IV San Bernard Module 2 Flashcards
Subcutaneous
Under the skin; often called ‘Sub Q’
Subcutaneous; often called:
Sub Q
Hyperpigmentation
An increase in dark color in the skin cause by the pigment melanin
Pustule
Small elevated area on the skin filled with pus
Alopecia X; also known as
Black skin disease
A breed specific hormone hair-loss disorder most commonly affecting Nordic breeds
Alopecia X; a breed…
Dogs with Alopecia X can appear
Completely bald, either in patches or all over their body
Alopecia X; skin turns
Black associated with melanin being laid down
Alopecia
A loss of hair or baldness
Dry skin
skin (or sebum) that is lacking in hydration (water)
Allergy
A condition where the immune system reacts abnormally to a foreign substance
Allergen; a
A substance that causes an allergic reaction
Disinfection
The act of using chemicals or heat to kill germs
Addison’s Disease; also known as
Hypoadrenocorticism
Addison’s Disease; a disease that results from
A decrease in corticosteroid secretion from the adrenal gland
Acute
Having a sudden and generally severe onset
Abscess
A localized accumulation of pus
Abscess; can be associated
With infection or be sterile
Hot Spot; caused by
Bacteria normally found on the skin and occur when the dog incessantly scratches and chews the area
A hot spot area will
look painful, red, moist and hairless
Hot spots are more common in
Hot, humid weather and can be triggered by any allergen
Hot spots are more common in hot, humid weather and can be triggered by any allergen or
In response to an ear infection or irritation with secondary scratching
Cyst
An abnormal sac-like structure that is lined with cells which produce a liquid or thick material
Cutaneous
Relating to the skin
Cushings Disease; also known as
Hyperadrenocorticism
Disease that results from an increase in corticosteroid secretion from the adrenal gland
Cushings Disease
Mite
A parasite from the arachnid family
Mites have ____ sets of legs
4
Mites live
On the surface or burrows into the skin of animals
Common mites seen are
Demodex, Sarcoptes, Cheytiella and Psoroptes
Cheyletiella Mange; also known as
Walking dandruff
Cheyletiella Mange happens when
A dog becomes infected with cheyletiella mites
Cheyletiella mites burrow
Under dog’s skin, causing severe dandruff symptoms
Mange contagious to humans
Cheyletiella and Sarcoptes Mange; _______ to humans
Scabies; occurs when
Dog becomes infected with sarcoptes mites
Scabies; condition is extremely irritating and usually
affects the ears, abdomen, legs and chest of the dog
Scabies can be hard
to treat
Demodectic Mange; occurs in
Young puppies and dogs with weakened immune systems
Occurs when demodex mites, normally presents in the hair follicles of a healthy dog, grow out of control
Demodectic Mange
Overgrowth of demodex mites occurs when
When the dogs immune system is no longer strong enough or too immature to keep populations of these in check
Mange (One of the most)
One of the most common dog skin conditions and it can be difficult to treat
Mange; any of several
Skin and ear conditions caused by variety of mites
Canine Lick Dermatitis; sometimes called
Lick granuloma
Lick Dermatitis; occurs due to
the continuous licking of a specific area. This area will become infected eventually
Lick Dermatitis often starts out
Starts out a mild irritation but due to location and OCD tendencies of some dogs, becomes chronic and sometimes even a severe issue
Lichenification; also known as
Elephant skin
Lichenification; formed in the skin from
Formed in the skin from chronic irritation
Lichenification; typically from
From chronic or unresolved bacterial or fungal infections.
Lichenification often;
Allergies are the underlying cause.
Lichenification
Thickening and hardening of the skin
Keratolytic
Softens and loosens crusts and scales of the skin
Inflammation
A condition in which tissue reacts to injury and undergoes changes during the healing process
Fungus; a group
A group of single cell or multiple celled organisms that produce spores.
Fungus; includes
Includes yeast, molds and mushrooms
Chronic
Of a long duration
A chronic illness persists for
weeks, months, or even for the life of the animal
Oxidize
To combine with Oxygen
Pruritus
Itching
Zoonotic
A disease which can be transmitted between animals and people
Catagen Stage
The transition from the active stage of hair growth where the hair follicle decreases in size and detaches from the dermal papilla
Immune-mediated is a
reaction or disease
Immune-mediated is a condition or disease caused by
Caused by abnormal activity of the immune system in which the body’s immune system either over-reacts or starts attacking the body itself.
Immune-mediated; e.g.
e.g. autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Contact Dermatitis; occurs when
When the skin comes into contact (and sometimes even has a reaction to) common causes or household chemicals such as bleach and carpet cleaners, fertilizers and even flea collar.
Contact Dermatitis; the exposed skin becomes
Skin becomes red and itchy
Antiseptic
A substance that inhibits the growth of bacteria, but does not kill bacteria
Epidermis
The top layer of the skin
Tape Prep
A diagnostic test using clear tape to collect skin debris to check for mites under the microscope
Telogen Stage
The resting stage of the hair follicle when the hair is released and falls out
In telogen stage; stress
Can force the follicle into telogen stage prematurely
Secondary infection; infection which occurs because
Occurs because the tissue and its natural defenses have been damaged by another condition
Topical
To be used on the skin
Pyoderma; anything on
Anything on the skin that causes pus
Pyoderma
Bacterial skin infection in dogs
Staph bacteria are usually;
Usually responsible for conditions such as Pyoderma
As pyoderma progresses;
The skin may appear crusty in places and hair loss, inflammation, ulcers and foul odors are common
Ringworm
A type of fungal infection of the skin
Hormone
Chemical substance produced by one part of the body which serves as a messenger or regulator of the process of another part of the body
Skin cytology
Examination, with a microscope, of a skin scraping or material from swabbing the skin
Skin cytology; the material
May be stained and checked for the presence of yeast, bacteria, tumor cells, etc.
Comedome
A blackhead, usually as a result of a plugged gland within the skin
Flea Allergy Dermatitis; an
An allergic reaction to a flea bite caused by the saliva of the flea
Dogs with flea dermatitis will
constantly itch and may develop hot spots due to this allergy
Flea Allergy Dermatitis; often
A flea is never seen on the dog, just a secondary reaction with this allergy
Antifungal
Drugs administered to kill or prohibit the growth of fungi
Plural of fungus
Fungi
Pediculosis
An infestation of lice
Antipuritic
Relieves itching
Dermatitis
An inflammation of the skin
Dermatophyte
Fungus that causes ringworm
Dermatophyte; include
Trichophyton, microsporum and epidermophyton
Otic
Pertaining to the ear
Dermaphytosis; also known as
Ringworm; also known as
Ringworm; a fungal
Fungal disease that is found in both dogs and cats
Dermaphytosis or Ringworm fungus causes
A small, round hairless dry sore.
Ringworm or Dermophytosis; the skin
Skin at the center of the sore may grow scaley, and the sore may grow larger over time.
Ringworm; ______ may appear
Pustules may appear and the area may or may not become irritated
Sebaceous Adenitis
Inflammation of a sebaceous (oil-producing) gland
In dogs, sebaceous glands are found
Glands in dogs found on the top of the tail near it’s base, and at the junction of the mucus membranes with skin.
In cats, sebaceous glands are found
Glands in cats found on the chin, lip margins and the top of the tail
Sebaceous gland
A gland in the skin which produces an oily substance
Pheromone
Chemical secreted by an animal and sensed by another animal of the same species, and often causing behavior change in that animal
Seborrhea
An abnormal secretion from the sebaceous glands, often associated with abnormalities of keratinization
Seborrhea; clinical features
Clinical features vary from dandruff to the formation of greasy scales and crusts with accompanying inflammation
Seborrhea Oleosa
Wet
Seborrhea Sicca
Dry
Elephant skin; also known as
Lichenification; also known as
A callus formation formed in the skin from chronic irritation
Elephant skin; a
Elephant skin; typically from
Typically from chronic or unresolved bacterial or fungal infections
Often the underlying cause of elephant skin
Allergies are often the underlying cause of
Anagen stage
The active growth stage of hair
Flea Allergy Dermatitis is difficult to control because
Allergy that is difficult to control because even the bite of one or two fleas can cause an allergic dog to suffer immense irritation
Atopy
An allergy to something that is inhaled such as pollen or house dust
Atopy; also known as
Inhalant; also known as
Dehydration
A condition in which the body loses more water than it takes in
Atrophy
An abnormal decrease in size of an organ or tissue
Flea Allergy Dermatitis; typically pattern is
Pattern of hair loss and irritation from the ribcage caudally (backwards) caused by
Autoimmune; a condition
A condition in which the immune system attacks the body’s own tissues.
To properly function, the immune system must
The immune system must identify foreign substances such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, slivers, etc. in order to
The immune system must be able to
Distinguish normal body tissue from foreign substances is something the _______ ______ must be able to do
If the immune system fails to distinguish the difference between foreign substances and normal body tissues, it attempts to;
Attempts to destroy the tissue it wrongly identifies as foreign when;
Follicle
A group of cells in the skin in which hair or feathers develops
Skin scraping
Scraping some material from the superficial layers of the skin and looking at it under a microscope
Skin Scraping is used to
To check for skin mites
Bacteria
A single celled microorganism, some of which can cause infections or disease
Biopsy
The surgical removal of a small amount of abnormal tissue, usually of tumors for diagnosis
Hair color and length are
Genetically predetermined
Sebum; an
An oily secretion of the sebaceous gland
Fatty acids and oils of the skin
Sebum
Anagen phase
Phase that represents a period of growth for the hair and it’s follicle, which grows in the dermis
Oxidize
To combine with oxygen
Zootonic
A disease which can be transmitted between animals and people
Pustule
Small elevated area on the skin filled with pus
Zolfo Plus Shampoo; used in
Shampoo used in the restoration process as an anti-fungal and anti-parasite product
Anagen Phase
A period of growth for the hair and it’s follicle
Follicles grow
Grows in the dermis
Catagen Phase
Resting phase of hair
Phase of hair where growth stops and follicles shrink
Catagen phase; where…stops…and…
Telogen Phase; the follicle
The follicle shrinks all the way to the orifice of the sebaceous gland into a cone shape and falls out.
In Telogen Phase; another
Another hair begins to grow, starting with Anagen and growing in the same follicle as it’s predecessor
Factors that affect hair growth:
Daylight, Temperature, Hormonal system, Stress can effect;
Medulla
Core (main structure) of hair
Cortex
Inner (middle) layer of hair
Where pigmentation lies
Cortex; where
Cuticle
External layer of hair
Consists of scales
Cuticle; consists of
Epidermis; skin’s ____ layer
1st layer of skin
Epidermis; formed of
Formed of keratinized cells
Skins protective physical and chemical barrier
Epidermis; skins
Dermis; skin’s ____ layer
2nd (middle) layer of skin
Responsible for flexibility, pigmentation, structure, and sensory perception
Dermis; responsible for
Panniculus; skin’s ____ layer
3rd (inner) layer of skin
Layer of skin also known as, subcutaneous fat
Panniculus; also known as
Skin layer that regulates body temperature and prevents disaster to the body
Panniculus’s effect on the body incudes
BAR
Bright, Alert, Responsive
BID
Twice per day
DX
Diagnosis
HX
History
P.E.
Physical Examination
Q
Every
ED
Every Day (not recognized in human field)
RX
Prescription
SID
Once a day
SIG
Rx as follows
SOAP
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
TID
Three times per day
TX
Treatment
Dermatophyte
Fungus that causes ringworm
Dermatophytes include
Trichophyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton
Mange
Any of several skin and ear conditions caused by a variety of mites
Pediculosis
An infestation of mites
Ozone is
Anti-bacterial, antifungal, anti-viral, anti-cancer and most importantly it is also an amazing anti-inflamitory
3 core sets of products
Traditional or routine, Dry itchy/allergy (no skin lesions), Restoration skin care
Dry itchy skin/allergy products are
Not for pets that have smells, oeey gooeys, lumps, bumps and sores
Two steps of restorative skin care
1st, heal the skin. 2nd, regrow the hair
If you are not using science
You are just guessing if you are not
Triple Oil is used with
Use with irritated or infected skin
Mineral Mist used on
Used on areas to regrow the hair
Atami Red Clay; a
A detoxifying clay used to lift toxins, pollutants and irritants off of the skin and hair
Apply Atami Red Clay to
Apply to less thick, tough skin
Atami Red Clay can
Can pull harder on softer skin to remove impurities
Atami Red Clay is used
Used in the first close of the restoration process for wet goopy sores
Black Passion line is great for
Line that is great for hairless breeds, spaniels, water dogs and short coats
Caviar Conditioner, great for
Great for long coats (drop coats, medium coats and show dogs
Caviar Conditioner; created to
Created to help the hair come back strong and look radiant and healthy
Caviar Conditioner; Rich in
Rich in ingredients that soften the hair giving it strength and vitality.
Caviar Conditioner; Omega-3’s
Omega-3’s protect the surface from the stress and help maintain proper hydration
Ginkgo Oil is
Oil that is anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and helps control the sebum
Used in Triple Oil
Ginkgo, Ozonized Olive Oil, Oligo Elements used in
Mineral Red is used on coat types
Used on coat types with dry, allergy sensitive, itchy skin or extremely dehydrated coats
Mineral H Shampoo; used with
Used with PH Balance/Orange PEK for hair growth
Mineral Plus Crème Shampoo; used in
Used in the restorative process in the shampoo stage as an antibacterial agent (honey)
4 mineral oils that make up Mineral Mist
Oligo Elements, Vitamin H Lotion, Reinforce Lotion, Anti-itch Lotion
Mineral mist is used
Used on areas to regrow hair
Ozonized Olive Oil; product is
Anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-cancer, and an anti-inflammatory that is one part of Triple Oil recipe for infections or areas of irritation
Often combined with Orange PEK;
PH Balance Conditioner; often combined with
Used for restoration process and hair growth
PH Balance Conditioner; used for
Purifying Mask; used in
Used in restoration process for dry crusty wounds or skin
Zolfo Plus Shampoo; used in
Used in the restoration process in the shampoo stage as an anti-fungal and anti-parasite product
Largest organ in the body
Skin
Skin is critical for
Critical for maintaining the body’s shape, functions and body temperature
Important in the defense against toxins and disease
Skin; important in
1 health reason pets are seen by veterinarians
Ear infection, skin allergies, skin infection, non-cancerous skin growth, upset stomach, intestinal upset/diarrhea, arthritis, bladder infection, bruise or contusion, underactive thyroid are the
Groomers are the
First line of defense and play the most important role in maintaining a healthy coat
Easier to maintain healthy hair and skin vs
Vs bringing sick hair and skin back to health
4 things necessary for survival
Oxygen, food, protection, water are
Skin is a barrier that
Keeps good things in, bad things out
Apocrine Gland
Sweat gland deposits into hair follicle, secretes pheromones and minerals
Sebaceous Gland
Produces the sebum (protective barrier of skin and hair)
Arrector Pilli Muscle
Muscle that controls hair
Hair Follicle
The “cup” where the hairs grow from
Hair follicle is where the;
Sebaceous and apocrine glands deposit into
Keratinization is the reason
Reason for dander and smells
Short & Long Coat; Primary to Secondary hairs
1:6 Primary to Secondary hairs
Short Coat; Follicles per sq. cm
18,000 to 22,000 per sq. cm
Short Coats have very
Coat with very strong primary hair, minimal secondary hair
Movement of the sebaceous gland
Controls the sebum released onto the skin
Short coat; produces
Produces 30% more sebum (grease) to protect their skin
Formulated for short-coated animal
Lemon, SLS Lemon, Black Cherry shampoo and conditioner formulated for
Medium Coat; Primary to Secondary hairs
1:12 Primary to Secondary hairs
Primary to Secondary hairs in cats
1:12 - 1:30 Primary to Secondary hairs
Medium coat; also known as
Natural Coat; also known as