Reptile Restrain for PE Yola体育约拉抑制爬行动物.pptVIP

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Restrain of Reptiles Restraint??? Reptiles husbandry tools Hooks Forceps Probes Use the hook for restraining the head Snakes Grasp behind mandible with thumb and forefinger Or place thumb and middle finger behind occiput with the index finger on top of the head. Support the body with the other hand Restraining venomous snakes Snake transportation Another way to restraint a snake!!!! Lizards When picking up a lizard, pin down the head first then wrap fingers around the neck and pectoral girdle. With the other hand, near the pelvis, hold the legs and tail. Lizard Handling Restraint of a bearded dragon Handling monitors (Varanus) Iguanas Never grab a lizard by its tail Tend to relax when turned upside down Don’t …… A “hands-off” examination of the animal in its enclosure should be performed before a routine “hands-on” examination. Eyes should be clear and free of discharge.The oral cavity should be opened with care because aggressive manipulation can lead to broken teeth, beak (chelonians), or damage to the mucous membranes. A rubber spatula or folded piece of radiographic film or credit card may be gently inserted into the mouth of a lizard or snake to visualize the oral cavity The skin should be clean and free of defects. The limbs should be checked for range of motion and palpated for any skeletal deformities Physical Exam- Lizards Lizards also have no diaphragm, careful not to squeeze the breath out of them. Gila monster and beaded lizards are poisonous. Examine rostral end of animal for evidence of damage due to leaping against glass or nasal discharge. Feel the jaw for softness (evidence of osteodystrophy). If skeletal or soft tissue abnormalities are found- do radiographs. Vago-vagal response Used to temporarily restrain most small lizards and some turtles and tortoises. Apply gentle digital pressure on eyes for a few moments- induces a 20-30 second drop in blood pressure and heart rate. Will remain qu