VCS 80920 Small Ruminant/Camelid GI Surgery Quiz
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What is the main role of C2 in the digestive system?

  • To secrete hydrogen and chloride
  • To mimic the function of the reticulum and omasum
  • To function similarly to a monogastric stomach
  • To transit feed that has been reduced in size from C1 to C3 (correct)

    • What is a common complication at the junction between the acid-secreting and non-acid-secreting regions of C3?

  • Ulcers (correct)
  • Mesenteric volvulus
  • Impaction
  • Intussusception

    • What is the definition of colic?

  • A type of intestinal obstruction
  • A symptom of C1 dysfunction
  • Evidence of abdominal pain (correct)
  • A disease causing abdominal pain

    • What is a key feature of clinical signs of colic in this species?

    <p>Infrequent and subtle expression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common outward clinical sign of colic?

    <p>Anorexia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is early diagnosis and intervention crucial in colic cases?

    <p>To increase the chances of success</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the C1 compartment in adult camelids?

    <p>To absorb water and fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common clinical sign of a fractured tooth in camelids?

    <p>Swelling and unilateral nasal discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for removing lateral alveolus in camelids?

    <p>Splitting the tooth with an OB wire saw under general anesthesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between camelid and ruminant digestive systems?

    <p>Method of fermentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the condition characterized by abnormal dilation of the esophagus in camelids?

    <p>Megaesophagus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of observing the animal for an extended period during the diagnostic baseline?

    <p>To identify any changes in behavior that may indicate underlying disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of assessing electrolyte status during the clinical workup?

    <p>To assess the animal's hydration status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of centrifugation-flotation for E.mac, Trichuris, Nematodirus, and capillards?

    <p>To identify parasites in the feces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are NEFA's and triglycerides measured in serum chemistry?

    <p>To identify stressed, anorexic, and hyperglycemic animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of abdominal auscultation during the diagnostic baseline?

    <p>To detect any abnormalities in the abdomen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is the primary concern following surgical intervention for gastric impaction in the study?

    <p>Postoperative ulcers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which anatomical feature is characteristic of the duodenum in the context of the study?

    <p>Absence of a gallbladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of disorders involving the small intestine in the context of the study?

    <p>Tumorigenesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the region of the stomach where a ventral midline approach is preferred for surgical intervention?

    <p>C1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of incision is recommended for suspected duodenal issues in camelids?

    <p>Right paracostal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common post-operative concern in camelids after surgery for small intestine disorders?

    <p>Poor appetite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the surgical procedure that may be required for removing blockages from the small intestine in camelids?

    <p>Enterotomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In camelids, what can be considered in cases of ileal issues or significant adhesions after conventional surgical intervention?

    <p>Repeat laparotomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a cause of extraluminal obstruction in the small intestine of camelids?

    <p>Neoplasia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do pellets begin to form in camelids' colons?

    <p>Proximal spiral colon</p> Signup and view all the answers

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