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Veterinary Technician

Category - Critical Care

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Because of increased difficulty in maintaining balance, a horse with a fractured forelimb should be transported in what way?
  1. Facing in the normal direction
  2. Facing in the rear direction
  3. Facing however they appear comfortable when loaded into the trailer
  4. Lying in a recumbent position
Explanation
Answer: B - Because of increased difficulty in maintaining balance, a horse with a fractured forelimb should be transported facing in the rear direction. Additionally, they should be hauled in a slant load or two-horse trailer with intact chest and rear bars to better allow for redistribution of weight off the injured limb.
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