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Common Issues of Camelids-French Flashcards

1
Q

Which parasite causes severe anemia and weight loss and is known as the “Barber Pole Worm”?

A

Haemonchus contortus

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How is Haemonchus contortus dx?

A

Fecal float (strongyle eggs)

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T/F: You want to completely eliminate Haemonchus contortus from the camelid population

A

FALSE- immunity, drug resistance and impossible to do

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4
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What could be an important prevention measure for Haemonchus contortus?

A

Pasture rotation

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5
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When should you deworm for Haemonchus contortus?

A

Spring/autumn

1 month prior to parturition

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What FAMACHA rating should you treat for Haemonchus contortus?

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FAMACHA 4 and 5

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What is the best dx method for coccidia?

A

Quantitative fecal float
Centrifugation- floatation for 60 minutes
Large, tear drop shaped egg

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8
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Where would you take a biopsy sample if concerned about Coccidia?

A

Epithelium of jejunum/ileum and cells of lamina propria

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9
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If you have a camelid presenting for neuro signs and acute recumbency…what should be a top differential?

A

Meningeal worm- parelaphostrongylus tenuis

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10
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Where is bicarbonate secreted in the camelid?

A

Ventral saccules of C1 and C2

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11
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How is C3 divided up?

A

First 3/4 is glandular and last 1/4 is acid secreting

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What drug is a prostaglandin-E analogue?

A

Misoprostol

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13
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What drug is a GI protectant?

A

Sucralfate
Bismuth
Magnesium oxide

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14
Q

What drug is a proton pump inhibitor?

A

Omeprazole

Pantoprazole

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What drug is a H2-receptor antagonist?

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Cimetidine
Nizatidine
Ranitidine
Famotidine

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16
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What is the tx of choice for antiulcer medication in llamas?

A

Ranitidine

17
Q

What is an endemic red cell parasite that sits on the cell wall?

A

Mycoplasma haemolamae

18
Q

When should you treat for Mycoplasma haemolamae?

A

When anemia and CS are indicative

use oxytetracycline

19
Q

Which tooth is most commonly affected by tooth root abscess?

A

Mandibular teeth

Hard boney swelling with no draining tract

LAM II-RUSVM COPY (19 decks)

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