Changing the narrative: Tools for reducing inappropriate use of antimicrobials for GI conditions in companion animals

Presented by Susan Kilborn DVM, DVSc, Dipl. ACVIM, Lisa Carioto DVM, DVSc, Dipl. ACVIM and Tatjana K. Mirkovic BSc, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM

Continuing education questionnaire

CE credit: 1

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Questions

1. Diarrhea is considered acute if it stops in less than: *
2. True or False. Dietary indiscretion is one of the least common causes of acute diarrhea in dogs. *
3. True or False. Large bowel diarrhea and colitis (inflammation of the colon) are often used interchangeably in dogs and cats. *
4. Chronic enteropathy (CE) is a term used for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases that are present for a duration of ____ or longer, when extraintestinal or intestinal disease such as parasitic or neoplastic disease are ruled out. *
5. Signs of chronic enteropathy in dogs and cats may include. *
6. True or False. The use of fibre in controlling GI disease in dogs and cats is becoming more understood and a key component in the overall health of animals’ microbiome. *
7. Total dietary fibre analysis is a better indicator of fibre in a diet because it takes into account: *
8. True or False. It’s critical to add fibre slowly to a pet’s diet to avoid excess bloating, gas, abdominal distension and discomfort. *
9. Fibre can act as a ____ in a diet or supplement. *
10. New recommendations advise that the first choice for chronic enteropathy and colitis should be: *