PDF-CPR IN THE NEWBORN FOAL

by Robert M Miller DVM miliar with CPR cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the human being Those who are not should become so because lives can be saved with CPR Mand electric shock are alive t. Often, once the foal starts nursing, the mare will relax and accept the foal. If the mare becomes violent towards the foal or if it is perceived that the mare may injure the foal, herself or farm pers 1 Amanda M. House, DVM, DACVIMUniversity of Florida CVM , he does not have any circulating antibodies that can fight off infection. The mare’s first milk or colostrum is rich in antibodies and provides an important source of immunity for the newborn f By: Molly. Table of Contents . Introduction……………………………….. Page 3. Chapter 1: A Foal Is Born Page 4. Chapter 2: Friends Page 5. Ms. sears. Fertilization: Takes place once the sperm cell and the egg join.. Only one egg to one sperm cell. Pregnancy. Average gestation: 330 Days. . about 11 months. Gestation: The length of pregnancy from conception to parturition. WA Newborn Screening ProgramYour newborn baby’s screening testA blood test to screen for genetic conditions GEN-009372 MAY’14 a person with a disability. Produced by the WA Newborn Screening What is the proper care of the mare and foal during and after foaling?. Definitions. Fetus. An unborn offspring of a mammal. Colostrum. The . first secretion from the mammary glands after giving birth, rich in antibodies. Auscultation of the lung fields can be very misleading in newborn foals. Fluid sounds are normal immediately after birth, as are crackles due to simple atelectasis of the dependent lung during latera Making Plans. Broodmares need to be basically healthy in order to be fertile – healthy body condition, good parasite control, etc. . Studies have shown that mares who carry more weight (BCS of 5 or higher), are more fertile, and those that are gaining weight have the best fertility. . Refreshers, Best Practices, and Program Updates. Mission of ISDH Newborn Screening Program. Ensure that every newborn in Indiana receives state-mandated screening for all designated genetic conditions. FOALS. http://www.merricks.com/gif/WL001307.jpg. Some basics. Gestation length: ~. 356 . days (. 320-405 . days. ). & variable from one gestation to the next. Premature: <320 days. Dysmature. Remem ber, every these are just general guidelines *NEVER try to pull the foa !* Pulling can cause damage to the mare’s repro tract, the foal, or prematurely tear the umbilical cord causing t Aims. Test clinical application and ability to justify clinical decision making . Knowledge of disease pathophysiology . Knowledge of the evidence base on which decision are made. References. As with previous cases – reference are not provided but reviewing this evidence is considered useful in your preparation for . How is it done? 1. The newborn is pricked on the heel to draw a few drops of blood. 2. The sample is collected on a bloodspot card.3. The card is sent to the newborn screening lab for testing. Early