Poultry Health Management Flashcards

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering risks, safety practices, and disinfection procedures in poultry health management.

Medication Errors

Wrong dosage or improper use that can poison birds, damage their organs, and leave harmful chemicals in meat and eggs.

Diseases and Infections

Conditions caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites that can lead to poor growth, low egg production, or death.

Poor Sanitation

Dirty cages, litter, and equipment that provide a breeding ground for harmful microorganisms and increase disease risk.

Contaminated Feed and Water

Supplies containing bacteria, mold, or other contaminants that make birds sick and affect productivity.

Overcrowding

Keeping too many animals in a limited space, causing stress and facilitating disease spread through direct contact.

Environmental Stress

Extreme temperatures, poor ventilation, and sudden weather changes that weaken immune systems.

Disease Transmission

The exposure of poultry owners to diseases carried by animals when hygiene and biosecurity measures are not followed.

Financial Losses

Reductions in profit caused by disease outbreaks, high mortality rates, poor production, or rising feed costs.

Parasite Infestations

The presence of mites, lice, and intestinal worms which reduce egg production and feed efficiency.

Safe Storage

Keeping medicines and chemicals in a labeled, safe place away from food, water, and animals to prevent misuse.

Clean Feed and Water

Fresh and nutritious supplies that help birds maintain good health, growth, and strong immunity.

Proper Housing

Clean, dry, and well-ventilated poultry houses that protect birds from harsh weather and harmful gas buildup.

Isolation

Separating infected animals from healthy ones to prevent disease spread and allow for monitoring.

Vaccination Program

A regular schedule of medicine to protect poultry from common diseases and major outbreaks.

Personal Hygiene

Practices like washing hands and wearing clean clothing to prevent transferring diseases between birds and humans.

Waste Removal

The first step of disinfection where manure, feathers, and leftover feed are removed to ensure disinfectant effectiveness.

Approved Disinfectants

Recommended chemicals applied according to instructions to effectively kill harmful microorganisms.

Drying Time

The period after disinfection when surfaces must dry completely to prevent moisture from encouraging bacterial growth.

Withdrawal Period

The practice of stopping medicine before selling meat or eggs to ensure safety from leftover chemicals.

Protective Equipment

Items like masks, gloves, and protective clothing used by workers to avoid contact with waste or chemicals.