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What condition commonly results in sea turtles presenting with significant ocular swelling and conjunctivitis?

Ultrasound is the best imaging modality for evaluating bone density in sea turtles.

In sea turtle critical care, it is unnecessary to monitor lactate levels as they do not correlate with prognosis.

What is the first step in a sea turtle physical examination?

Intravenous lipid emulsion therapy is sometimes used in sea turtles to treat suspected toxin exposure.

Loggerhead sea turtles primarily use their front flippers for propulsion and their hind flippers for steering.

Positive pressure ventilation has been shown to improve prognosis in cold-stunned sea turtles.

The five radiographic opacities in descending order of whiteness are metal, bone, soft tissue, fat, and air.

What is a recommended method to minimize stress when handling sea turtles?

What is the first step in treating a sea turtle with a suspected pneumocoelom?