Bovine Sx, Anes & Clinical Procedures QUIZ

Question 1

T/F: Cattle have a dual nerve supply to each horn.

Answer 1

False. They only have one

Question 2

T/F: Bovines, ruminants in general, are more prone to regurgitation so, fasting and withholding water may be required for general anesthesia (recumbent) procedures.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

While the etiology of the uterine prolapse is unknown, a predisposing factor is:
1. Proximal paravertebral lidocaine administration
2. Hypocalcemia
3. Xylazine overdose
4. Splashy bloat

Answer 3

2. Hypocalcemia

Question 4

Name 4 common standing procedures in the bovine (7)

Answer 4

1. Traumatic injuries
2. Castrations
3. Caesarean sections
4. Correction of GI abnormalities
5. Enucleations
6. Dehorning
7. Distal limb injuries

Question 5

Name 3 “disbudding methods” in calves

Answer 5

1. Chemical cautery
2. Heat cautery
3. Surgical removal

Question 6

What is a “freemartin”?

Answer 6

A freemartin is a female calf that is born as a twin with a male calf, and the female is infertile due to exposure to male hormones