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IV anesthesia is safely used for how long in horses?

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Up to 1 hour

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What are the contributing factors for mortality from anesthesia in horses?

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Age
Duration of surgery
Drugs used for sedation
Inhalants

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Preanesthetics must induce:

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a state of calmness

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What two arrhythmias are common in horses?

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AV Block (1st and 2nd)
A-fib

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What is an acceptable amount of time to fast a horse before anesthesia?

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4-6 hours in general
Some need up to 24-48 hours

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What are the three commonly used groups of anesthetics used for standing sedation and premedication?

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Alpha2- agonists
Phenothiazines
Opioids

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The two most common Alpha-2s used are:

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Xylazine, Detomidine

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Alpha-2 agonists cause 3 main effects, which are:

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Sedation
Muscle relaxation
Analgesia

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Peak effect of alpha-2 agonists occurs _____ minutes after IM injection or _____ minutes after IV injection

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10-15 minutes; 3-5 minutes

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T/F: Xylazine is more potent than Detomidine (Dormosedan)

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FALSE
Dorm is more potent

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Two of the main side effects of using Alpha-2s for sedation is:

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Colic (GI dysmotility)
Increased urination

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What are the potential reversal agents for Alpha-2 agonists?

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Yohimbine, Atipemazole, Tolazoline

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What should you always hold onto for horses sedated with alpha-2s?

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The Halter

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Oral detomidine takes how long to kick in?

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~45 minutes

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What is the protocol for delivering a Detomidine CRI for standing sedation procedures >20 minutes (lacerations, laser surgery, thoracoscopy) for a 1,000 lb. horse?

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  1. 3mg Detomidine IV
  2. 12mg Detmodine in 250mLs NaCL
  3. Adjust rate up or down as needed throughout procedure
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The most common phenothiazine used in horses is:

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Acepromazine

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What are the characteristics of using Acepromazine as sedation in horses? (4)

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  1. Onset 15-30 minutes
  2. Duration 6-10 hours
  3. Minimal muscle relaxation & ataxia
  4. No analgesia
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What are the potential side effects of using acepromazine?

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-Priaprism (caution in breeding stallions)
-Hypotension

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Which sedative class is more effective when used in conjunction with dissociatives?

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Alpha-2 agonists

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What are the 3 main opioids used in equine sedation protocols?

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Butorphanol
Morphine
Transdermal Fentanyl

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Why do we give opioids in addition to tranquilizers?

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Opioids can cause excitement when given alone

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What are the common drugs/classes used for induction and total IV anesthesia (TIVA)?

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Dissociatives (Ketamine, Telazol)
Benzodiazepines (Midazolam, Diazepam)
Propofol

23
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Which drug class causes muscle relaxation during induction and TIVA?

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Benzodiazapines

24
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Use of dissociatives results in a smoother induction and recovery when used in conjunction with:

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Alpha-2 Agonists

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The duration of Ketamine/Alpha-2 anesthesia is approximately:
15-20 minutes
26
When giving Xylazine and Ketamine together, the dose should be ______ IV for Xylazine and ______ IV for Ketamine
1 mg/kg (2 mg/kg if IM) 2 mg/kg
27
Adding what drug to xylazine and ketamine causes smoother induction & more muscle relaxation?
Diazepam (0.02-0.1 mg/kg IV)
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What is a potential negative side effect when using Telazol for anesthesia?
Prolonged/rough recovery when used with Xylazine
29
Telazol is the brand name for the combination of which two drugs, and what is the appropriate dosage?
Tiletamine & Zolazepam 1-2 mg/kg IV
30
TKD is short-hand for:
Telazol-Ketamine-Detomidine
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How do we prepare TKD for anesthesia and what is the dose?
-Reconstitute Telazol powder with 4mL Ketamine and 1 mL Detomidine -3mL/550 kg horse
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What is the onset/recovery time for TKD?
Recumbency in 1 minute; sternal in 36 minutes/standing in 40 minutes
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T/F: TKD alone is sufficient anesthesia for surgery
FALSE Do not use alone for surgery
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What are the "muscle relaxant" drugs/drug classes?
Guaifenesin Benzodiazepines
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Guaifenesin does not induce _____ and has no _____
Unconsciousness, analgesia
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What are the signs of Guaifenesin overdose (~200 mg/kg)?
Extension of forelimbs Labored breathing Resp/cardiac arrest
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What are the two main benzodiazepenes used in horses?
Diazepam, Midazolam
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When are Benzodiazepenes used alone?
Young foals
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Which Benzo is appropriate for IM use?
Midazolam- water soluble
40
Propofol is often limited in equine medicine because:
COST (need large quantities)
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What limits the usefulness of Propofol in the field?
Respiratory depression
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What other drugs can decrease the dose needed of propofol?
Guaifenesin, Ketamine
43
What are the best methods to prolong xylazine/ketamine anesthesia?
1. Give 1/3 to 1/2 xylazine and ketamine 2. Add Guaifenesin/Ket or GKX 3. Use Detomidine first instead of xylazine 4. Give 1/4-1/2 ketamine & valium
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What is a "Triple Drip?"
Guaifenesin Ketamine Xylazine
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How do we make a "triple drip" solution?
1L 5% Guaifenesin + 500mg xylazine + 1-2g Ketamine
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When is triple drip most commonly used?
Induction in foals
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Signs of triple drip overdose is most similar to:
A horse in light anesthetic plane
48
Why is it important to remove a halter during anesthesia?
Avoid facial nerve paralysis
49
What 3 eye signs can indicate a light plane of anesthesia?
Brisk palpebral Tearing Occasional nystagmus
50
As a horse gets lighter in their anesthetic plane, their HR ______ while respiratory rate _______
HR remains static, RR becomes more rapid and forceful
51
Healthy horses can tolerate hypoxia for up to:
45-60 minutes
52
Most injuries during anesthesia occur during __________, and injuries are more common when:
Induction/Recovery Horse tries to stand too early
53
Techniques for recovering a horse in the field:
-Remove debris -Tail assist -Good footing -Cover eyes with cloth -Cotton in ears -Prevent horse from gaining too much momentum

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