Aspiration Pneumonia in Farm Animals

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What is a common cause of aspiration pneumonia in farm animals?

Dipping of animals when they are weak or by keeping their heads under for too long

What may lead to aspiration of food or water in animals?

Paralysis or obstruction of the larynx, pharynx, or esophagus

What is a common syndrome associated with calves under 2 weeks of age?

Meconium aspiration syndrome

What are the clinical findings associated with aspiration pneumonia?

<p>Polypnea, cough, moist rals, consolidation, and pleuritic friction rub</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the severity of aspiration pneumonia depend on bacteria introduced?

<p>It is usually mixed causing acute gangrenous pneumonia with a putrid odor on breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

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