BIOL 2223 Lecture Notes - Lecture 9: Abdominoplasty, Otoscope, Ophthalmoscopy
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Physical examination a systematic examination of vital signs & all body systems: performed by veterinarian. Diagnostic tools: ophthalmoscope, used to look into eye and asses the retina- the back surface of the eye, otoscope, used to look into ear canal and visualize eardrum (tympanic membrane) What colour: ulcerations , note : a wet nose in dogs- not a valuable indication of health! Any discharge: odour , redness, swelling, parasites. Oral exam: mucous membrane colour, crt, check moistness, dental disease? ( tartar/calculus, gingivitis, cavities/caries, staining, worn down teeth ( dogs especially , fractured teeth, halitosis, swelling/lumps, redness/inflammation. Heart: we listen to heart rate, rhythm, also auscultate lungs sounds while listening to thorax ( normal health animal shouldn"t. Is there a murmur really hear breathing ) Intestines ( gas, pain, fluid, feces : urinary bladder, kidneys palpate in cats, any masses, any fluid, any distention.
