Questions 108-123 Flashcards
what is the primary cause of mastitis in animals
bacterial
what are warts in animals caused by, and how are they transmitted
viral infection; through skin contact or contaminated environments
what are the clinical signs of heartworm disease in dogs
exhaustion, weakness, rapid breathing, coughing, and ascites
what is the inflammation of the lymph nodes commonly associated with abscesses, producing purulent pus?
lymphadenitis
what is the condition known as when the meninges (brain covering) and brain tissue are both inflamed?
meningoencephalitis
what is the common name for infectious keratoconjunctivitis?
pink eye
what are signs of otitis externa in dogs and cats?
scratching the ear with a foot or rubbing on carpet or grass
what is otitis interna?
infection of the internal portions of the ear canal
what is the primary goal of health management programs for animals?
preventing and minimizing infectious diseases
how can poor nutrition predispose animals to disease?
by not supplying the proper nutrients for optimal health
what is a general rule for proper nutritional management?
providing sufficient clean water
in cases where a disease is self-limiting and the animal can recover on its own, what might be the recommended course of action?
providing supportive care without treatment
what factors determine the treatment regimen for a diseased animal
veterinarian’s understanding of the disease process
how can a balanced diet for animals contribute to their resistance to internal parasites?
it lowers the chance of parasite establishment
what is a key environmental management practice to improve animal health?
reducing manure in pastures
