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?

<p>Citrate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>48 hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>1% of the donor's weight (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Chinchillas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Polyglytone 6211 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Single interrupted sutures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended skin closure technique for rabbits?

<p>Simple continuous pattern (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended analgesia protocol for rabbits undergoing surgery?

<p>Combination opioid and NSAID analgesia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of gut stasis in rabbits?

<p>Catecholamine release (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Obesity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Onset speed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Moderate to severe depression (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the prognosis for gut stasis in rabbits?

<p>Depends on the cause and duration of stasis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>They disrupt gut microbial populations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Penicillins (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Anabolic steroids (A)</p> 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?

<p>They act as appetite stimulants (D)</p> 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?

<p>Gut perforation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Metoclopramide (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>They relieve pain (A)</p> 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?

<p>Cisapride (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Intraosseous fluids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Perforation of the gut (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Avoidance of discomfort (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Pain (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Administration of meloxicam at least 45 minutes before induction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of surgery in rabbits?

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

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