Intro to Physical Diagnostics Flashcards
(23 cards)
What does physical diagnosis start with?
signalment, history, physical exam
Signalment
age, sex, breed
Anamnesis
History
Most important diagnostic test
physical exam
Teeth Aging
No teeth = <3 weeks
All deciduous teeth = <3 months
Mixed dentition= 3-6 months
All adult teeth= > 6months
Kitten Weight
1 lb per month
Dog Weight Estimate
weight at 4 months x 2
Eyes Aging
lenticular sclerosis starting at 6-8 years
Coat Aging
greying starting at 6-8 years
Cat Sexing
distance between anus and genitals. Females are much closer
How to tell if animal is neutered
- tatto
- spay scar
- reproductive development
- weight (intact unlikely to be obese)
Dog Restraint
calm environment, pheromones, towels/blankets, food/treats, toys
Cat Restraint
calm quiet environment, separate from dogs, minimal restraint, pheromones, treats/food/catnip, low-stress restrainst tools (towel wraps, muzzles, cat bags)
Lbs to kgs
lbs/2.2 = kgs
kgs x 2.2 = lbs
Ways to obtain pulse
stethoscope bell over heart, fingers over heart, fingers on femoral pulse
No hands physical Exam
attitude, behavior, respiration, musculoskeletal, neurologic, head, skin
Attitude
BAR, QAR, dull/depressed
Behavior
active/passive, friendly/cautious, anxious/fearful/aggressive
Respiration
labored, count RR, pant
Musculoskeletal
posture, gait
Neurologic
stumbling, head tilt, circling
Head
eyes: discharge, decreased vision, cloudy eyes
Nose: sneezing, discharge
Ears: smells, head shaking
Skin
hair loss, scratching, masses
