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==Introduction==

==Introduction==

'''Induction''' of anaesthesia can be performed using either an [[Injectable Agents|injectable agent]] or an [[Inhalation Agents|inhalation agent]]. It is most commonly performed after a premedication has been administered and had time to take effect, but this is not always necessary. Endotracheal intubation also occurs at this stage after the animal has been induced and is an appropriate anaesthetic depth.  

'''Induction''' of anaesthesia can be performed using either an [[Injectable Agents|injectable agent]] or an [[Inhalation Agents|inhalation agent]]. It is most commonly performed after a premedication has been administered and had time to take effect, but this is not always necessary. Endotracheal intubation also occurs at this stage after the animal has been induced and is an appropriate anaesthetic depth.  

==Premedication==

==Premedication==

[[Premedication]] is often given to an animal prior to an anaesthetic procedure. In some cases, however, it is not necessary or possible to premedicate the patient due to it's current status or underlying medical conditions. The advantages of premedication are that they reduce the require dose of induction agent and most will have a sedative effect to calm the patient helping to ensure a smooth induction.

Premedication is often given to an animal prior to an anaesthetic procedure. In some cases, however, it is not necessary or possible to premedicate the patient due to it's current status or underlying medical conditions. The advantages of premedication are that they reduce the require dose of induction agent and most will have a sedative effect to calm the patient helping to ensure a smooth induction.

==Equipment==

==Equipment==

==Induction Agents==

==Induction Agents==

Induction can be performed using either [[Injectable Agents|injectable agents]] or [[Inhalation Agents|inhalation agents]]. If an injectable agent is to be used, it should be drawn up before the patient is brought through for induction and it is recommended that an extra syringe is drawn up in case the calculated dose is not effective, or intubation is difficult and the patient begins to rouse before it is placed on an maintenance agent.

Induction can be performed using either [[Injectable Agents|injectable agents]] or [[Inhalation Agents|inhalation agents]]. If an injectable agent is to be used, it should be drawn up before the patient is brought through for induction and it is recommended that an extra syringe is drawn up in case the calculated dose is not effective, or intubation is difficult and the patient begins to rouse before it is placed on an maintenance agent.