TPR Flashcards
Normal temperature for a dog?
38.3-38.7 Celsius
Normal temperature for a cat
38-38.5
Normal temperature for a rabbit
38.5-40
An increase in temperature is termed?
Pyrexia infectious cause or hyperthermia
Signs on an increase in temperature
Panting and salvation
Signs of a low temp hypothermia
Shivering, cold extremities
How is a temperature take
Rectally
What is the normal pulse rate for a dog?
60-120 beats per minute
What is the normal pulse rate for a cat
110-180 beats per minute
How to monitor the cardiovascular system
Auscultation of the heart via a stethoscope
Normal respiratory rate for a dog
10-30 breathes per min
Normal respiratory rate for a cat
20-30 breathes per min
Normal respiratory rate for a rabbit
30-60 breathes per min
Tachypnoea meaning
Increased respiratory rate
Bradypnoea meaning
Decreased respiratory rate