Equine Anesthesia Flashcards
1
Q
what are the causes of hypoxemia?
A
hypoventilation
low FiO2
diffusion impairment
shunt
V:Q mismatch
2
Q
what do alpha 2 agonists provide?
A
analgesia
muscle relaxation
sedation
3
Q
what is guaifenesin?
A
central muscle relaxant
no analgesia
4
Q
what can you induce with?
A
ketamine and benzodiazepine
ketamine and propofol
ketamine and guaifenesin
tiletamine and zolazepam
5
Q
what can you use for total intravenous anesthesia?
A
guaifenesin
ketamine
xylazine
6
Q
why is padding and limb position important for maintenance?
A
poor perfusion
neuropraxia/paralysis
7
Q
what is hypotension?
A
70 mmHg MAP or lower
8
Q
what is tidal volume?
A
6-20 ml/kg
peak inspiratory pressures: 25-35+ cm H2O
9
Q
what can you look at to monitor anesthetic depth?
A
palpebral
eye position
nystagmus
