RVT Journal: Volume 45, Issue 2, Article 2 - Reptile Anesthesia

RVT Journal: Volume 45, Issue 2, Article 2 - Reptile Anesthesia

Continuing to learn after achieving RVT status is essential for the individual and the advancement of the profession. RVTs can earn one (1) Continuing Education (CE) credit by reading the CE articles in the RVT Journal, or watching recorded sessions of OAVT presentations, and submitting the successfully completed corresponding quizzes.

If you obtain a score of 8 out of 10 (80%) or higher, you will receive a confirmation email which OAVT members can use as acceptable proof for their online CE record.

1. A body temperature that works well for most reptile species is: *
2. What reptilian characteristic effects anesthesia the least? *
3. A reptilian patient which is bright and alert, but dehydrated, with elevated renal parameters on bloodwork is what ASA status? *
4. What site is appropriate for anesthetics to be injected, if to be given intramuscularly or subcutaneously? *
5. What drug reverses midazolam? *
6. What is the most prominent side effect of inhalant anesthetics? *
7. What is the recommended maximum airway pressure for typical reptile patients? *
8. In which species can a palpebral and corneal reflex not be ascertained? *
9. Target EtCO2 readings between___________ can be achieved by adjusting respiratory rate or tidal volume. *
10. Upon recovery, which reversible drugs are typically not reversed? *