Preparing for Anaesthesia
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Which patients are exceptions to the fasting rules?

  • Patients weighing more than 20kg
  • No patients
  • Patients with megaoesophagus (correct)
  • Patients with malnutrition

    • How long do we starve very small dogs at risk of hypoglycemia?

  • 1-2 hours (correct)
  • 4-6 hours
  • 6-8 hours
  • 2-4 hours

    • What should be done before starting anesthesia?

  • Prepare the anesthesia equipment
  • Prepare drugs and IV fluids
  • Weight animal and Calculate drug dosages and labels
  • All of the above (correct)

    • Which vein is used for IV access in ruminants?

    <p>Auricular vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of IV access during anesthesia?

    <p>To allow access of emergency drugs and fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What size cannula is used for IV access in rabbits?

    <p>22g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most important thing to consider when preparing the theatre for surgery?

    <p>Animal position during GA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to ensure appropriate hygiene when placing a cannula?

    <p>Wear gloves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended cannula size for IV access in dogs?

    <p>20g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the anaesthetic record be started?

    <p>Before starting anesthesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which breed is known to be more sensitive to acepromazine?

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

    What should be done prior to anaesthesia to prevent aspiration pneumonia?

    <p>Restrict water access for at least 6 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemical tests should be included prior to anaesthesia?

    <p>PCV, BUN, urine specific gravity, total proteins, blood glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of gaining informed consent prior to anaesthesia?

    <p>To discuss the risks with the owner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which patients are at a higher risk during anaesthesia due to reduced hepatic and renal function?

    <p>Geriatric patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to determine the prognosis of the animal prior to anaesthesia?

    <p>Examine the animal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information should be considered in the history prior to surgery?

    <p>How the animal responded to anaesthetic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of assigning an ASA category to every animal prior to operation?

    <p>To assess the animal's suitability for anaesthesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which breed is known to have increased recovery time during anaesthesia?

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

    Which patients are exceptions to the fasting rules?

    <p>Patients undergoing gastric surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended fasting time for very small dogs at risk of hypoglycemia?

    <p>1-2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended cannula size for IV access in rabbits?

    <p>22g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended cannula size for IV access in horses?

    <p>14g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended cannula size for IV access in dogs?

    <p>20g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What vein is commonly used for IV access in ruminants?

    <p>Auricular vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of IV access during anesthesia?

    <p>To administer emergency drugs and fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to ensure appropriate hygiene when placing a cannula?

    <p>Disinfect the site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done before starting anesthesia?

    <p>Groom the animal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered when preparing the theatre for surgery?

    <p>Surgical procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which breed is known to have increased recovery time during anaesthesia?

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

    What tests should be included prior to anaesthesia?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of assigning an ASA category to every animal prior to operation?

    <p>To evaluate the animal's overall health status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done prior to anaesthesia to prevent aspiration pneumonia?

    <p>Starve the animal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to determine the prognosis of the animal prior to anaesthesia?

    <p>Examine the animal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of IV access during anesthesia?

    <p>To provide fluids and medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of gaining informed consent prior to anaesthesia?

    <p>To obtain permission to perform the procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long should very small dogs at risk of hypoglycemia be starved prior to anaesthesia?

    <p>6 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What size cannula is used for IV access in rabbits?

    <p>20 gauge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which patients are exceptions to the fasting rules?

    <p>Patients undergoing gastric surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended fasting time for very small dogs at risk of hypoglycemia?

    <p>1-2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended cannula size for IV access in rabbits?

    <p>22g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended cannula size for IV access in horses?

    <p>14g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of IV access during anesthesia?

    <p>To administer emergency drugs and fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which breed is more sensitive to acepromazine?

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

    What tests should be included prior to anesthesia?

    <p>PCV, BUN, urine specific gravity, total proteins, blood glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of assigning an ASA category to every animal prior to operation?

    <p>To evaluate the animal's overall health status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended fasting time for animals prior to anesthesia?

    <p>6 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to determine the prognosis of the animal prior to anesthesia?

    <p>Examine the animal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the exceptions to the fasting rules for anesthesia?

    <p>Patients undergoing gastric surgery or those with megaoesophagus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long should very small dogs at risk of hypoglycemia be starved prior to anesthesia?

    <p>1 or 2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vein is used for IV access in ruminants?

    <p>Auricular vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What size cannula is used for IV access in rabbits?

    <p>22g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of IV access during anesthesia?

    <p>Allows access to emergency drugs and fluids and all the drugs associated with the normal anesthesia process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some factors to consider in the preparation for anesthesia?

    <p>Factors to consider in the preparation for anesthesia include signalment and history, breed sensitivity, recovery time in sight hounds, genetic sensitivity in certain breeds, anaesthesia history, animal examination, additional diagnostics, preanaesthetic drugs, ASA category assignment, risks discussion with owner, and gaining informed consent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tests should be included prior to anesthesia?

    <p>Tests that should be included prior to anesthesia are PCV, Blood urea nitrogen (BUN), urine specific gravity, total proteins, and blood glucose.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of assigning an ASA category to every animal prior to operation?

    <p>Assigning an ASA category to every animal prior to operation helps in assessing the patient's physical status and determining the level of risk associated with anesthesia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended fasting time prior to anesthesia, and why is it important?

    <p>The recommended fasting time prior to anesthesia is at least 6 hours. This is important to prevent aspiration pneumonia caused by regurgitation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which breeds are known to be more sensitive to acepromazine?

    <p>Boxers, collies, and greyhounds are known to be more sensitive to acepromazine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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