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Veterinary Technician Exam Practice Questions

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Due to the sensitive nature of a horse’s digestive tract, what clinical sign results from the obstruction of the flow of ingesta through the intestinal tract?
  1. Colic
  2. Volvulus
  3. Rumen torsion
  4. Iliatic stenosis
Explanation
Answer - A - Colic is a clinical sign resulting from the obstruction of the flow of ingesta through the intestinal tract. As distention of the intestinal wall occurs, pain ensues, and a horse will display a variety of behavioral characteristics that are termed colic.
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