Question

this exam is closed - book. before starting, make sure you have studied all of the questions on your previous ct quizzes. question 38 2 pts this equine disease is characterized by the presence of palpable lymph node abscesses near the ventral jaw and adjoining neck, which may open up either externally or internally into the pharynx. the causative bacterial agent is a gram - positive coccus. heaves equine protozoal meningitis strangles chondroids

Explanation:

Strangles in horses is caused by a gram - positive coccus (Streptococcus equi subsp. equi) and is characterized by palpable lymph node abscesses near the ventral jaw and adjoining neck that can open externally or internally into the pharynx. Heaves is a respiratory condition, equine protozoal meningitis is a neurological disorder caused by protozoa, and chondroids are not related to this description.

Answer:

C. Strangles