Feline Asthma Flashcards
1
Q
Feline asthma is a diagnosis of ____________.
A
- Exclusion
2
Q
Describe three main clinical signs of feline asthma:
A
- Expiratory dyspnoea
- Wheezing
- Cough
3
Q
What is the radiographic pattern seen with feline asthma?
A
- Bronchial pattern - “tram tracks” and “donuts”
4
Q
What is the treatment of choice for the “intermittent signs” feline asthma patient?
A
- Inhalant bronchodilator - albuterol for when clinical signs occur
5
Q
Describe how you would manage a case of “consistent asthma” in a feline patient:
A
- High dose oral corticosteroids → taper onto inhaled steroids
6
Q
What are three things that should be considered for emergency presentation of a feline patient in acute respiratory distress?
A
- Administer oxygen
- Consider bronchodilator
- Consider sedation
7
Q
What is the name of a rapid acting bronchodilator that could be used in a feline patient?
A
Albuterol
8
Q
What is the name of an inhaled cortico-steroid that could be used in a feline asthmatic patient with limited systemic side effects?
A
- Fluticasone propionate
