SA- LRT Flashcards
1
Q
Which species is bronchial pneumonia most common in
A
Dogs
2
Q
Route of infection- bronchial pneumonia
A
Inhalation, aspiration, hematogenous spread
3
Q
Primary CS- bronchial pneumonia. Other CS
A
Dyspnea or cough; fever, nasal d/c, cyanosis, crackles, anorexia, weight loss, dehydration
4
Q
Radiographs- bronchial pneumonia
A
Interstitial to alveolar
5
Q
Positive diagnosis of bronchial pneumonia
A
Positive culture from transtracheal wash/bronchoalveolar lavage or pulmonary aspirate- neutrophillic inflammation, degenerate neutrophils, +/- bacteria
