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Used to lift horses around theatre. Ideally electrical. |
Overhead hoist |
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Secured around horses fetlocks to attach to the hoist. |
Hobbles |
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Why should equine patients have good padding during surgery? |
Reduce pressure on muscles and nerves causing neuropathy and myopathy. |
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What happens to equine patients when positions in dorsal recumbancy |
Large stomach and hindgut puts additional pressure onto the lungs reducing oxygen intake per breath. |
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What is the highest risk associated with equine surgery |
Cardiac arrest. Hearts are large and beat slowly. |
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Name 3 positioning aids. |
Trough Sandbags Tape/ties. |
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How do you prep equine feet if surgery involves the hoof? |
Pack the sole and hoof wall. Farriers can trim and rasp 12 hours before. Soak in iodine bandage overnight. |
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General prep of equine hooves |
Scrub hoof walls. Pad out shoes or remove completely. Cover. |
