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What is a common cause of aspiration pneumonia in farm animals?
What is a common cause of aspiration pneumonia in farm animals?
- Excessive feeding
- Lack of exercise
- Administration of antibiotics
- Dipping of animals when they are weak or by keeping their heads under for too long (correct)
What may lead to aspiration of food or water in animals?
What may lead to aspiration of food or water in animals?
- Inadequate water intake
- Excessive exercise
- Paralysis or obstruction of the larynx, pharynx, or esophagus (correct)
- High protein diet
What is a common syndrome associated with calves under 2 weeks of age?
What is a common syndrome associated with calves under 2 weeks of age?
- Pulmonary embolism
- Meconium aspiration syndrome (correct)
- Pleurisy
- Respiratory distress syndrome
What are the clinical findings associated with aspiration pneumonia?
What are the clinical findings associated with aspiration pneumonia?
How does the severity of aspiration pneumonia depend on bacteria introduced?
How does the severity of aspiration pneumonia depend on bacteria introduced?