_The treatment_ is largely along preventive lines. A predisposition toward
rickets, and injuries, may be prevented by feeding a proper ration, and
permitting the animal to take exercise. The quarters and the attendant are
frequently responsible for injuries. If this is the case, the rough
handling of the animals should be immediately corrected, and any condition
of the quarters that favors the crowding or piling up of animals should be
changed. Large animals may be placed in swings if they are able to support
a part of their weight on the hind limbs. This is especially indicated at
the very beginning of the disorder. Small animals should be given a good
bed. A very light, easily digested ration should be fed. An occasional
physic should be administered. Strychnine and iodide of potassium may be
given. Cold applications to the back are indicated.


QUESTIONS

1. What organs comprise the central portion of the nervous system?
Peripheral portion?

2. Give a general description of the brain.

3. Give a general description of the spinal cord.

4. What is the sympathetic system?

5. Describe the causes and symptoms of congestion of the brain.

6. What is heatstroke? Give the treatment.