52 Questions
Which of the following is a potential cause of death during the recovery phase of large animal anesthesia?
Respiratory obstruction
What is the recommended approach for reducing risk of laryngeal obstruction during anesthesia?
Select appropriate ET tube size and insert gently
What is a common complication during the recovery period of equine anesthesia?
Nasal oedema
What is the primary purpose of using nasopharyngeal tubes or phenylephrine during the recovery period?
To treat nasal oedema
What is the recommended treatment for pulmonary edema during the recovery phase?
Remove the obstruction, provide oxygen, use frusemide and dexamethasone
What is a potential risk associated with recovering horses with nasopharyngeal tubes?
Epistaxis
What is the primary reason for using an emergency tracheostomy during anesthesia?
To secure the airway
What is the main cause of death during the recovery period of equine anesthesia?
Respiratory obstruction
What is the recommended approach for managing nasal oedema during the recovery period?
Use nasopharyngeal tubes or phenylephrine
Which of the following is a potential problem in recovery after anesthesia in horses?
Hypertension
What is one of the causes of post-operative myopathy in horses during the recovery period?
Intraoperative malposition and Hypertension
Which of the following is not a potential post-operative neuropathy in horses during recovery?
Eye problems
What statement is true with regard to the difference between myopathies and neuropathies in horses during recovery?
Myopathies are more painful than neuropathies
What is a potential problem associated with spinal cord malacia in horses during recovery?
Inability to use hind legs
Which species has a higher mortality rate in anesthesia compared to horses?
Rabbits
What can be done to reduce the risk of post-operative neuropathy in horses during recovery?
Extending the dependent forelimb forward
Which of the following is a potential problem associated with hypoxemia in horses during recovery?
Reduced blood pH
What can significantly increase blood pressure in horses during anesthesia?
Moving into partial or total intravenous anesthesia
During the recovery phase, what is the main indicator before removing the endotracheal (ET) tube in horses?
Swallowing
What is a potential problem that can arise during the recovery phase of anesthesia in horses?
Absence of airflow at the nostrils
What should be done to prevent horses from recovering too quickly before they've expelled all isoflurane during the recovery process?
Use sedatives
What should be done to stimulate breathing if the horse is slow to resume normal ventilation after being disconnected from the ventilator?
Use a demand valve
Which position should the horse be placed in the recovery box after being moved from the table?
Lateral recumbency
What is a potential cause of upper airway obstruction during the recovery phase of anesthesia in horses?
Nasal passages or larynx obstruction
What is the purpose of using nasal tubes during the recovery phase of anesthesia in horses?
To prevent upper airway obstruction
What may not be a potential sign of upper airway obstruction in horses during recovery from anesthesia?
Exaggerated thoracic excursion
What is the recommended approach for managing laryngeal obstruction during anesthesia in horses?
Using phenylephrine
Which of the following is a potential problem that can occur during the recovery phase of equine anesthesia?
Poor positioning
What is a potential complication that can arise during the recovery period in horses?
Eye problems
Which of the following is a potential cause of post-operative myopathy in horses during recovery?
Poor positioning
Which of the following is a potential risk factor associated with anesthesia in horses?
Recovery technique
What is a potential complication that can occur during the recovery phase of equine anesthesia?
Hypoxemia
Which of the following is a common potential cause of death during the recovery period of equine anesthesia?
Spinal cord malacia
What is a potential problem associated with post-operative neuropathy in horses during recovery?
Poor positioning
What is the difference between myopathies and neuropathies in horses during recovery?
Neuropathies are associated with loss of use
What is the main cause of death during the recovery phase of large animal anesthesia?
Post-anesthetic myopathy
What is the recommended approach for managing laryngeal obstruction during anesthesia in horses?
Select appropriate ET tube size and insert gently
What is a potential problem associated with recovering horses with nasopharyngeal tubes?
Epistaxis
Which of the following is a potential post-operative neuropathy in horses during recovery?
Neuropathies and spinal cord malacia
What is the primary purpose of using nasopharyngeal tubes or phenylephrine during the recovery period?
To treat nasal oedema
What is a common complication during the recovery period of equine anesthesia?
Epistaxis
What is the main purpose of using oxygen during the recovery phase of anesthesia in horses?
To provide oxygen to the horse
What is the purpose of using sedatives during the recovery process of large animal anesthesia?
To prevent horses from recovering too quickly
What should be done to prevent overextension of the neck during the recovery phase of anesthesia in horses?
Support the head
What position should the horse be placed in the recovery box after being moved from the table?
Lateral recumbency
What is the main indicator before removing the endotracheal (ET) tube during the recovery phase in horses?
Swallowing
What is a potential problem that can arise during the recovery phase of large animal anesthesia?
Upper airway obstruction
Which of the following is a potential sign of upper airway obstruction in horses during recovery from anesthesia?
Stridor or stertor
What is a potential cause of death during the recovery phase of large animal anesthesia?
Upper airway obstruction
What is the purpose of using nasal tubes during the recovery phase of anesthesia in horses?
To ensure proper ventilation
What is a potential risk associated with recovering horses with nasopharyngeal tubes?
Upper airway obstruction
What can be done to stimulate breathing if the horse is slow to resume normal ventilation after being disconnected from the ventilator?
Use a demand valve
Test your knowledge on the proper steps and equipment needed for successful large animal recovery from anaesthesia. Learn about dry floors, towels, nasal tubes, oxygen, sedatives, (de)cuffing syringes, hoists, head support, and more. Be prepared for a smooth and safe recovery process.
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