Anaesthesia - FA Flashcards
1
Q
what is the peterson block?
A
bw angle of zygomatic arch and the orbit
2
Q
name 6 risks of FA anaesthesia
A
- bloat
- active regurg (stim from ETT)
- passive regurg (from LOS relaxation)
- aspiration
- hypovent - IPPV
- hypotension - not like horses, milder
3
Q
what is recommended to reduce the above risks?
A
dont feed concentrates - reduces gas production
use anticholinergics to reduce saliva production and keep head upwards
leave ETT in until chewing and swallowing
4
Q
what are camelids prone to when stressed?
A
ulcers in the 3rd compartment of stomach
5
Q
which ruminants are prone to laryngospasm
A
goats
sheep
camelids
6
Q
what is unusual about pig bronchi
A
3 branches - R and L and eparterial bronchus too
7
Q
why are pigs advised to be starved 6+hrs, but not ruminants
A
monogastric - like dogs.
ruminants needs to maintain balance
