Terminology/Diseases
Define cytopenia
cell deficiency
Identify the wound
Puincture
Why are curved needles used when suturing?
Easier and faster
45 mg has been ordered. It is available in 75 mg/10 ml. What is the dose?
6 mL
Define hydrocephalous
water in the head/brain
What is the most important rule when it comes to restraint?
Use as little restraint as possible while maintaining control
What is an advantage of non-continous (Simple) sutures?
More accurate fit for the edges of the wound
Can adjust tension
If one knot fails it is not a big deal
30 mg has been ordered. It is available in 40 mg/2 ml. What is the dose?
1.5 mL
Define tracheotomy
neck incision/cutting
What is the purpose of the primary bandage?
Wound protection
Debridement (removal of dead, damaged, infected tissue)
Absorption of pus
Delivery for topical medication
What is an advantage of a continouse suture?
Fast suture
Lessens the risk of infection
Potentially more airtight & watertight
The dosage for the oral amoxicillinTM is 15 mg per kilogram given twice a day. The veterinarian estimates that your dog weighs about 20 pounds. What strength of tablet should be dispensed for your dog’s treatment?
136.4 mg
George the dog is brought in to the veterinarian for having rapid/difficulty breathing. The dog had also been coughing recently and seemed to have difficulty breathing. An x-ray is performed, and the dog is found to have several enlarged arteries.
Heartworm
What is ONE reason you should never leave a dog alone with a muzzle on.
Overheating
Could rip a nail/harm themselves
What does TPR stand for?
Temp
Pulse
Respiration
The dosage for xylazine in cattle is 0.1 mg per kilogram given via intramuscular injection. The bottle of xylazine contains 10 mg of xylazine per milliliter. How much xylazine will you have to give this 1250 pound bull?
5.7 mL
Jack the bulldog just got back from a week at the dog sitters where it had contact with many other dogs. After returning home, the owners observe that the dog has a very strong cough as well as a runny nose. The veterinarian determines the dog also has a low fever.
Kennel Cough
Identify the wound type
Laceration
What does CRT stand for?
Capillary Refill Time
The dosage for xylazine in horses is 0.5 mg per kilogram given via intramuscular injection. The bottle of xylazine contains 15 mg of xylazine per milliliter. How much xylazine will you have to give this 1300 lb bull?
19.7 mL