Section I Flashcards
1
Q
what are non-esterified fatty acids converted to in negative energy balance?
A
ketone bodies
2
Q
what is cobalt a cofactor in?
A
krebs cycle
3
Q
what can IV calcium administration to a toxic cow result in?
A
cardiac arrest
endotoxemia increases cardiac sensitivity to calcium
4
Q
what should be the first thing limited in a dry cow diet?
A
potassium
5
Q
when does hypocalcemia in sheep occur?
A
4-6 weeks before lambing
6
Q
what is hypomagnesemia associated with?
A
pasturing on rapidly growing, lush forage
7
Q
is it usually a single calf or a group of calves affected by rickets?
A
group
8
Q
what is the most common fluke of cows and sheep?
A
Fasciola hepatica
9
Q
how can you treat fascioliasis?
A
albendazole
clorsulon and ivermectin
10
Q
who does black disease primarily impact?
A
sheep
