Exotic Animal and Avian Medicine Flashcards
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Which of the following is the correct venipuncture site most commonly used in birds for blood collection?
Answer: Jugular vein
The right jugular vein is the preferred site for blood collection in birds due to its large size and accessibility.
In chelonians (turtles and tortoises), which organ is responsible for uric acid excretion as the primary nitrogenous waste product?
Answer: Kidney
Chelonian kidneys excrete uric acid as the primary nitrogenous waste, an adaptation that conserves water in terrestrial species.
Proventricular Dilatation Disease (PDD) in psittacine birds is caused by which pathogen?
Answer: Avian bornavirus
Avian bornavirus (ABV) is the causative agent of PDD, leading to neurologic signs and impaired proventricular motility in parrots.
What is the most common cause of dysecdysis (retained shed) in snakes?
Answer: Inadequate environmental humidity
Low environmental humidity is the most frequent cause of dysecdysis in snakes, preventing normal shedding of the epidermis.
Which analgesic drug is considered safe and effective for pain management in rabbits and is commonly used post-operatively?
Answer: Meloxicam
Meloxicam, an NSAID, is widely used and considered safe for perioperative analgesia in rabbits at appropriate doses.
In ferrets, which endocrine tumor is extremely common and often causes episodic weakness, ptyalism, and hypoglycemia?
Answer: Insulinoma
Insulinomas (pancreatic beta-cell tumors) are very common in ferrets and cause hypoglycemia, leading to weakness and seizures.