Rabbit and Small Furries Revision Questions Flashcards
What does NOT stress out rabbits?
unfamiliar noises
Handling
Having companions
Lack of hiding place
Having companions (answer)
3 ways to minimize stress in rabbits within a practice.
Separate rooms from other animals
Bring companion if have one
Provide hiding places
Bring normal food including bowls/ containers and bedding.
Post operation when should a rabbit be allowed to eat?
0 - 1 hrs after
1-2 hrs after
2- 3 hrs after
3- 4 hrs after
1-2 hrs after (answer)
What are the challenges when a rabbit is under anesthesia? (5)
Depth difficult to monitor
HR not as variable
Trends more valuable than single measurements
Hydration status should be monitored
Better monitor RR.
. True or false? Rabbits should be fasted and have water withheld before anesthesia.
False
Name 2 ways to avoid problems with anaesthesia - Small Furries
Carry out a full history check especially in regards to eating, defecating, demeanour, and body weight changes
Carry out a pre op check and include a chest auscultation
Which small fury is capable of vomiting and should therefore be normally fasted for 2-4 hours?
Ferrets
What is the commonly used pain scale in rabbits?
Grimace
a commonly retained reflex in rabbits even in deep anaesthesia?
Palpebral
rabbits and small furries - what type of recumbency for recovering?
Sternal
what can be done to prevent risks in rabbits and small furries
Preoxygenate
rabbits are obligate blank breathers?
Nasal
stress may trigger what condition in gerbils?
Epilepsy
rabbits have a small what?
Tidalvolume
most drugs used in rabbit and small furry anaesthesia are what?
Unlicensed
