20 Questions
Which organ is commonly affected by neoplasia in chelonia?
Liver
Which clinical signs can be associated with squamous cell carcinomas in snakes?
Stomatitis and anorexia
Which reptile species is an emerging issue for gastric carcinomas?
Bearded dragons
Which reptile species has a single right lung?
Pythons
Which of the following is a common sign of respiratory disease in reptiles?
Mouth breathing
What is the main reason respiratory disease in reptiles may appear more severe than in mammals?
Inability to remove fluid from airways
Which of the following is a parasitic cause of respiratory disease in reptiles?
Lungworm infestation
How can nematodes causing respiratory disease in reptiles be treated?
Anthelmintic drugs
Which of the following treatments is NOT recommended for hepatic lipidosis in tortoises?
Methionine at 40-50mg/kg
Which of the following may promote hepatic function in tortoises with hepatic lipidosis?
Choline
Which disease has been associated with bacterial infections and Herpesviral disease in chelonia?
Pancreatitis
Why is therapy with insulin injections rarely effective in reptiles with diabetes mellitus?
Reptiles are insulin resistant
Which of the following is a common fungal infection in chelonians?
Aspergillus
Which antifungal medication has no activity against Aspergillus spp?
Ketoconazole
Which virus is commonly found in viperid and colubrid snakes, as well as lizards and tortoises?
Paramyxovirus
What is the standard diagnostic test for PMVs?
PCR
Which of the following is a true statement about the arachnid organism mentioned in the text?
It is related to spiders and ticks.
What is the intermediate host for the arachnid organism?
Rodents
Which of the following is a bacterial cause of pneumonia in reptiles?
Aeromonas spp.
What is the recommended treatment for mycoplasmal or chlamydial infection in reptiles?
Azithromycin
Test your knowledge of reptilian lungs and respiratory diseases in this quiz. Learn about the complexity of reptilian lungs and the common respiratory diseases that affect these animals.
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