TPR Values Flashcards
1
Q
What is the first thing to note with TPR values ?
A
They must be considered in context
for example, a stressed cat in the veterinary clinic is likely to have a higher heart rate, etc…
2
Q
Taking a pulse, which artery ?
A
Dog/Cat/Sheep - femoral
Horse - facial
Cow - coccygeal
^ these are examples, you may develop other preferences over time and experience
3
Q
Cat TPR
A
temperature = 38-39
HR = 120-140
RR = 16-40
4
Q
Cow TPR
A
temperature = 38-39.3
HR = 48-84
RR = 26-50
5
Q
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6
Q
Dog TPR
A
temperature = 37.5-39.2
HR = 70-120
RR = 18-34
7
Q
Horse TPR
A
temperature = 37.2-38.2
HR = 28-40
RR = 10-14
8
Q
Sheep TPR
A
temperature = 38-40
HR = 70-80
RR = 16-34
