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Which of the following is a symptom of gut stasis in rabbits?

  • Gas filled spaces on radiograph (correct)
  • Increased borgyrhythmis
  • Systemic dehydration
  • Large, loose faecal droppings

What is the recommended treatment for gut stasis in rabbits?

  • Prokinetics only
  • Combination of nutrition, analgesia, and prokinetics (correct)
  • IV fluids only
  • Analgesia only

Which part of the gut does metoclopramide primarily work on?

  • Foregut (correct)
  • Hindgut
  • Both foregut and hindgut
  • None of the above

What is the purpose of syringe feeding rabbits with gut stasis?

<p>To provide nutrition and stimulate gut motility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vaccinations should rabbits receive?

<p>Myxomatosis, RHD 1, and RHD 2 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common underlying cause of gut stasis in rabbits?

<p>Teeth and dental disease (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency of syringe feeding for rabbits with gut stasis?

<p>Every 4 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of analgesia in the treatment of gut stasis in rabbits?

<p>To alleviate pain associated with gut stasis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a symptom of gut stasis in rabbits?

<p>Gas filled spaces on radiograph (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which prokinetic is most effective on both fore and hind gut movement?

<p>Cisapride (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which virus is spread by biting insects such as fleas, mites, and mosquitoes?

<p>Myxomatosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the initial clinical signs of Myxomatosis?

<p>Swelling and redness of the eyes, nose, and genitals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does it take for a rabbit to develop immunity after receiving the vaccine for Myxomatosis, RHD1, and RHD2?

<p>3 weeks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which virus can survive in the environment for months and is not inactivated by sunlight, heat, or cold?

<p>Rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the clinical signs of acute Rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD)?

<p>Sudden death and jaundice (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which virus requires yearly vaccination or every 6 months in high-risk areas?

<p>Both Myxomatosis and RHD (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can rabbits recover from subacute infections of Rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD2)?

<p>Yes, with proper care and management (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Should the vaccine for Myxomatosis, RHD1, and RHD2 be administered to a rabbit that is not systemically well?

<p>No, the vaccine will not be effective (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Does Myxomatosis cause respiratory signs such as dyspnea and lethargy?

<p>Yes, it is one of the clinical signs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the clinical signs of Myxomatosis?

<p>swelling, redness and/or ulcers, nasal and eye discharge, blindness, respiratory signs such as dyspnoea, lethargy and anorexia</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the clinical signs of Rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD)?

<p>sudden death, anorexia, lethargy, neurological signs (ataxia and paresis, muscle spasms), internal bleeding (haematuria, bloody vaginal discharge) and jaundice</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which rabbit virus has a lower mortality rate and is more likely to cause subacute infections?

<p>RHD2</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency of syringe feeding for rabbits with gut stasis?

<p>not specified in the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does it take for a rabbit to develop immunity after receiving the vaccine for Myxomatosis, RHD1, and RHD2?

<p>3 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some common clinical signs of gut stasis in rabbits?

<p>Small dry fecal droppings or no fecal output, reduced borborygmi, and gas-filled spaces on radiograph.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for gut stasis in rabbits?

<p>Nutrition plays a very important role. Use analgesia to alleviate pain and consider using a prokinetic such as metoclopramide, ranitidine, or cisapride. Syringe feeding rabbits is also highly tolerated and can stimulate gut motility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What vaccinations should rabbits receive?

<p>Rabbits should be vaccinated against Myxomatosis and RHD 1 and 2. There is a combination vaccine available.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of syringe feeding in the treatment of gut stasis?

<p>Syringe feeding provides nutrition to anorexic patients and increases gut motility. It can help resolve mild cases of gut stasis and should continue even after the rabbit starts eating on its own.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the underlying cause of gut stasis in rabbits?

<p>Gut stasis is always secondary to an underlying cause. It is important to identify and address the underlying cause to effectively treat gut stasis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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