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Which method is recommended for euthanasia of laboratory rabbits when fully anesthetized?
Which method is recommended for euthanasia of laboratory rabbits when fully anesthetized?
- Bilateral thoracotomy (correct)
- Blunt force trauma
- Exsanguination
- KCl injection
What is the recommended pressure for discharging a captive bolt in laboratory rabbit euthanasia?
What is the recommended pressure for discharging a captive bolt in laboratory rabbit euthanasia?
- 55 psi for adults
- 70 psi for preweaned kits
- 90 psi for growers (correct)
- 80 psi for adults
Which method is NOT recommended for euthanasia of zebrafish eggs, embryos, or larvae?
Which method is NOT recommended for euthanasia of zebrafish eggs, embryos, or larvae?
- Bilateral thoracotomy
- 30 mins immersion in MS222 (correct)
- Exsanguination
- KCl injection
In which location should the captive bolt be placed for euthanasia of laboratory rabbits?
In which location should the captive bolt be placed for euthanasia of laboratory rabbits?
Which method is acceptable for euthanasia of laboratory fish, amphibians, and reptiles under extenuating circumstances?
Which method is acceptable for euthanasia of laboratory fish, amphibians, and reptiles under extenuating circumstances?
What is the recommended cage volume per minute of CO2 for euthanasia of laboratory rabbits?
What is the recommended cage volume per minute of CO2 for euthanasia of laboratory rabbits?