Chelonian Physical Exam Flashcards

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Important questions to ask

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Diet, opre ious illness, temp and humidity. Wild vs bred

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2
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Visual exam

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Plastron & carapace, legs, skin, nails

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3
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Required radiology

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3 view minimum
Craniocaudal, vd, lateral

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4
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What should you be careful of during anesthesia

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Tongue, tissue is easily friable

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5
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Blood draw

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Jugular vein, can be difficult to extend neck from shell

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6
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IM injections

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Muscle mass of front legs (pectoral)

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7
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SQ injections

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Inguinal and ventral skin folds

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