At what temperature should you stop cooling the MWD down and why?
- 103.0
- "Rebound Hypothermia" can occur
What temp do you stop actively warming up your MWD?
- Warm patients to 98.50F
- Then, stop all warming methods EXCEPT passive warming
- Measure the rectal temperature every 15-20 minutes while rewarming an MWD
What does CPR stand for?
Bonus: How often do you check for a pulse when doing compressions?
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Every 4-5 mins (checking should take less then 10 secs)
What is the number one goal with Massive Hemorrhage?
- Control the bleeding!!!!!!!!!!!! :)
What are the normal ranges for TPR?
- Temperature - 100.0 - 102.5
- Pulse - 60 - 120
- Respiratory Rate - 10 - 30
What is the goal of placing a Trach?
- Getting access to the airway if intubation is not available
No question :) i hope your doing good :) <3
What do you do if you MWD ingested a foreign body object?
induce vomiting
What is "Wet and Windy"?
4 listed (name at least 3 CORRECTLY to get all points)
- Soaking the MWD in water
- Using a fan
- Move to a shaded and cool area
- Allow the MWD the ability to pant (take collar and muzzle off)
What are some signs of a Cold Weather injury?
8 listed (name at least 6 CORRECTLY to get points)
- Body temperature below 97.0 F
- Disoriented (“out of it”) or unconscious
- Breathing slowly
- Pulse may be rapid or slow; usually weak
- Shivering
- Mild to moderate cases
- Absent with severe hypothermia
- Weakness; may collapse
How long do you do CPR before you stop?
2 answers
- 15-20 Mins
- Or when the Senior Veterinary Personal says to stop or if no Vet Personal the KM says to stop
If your MWD has lost a significant amount of blood what could you do?
- Administer fluids
When doing a physical exam on your MWD where do you want to start on the body?
- Nose to Tail
What are the 3 different types of INJ?
Bonus: use the medical terms
- IV: Intravenous (In the vein)
- IM: Intramuscular (In the muscle) 
- SQ: Subcutaneous (Under the skin)
How do you notice if your MWD might be having an allergic reaction?
6 listed (get 4 correct to get points)
- hives
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- weakness
- painful
- swollen face
When would you induce vomiting?
How do you prevent Heat Injury?
6 listed (name at least 3 CORRECTLY to get points)
- Acclimation
- Hydration
- Good Work/Rest cycles
- Good Physical Fitness
- Prepare for the day and have supplies ready
- KNOW YOUR DOG!!!!
##What are the 3 different types of warming?
Bonus: Describe the difference between the first and other 2.
–Passive re-warming
–Active re-warming
–Active core re-warming
- Use of external wraps (blankets, towels, Blizzard™ Survival Blanket), Prevents continued heat loss, Dog “self-generates” heat
- Most effective in patients with MILD hypothermia, No signs of shock or dehydration
- Use of external heat sources
–Forced air devices, Warm water bottles, Heating pads, Dryers
- Can be used for any patient with any degree of hypothermia……But, not likely to be available in combat, AND is potentially dangerous (burns)
What are the normal ranges when doing CPR?
- Pulse - Compress at 100 compressions per minute
- Respiratory rate - 20 breaths per minute
How do you stop Massive Hemorrhaging?
- Apply direct pressure
- Pack the wound
- Apply a pressure bandage
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Where are the 3 places you can poke for blood?
Bonus: Name the veins
- Front Leg (Cephalic)
- Back Leg (Lateral Saphenous) 
- Neck (Jugular)
What are some symptoms of GDV?
Bonus: What is its full name and how could you help if the vets are far away?
- Collapse/Pacing
- Bloated abdomen
- Drooling/dry heaving/vomiting
- Abdominal pain
: Gastric Dilatation Volvulus, Gastric decompression, put on back and twist
When would you not induce vomiting?
How often do you check vitals in a Heat injury event?
Hint: It is a range
- Every 3-5 mins
How do you provide First Aid to Frostbite?
- Warm affected area using one of two methods:
−Place the injured part(s) in warm water (85º F to 103º F) for 15 to 20 minutes
−Apply warm wet towels to the affected area every 5 minutes
− Pat the affected area dry. Do NOT rub!!
- Prevent self-trauma
–Muzzle
What are the 3 different ways to make a dog breathe?
- "Mouth to Snout"
- Intubation
- Placing a Trach
When should you stop packing the wound?
- When the bleeding is controlled
What are the 6 vitals?
- Weight
- Temperature
- Pulse
- Respiratory rate
- Capillary Refill Time
- Mucus Membranes
When applying bandages what do you to make sure doesn't happen?
- MWD can breathe (Head, Neck, and Trunk wounds)
- Bandage is not too tight and does not cut off circulation (Extremity wound)
How can you notice your MWD might have a foreign body?
- Vomiting
- Very tender abdomen
- visually seeing them eat something that might obstruct them
- Diarrhea
- Refusal to eat
What can you give to induce vomiting?
Apomorphine (eye drops, oral pills, injection)
Hyrogen peroxide ( but last resort )
What are some signs of Heat injury?
9 total (name at least 7 CORRECTLY for all points)
- Vomiting/Diarrhea
- Uncontrolled Panting
- Staggering/Weakness
- Not listening to handler/unwilling to work
- Bright Red/ Pale MM
- Collapsing/Shock and/or death
- Fast, Strong pulse/weak pulse
- Hot to the touch
- And obviously a high Temp
What are the 4 stages of Hypothermia (least severe to most severe) and the temperatures?
- Mild 98-99.9 F
- Moderate 96-98.0 F
- Severe 92-96.0 F
- Profound Less than 92.0 F
What is your landmark for chest compressions?
- Bend the front leg up so the elbow moves about 1/3 of the way up the chest
What can you do if you packed a wound on the leg and it is still bleeding?
- Pack some more
- Apply a tourniquet
What are somethings you should be looking for in physical exam?
- Anything abnormal
What are some symptoms of and itchy dog?
- Red irritated skin
- Licking or chewing at certain spots
- Scratching at self constantly
What do you do if your MWD is choking on a ball or kong?
after inducing vomiting what do you give to absorb the toxins?
activated charcoal
activated charcoal with sorbitol
What are the 3 stages of Heat Injuries (least severe to most severe) and the temperatures?
- Mild heat injury (Heat stress 105ºF – 106ºF)
- Moderate heat injury (Heat exhaustion 106ºF – 108ºF)
- Severe heat injury (Heat stroke over 108ºF)
What are the 6 most common areas for Frostbite?
(name 5 CORRECTLY to get all points)
- Tips of ears
- Toes
- Paws
- Legs
- Tail
- Scrotum
What are the different types of arrest and what do they mean?
Hint: There are 3 types
- Cardiopulmonary arrest - Heart has stopped beating, no voluntary breathing
- Cardiac arrest - Heart has stopped beating, MWD is breathing voluntarily
- Respiratory arrest - MWD is not breathing voluntarily, heart is beating
- Lastly please understand that when doing BCLS on a dog the success rate is very low (5%-13%), do everything you can but do not take it on yourself if it is not successful
How fast does it take for an MWD to bleed out?
- On average 2 Mins
What is signalment?
- M/F, breed, Age, Reproductive status
What is MARCH?
How can you help with your MWD's dental health?
- Exam teeth to see if dental might be needed sooner
- Brush teeth if they will allow you
- Use supplements like Oravet chews