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Dr. Smith visits a farm to perform vaccines and routine procedures on a horse. Which restraint equipment should be used? - ansHalter and lead Which is an incorrect way to pick up a cat? - ansHold the front two legs and let the back legs hang free Which is an example of psychological restraint? - ansTapping the head with a pen Max the German Shepherd is at the clinic today for vaccinations. Upon entering the exam room the veterinarian notices that Max has his ears back and is baring his teeth. What behavior is Max exhibiting? - ansAggression What is the primary concern when restraining a rabbit? - ansIf the rear legs are not held properly the rabbit can break its back attempting to kick A cat needs to be restrained to check vital signs. Less-is-more restraint has been tried, but more restraint is needed. What is the term for the base of the neck where the skin is elastic and easy to grab for increased restraint application? - ansScruff What is this restraint tool? - ansBasket muzzle Which describes how a towel may be used best as a restraint tool? - ansWrap up an angry cat When applying a gauze muzzle to an aggressive dog, which is an important consideration prior to its application? - ansLength of the gauze When restraining an irritated cat for jugular venipuncture, what technique is most effective? - ansTuck the hind legs under your elbow with the front feet restrained in one hand and the head in the other What must you always have control of when restraining a patient? - ansHead and body Which is the most appropriate type of restraint device for cows? - ansCattle chute Which item is not a required part of the veterinary assistant uniform? - ansJewelry When presenting an estimate to an owner in an exam room, which type of language is appropriate? - ansMedical terminology and layman's terms When is it appropriate to take photos of patients for hospital use? - ansDepends on hospital policy When is it appropriate to use cell phones during work hours? - ansDepends on hospital policy The assistant helps with an outpatient vaccine appointment for a 10 week old bulldog puppy and thinks the puppy is adorable. Which behavior is NOT acceptable? - ansPost a selfie with the puppy on personal social media Mr. Williams has arrived for his dog Sam's vaccination appointment. While walking to the exam room, Mr. Williams asks why the client who just left was crying. How should Mr. Williams' assistant answer the question? - ansApologize and tell Mr. Williams that other patients cannot be discussed with clients, friends, or those not involved with the case The veterinary assistant takes a message from Mrs. Jones, along with her contact information, who wants to know the results of Missy's lab work. Who should receive this message? - ansVeterinarian Maddy, a new feline patient, has an appointment for vaccines. Her owner does not remember which vaccines she has had. What information is needed before the assistant can call the previous veterinary clinic to request vaccination records? - ansPatient and owner name
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A new patient presents for a dental cleaning. Proof of Rabies vaccine is required, which the owner does not have. What protocol should be followed? - ansContact the previous clinic and request proof of vaccination The tone of voice is the second most important part of communication. When speaking with a client, what tone of voice should be used? - ansEven pitch and empathetic Rocky, a 6 month old boxer, was neutered today at the hospital. His procedure is complete and his owner needs to be contacted with an update. Which method of communication is most appropriate when contacting an owner to provide an update? - ansPhone The veterinary assistant does not know the answer to a client's emailed question. What is the most appropriate course of action? - ansPrint the email, consult with the veterinarian, and respond with the information in a timely manner Every interaction should show respect for the other person. Which action does not show respect?
- ansUsing closed gestures The clinic has been treating "Hank", a Heeler mix, for eating garbage. The owner's mother, whose name is not on the medical record, calls to find out what is going on with the dog. What information is she given? - ansMedical information can only be given to the owner Which animal is most vulnerable to severe spinal cord damage when handled improperly? - ansRabbit Which is the best way to handle a difficult client that is angry about their bill? - ansListen to their complaint, sympathize with their situation and communicate the details of their bill Which defines ethics? - ansThe system of moral principles that determines appropriate behavior and actions within a specific group A co-worker is observed aggressively pulling on a dog with a slip leash until its front legs are up off the ground and the dog flips over backward. What action should be taken? - ansReport the event immediately to the nearest supervisor or DVM Jane is a veterinary assistant. At dinner she told her friend about her favorite patient Rex Jones that came into the clinic for vomiting, and she shared the treatment that was performed. Jane is in violation of which ethical practice? - ansConfidentiality Which scenario would be considered an unethical treatment of a hospitalized animal? - ansNot providing fresh water and food as ordered The receptionist in the clinic has verbalized a religious belief of not being able to view a particular species of reptile. Since the afternoon appointment is for this species, what can be done to accommodate both the receptionist and the client? - ansHave another employee serve the client with the reptile According to the Arizona State Statutes for Ethical Practices, who is the only person that can make recommendations for a pet's care? - ansVeterinarian The veterinary assistant forgot to give medication to a hospitalized patient. It is 4 hours later than the scheduled time. What should the assistant do? - ansExplain to the veterinary technician or the veterinarian what happed and seek their advice A client has a 4-H chicken that is treated as a family member with a wound that needs antibiotic therapy. What item required on the drug label may need to be explained to prevent the client
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Per Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, which icon should be displayed on a refrigerator to store medications? - ansNo food allowed A technician is caring for a dog with leptospirosis, a bacterial disease that survives in the urine and is harmful to people. The dog's urine needs to be discarded. What protocol should be followed? - ansDouble bag the closed off bag and discard it in the biohazard container An evacuation drill is performed in the clinic. Following protocol, after leaving through the nearest exit what is the next step? - ansMeet at the designated meeting point for a head count The clinic was recently remodeled. It has an automated external defibrillator (AED) and five fire extinguishers, and evacuation and safety diagrams were updated due to the remodel. How should this information be disseminated to the employees? - ansDesignate the location of the AED and extinguishers on a diagram and conduct safety drills The veterinary assistant is setting up a urinalysis when the fire alarm goes off. What should she do? - ansStop what she is doing and head to the nearest exit The veterinary assistant observes a new co-worker preparing to take a dog out of a kennel. He knows the dog is often aggressive. What is the most appropriate response to the situation? - ansStop the coworker and inform her of the patient's behavioral history According to the CDC, in the general healthcare setting, what is the most important factor in hand washing and sanitizing to prevent patient or self exposure to contamination? - ansPrompt timeliness before and after at risk contact What does OSHA stand for? - ansOccupational Safety and Health Administration What does MSDS stand for? - ansMaterial Safety Data Sheet Why is the EPA involved in the removal of medical waste? - ansTo ensure the safety of the environment What information should be included on an OSHA container label? - ansFlammability Which type of gloves are not recommended for working with chemicals that are used in the veterinary facility? - ansVinyl After handling an infectious patient, which course of action is most appropriate? - ansRemove gloves, wash hands, dry with a paper towel, apply new gloves before moving on to the next patient A patient is presented for nystagmus, ataxia, and a head tilt. What body system is most likely being affected? - ansNervous system Abnormal findings on the skin must be documented in the medical record. In which body system would this abnormality be documented? - ansIntegumentary system The integumentary system is composed of which organs and/or structures? - ansHair, skin, nails What is the name of the movement of a muscle that is under control of the animal? - ansVoluntary What principal artery carries oxygenated blood to other smaller blood vessels? - ansAorta The purpose of the circulatory system is to distribute blood through the body, oxygenate the blood, and return the blood back to the heart. What vessels return blood to the heart? - ansVeins Which body system keeps infectious microorganisms out of the body? - ansImmune system What is the term used to describe the inability to breathe? - ansApnea
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Which organ is known as the "voice box" and is loaded in the upper respiratory system? - ansLarynx What is the name of the ruminant stomach compartment that breaks down roughages by using bacteria and protozoa? - ansRumen What is the name of the hormone that promotes reabsorption of water from collecting in the kidneys? - ansAntidiuretic What structure is used for filtering waste from the blood, balancing fluids, and forming urine? - ansKidney The nervous system is composed of which structures? - ansNeurons, spinal cord, brain What is the name of the chemical that travels from a gland to deliver a message to the target tissue? - ansHormones What portion of the brain is responsible for producing certain metabolic processes and other activities of the autonomic nervous system and endocrine system? - ansHypothalamus What is the name of the organ that produces male gametes? - ansTestes Which male reproductive structure is responsible for the storage of sperm? - ansEpididymis The sensory system is responsible for processing smell, taste, touch, hearing and site. What part of the sensory system reacts to the physical stimulus in the environment? - ansReceptors What body system uses antibodies to fight against specific antigens? - ansImmune Which dog breed is classified as brachycephalic? - ansEnglish bulldog Feline injection site sarcomas are primarily associated with which two vaccines? - ansFeLV and rabies vaccines Which one of the following problems is often associated with gastric dilation/volvulus in dogs - ansSplenic torsion A patient presents to the animal hospital and is observed walking in circles, often tripping, and lacking balance. What sign is the patient exhibiting? - ansAtaxia Sampson is a 10 year old Miniature Dachshund presenting to the emergency hospital for respiratory distress. When taking Sampson's vitals his mm are discovered to be a bluish-gray color. Which is most likely the cause of bluish-gray mm? - ansOxygenation issues A client visits the clinic to inquire about protein percentage requirements for cats. What is the acceptable percentage? - ans30% Which characteristic is not true about a virus? - ansTreated with antibiotics Malassezia is commonly found in canines with Otitis Externa. What type of microorganism is this? - ansFugus Which microorganism is characterized by being one-celled, comparatively larger, and treated with antibiotics? - ansBacteria Which disease commonly affects puppies and is characterized by lethargy, inappetance, vomiting, and hemorrhagic diarrhea? - ansParvovirus Why is rabies listed as a zoonotic disease? - ansIt is a disease that people can get from animals Which animal is particularly vulnerable to vitamin C deficiency (scurvy) - ansGuinea pig What is another name for jaundice? - ansIcterus What is wrong with this foal? - ansIcterus Which animal cannot normally regurgitate or vomit? - ansHorse
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Which describes why it is important for veterinary assistants to understand each position and task in the flow of the practice? - ansAllow assistants to anticipate material preparation and work to be done Focusing on customer service is imperative to all positions. In veterinary medicine, which is the customer? - ansThe client Professional appearance is imperative to how a hospital is perceived by a client. Veterinary assistants must consider professional grooming when working in a veterinary hospital. Which must be considered? - ansPatient, personal safety, potential for disease transmission, and highly physical nature of veterinary medicine. You are helping to conduct yearly inventory and have one unopened box of the suture in the picture. How many packets of this suture type will you enter into the computer system? - ans Which bandage material would be considered the primary layer? - ansTelfa pad When reconstituting the freeze dried, powder portion of a vaccine it is important to: - ansUse on the amount of the diluent provided by the manufacturer to reconstitute to powder Which is the most commonly used device to prevent self mutilation and tearing of a bandage? - ansElizabethan collar The assistant is helping the technician with hospitalized patients. After taking Patient A out for a walk, where is the information documented? - ansProgress notes Spot is 2 hours post-op after a neuter procedure. The veterinarian asked the assistant to take Spot outside to relieve himself. Upon their return, what should be documented in the medical chart? - ansBM, urination, attitude The veterinarian asks the assistant to feed a hospitalized patient 1 cup of dry, bland food. After placing the food in the kennel the patient quickly ate it all. What should be noted in the medical chart? - ansAmount fed, amount consumed, time given Max Martin is hospitalized for renal insufficiency. At 3pm his attitude needs to be recorded on his treatment sheet. Max is lying in right lateral recumbency. He responds to sound by moving his eyes, but he does not move his head. How would Max's mentation be recorded? - ansLateral Which is true when determining the gender of a small animal? - ansThe anogenital distance in the female is decreased The veterinary assistant is expected to determine and record required criteria during the patient's visit to the clinic such as temperature, respiration, mucous membrane color, and weight. What else would the veterinary assistant notate? - ansDate of birth, capillary refill time, pulse What characteristics are referred to as TPR? - ansTemperature, pulse, respiration While getting a history on a cat the assistant noticed open-mouthed breathing. What is the appropriate action to take? - ansTell the owner the cat is being taken to the treatment area and notify the veterinarian What feline disease should a patient have negative results before a vaccine is administered? - ansFeline Leukemia Virus Which are two core canine vaccines? - ansDHPP, Rabies To what anatomical location is a rabies vaccine administered in a feline? - ansRight rear leg A 9 week old puppy just received his DHPP. When will the next booster be due? - ans3 wks How long are vaccines good for once reconstituted? - ans1 hrs
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While the inventory manager is out, a box arrives with vaccines on cold packs. What should be done to manage this shipment? - ansPlace the vaccines in the medication refrigerator as specified, and tag with a note of the arrival date and time, place the packaging slip in the inventory manager's area Which team member must sign a rabies certificate following the rabies vaccination? - ansVeterinarian A 6 month old Shih Tzu was spayed today. Which certificate is prepared for the owner as proof of the procedure? - ansSterilization When discharging a patient, what does not need to be verified as completed before the veterinary assistant releases the patient? - ansThe veterinarian has finished writing in the patient's medical record A three-year old intact male Lhasa Apso presents with the problem shown below bilaterally. What test would you do to confirm a diagnosis of keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eyes)? - ansSchirmer tear test What is a nosocomial infection? - ansan infection acquired in a hospital Which correctly explains triage of emergency patients? - ansSorting of patients into groups depending on their need for immediate intervention Which can be used to assist the veterinary team in determining proper growth and condition of a dog or cat? - ansBody condition score Observing a patient includes which senses? - ansVisual, auditory, olfactory Nosocomial infections are: - ansAcquired by a patient during hospitalization In hospitalized patients the vital signs are taken and recorded as part of the observation by the veterinary assistant. What other data is to be observed and recorded for hospitalized patients? - ansAppetite, urination/defecation, and patient attitude Which is/are a factor in influencing patient feeding and appetite in a hospital setting? - ansAge of patient, additional nutritional requirements due to illness, and effect of illness on appetite Who can catheter placement be performed by? - ansThe veterinarian or technician only Cats smell their food more than they taste it. What will help when feeding cats with nasal congestion? - ansHeating the food Which are two easy methods to increase palatability of food for hospitalized patients? - ansheat and water Why should an animal be fed slowly when force feeding is recommended by the veterinarian? - ansAspiration A patient needs supplemental heat therapy and the veterinarian would like to use a water blanket. What type of water is used to refill the blanket? - ansdistilled water Veterinary medicine includes: - ansmedicine, business, customer service A cat has been hospitalized for chemotherapy treatment. Which container should the urine and fecal matter be disposed into? - anschemotherapy waste A four-year-old Bichon has come into the hospital for a recheck exam after being treated for a Staphylococcal skin infection. On the medical record the doctor noted that the current problem, a skin fold yeast infection, is iatrogenic. What is an iatrogenic problem? - ansCondition caused by the diagnostics or therapy
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An out of state emergency clinic requests medical records for a patient that is currently in critical condition at the hospital. How soon do records need to be sent? - ansWithin the hour Patients who are deceased are often cremated. Where should the patient's remains be stored until they are picked up by the cremation service? - ansDesignated cold storage Mrs. Smith is here today to euthanize her cat Felix. She has elected to cremate Felix but she does not want the ashes back. Which term refers to a pet's remains being cremated with other pets? - ansCommunal During the grief process, when might intervention by a professional be needed? - ansDepression Which statement is not true about euthanasia? - ansEuthansia can be performed prior to consent being signed What should be placed under a pet that is about to be euthanized in the exam room - ansblanket Sasha is a 6 year old Cocker Spaniel who is being treated for an ear infection. The doctor is explaining how to medicate Sasha's ears to her owner. What is not an important factor for the owner to remember? - ansSasha may rub her ears on the couch Merlin, a 9 year old Schnauzer, has been coughing. Merlin has not been to the clinic for a year and a half. The owner calls to have medication prescribed, but does not want an appointment. What guideline determines the doctor's decision to decline medication without an appointment? - ansVeterinary client patient relationship Feline injection site sarcomas are primarily associated with which two vaccines? - ansFeLV and rabies vaccines Which scheduled drug class has potential for severe addition (such as morphine), and refills are not allowed? - ansSchedule II What organization provides the veterinarian with a controlled substance license? - ansDrug Enforcement Administration Which statement is true for controlled drugs? - ansControlled drugs must legally be stored behind two locks Which type of drug would a veterinarian prescribe for an ear infection? - ansOtic What type of drug is most commonly prescribed for arthritic pain? - ansAnti-inflammatory When reconstituting the freeze dried, powder portion of a vaccine it is important to: - ansUse only the amount of the diluent provided by the manufacturer to reconstitute to powder Which list has four correct parts of a dispensing drug label? - ansMedication name, number of refills, date filled, patient name Sassy, a 13 year old FS DSH has been hospitalized for hepatic lipidosis. According to Sassy's treatment plan, she is to receive 15ml of Lactated Ringers Solution per hour. While performing treatment room duties, Sally's infusion pump begins to alarm. The infusion pump's visual display notes there is an occlusion. What would not be the cause of an occlusion? - ansAir within the line of the infusion set Dr Smith needs assistance in administering 100mls of SC fluids to Buddy. What restraint is preferred to complete the procedure? - ansStanding restraint How long are vaccines good for once reconstituted? - ans1 hrs When a capsulated medication is sent home with a patient, which route of administration would be used? - ansPO
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What is the most common route for vaccine administration in dogs and cats? - ansSC Which statement is false for over-the counter drugs? - ansThey must be prescribed by a doctor Which statement is true for medication expiration dates? - ansExpired medication can lead to financial loss for a veterinary practice To what anatomical location is a rabies vaccine administered in a feline? - ansRight rear leg Which statement is false regarding expiration dates on medications? - ansExpired medication can always be used Dr Smith has asked that subcutaneous fluids be administered to Snickers. Dr Smith wants LRS 500mls. If the bag is at 900mls when administered, what should the bag read when finished? - ans400mls A client requests a refill of a patient's medication that is approved. Where in the medical record is the refill notated? - anspharmacy notes A shipment of drugs has arrived that needs to be shelved. What characteristic determines which bottle of medication is placed towards the front for ease of access? - ansexpiration date Assistance is needed with the removal of an IV catheter. Which supplies will need to be gathered? - ansBandage scissors, gauze square, vet wrap A veterinary assistant is filling an in-house prescription of antibiotics and notices the drug expired 2 weeks ago. What should he do? - ansNotify the doctor and advise the client that he can receive a written order to have the drug filled elsewhere Dr Smith is hospitalizing Garfield for IV fluids and antibiotics to be administered every 8 hours with the 1st dose given at 12PM. What are the times of the next two doses? - ans8pm and 4am Which method is not used to encourage a patient to swallow a tablet or capsule? - ansPutting dry kibble into the patient's mouth When administering oral liquids, which condition should the assistant try to prevent? - ansAspiration When administering liquid medication, where should the syringe tip be placed to encourage swallowing? - ansToward the back of the mouth near the upper and lower molars When removing an IV catheter, the assistant placed a pressure bandage that must be monitored and removed in a timely manner. Not doing so may cause the patient's leg to swell and become painful if it is left on too long. What is a concern with regards to monitoring and removing a pressure bandage? - ansNot giving the owner a time for pressure bandage removal A cockatoo has been prescribed 10 mg of Supercillin, s.i.d. PO for 10 days. How often does the bird get medicine each day? By what route? - ansOnce a day, by mouth What is one of the most common short-term side effects about which you should advise an owner when dispensing glucocorticoides like prednisone to a dog? - ansIncrease drinking and urinations How many cc of 5% Ultra-mycin should you give PO for 44 lb. dog, if the dose is 50 mg/kg? - ans20ml After removing an IV catheter, how long should a pressure bandage remain on the patient? - ans5-10 mins A rare Albanian hairy iguana has been prescribed "Iggy-cote" medicated shampoo q.o.d. for dandruff. - ansfour times a day
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A surgical repair of a patent ductus arteriosus was performed via thoracotomy in a four-month- old Labrador puppy. In recovery, the puppy is found in his cage, crying and whining. His breaths are short and fast. When a technician attempts to comfort him, he tries to get away, cowers in the corner, and cries louder. Which of the following is the best explanation of this scenario? - ansThis puppy is painful, pain management is inadequate What is an intussusception? - ansA segment of the intestine invaginates into the lumen of an adjacent segment of intestine When is the best time to refill the vaporizer in an anesthetic machine in a small animal hospital?
- ansWhen the fewest people are in the clinic What is a lumpectomy? - ansRemoval of a mass or lump During post-surgical recovery from a routing ovariohysterectomy in a dog the patient becomes apneic. What does this mean? - ansPatient stopped breathing The owner of a newly adopted four-month-old female intact kitten wants to know the main benefits of spaying her cat, besides preventing new litters of more kittens. What is a principle benefit of early spaying and neutering of a cat before six months of age? - ansDecreases risk of malignant mammary gland tumors Why is it acceptable for an animal to rebreathe exhaled gasses in a closed or semi-closed anesthesia circuit? - ansExhaled gasses pass through a CO2 absorbent canister In assisting with the recovery of an anesthetized patient, after the cuff has been deflated and the endotracheal tube untied, when can a patient's endotracheal tube be safely removed? - ansAfter the patient has swallowed two to three times When referring to suture material, which size material is the finest/smallest? - ans4- Which is the proper method when performing a surgical scrub preparation on a patient? - ansThe surgical prep should begin at the incision site and progress outward to the perimeter Which would be considered the proper position for a patient for an ovariohysterectomy? - ansventral-dorsal Upon recovery, an anesthetized patient's heart rate is dropping steadily and the patient has stopped breathing. What is the 1st thing you should do? - ansNotify your attending veterinarian or credentialed technician You are opening the sterile surgical pack for the doctor. Which direction does the last tab you open go? - ansAway from the patient A surgical pack has become wet once after it was put away. What should you do? - ansRepackage and resterilize Which change to the blood chemistry can occur if you leave a blood sample sitting too long prior to spinning it down and separating the serum from the cells? - ansGlucose decreases The doctor asked the assistant to prepare and stain a blood smear. This is typically done with Diff Quick stain. What is the proper name and order of this staining technique? - ansFixative, eosinate, polychrome blue Which choices correctly name the types of leukocytes found in this image of a blood smear from a horse? - ansA basophil and a lymphocyte When preparing a urine sediment for staining, one sample will be prepared without stain and one with stain. What is the major concern about urine sediment stains? - ansContaminants
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The hospital has an extensive section of in-house lab testing equipment. Which blood test cannot be run in house? - ansDistemper titer When the hospital receives lab results on a patient, where should these results be recorded? - ansIn the patient's medical record A lab sample has been prepared to go out to the reference lab. Where is this documented to ensure the results are received and recorded? - ansLaboratory log Which can cause a condition known as cutaneous larval migrans? - ansRoundworm Which restraint position is most appropriate when asked to restrain for cephalic blood draw? - anssitting The doctor has ordered a CBC and chemistry panel for the patient. Which two tubes should be prepared? - ansEDTA and serum separator The blood sample that has been prepared for testing is a SST. After spinning it down, what is the separated liquid portion of the sample called? - ansSerum Mrs. Jones is going to bring in a fecal sample for Spot's appointment on Tuesday. What is the proper way to collect and store this sample? - ansCollect no more than 24 hours prior to the appointment and store in refrigerator A fecal floatation has been prepared for analysis. What is the minimum amount of time the sample should sit before the results are read? - ans10 mins When preparing a fecal smear, which solution is not used? - anssedi-stain Dr Smith is going to perform a post mortem exam on a feline patient. What is the proper term for this procedure? - ansNecropsy Samantha is a 3 year old Bloodhound that presented to the hospital for neurologic issues following an incident with a skunk. Dr. Johnson is concerned Samantha may be exhibiting signs of rabies. Who can handle patients that might have rabies? - ansPersonnel who have been vaccinated for rabies Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) is used to measure the function of what on a blood chemistry panel?
- ansKidney function and hydration Which method of urine collection involves catching a urine sample midstream while walking the patient? - ansVoided In performing a gross examination of a canine urine sample, which color is normal? - ansyellow Which vessel is most appropriate for collection of a large blood sample? - ansJugular What is the total serum protein level in a dog with an albumin of 4.0 g/dl and a globulin level of 3.5 g/dl? - ans7.5 g/dl What is the primary use of formaldehyde/formalin in veterinary practice? - ansTissue specimen preservative A six-month-old mixed breed dog is presented with a focal area of alopecia with comedones. A skin scraping is shown below. Which one of the following choices is the most likely diagnosis? - ansDemodicosis Which animal normally has cloudy urine and why? - ansHorses; calcium carbonate crystals What color is icteric serum? - ansyellow What color do gram-negative bacteria appear on a gram-stained microscopic slide? - ansred
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The cat needs radiographs and the owner wants to assist in calming the cat. Which technique will best manage this situation? - ansThe client cannot be present, chemical restraint can be used to position the cat What are the three most important factors to remember for radiation safety? - ansTime, distance, shielding Which one of these contrast media is radiolucent? - ansAir Which may cause a radiograph to come out blurry? - ansPatient movement What does OFA stand for in regards to radiology? - ansOrthopedic Foundation for Animals AP or anterior-posterior means what when referring to the radiograph of a leg? - ansImage of the leg is taken from the top to the bottom What is true regarding scatter radiation when taking radiographs? - ansIt is the primary source of radiation exposure to the restrainer What does DV or dorsal-ventral mean when referring to a radiograph of a thorax? - ansImage of the thorax taken from back to front When taking a measurement for a radiograph, which unit of measurement is used? - anscentimeters Which is the most important factor in promoting oral health? - ansPreventative dental homecare What is wrong with this rabbit? - ansMalocclusion How common are dental caries (cavities) in dogs? - ansuncommon Which is more severe, periodontitis or gingivitis? - ansperiodontitis Which part of the tooth is considered to be living tissue? - ansDentin and pulp By what age should a dog have all its permanent teeth, and how many teeth are in the canine adult dental formula? - ans42 by 7 months
