomach'; Pepto-Bismol carries no warning not to use in cats; and the most egregious mistake is listing methylene blue as a reversal agent for Valium! Yep, it's listed in the 'antidotes and reversing agents' section, and of course doesn't carry a warning about how it kills cats. There is no mention of flumazenil so I don't know what was supposed to be listed as a reversal for benzodiazepines. The methylene blue is probably in there as an antidote for acetominophen toxicity though it has largely been supplanted by n-acetylcysteine b/c of safety issues.

Some omissions: imipenem/meropenem from antibiotics; fentanyl from opioids; atenolol and sotalol not listed as beta-blockers (these are the two most commonly used in cats & dogs); mexiletine and sotalol from anti-arrhythmics (the two most common used PO in dogs); fenbendazole is now an accepted treatment for Giardia (not listed as such); hydrochlorathiazide from diuretics; maropitant from anti-emetics; xylazine from emetics.

I would hesitate to trust the book now because I can see so many errors in the info I'm already familiar with--who knows how many mistakes are in the info I am not familiar with? The purpose of a reference book isn't, of course, to read and then have to verify the info independently; I just want to read it and trust it which I certainly can't do now (seriously, methylene blue??).

This book quickly became a part of the daily routine at work and it is the perfect fit for your pocket. As an assistant studying to become a technician, I find the PDQ to be an invaluable tool.Whether you are just starting out as a tech, or have been one for a while now, you owe it to yourself and your patients to check this one out!!! Dr. Margi knew excatly what we needed and did a great job putting this one together. 2 thumbs up!!!

Since I purchased this little pocket book I have found it invaluable. Not only for me but I've purchased another 4 of these books for fellow Veterinary Nurses. It is great for study or just for day to day references. Whether you're a seasoned veterinary professional or just starting out, this little pocket book is for you!

This tiny little book is packed with information that a Vet Tech uses on a regular basis, as well as some that's a bit more obscure. All of it is pertinent to the job though. I'm glad I found it!

Easy to fit into your pocket at work. Index tabs help you get to the information faster. Great photos to refer to. Very user friendly.

I'm in school studying to be a vet tech and this book is a life saver, especially when I need a quick reference when running a fecal sample. The PDQ has tabs out to the side so you can find exactly what you're looking for quickly. It also is packed with useful information that I use just about every day.

This is more than i even expected. For being little it has an enormous amount of info!

This book is perfect for remembering and looking up all the things I learned as a vet tech. It is just right for review, the information is clear and it easy to find exactly what you want to find quickly. The book is pocket size and easy to carry with you. The price is very good for a reference book. I have been very happy with the book.

I'm a Certified Veterinary Technician and this small handy book is essential for a quick reference to many topics of veterinary medicine. I am also a teacher of Veterinary Technology and this is a great book for a student who is just starting out in this field after graduation. It is recommended to all of our students.

It's a pocket book very complete, very easy to consult, with the basic concepts ready to apply. Indispensable to wear when you are working and have a doubt.