Chapter 15 - Emergency Situations

Question 1

True or false: A fracture injury is always obvious because the bone will protrude through the animal’s skin.

Answer 1

False. You may note other signs of a fracture, such as avoiding placing weight on a limb.

Question 2

True or false: Bloat only occurs in ruminants.

Answer 2

False. It can also occur in other species, such as nonhuman primates and dogs.

Question 3

If you find a flooded cage, what steps should you take?

Answer 3

Immediately dry the animals, place in a clean cage with nesting materials, and check for hypothermia.

Question 4

What device can be inserted into the trachea to provide an open airway for the animal in respiratory distress?

Answer 4

Endotracheal tube

Question 5

Who usually establishes emergency procedures for laboratory animal care?

Answer 5

Veterinarian