Swine Anesthesia Flashcards
What makes pig anesthesia more difficult?
difficult to restrain
poor venous access
more challenging to intubate
prone to malignant hyperthermia
How long should food be withheld for?
6-12 hours
For IM injection, why would you need to use a long needle? & where is the ideal site for injection?
large amount of SQ fat
behind the ears
Which veins are good for IV catheter placement?
Auricular v
Cephalic v
Lateral saphenous v
Which drug is good for sedation & premed?
Azeperone
Azeperone can be combined w which drugs?
Opioids +/- ketamine
Why is Azeperone a good option to use?
minimal CV effects
antiarrhythmic
minimal resp effects
potent antiemetic
Why are alpha 2 adrenoceptor agonists not the best?
pigs are less sensitive
What is a good general sedation & premed combination?
Benzodiazepines (diazepam, midazolam) + ketamine
Which drug combinations are good for IM induction of anesthesia? (2)
Xylazine + Telazol
Xylazine + Ketmaine
Which drug combinations are good for IV induction of anesthesia?
Tripple drip (Xylazine + Ketmaine + Guaiphenesin)
Propofol
Alfaxalone
Azaperone
Why use a topical anesthetic for intubation?
to reduce the risk of laryngospam
Which inhalant drug is used to maintain anesthesia?
iso
Which TIVA technique can be used to maintain anesthesia?
propofol CRI
triple drip
Which NSAID is used for analgesia?
Meloxicam or Carprofen