Managing Hypotension Under Anaesthesia Online Vet Course

Description

Managing Hypotension Under Anaesthesia: Monitoring, Fluid Strategies & Cardiovascular Support

Hypotension under anaesthesia is a critical concern in veterinary practice, affecting patient safety, surgical outcomes, and recovery quality. This Clinical Series provides a clear, structured approach to understanding, diagnosing, and managing intra‑operative hypotension with confidence.

The course begins with the physiology and causes of hypotension, helping you recognise patient‑related, drug‑related, and procedure‑related contributors. You’ll then explore monitoring techniques, including how to interpret blood pressure trends, perfusion indicators, and early warning signs.

A key component of the series is fluid preload strategies, including:

• Optimising intravascular volume before induction
• Supporting cardiac output and tissue perfusion
• Individualising fluid plans to each patient’s pre‑operative status
• Using goal‑directed therapy to avoid volume overload

From there, the course guides you through stabilisation techniques, including fluid therapy, anaesthetic adjustments, vasopressors, and inotropes. You’ll learn how to tailor your approach to each patient, ensuring safe and effective cardiovascular support throughout anaesthesia.

The series concludes with prevention strategies, helping you anticipate risk, optimise protocols, and improve overall anaesthetic safety in your practice.

This course is ideal for veterinary surgeons and nurses seeking practical, real‑world CPD that enhances their anaesthetic confidence and improves patient outcomes.