Unit 3C - Vet Emergency Flashcards
Mild Heat Injury Temperature
105 to 106
pg 55
Moderate Heat Injury Temperature
106 to 108
pg. 56
Severe Heat Injury Temperature
Over 108
pg. 56
What temperature do you stop cooling efforts of MWD?
103
pg. 56
Mild Hypothermia Temp
98 - 99.9
pg 57
Moderate Hypothermia Temp
96 - 98
pg. 57
Severe Hypothermia Temp
92 - 96
pg 57
Profound Hypothermia Temp
Less than 92
pg 57
Early signs of Dehydration
Reduced Activity, Tacky Gums, Abnormal Mentation/Consciousness
pg.58
Moderate Signs of Dehyrdation
Tacky mucous, Loss of Skin elasticity, sunken eyes, Increased CRT
pg. 58
Severe Signs of Dehydration
Pale Mucous Membrane, Weightloss, Weak Pulse
pg. 58
When do you not use the bear hug technique for choking?
To remove sharp objects
pg. 60
What does GDV mean?
Gastric Dilation Volvulus/Bloat
Signs of GDV?
Dry Heaves, Pain/Inability to get comfortable, abdominal distension
pg. 61
How do you treat an MDW for shock?
Administer 1 liter of fluid over 1 hour
pg 62