Miscellaneous Flashcards
In what scenarios has cone beam CT been found to be superior to regular CT?
Imaging rabbit dentition, particularly the periodontal ligament
What is the purpose of contrast-enhanced ultrasonography?
Evaluating perfusion to the level of the smallest capillaries in an organ or lesion (ex. LLT in rabbits)
Because of this, many ECM are predisposed to the development of hypothermia during anesthesia/surgery
Large body surface area to volume ratio
This procedure can be performed after abdominal surgery to help reverse downward temperature trend.
Warm saline lavage of the abdominal cavity
How much blood does the average cotton tipped applicator hold?
0.1 mL when soaked
What is the max safe blood volume loss during surgery?
10-15% of blood volume
In this species, a major and minor crossmatch should be performed before administering a blood transfusion.
Rabbits
Determine the recommended fluid rate for a 1.2 kg guinea pig undergoing a cystotomy
12 mL/hr
Use of this type of electronic hemostatic device can result in burns if the ground plate only contacts a small area of the patient
Electrosurgery
This type of electronic hemostatic device is most helpful for hemostasis within body cavities.
Bipolar electrosurgery forceps
This type of electronic hemostatic device seals nerve endings, blood and lymphatic vessels less than 0.6 mm resulting in less pain, bruising and swelling.
Carbon dioxide laser
What is the scientific name for the domesticated European rabbit?
Oryctolagus cuniculus
What are the ABCs of behavior?
Antecedents, behavior, and consequences
What are the 3 general types of behavior antecedents?
Cues, setting events, and motivating operations
What liquid is most commonly utilized for aquapuncture?
50/50 Normal saline/Vitamin B12 mixture
In guinea pigs and rabbits, what low vital sign is associated with a higher likelihood of death versus a normal vital?
Low rectal temperature
What ECM species has a relatively low rectal temperature compared to other species and what is normal?
Chinchillas; ~96-99*F
In ferrets, where can auricular thermometers be used to most accurately measure body temperature?
The dorsal skin between the scapula
What are the 4 mechanisms of heat transfer?
Convection, Conduction, Radiation, and Evaporation
What are the initial symptoms of hypothermia? If untreated, what additional signs develop?
Vasoconstriction, tachycardia, increased cardiac output to perfuse core;
When progresses, cardiac output decreases, cardiac arrest risk increases, coagulation is altered, potentially resulting in DIC, Respiratory rate decreases, resulting in eventual metabolic acidosis, depressed mentation, GI ileus, death
Why are small mammals at higher risk for hyperthermia?
They do not have an effective cooling system (such as panting in dogs/cats)
What type of wounds respond favorably to negative pressure wound therapy?
Acute, subacute and chronic wounds, flaps, free grafts
What are contraindications of negative pressure wound therapy?
Coagulation disorders; use over local malignancy; untreated osteomyelitis; exposed tendons/ligaments/nerves; unprotected organs, anastomotic sites not well covered; hemorrhage; scar tissue over necrotic tissue; unexplored fistulae; wounds with possible connection w/chest or abdomen