You will be able to:
Complete a specific, distant examination of a domestic farm ruminant and its peer group (i.e., herd or flock).
Provide surveillance-level animal health information on the animal in question using terms consistent with an entry-level stockperson. (Provide descriptions of the animals in question associated with distant exam findings.)
Identify features of the animal's environment that may be relevant to the question, “Is this animal normal?”
Describe an observational method for the distant examination of ruminants.
You will be able to achieve the following learning objectives:
Move cattle in a chute effectively.
Use a head gate safely.
Put on a properly sized rope halter.
Tie the halter shank with a quick-release knot while maintaining shank tension.
Correctly restrain the haltered head to a snubbing post using a double half hitch.
Secure the tail by using a quick-release tail tie.
Use the tail jack.
Tie a bowline knot.
Place casting ropes on a cow (demonstration, group activity).
Objectives
You will be able to:
Perform a basic multi-system, entry-level physical exam on an adult bovine in a systematic, safe, efficient, and accurate manner using the most appropriate restraint methods.
Become familiar with physical examination techniques and practice their application.
Techniques include detailed observation, palpation, and auscultation. Rectal examinations may be discussed but not performed.
Begin to gain knowledge of elementary medical records and the importance of filling them out accurately.
4. Complete these tasks:
Examine and assess the specific structures listed on the separate laboratory activities sheet.
Identify the location of the structures examined.
Demonstrate how and where to auscultate the heart.
Identify the lung field borders and the location of the loudest lung sounds.
Identify the location of major abdominal structures beneath the superficial structures.
Determine capillary refill time and interpret the findings.
Describe the breathing of the animal (respiratory rate, character, pattern, depth).
Describe and assess the breathing pattern of the animal.
Complete the specific activities list of tasks for the laboratory.