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