Recognizing the Healthy Horse Flashcards

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Vital Signs

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Temperature 
Pulse 
Respiration Rate 
Capillary refill time 
Mucous membranes
Skin pliability (neck)
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Other Parameters (for vital signs)

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Body fluids 
Body condition and weight
Movement
Hair coat 
Hoof condition 
Feeding habits
Normal behavior
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Temperature

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10-101.5 degrees (may vary)

foal temps may be higher

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Pulse

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45-60 bpm (resting)

can exceed 200

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Respiration

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8-15 bpm

respiration should always be lower than the pulse

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Mucous Membranes

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Inner eyelid and nostril
Inner lips and gums
Vulva of mare
-should appear bright, moist, and clear pink color

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Skin Pliability

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Pinched skin should return in 2 seconds

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Feces

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Loose feces could be GI problems

28-50 lbs in 24 hours

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Urine

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Normally turbid (foamy) 
Usually pale (rarely clear) 
(reddish yellow normal) 
5-7 times a day 
4-7 quarts
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