Animal Restraint: Medical Terms G

Question 1

a tube that descends through the esophagus and into the stomach

Answer 1

Gastric tube

Question 2

pertaining to the stomach and intestines

Answer 2

Gastrointestinal

Question 3

introduction of nutritive material into the stomach by means of a tube

Answer 3

Gavage

Question 4

an agent that kills germs, especially pathogenic microorganisms

Answer 4

Germicide

Question 5

a flagellate protozoan parasite transmitted through water; if a dog drinks contaminated water, such as from rivers or ponds, they may become infected.
Diarrhea is the most common symptom

Answer 5

Giardiasis

Question 6

a colorless liquid with a pungent odor used in disinfection processes

Answer 6

Glutaraldehyde

Question 7

a flat plate, approximately 2 to 4mm in thickness, made in various (radiographic) film sizes and constructed of fine strips of lead which alternate with
strips of either plastic or aluminum. It is usually recommended that a grid is used for any anatomical part in excess of 10cm in thickness. Grids are placed on top of the cassette, though many x-ray tables have special slots for grids as it is better to keep
them still and protect them from damage

Answer 7

Grid