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A Peer-Reviewed Journal Contents May/June 2013 • Vol 3, No 3 FeaTures Cover Story CLINICAL APPROACH TO THE CANINE RED EYE 12 Elizabeth Barfield Laminack, DVM; Kathern Myrna, DVM, MS; and Phillip Anthony Moore, DVM, Diplomate ACVO The acute red eye is a common clinical challenge for general practitioners. Redness is the hallmark of ocular inflammation but a nonspecific sign related to a number of underlying diseases. Proper evaluation depends on effective and efficient diagnosis in order to save the eye's vision and the eye itself. 20 GI INTERvENTION: APPROACH TO DIAGNOsIs AND THERAPY Of THE PATIENT wITH ACuTE DIARRHEA P. Jane Armstrong, DVM, MS, MBA, Diplomate ACVIM Diarrhea can be defined as increased fecal fluidity, usually accompanied by an increased defecation frequency and volume of feces. Most cases of diarrhea are mild and self-limiting, requiring minimal diagnosis and therapy. Life-threatening cases can occur, however, that require greater diagnostic efforts and intensive care. 26 METHICILLIN-REsIsTANT sTAPHYLOCOCCAL INfECTIONs: RECENT DEvELOPMENTs Christine L. Cain, DVM, Diplomate ACVD The increasing prevalence of staphylococcal antimicrobial resistance, particularly methicillin resistance, presents a challenge to veterinary practitioners. Failure to recognize staphylococcal antimicrobial resistance frequently results in ineffective empiric therapeutic choices and protracted clinical disease. In addition, concern is developing regarding potential transmission of antimicrobial-resistant strains from humans to animals and vice versa. 43 THE PRACTITIONER's ACID–BAsE PRIMER: OBTAINING & INTERPRETING BLOOD GAsEs Lori S. Waddell, DVM, Diplomate ACVECC This article, the first in a 2-part series, addresses alterations in acid– base and respiratory function, which are common in both emergency patients as well as hospitalized, critically ill patients. Familiarity with obtaining and interpreting blood gases can be essential in the management of these patients. Cover: Canine optic nerve; used with permission from the University of California Veterinary Ophthalmology Service Image collection. todaysveterinarypractice.com facebook.com/todaysveterinarypractice Today's Veterinary Practice (ISSN 2162-3872 print and ISSN 2162-3929 online) does not, by publication of ads, express endorsement or verify the accuracy and effectiveness of the products and claims contained therein. The publisher, VetMed Communications, Inc (VMC), disclaims any liability for any damages resulting from the use of any product advertised herein and suggests that readers fully investigate the products and claims prior to purchasing. The opinions stated in this publication are those of the respective authors and do not necessarily represent the opinions of VMC nor its Editorial Advisory Board. VMC does not guarantee nor make any other representation that the material contained in articles herein is valid, reliable, or accurate; nor does VMC assume any responsibility for injury or death arising from any use, or misuse, of same. There is no implication that the material published herein represents the best or only procedure for a particular condition. It is the responsibility of the reader to verify the accuracy and applicability of any information presented and to adapt as new data becomes publicly available. Today's Veterinary Practice is published Jan/Feb, Mar/Apr, May/June, Jul/Aug, Sept/Oct, Nov/Dec (6x per year) by VetMed Communications, Inc, PO Box 390, Glen Mills, PA. 19342. 2 Today's Veterinary Practice May/June 2013