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Which type of fluid therapy should be avoided for routine use as perioperative fluid therapy in rabbits?
Which type of fluid therapy should be avoided for routine use as perioperative fluid therapy in rabbits?
What is the likelihood of metabolic acidosis in rabbits?
What is the likelihood of metabolic acidosis in rabbits?
What is the recommended method for collecting blood from rabbits for transfusion?
What is the recommended method for collecting blood from rabbits for transfusion?
What anticoagulant should be used when collecting blood from rabbits for transfusion?
What anticoagulant should be used when collecting blood from rabbits for transfusion?
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How long can blood be used after collection to avoid deterioration?
How long can blood be used after collection to avoid deterioration?
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What is the recommended maximum amount of blood that can be safely taken from a donor rabbit?
What is the recommended maximum amount of blood that can be safely taken from a donor rabbit?
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Which species is more likely to experience herniation through the inguinal ring?
Which species is more likely to experience herniation through the inguinal ring?
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Which suture material is especially suitable for wound closure in rabbits, rodents, and primates?
Which suture material is especially suitable for wound closure in rabbits, rodents, and primates?
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What type of sutures should ideally be used to close abdominal midlines in rabbits?
What type of sutures should ideally be used to close abdominal midlines in rabbits?
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What is the recommended skin closure technique for rabbits?
What is the recommended skin closure technique for rabbits?
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What is the recommended analgesia protocol for rabbits undergoing surgery?
What is the recommended analgesia protocol for rabbits undergoing surgery?
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What is the cause of gut stasis in rabbits?
What is the cause of gut stasis in rabbits?
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Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of stress in rabbits?
Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of stress in rabbits?
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What is the main difference between non-obstructive stasis and obstructive ileus in rabbits?
What is the main difference between non-obstructive stasis and obstructive ileus in rabbits?
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Which of the following is a potential symptom of obstructive ileus in rabbits?
Which of the following is a potential symptom of obstructive ileus in rabbits?
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What is the prognosis for gut stasis in rabbits?
What is the prognosis for gut stasis in rabbits?
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What is a controversial aspect of using antibiotics to treat gut stasis in rabbits?
What is a controversial aspect of using antibiotics to treat gut stasis in rabbits?
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Which type of antibiotics is best to avoid when treating gut stasis in rabbits?
Which type of antibiotics is best to avoid when treating gut stasis in rabbits?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment for gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment for gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits?
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What is the potential benefit of using enzymes such as papain and bromelin in the treatment of gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits?
What is the potential benefit of using enzymes such as papain and bromelin in the treatment of gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits?
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Which of the following is a potential risk associated with using abdominal massage to promote passage of ingesta in rabbits with gastrointestinal stasis?
Which of the following is a potential risk associated with using abdominal massage to promote passage of ingesta in rabbits with gastrointestinal stasis?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment for excessive gas production in rabbits with gastrointestinal stasis?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment for excessive gas production in rabbits with gastrointestinal stasis?
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What is the potential benefit of using analgesics in the treatment of gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits?
What is the potential benefit of using analgesics in the treatment of gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits?
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Which of the following is a commonly used drug that acts primarily on the hindgut to promote gastrointestinal motility in rabbits?
Which of the following is a commonly used drug that acts primarily on the hindgut to promote gastrointestinal motility in rabbits?
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Which route of fluid administration is recommended for severely shocked rabbits or those too small for intravenous access?
Which route of fluid administration is recommended for severely shocked rabbits or those too small for intravenous access?
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Which is a potential risk of using intraperitoneal fluids for fluid administration in rabbits?
Which is a potential risk of using intraperitoneal fluids for fluid administration in rabbits?
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Which factor is important to consider in post-operative care for rabbits?
Which factor is important to consider in post-operative care for rabbits?
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What is the most common reason for post-operative gut stasis in rabbits?
What is the most common reason for post-operative gut stasis in rabbits?
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What is the suggested analgesia regime for an elective ovariohysterectomy (OVH) in rabbits?
What is the suggested analgesia regime for an elective ovariohysterectomy (OVH) in rabbits?
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What is a characteristic of surgery in rabbits?
What is a characteristic of surgery in rabbits?
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