Pet parents have come to expect and even demand antimicrobials for mild acute GI upset - how can we change the narrative?

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. True or False. The overuse of antimicrobials is only a concern in large animal practice. *
2. True or False. The routine use of antimicrobials does not have any long-term impact on the gut microflora. *
3. True or False. Oral antimicrobials will improve stool quality within hours of use for acute GI upset. *
4. True or False. The use of pro and/or prebiotics may be needed to restore the gut microbiome even after a short course of antimicrobial usage. *
5. True or False. Even the short-term use of antimicrobials may have chronic effects on the gut microbiome for several months. *
6. True or False. Medical grade clays have a beneficial place in the replacement of antimicrobials in the approach to acute GI upset. *
7. True or False. Montmorillonite clay has a large swelling capacity and powerful adsorptive ability. *
8. True or False. Pet parents are looking for more natural approaches in the treatment and care of their pets. *
9. True or False. Antimicrobial overuse is a major concern regarding the increase in nosocomial infections in both human and veterinary medicine. *
10. True or False. Montmorillonite clay has been shown to be effective in cases of chemotherapy-induced GI upset and diarrhea. *