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Hospitalisation
Hospitalisation may be required when your pet is particularly poorly. There are many scenarios when hospitalisation may be needed, such as:
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When your pet is dehydrated, or if hydration cannot be maintained
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If your pet is not eating (anorexic)
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Treatment of shock
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Monitoring of cardiovascular and respiratory status, e.g.
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Heart rate, rhythm and sounds
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Pulse rate and quality
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Mucous membrane colour and capillary refill time
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Blood pressure
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Blood oxygenation
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Respiratory rate and effort
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Lung sounds
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When injectable medications are required
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This may be the case if your pet will not take or keep down oral medications
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Some conditions also specifically require this
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