Identify the recumbency positions used during horse and cow necropsy, and explain why these

positions are used.


Horses are placed in right lateral recumbency. Right lateral recumbency provides better
access to the stomach and large colon. Cattle are placed in left lateral recumbency. Placing
the left side down prevents the rumen from obscuring other abdominal structures.

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Which statement is true regarding driving in inclement weather?

A) Roads are most hazardous in terms of traction near the end of a rainstorm B) It is best to accelerate when attempting to drive through a large standing puddle C) Roadways typically freeze over sooner than do bridges and overpasses D) Stopping on wet pavement takes approximately twice the distance as stopping on dry pavement

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