Clinical Emergency Protocols at Rehman Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary emergency medicine requires rapid diagnostic precision, sterile equipment readiness, and a calm, compassionate bedside manner. Under the clinical supervision of Dr. Saif Ur Rehman, DVM, our emergency protocol adheres to international small animal critical care guidelines adapted for the climate and prevalent disease vectors of Lahore.
1. The 15-Minute Emergency Triage Protocol
When an urgent case arrives or a mobile house-call dispatch is requested, our team performs immediate ABC evaluation (Airway, Breathing, Circulation):
- Airway & Respiratory Assessment: Evaluation of gum color (cyanotic blue indicates severe hypoxia; brick-red indicates septic shock; porcelain white indicates catastrophic blood loss). High-flow oxygen supplementation is initiated within 60 seconds.
- Cardiovascular Shock Index: Femoral pulse evaluation, capillary refill time (CRT), and placement of an emergency intravenous catheter (18Gā22G) for rapid isotonic fluid resuscitation (Normal Saline or Ringer's Lactate).
- Neurological Screening (Glasgow Coma Scale): Pupil symmetry, responsiveness, and spinal reflex testing following head trauma or prolonged seizures.
2. Emergency Diagnostic & Surgical Readiness in Lahore
Unlike daytime-only clinics that close their doors at 9:00 PM, Rehman Veterinary Clinic maintains emergency diagnostic capabilities throughout the night:
Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS)
Rapid abdominal (A-FAST) and thoracic (T-FAST) sonography to detect internal hemorrhage, hemoperitoneum, and pleural effusion without moving an unstable patient.
Stat Blood Hematology Analyzer
Complete blood count (CBC) and blood glucose/electrolytes within 12 minutes to diagnose acute anemia, septicemia, and ketoacidosis.
3. Emergency Pricing Transparency (PKR 2026 Standards)
We believe that veterinary medicine must be transparent and ethical. You will never face hidden after-hours fees without prior consultation.
| Emergency Procedure / Service | Clinical Scope & What is Included | Estimated Cost Range (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Out-of-Hours Triage | Complete physical exam, vital stabilization, temperature & oxygen saturation | Rs. 2,500 ā Rs. 4,500 |
| Oxygen Therapy (Per Hour) | Pure medical oxygen cage support, respiratory monitoring | Rs. 1,500 ā Rs. 2,500 |
| Emergency IV Catheter & Saline Resuscitation | IV cannula placement, infusion set, 1000ml Ringer Lactate/Dextrose | Rs. 2,000 ā Rs. 3,500 |
| Emergency Antidote Therapy | Injectable Vitamin K1 (rat poison) or Atropine sulfate (organophosphate) | Rs. 2,500 ā Rs. 6,000 |
| Emergency Soft-Tissue Trauma Surgery | Surgical wound debridement, multi-layer suture under local/gas anesthesia | Rs. 8,000 ā Rs. 25,000 |