Rabbit Med 3 Mod 8

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Which type of fluid therapy should be avoided for routine use as perioperative fluid therapy in rabbits?

Artificial blood replacement products

Blood

Crystalloids

Colloids (correct)

What is the likelihood of metabolic acidosis in rabbits?

More likely than alkalosis (correct)

Not mentioned in the text

Equally likely as alkalosis

More likely than alkalosis (correct)

What is the recommended method for collecting blood from rabbits for transfusion?

Not mentioned in the text

Jugular vein (correct)

Cephalic vein

Femoral vein

What anticoagulant should be used when collecting blood from rabbits for transfusion?

Citrate Signup and view all the answers

How long can blood be used after collection to avoid deterioration?

48 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended maximum amount of blood that can be safely taken from a donor rabbit?

1% of the donor's weight Signup and view all the answers

Which species is more likely to experience herniation through the inguinal ring?

Chinchillas Signup and view all the answers

Which suture material is especially suitable for wound closure in rabbits, rodents, and primates?

Polyglytone 6211 Signup and view all the answers

What type of sutures should ideally be used to close abdominal midlines in rabbits?

Single interrupted sutures Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended skin closure technique for rabbits?

Simple continuous pattern Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended analgesia protocol for rabbits undergoing surgery?

Combination opioid and NSAID analgesia Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of gut stasis in rabbits?

Catecholamine release Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of stress in rabbits?

Obesity Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between non-obstructive stasis and obstructive ileus in rabbits?

Onset speed Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential symptom of obstructive ileus in rabbits?

Moderate to severe depression Signup and view all the answers

What is the prognosis for gut stasis in rabbits?

Depends on the cause and duration of stasis Signup and view all the answers

What is a controversial aspect of using antibiotics to treat gut stasis in rabbits?

They disrupt gut microbial populations Signup and view all the answers

Which type of antibiotics is best to avoid when treating gut stasis in rabbits?

Penicillins Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment for gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits?

Anabolic steroids Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential benefit of using enzymes such as papain and bromelin in the treatment of gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits?

They act as appetite stimulants Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential risk associated with using abdominal massage to promote passage of ingesta in rabbits with gastrointestinal stasis?

Gut perforation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment for excessive gas production in rabbits with gastrointestinal stasis?

Metoclopramide Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential benefit of using analgesics in the treatment of gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits?

They relieve pain Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a commonly used drug that acts primarily on the hindgut to promote gastrointestinal motility in rabbits?

Cisapride Signup and view all the answers

Which route of fluid administration is recommended for severely shocked rabbits or those too small for intravenous access?

Intraosseous fluids Signup and view all the answers

Which is a potential risk of using intraperitoneal fluids for fluid administration in rabbits?

Perforation of the gut Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is important to consider in post-operative care for rabbits?

Avoidance of discomfort Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common reason for post-operative gut stasis in rabbits?

Pain Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggested analgesia regime for an elective ovariohysterectomy (OVH) in rabbits?

Administration of meloxicam at least 45 minutes before induction Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of surgery in rabbits?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers