Enteritis Flashcards
1
Q
Enteritis is…
A
Inflammation of the small or large intestine
2
Q
Enteritis is also known as _______
A
Gastric distention/rupture
3
Q
Enteritis is often marked by….
A
Diarrhea
4
Q
Enteritis is often secondary to a _________, such as ___________
A
Infectious disease; Potomac horse fever
5
Q
Most vulnerable to Enteritis is ______
A
Foals
6
Q
________ conditions in foaling stalls can lead to _______ in the foal
A
Unsanitary; Enteritis
7
Q
Enteritis caused by infection may be due to…
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- bacteria (ex: E. coli)
- fungus
- protazoa
- viruses (ex: salmonella)
8
Q
Enteritis is often triggered by…
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- sudden change in feed
- ingestion of contaminated feed
- extreme intake of fluid
- prolonged antibiotic use
- eating toxic plants/fertilizers
- large intake of sand, soil, or feces
9
Q
The poisonous plant _______ is common in oregon
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Black nightshade
10
Q
Enteritis treatment includes…
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- eliminating unsanitary conditions
- removal of damaged/toxic feeds
- treatment of inital infection
- fluid replacement (IV fluids)
- mineral oil or biosponge to remove unwanted substances
