FAMS Midterm 2

Question 1

What does the distal paravertebral block block vs the proximal

Answer 1

Proximal -> Desensitizes the dorsal and ventral nerve roots of T13, L1, and L2 spinal nerves as they emerge from the intervertebral foramen
Distal ->The dorsal and ventral rami of the spinal nerves T13, L1, L2 at the distal end of the transverse processes L1 and L2 and L4

Question 2

What is the toxic dose of lidocaine in cattle vs small ruminants?

Answer 2

10mg/kg for cattle
5 mg/kg for ruminants