(185) Colic in the Pre-Partum Mare

1. Which of the following options is thought to be a sign of fetal distress or severe fetal compromise?

A. Fetal bradycardia

B. Persistent fetal tachycardia

C. Fetal heart rate of 90 beats per minute with regular rhythm

D. Fetal inactivity for 30% of exam

E. Uteroplacental thickness of 10 mm

2. Which one of the following is a risk factor for pregnancy loss in the colicky pregnant mare?

A. Gestation of 120-150 days

B. Gestation of 150-270 days

C. Duration of colic < 4 hours

D. Maternal age > 15 years old

E. Non-strangulating intestinal disease

3. Which of the following is a complication associated with hydropsical conditions in the mare?

4. Which of the following options is NOT a technique for correction of uterine torsion in the mare?

A. Flank laparotomy under general anesthesia

B. Flank laparotomy with standing sedation

C. Ventral midline celiotomy

D. Rolling with a plank in the flank under general anesthesia

E. Derotation of fetus per vaginum

5. Which statement is TRUE about abdominal wall disruptions in pregnant mares?

A. Donkeys are predisposed to abdominal wall disruption.

B. Ventral body wall disruption and prepubic tendon rupture are easy to differentiate from each other.

C. The prognosis for return to function is good following prepubic tendon rupture.

D. Emergency c-section is the best option to save the foal.

E. Older multiparous mares, twin pregnancies and hydrops are predisposing factors for abdominal wall disruption.

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