Feline Asthma Flashcards
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What are the characteristics of Feline Asthma?
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Bronchoconstriction and airway inflammation and hyper reactivity
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Clinical signs of Feline Asthma
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Acute onset of coughing, wheezing, and labored breathing
3
Q
Feline Asthma goals of treatment
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Decrease airway inflammation to improve airflow
4
Q
Feline Asthma diagnosis
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Clinical signs, history, and radiographs
5
Q
Treatment of acute onset of Feline Asthma
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Drug therap, IV or nebulized Bronchodilator, and nasal oxygen
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Treatment of Chronic Feline Asthma
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Long term corticosteroid therapy, bronchodilators, antihistamines, and oxygen therapy
