Week 4 Book Notes (329-334) Flashcards

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What is cachexia?

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Loss of lean body mass

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What is the most common type of malnutrition seen in injured sick or hospitalized animals?

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Lack of energy and protein

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Sick injured or hospitalized pets should under go what everyday?

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Nutritional assessment

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Assisted feeding should start when?

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By day 3 of anorexia at the latest

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