Before the dental procedure begins, the
veterinarian should assess the patient and
assign an ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) grade so that everyone involved in the procedure is aware of any increased risks.1 Knowing the patient's ASA grade allows the anesthetic team to review
emergency protocols before any complications can arise.
A
veterinarian who is licensed in another state, and who is in good standing in such state, providing services during an
emergency or natural disaster within the scope and location of
assigned veterinary medical duties of the response efforts if: (a) an official declaration of the disaster or
emergency has been made by the governor or the delegated state official; and (b) an official invitation has been extended to the
veterinarian for a specified time by the authority that has jurisdiction for coordinating the animal / agricultural issues in the state during
emergencies either within or outside the
emergency management assistance compact (EMAC).