Topic 13 - Examination methods of the visible mucous membranes, their examination in carnivores Flashcards
1
Q
Examination methods of mucous membrane:
A
Inspection
Palpation
Smelling
2
Q
Additional examination methods of mucous membrane:
A
Endoscopy
US, X-ray + contrast
Discharge/secretions: quantity, quality, microbiology and cytology
3
Q
Which of the mucous membranes are visible, and therefore need to be examined?
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- Conjunctiva
- Oral
- Nasal
- Anal
- Genital
4
Q
Which parameters to examine on the mucous membrane:
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- Colour
- Moisture (check mucous, quantity and quality)
- Membrane vessels (check for haemorrhages)
- Surface (check lesions, smoothness)
- Capillary refil time
5
Q
Normal colour of mucous membranes:
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Light pink, can be pigmented
6
Q
Normal moisture of mucous membrane:
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Shiny and moist
7
Q
Normal surface of mucous membrane:
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Smooth and intact
The conjunctiva = moderately ruffled and symmetrical on both sides
8
Q
Normal membrane vessels of mucous membrane:
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Can be slightly visible
9
Q
Normal CRT of mucous membrane:
A
<2 (less than 2)
