Lab Info Flashcards
What do we have to consider to be successful in bandaging?
Minimize stress
What is the figure 8 more acceptable used for?
Radius, ulna, metacarpal fractures
How long to leave the bandage or splint will depend on what 3 things?
Age, species, and injury
We should change the splint/bandage as frequently as needed for wound care, physical therapy, and if soiled if not what should be the range when they should be changed?
Weekly
What do we use a Modified robert jones splint for?
Temporary stabilization of distal tibiotarsus or tarsometatarsus
In mammals patients fluids can be given on what routes?
PO, IV, SQ, and IO
What is different in reptile vs avian routes of administration for fluids?
Both: PO, IV, SQ, IO
Reptile: IP and Ice
When the patient is less than what percentage dehydrated it is appropriate to give oral fluids only.
5%
When a patient is mildly dehydrated, what route should we use to provide fluid? How about in severe dehydration?
Mildly: SQ
Severe: IO or IV
What is required for a skyline/cranial caudal radiographic view?
Appropriate radiographic PPE
What are the anatomical positioning for radius vs ulna?
Radius - leading bone
Ulna - bigger
Where are the primary feathers located and if they are injured can the bird be released?
Carpus and distal
No - can’t be released
What ligament is needed for birds to fly?
Patagium ligament
Which bone is really hard to bandage and why?
Femur - they are really tucked up to attach to body
How do we count the digits of the feet of birds?
Medial to lateral and back leg is 1
