Respiratory Disease QUIZ Flashcards
Which of the following bacteria may be a cause of Infectious Tracheobronchitis (Kennel Cough)?
1. Bordello
2. Borrelia
3. Bordetella
4. Brucella
- Bordetella
The “reverse sneeze” is
an episodic honking nasal noise
Regarding Upper Respiratory Infections (URI or FURD) in the cat
1. one infection leads to life-long immunity
2. they are all caused by Rhinotracheitis virus
3. Never affect body systems beyond the eyes and nose
4. suspect animals should always be handled with Quarantine Procedures
- suspect animals should always be handled with Quarantine Procedures
What best describes a transudate pleural effusion?
1. blood
2. lymph
3. serum
4. pus (high neutrophils)
- serum
Regarding pneumonia in an adult dog
1. is treated with diuretics to dry secretions
2. is a common respiratory condition
3. it is an uncommon primary disease and an underlying cause should be sought
4. the etiology(cause) is always bacterial
- it is an uncommon primary disease and an underlying cause should be sought
Which of the following may be clinical signs for Calicivirus infection in the cat?
1. oral ulcers
2. lameness
3. fever
4. any of the choices may be associated with Calicivirus
- any of the choices may be associated with Calicivirus
T/F: Ascarid migration through the lung is a common cause of lung disease in puppies.
True
T/F: A pulse oximetry reading of 90% hemoglobin saturation is an acceptable (normal) reading.
False. Must be at least at a 98%
T/F: Gas exchange with the capillaries occurs in the bronchioles.
False
T/F: Pulmonary edema may be caused by heart failure, electrocution, drowning vasculitis, or hypoalbuminemia.
True
T/F: Epistaxis (nasal bleeding) is a common sign of nasal tumors.
True
T/F: Respiratory rate can affect blood pH of a patient quickly (within minutes).
True
T/F: Tracheal Collapse is a disease caused by trauma to the throat.
False.
It is when the cartilage rings of the trachea weaken or don’t fully form, causing the trachea to flatten and narrow the airway.
T/F: Because viruses die quickly outside the body, URIs of cats can not be transmitted on human hands.
False
T/F: Laryngitis causing change of voice can be caused by rabies virus.
True
T/F: The most common cause of Sinusitis in the dog is tooth root infection.
True
T/F: Nasal discharge samples are an excellent source of accurate bacterial culture to evaluate respiratory(lung) disease.
False.
Why? Contaminated with normal flora, came from unknown source, contamination with other environmental sources, etc
T/F: Infectious Tracheobronchitis (Kennel cough) of the dog can be caused by adenovirus, parainfluenza or distemper virus.
True
List three clinical signs of Respiratory Distress (any species).
a. extended neck, abducted limb postures
b. refusal to lay down
c. increased abdominal or thoracic movements to breathe
d. noisy breathing (rattle)
e. corners of mouth pulled back/open mouth breathing
f. panic look on face (dilated pupils, tense face)
g. tachypnea
h. tachycardia
i. dusky or blue mucous membranes
Name three possible causes of a “failure to read” or inaccurate pulse oximetry measurement.
a. bright light (like in surgery)
b. damaged readers
c. shivering (keep your patient warm!)
Describe three supportive care procedures for a cat with an upper respiratory infection (URI).
a. antibiotics for eyes
b. feed warmed can food
c. Clean eyes & nose clear of debris frequently throughout the day
Describe why the technique of Nebulize and Coupage (Percussive Therapy) is done.
- Nebulize: expose respiratory mucous membranes to ultrafine water droplets (can reach alveoli)
- Coupage: percussion of chest to form air wave vibrations to loosen lung debris and encourage coughing
The combination of the two techniques enables the mucocilliary blanket of the airways to clean the lungs.
Using correct anatomical terms, discuss the pathophysiology of Laryngeal Paralysis in dogs.
The recurrent laryngeal nerve fails to function and this leads to the arytenoids not being abducted to open the pharynx leading to the trachea. This leads to noisy breathing and a small airway that will actually become smaller with exercise or panting and can lead to hyperthemia and/or respiratory distress.
TDRL: Laryngeal nerve fails so arytenoids cannot open. This creates a small airway that leads to noisy breathing. Airway will cont to shrink with panting/exercise. Eventually will lead to hyperthemia and/or respiratory distress.
