Canine Infectious Tracheobronchitis ( Kennel cough) Flashcards
1
Q
what is kennel cough
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> Any contagious respiratory disease of dogs that causes coughing
Includes many Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi
Usually bacteria associated
2
Q
what are the common viral causes of Kennel cough
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> Adenovirus type 2
Parainfluenza
Canine herpes virus
3
Q
How is Kennel cough transmitted
A
> Aerolization of respiratory secretions
4
Q
how is Kennel cough diagnosed
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> CS (Coughing)
PE
History
5
Q
Treatment of Kennel cough
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> Self limiting
Cough suppressants
Antibiotics if signs worsen
6
Q
Prevention of kennel cough
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> Vaccinate
Sanitize
Isolate
