Module 5 Flashcards
set of practical measures taken to limit the spread of infections diseases.
Biosecurity
condition or practices conducive to maintaining health, and preventing diseases, especially through cleanliness
Hygiene
public health conditions related to cleanliness
Sanitation
act of disposing infective matter all through the course of a disease
Disinfection
agents that disinfect, particularly applied on inanimate objects
Disinfectant
applied on living tissues
Antiseptic
complete destruction of microorganism
Sterilization
is the best way to combat disease problems
Effective sanitation program
Chemical compounds used in disinfection :
Acids, alcohols, aldehyde, alkaline, coal-tar derivatives, halogens, oxidizing agents, reducing agents, aromatic oils, surface-active agents
found on the external surfaces of the body
Ectoparasites
Example of ectoparasites
Lice, ticks, fleas, mites, flies, mosquitoes
inhabit the internal body organs
Endoparasites
Example of endoparasites
round worms protozoa
• tape worms blood parasites
• fluke worms
Schedule of deworming of piglets
4 wks of age, 1 week after weaning
Schedule of deworming grower/ fattener
5-6 week after last deworming
Schedule of deworming of sow/gilt
1-2 weeks before breeding
Commonly used anthelmintics
I. Simple heterocyclic compound
Benzimidazoles.
Imidazo thiazole
IV. Tetrahydropyrimidines
V. Organophosphorus compounds
Avermectins.
Organophosphorus
Chlorinated hydrocarbons
Pyrethrin and pyrethroids
