MISC

Question 1

What is a colloid?

Answer 1

homogeneous noncrystalline substance consisting of large molecules or ultramicroscopic particles of one substance dispersed through a second substance. Colloids include gels, sols, and emulsions; the particles do not settle, and cannot be separated out by ordinary filtering or centrifuging like those in a suspension.

Question 2

How long should the scrubbing process take?

Answer 2

2 circuits or minimum 5 minutes

Question 3

How much blood can a 4x4 gauze hold?

Answer 3

10 ml

Question 4

How much blood can a 3x3 gauze hold?

Answer 4

6 ml

Question 5

What is a central line used for and where does it go?

Answer 5

In the jugular vein, used for extended fluid therapy or systemic monitoring through CVP, more longterm used (>3 days)

Question 6

If an animal is immunosuppressed, what should you NOT do?

Answer 6

SQ fluids, can cause necrosis and skin infection

Handle a sick patient then handle that patient

Question 7

What are some bacteria that can cause diarrhea?

Answer 7

Salmonella, campylobacter, shigella, E. coli, clostridium, Staphylococcus