Respiratory

Question 1

What does a Rhinotomy involve?

Answer 1

dorsal incision on top of dogs nose, opening nasal cavity

Question 2

What can be used instead of Rhinotomys?

Answer 2

endoscopic equipment

Question 3

What are post-op considerations for Rhinotomys?

Answer 3

emphysema- permanent lung condition- head/neck
excessive bleeding- adrealine, compact bandaging
Irritation- sneezing

Question 4

What does a Laryngeal Paralysis involve?

Answer 4

incision made on side of dogs neck, larynx
arytenoid is disarticulated- fixed in open position
incrwasing laryngeal opening, decreasing airway resistance

Question 5

What are the potential considerations for a laryngeal paralysis?

Answer 5

swallowing function- oesphageal dysfunction
aspiration pneumonia- wider
feeding habits changed- smooth, easy digestible foods

Question 6

What are the nursing considerations for a patient with a tracheostomy tube?

Answer 6

Managing airways- suctioning excess blood loss
Humified air- prevents drying and build-up of mucous
Secured positioning- prevents movement and risk to larynx
Hygiene- sterile equipment, every 30mins, hyperthermia, discharge, swelling
Nebulisation- sterile saline/ adrenaline