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Which term is preferred to describe euthanasia in laboratory animal science?
Which term is preferred to describe euthanasia in laboratory animal science?
What is the standard for euthanasia in laboratory animal science?
What is the standard for euthanasia in laboratory animal science?
What is the main reason for euthanizing animals in laboratory research settings?
What is the main reason for euthanizing animals in laboratory research settings?
What should be the result of the chosen method of euthanasia?
What should be the result of the chosen method of euthanasia?
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What are the two chemical methods of euthanasia?
What are the two chemical methods of euthanasia?
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What is the most commonly used chemical agent to euthanize small mammals in laboratory animal research?
What is the most commonly used chemical agent to euthanize small mammals in laboratory animal research?
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What is the method used to euthanize fish and aquatic amphibians?
What is the method used to euthanize fish and aquatic amphibians?
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What should be done to ensure that the heart has stopped beating and respiration has ceased after euthanasia?
What should be done to ensure that the heart has stopped beating and respiration has ceased after euthanasia?
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What is one of the ways to cope with emotional distress caused by performing euthanasia?
What is one of the ways to cope with emotional distress caused by performing euthanasia?
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What is compassion fatigue?
What is compassion fatigue?
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What is critical for animal welfare and personnel safety during euthanasia?
What is critical for animal welfare and personnel safety during euthanasia?
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What should be done with the carcass after euthanasia?
What should be done with the carcass after euthanasia?
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What is the standard for euthanasia in laboratory animal science?
What is the standard for euthanasia in laboratory animal science?
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What is the main reason for euthanizing animals in laboratory research settings?
What is the main reason for euthanizing animals in laboratory research settings?
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What should be the result of the chosen method of euthanasia?
What should be the result of the chosen method of euthanasia?
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What are the two chemical methods of euthanasia?
What are the two chemical methods of euthanasia?
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What is the method used to euthanize fish and aquatic amphibians?
What is the method used to euthanize fish and aquatic amphibians?
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What should be done to ensure that the heart has stopped beating and respiration has ceased after euthanasia?
What should be done to ensure that the heart has stopped beating and respiration has ceased after euthanasia?
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What is one of the ways to cope with emotional distress caused by performing euthanasia?
What is one of the ways to cope with emotional distress caused by performing euthanasia?
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What is compassion fatigue?
What is compassion fatigue?
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What is critical for animal welfare and personnel safety during euthanasia?
What is critical for animal welfare and personnel safety during euthanasia?
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What should be done with the carcass after euthanasia?
What should be done with the carcass after euthanasia?
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What is the standard for euthanasia accepted by the research community?
What is the standard for euthanasia accepted by the research community?
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What should be the outcome of the chosen method of euthanasia?
What should be the outcome of the chosen method of euthanasia?
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What are the two chemical methods of euthanasia?
What are the two chemical methods of euthanasia?
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What are the three categories of euthanasia methods in the AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals?
What are the three categories of euthanasia methods in the AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals?
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What is the essential step in verifying death during euthanasia?
What is the essential step in verifying death during euthanasia?
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What are some of the topics covered in training for euthanasia techniques?
What are some of the topics covered in training for euthanasia techniques?
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What can help develop proficiency in euthanasia techniques?
What can help develop proficiency in euthanasia techniques?
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What can help cope with grief and emotional distress caused by performing euthanasia?
What can help cope with grief and emotional distress caused by performing euthanasia?
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What are the three categories of euthanasia methods described in the AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals?
What are the three categories of euthanasia methods described in the AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals?
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What are some common terms used to describe euthanasia in laboratory animal science?
What are some common terms used to describe euthanasia in laboratory animal science?
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What should be considered when choosing a method of euthanasia?
What should be considered when choosing a method of euthanasia?
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What are the two chemical methods of euthanasia?
What are the two chemical methods of euthanasia?
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What is an example of a physical method of euthanasia?
What is an example of a physical method of euthanasia?
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What is the most commonly used chemical agent to euthanize rodents and other small mammals in laboratory animal research?
What is the most commonly used chemical agent to euthanize rodents and other small mammals in laboratory animal research?
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What is the purpose of verifying death after euthanasia?
What is the purpose of verifying death after euthanasia?
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What is an adjunctive method that may be used for small animals to verify death?
What is an adjunctive method that may be used for small animals to verify death?
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Why is proper training in euthanasia techniques critical?
Why is proper training in euthanasia techniques critical?
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What is compassion fatigue?
What is compassion fatigue?
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What is the AALAS publication that offers strategies for coping with compassion fatigue?
What is the AALAS publication that offers strategies for coping with compassion fatigue?
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What are some topics covered in training for euthanasia techniques?
What are some topics covered in training for euthanasia techniques?
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True or false: The AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals is not accepted by the research community as the standard for euthanasia.
True or false: The AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals is not accepted by the research community as the standard for euthanasia.
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True or false: Physical methods of euthanasia involve the use of chemicals.
True or false: Physical methods of euthanasia involve the use of chemicals.
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True or false: Carbon dioxide is an acceptable method for euthanasia in all animal species.
True or false: Carbon dioxide is an acceptable method for euthanasia in all animal species.
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True or false: Fish and aquatic amphibians can be euthanized by immersing them in water without any anesthetic.
True or false: Fish and aquatic amphibians can be euthanized by immersing them in water without any anesthetic.
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True or false: Proper training in euthanasia techniques is not necessary for animal welfare and personnel safety.
True or false: Proper training in euthanasia techniques is not necessary for animal welfare and personnel safety.
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True or false: Practicing on live animals is the best way to develop proficiency in euthanasia techniques.
True or false: Practicing on live animals is the best way to develop proficiency in euthanasia techniques.
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True or false: Suppressing emotions caused by euthanasia can lead to detachment, anxiety, and conflict in the workplace.
True or false: Suppressing emotions caused by euthanasia can lead to detachment, anxiety, and conflict in the workplace.
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True or false: Sharing feelings with coworkers, a supervisor, or a veterinarian can help cope with grief caused by euthanasia.
True or false: Sharing feelings with coworkers, a supervisor, or a veterinarian can help cope with grief caused by euthanasia.
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True or false: Compassion fatigue is not a common issue in animal research.
True or false: Compassion fatigue is not a common issue in animal research.
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True or false: The AALAS publication 'Compassion Fatigue: The Cost of Caring' offers strategies for coping with compassion fatigue.
True or false: The AALAS publication 'Compassion Fatigue: The Cost of Caring' offers strategies for coping with compassion fatigue.
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True or false: The method used for euthanasia does not need to comply with the approved IACUC protocol for animal research.
True or false: The method used for euthanasia does not need to comply with the approved IACUC protocol for animal research.
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True or false: The acceptability of a euthanasia method is not specific to the species and age of the animal.
True or false: The acceptability of a euthanasia method is not specific to the species and age of the animal.
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Study Notes
Euthanasia in Laboratory Animal Science
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Euthanasia in laboratory animal science means ending an animal's life in a way that minimizes pain and distress.
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The preferred term to describe euthanasia is "euthanasia," although some common terms like "put down" or "put to sleep" are also used.
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In research settings, animals may be euthanized for several reasons, such as obtaining research data or preventing unrelieved pain or distress.
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The AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals is accepted by the research community as the standard for euthanasia and takes into consideration animal welfare principles, anatomy, physiology, and personnel safety.
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The chosen method of euthanasia should produce a rapid loss of consciousness followed by cessation of heartbeat, respiration, and brain function.
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Inhalant agents and injectable agents are two chemical methods of euthanasia, while physical methods involve the use of equipment to apply force or cutting action to the animal.
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Carbon dioxide is one of the most commonly used chemical agents to euthanize rodents and other small mammals in laboratory animal research.
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Inhalant volatile anesthetics, such as isoflurane, are commonly used for euthanasia in the United States and require waste gas scavenging equipment.
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Fish and aquatic amphibians can be euthanized by immersing them in a water bath containing an overdose of buffered MS-222 or other appropriate anesthetic.
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Staff must be trained on euthanasia procedures, and responsible personnel must remain with the animals throughout the entire process.
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Euthanasia methods must comply with the animal use protocol and facility SOPs, which are based on the AVMA Guidelines.
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The acceptability of a method is specific to the species and age of the animal, and all technicians should know the methods that can be used with the species kept in their facility.Euthanasia of Laboratory Animals: Methods, Verification of Death, and Compassion for Staff
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Euthanasia methods for laboratory animals are described in the AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals.
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The guidelines categorize methods as acceptable, acceptable with conditions, and unacceptable for each animal species.
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The method used must comply with the guidelines and be included in the approved IACUC protocol for animal research.
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Acceptable methods for euthanasia include carbon dioxide, barbiturates, and physical methods such as cervical dislocation or decapitation.
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Verification of death is essential to ensure that the heart has stopped beating and respiration has ceased.
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Large animals may be monitored for lack of pulse, heartbeat, and breathing, while adjunctive methods such as cervical dislocation or bilateral pneumothorax may be used for small animals.
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Proper training in euthanasia techniques is critical for animal welfare and personnel safety.
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Training includes restraint and handling, physiological processes, equipment use and maintenance, administration of euthanasia agents, and carcass disposal.
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Practicing on anesthetized or already euthanized animals can help develop proficiency.
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Performing euthanasia can cause emotional distress for personnel, and it is important to acknowledge and cope with these feelings.
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Suppressing emotions may lead to detachment, anxiety, and conflict in the workplace, while sharing feelings with coworkers, a supervisor, or a veterinarian can help cope with grief.
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Compassion fatigue is a common issue in animal research, and resources such as the AALAS publication “Compassion Fatigue: The Cost of caring” can offer strategies for coping.
Euthanasia in Laboratory Animal Science
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Euthanasia in laboratory animal science means ending an animal's life in a way that minimizes pain and distress.
-
The preferred term to describe euthanasia is "euthanasia," although some common terms like "put down" or "put to sleep" are also used.
-
In research settings, animals may be euthanized for several reasons, such as obtaining research data or preventing unrelieved pain or distress.
-
The AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals is accepted by the research community as the standard for euthanasia and takes into consideration animal welfare principles, anatomy, physiology, and personnel safety.
-
The chosen method of euthanasia should produce a rapid loss of consciousness followed by cessation of heartbeat, respiration, and brain function.
-
Inhalant agents and injectable agents are two chemical methods of euthanasia, while physical methods involve the use of equipment to apply force or cutting action to the animal.
-
Carbon dioxide is one of the most commonly used chemical agents to euthanize rodents and other small mammals in laboratory animal research.
-
Inhalant volatile anesthetics, such as isoflurane, are commonly used for euthanasia in the United States and require waste gas scavenging equipment.
-
Fish and aquatic amphibians can be euthanized by immersing them in a water bath containing an overdose of buffered MS-222 or other appropriate anesthetic.
-
Staff must be trained on euthanasia procedures, and responsible personnel must remain with the animals throughout the entire process.
-
Euthanasia methods must comply with the animal use protocol and facility SOPs, which are based on the AVMA Guidelines.
-
The acceptability of a method is specific to the species and age of the animal, and all technicians should know the methods that can be used with the species kept in their facility.Euthanasia of Laboratory Animals: Methods, Verification of Death, and Compassion for Staff
-
Euthanasia methods for laboratory animals are described in the AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals.
-
The guidelines categorize methods as acceptable, acceptable with conditions, and unacceptable for each animal species.
-
The method used must comply with the guidelines and be included in the approved IACUC protocol for animal research.
-
Acceptable methods for euthanasia include carbon dioxide, barbiturates, and physical methods such as cervical dislocation or decapitation.
-
Verification of death is essential to ensure that the heart has stopped beating and respiration has ceased.
-
Large animals may be monitored for lack of pulse, heartbeat, and breathing, while adjunctive methods such as cervical dislocation or bilateral pneumothorax may be used for small animals.
-
Proper training in euthanasia techniques is critical for animal welfare and personnel safety.
-
Training includes restraint and handling, physiological processes, equipment use and maintenance, administration of euthanasia agents, and carcass disposal.
-
Practicing on anesthetized or already euthanized animals can help develop proficiency.
-
Performing euthanasia can cause emotional distress for personnel, and it is important to acknowledge and cope with these feelings.
-
Suppressing emotions may lead to detachment, anxiety, and conflict in the workplace, while sharing feelings with coworkers, a supervisor, or a veterinarian can help cope with grief.
-
Compassion fatigue is a common issue in animal research, and resources such as the AALAS publication “Compassion Fatigue: The Cost of caring” can offer strategies for coping.
Euthanasia in Laboratory Animal Science
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Euthanasia in laboratory animal science means ending an animal's life in a way that minimizes pain and distress.
-
The preferred term to describe euthanasia is "euthanasia," although some common terms like "put down" or "put to sleep" are also used.
-
In research settings, animals may be euthanized for several reasons, such as obtaining research data or preventing unrelieved pain or distress.
-
The AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals is accepted by the research community as the standard for euthanasia and takes into consideration animal welfare principles, anatomy, physiology, and personnel safety.
-
The chosen method of euthanasia should produce a rapid loss of consciousness followed by cessation of heartbeat, respiration, and brain function.
-
Inhalant agents and injectable agents are two chemical methods of euthanasia, while physical methods involve the use of equipment to apply force or cutting action to the animal.
-
Carbon dioxide is one of the most commonly used chemical agents to euthanize rodents and other small mammals in laboratory animal research.
-
Inhalant volatile anesthetics, such as isoflurane, are commonly used for euthanasia in the United States and require waste gas scavenging equipment.
-
Fish and aquatic amphibians can be euthanized by immersing them in a water bath containing an overdose of buffered MS-222 or other appropriate anesthetic.
-
Staff must be trained on euthanasia procedures, and responsible personnel must remain with the animals throughout the entire process.
-
Euthanasia methods must comply with the animal use protocol and facility SOPs, which are based on the AVMA Guidelines.
-
The acceptability of a method is specific to the species and age of the animal, and all technicians should know the methods that can be used with the species kept in their facility.Euthanasia of Laboratory Animals: Methods, Verification of Death, and Compassion for Staff
-
Euthanasia methods for laboratory animals are described in the AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals.
-
The guidelines categorize methods as acceptable, acceptable with conditions, and unacceptable for each animal species.
-
The method used must comply with the guidelines and be included in the approved IACUC protocol for animal research.
-
Acceptable methods for euthanasia include carbon dioxide, barbiturates, and physical methods such as cervical dislocation or decapitation.
-
Verification of death is essential to ensure that the heart has stopped beating and respiration has ceased.
-
Large animals may be monitored for lack of pulse, heartbeat, and breathing, while adjunctive methods such as cervical dislocation or bilateral pneumothorax may be used for small animals.
-
Proper training in euthanasia techniques is critical for animal welfare and personnel safety.
-
Training includes restraint and handling, physiological processes, equipment use and maintenance, administration of euthanasia agents, and carcass disposal.
-
Practicing on anesthetized or already euthanized animals can help develop proficiency.
-
Performing euthanasia can cause emotional distress for personnel, and it is important to acknowledge and cope with these feelings.
-
Suppressing emotions may lead to detachment, anxiety, and conflict in the workplace, while sharing feelings with coworkers, a supervisor, or a veterinarian can help cope with grief.
-
Compassion fatigue is a common issue in animal research, and resources such as the AALAS publication “Compassion Fatigue: The Cost of caring” can offer strategies for coping.
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Test your knowledge on euthanasia in laboratory animal science with this informative quiz. From understanding the AVMA guidelines to knowing the acceptable methods for each species, this quiz covers all the essential information on euthanasia. Sharpen your skills on verifying death and learn about the importance of proper training and emotional coping for personnel. Take the quiz now and become an expert on euthanasia in laboratory animal science.
