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Which transducer is used to examine the small intestine?
Which transducer is used to examine the small intestine?
- 5-8MHz linear transducer
- 8MHZ curvilinear transducer
- 8MHz linear transducer
- 5-8Mz curvilinear transducer (correct)
Where is the left kidney located within the abdomen?
Where is the left kidney located within the abdomen?
- Cranial to the fundus of the stomach
- Dorsally within the abdomen
- Caudal to the xiphoid
- Caudomedial to the head of the spleen (correct)
What is the topographical landmark for the right kidney?
What is the topographical landmark for the right kidney?
- Xiphoid
- Pubis
- Angle of sub-lumbar muscle
- Last rib (correct)
Which organ is examined using an 8MHZ curvilinear transducer?
Which organ is examined using an 8MHZ curvilinear transducer?
What are some common reasons for undertaking an ultrasound examination of the whole abdomen?
What are some common reasons for undertaking an ultrasound examination of the whole abdomen?
How should the transducer be positioned to examine the large intestine?
How should the transducer be positioned to examine the large intestine?
Where should the transducer be placed to examine the spleen?
Where should the transducer be placed to examine the spleen?
What should be observed when examining the small intestine?
What should be observed when examining the small intestine?
What should be observed when examining the large intestine?
What should be observed when examining the large intestine?
What is the purpose of turning the transducer 90 degrees when examining the stomach?
What is the purpose of turning the transducer 90 degrees when examining the stomach?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the safety and restraint process for a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the safety and restraint process for a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
Which position is NOT used during the safety and restraint process for a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
Which position is NOT used during the safety and restraint process for a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
What is the recommended fasting period for a dog before a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What is the recommended fasting period for a dog before a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
Which part of the dog's body should be clipped before a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
Which part of the dog's body should be clipped before a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should the assistant do while restraining the dog's head and neck during a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should the assistant do while restraining the dog's head and neck during a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should be done if the dog is aggressive during a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should be done if the dog is aggressive during a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What type of surface should the dog sit or stand on during the lateral position in a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What type of surface should the dog sit or stand on during the lateral position in a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should be worn by the veterinarian during a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
What should be worn by the veterinarian during a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
What should be used to restrain the dog's hindlegs during the lateral position in a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should be used to restrain the dog's hindlegs during the lateral position in a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should the assistant do while gently lifting the dog's hindquarters during the dorsal position in a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should the assistant do while gently lifting the dog's hindquarters during the dorsal position in a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
How should the dog's temperament be evaluated before undertaking a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
How should the dog's temperament be evaluated before undertaking a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should be done if the dog is aggressive during a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should be done if the dog is aggressive during a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What type of space is needed for a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
What type of space is needed for a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
What should be used to restrain the dog during a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should be used to restrain the dog during a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should be monitored during a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
What should be monitored during a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
What should be worn by the veterinarian during a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
What should be worn by the veterinarian during a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen?
What should be done to ensure the dog's comfort during a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
What should be done to ensure the dog's comfort during a routine ultrasound of its abdomen?
Describe the correct positioning and placement of the transducer to examine the ventral abdomen just caudal to the xiphisternum.
Describe the correct positioning and placement of the transducer to examine the ventral abdomen just caudal to the xiphisternum.
What is the recommended technique to identify the pylorus and visualize the fundus and body of the stomach?
What is the recommended technique to identify the pylorus and visualize the fundus and body of the stomach?
How should the transducer be positioned to examine the large intestine?
How should the transducer be positioned to examine the large intestine?
Where is the left kidney located within the abdomen?
Where is the left kidney located within the abdomen?
What is the topographical landmark for the right kidney?
What is the topographical landmark for the right kidney?
Describe the correct positioning and placement of the transducer to examine the spleen.
Describe the correct positioning and placement of the transducer to examine the spleen.
Name three common reasons for undertaking an ultrasound examination of the whole abdomen.
Name three common reasons for undertaking an ultrasound examination of the whole abdomen.
What are some potential abnormalities that can be assessed during an ultrasound examination of the whole abdomen?
What are some potential abnormalities that can be assessed during an ultrasound examination of the whole abdomen?
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Study Notes
Transducers and Examination
- A high-frequency transducer (e.g., 7-10 MHz) is used to examine the small intestine.
- An 8MHz curvilinear transducer is used to examine the spleen.
Kidney Location
- The left kidney is located in the left cranial abdomen, caudal to the spleen.
- The right kidney's topographical landmark is the 13th rib.
Abdominal Examination
- Common reasons for undertaking an ultrasound examination of the whole abdomen include:
- Abdominal pain or distension
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- The transducer should be positioned just caudal to the xiphisternum to examine the ventral abdomen.
- To examine the large intestine, the transducer should be positioned in the left lateral abdomen, angled medially.
- To examine the spleen, the transducer should be placed in the left cranial abdomen, caudal to the ribcage.
Intestine Examination
- When examining the small intestine, observe for:
- Thickness and layering of the intestinal wall
- Presence of gas or fluid
- When examining the large intestine, observe for:
- Thickness and layering of the intestinal wall
- Presence of gas or feces
Stomach Examination
- To visualize the fundus and body of the stomach, position the transducer in the left cranial abdomen, angled medially, and then turn the transducer 90 degrees to examine the entire stomach.
Safety and Restraint
- During a routine ultrasound of a dog's abdomen, the dog should be fasted for 12 hours prior to the examination.
- The dog's abdomen should be clipped before the examination.
- The assistant should hold the dog's head and neck, and the dog's hindlegs should be restrained using a non-slip mat or a bunny wrap.
- If the dog is aggressive, it is recommended to postpone the examination.
- The veterinarian should wear gloves and use a non-slip surface during the examination.
- The dog's temperament should be evaluated before the examination, and the assistant should provide gentle but firm restraint during the examination.
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