FAN Exam 2 questions with correct answers

What is the function of carbohydrates? Energy and basic metabolism ___________ is a major source of carbs? a. food b. plants c. flowers d. sugar b. plants What are 5 sources of fiber? - Sugar - Starches - Hemicellulose - Cellulose - Lignin Can lignin be digested easily? No, use fermentation What is the function of proteins? Structural, enzymes, carry oxygen What is the function of lipids? Structural (cell membranes) and energy storage What is the main product of the rumen? VFA's (Volatile Fatty Acids) Rumen function? Fermentation Reticulum function? Regurgitation Omasum function? Controls passage of digesta and squeezes water out Abomasum function? Acid secretion (true stomach) What is the primary site of fiber digestion in equines? Large intestine What is the primary site of absorption in swine? Small intestine Scours is referred to as "_______ _______________" and is a major cause of death in the first few __________ of life "Calf Enteritis" and weeks What are the 2 main cause of death in calvs with Scours? Dehydration and acidosis What are treatments and prevention for Scours? Treatment: IV fluids and electrolytes, do not stop feeding milk! Prevention: Colostrum asap after birth, immunize dam before calving, good hygine Should you give antibiotics as a treatment for Scours? No! Their GI tract is already so messed up you don't want to make it worse Clinical signs, treatments, and prevention of Coccidia? Signs: Diarrhea Treatment: Hygiene, antibiotics Prevention: Feed additives and hygiene What is the common name for Dermatophytosis and what is the organism? Ringworm, Trichophyton verrucosum