Question 1

What is the most common origin of significant fever in a horse?

Accepted Answer

A) Excitement 
B) Autoimmune disorders 
C) Infectious disease 
D) Integumentary disorders 
A) Excitement 
B) Autoimmune disorders 
C) Infectious disease 
D) Integumentary disorders C

Question 2

A horse that is thought of as "savage" and poses a physical threat to human handlers is exhibiting which type of behavior?

Accepted Answer

A) Dominance-associated/impulse dyscontrol 
B) Fear aggression 
C) Aggression related to physical abuse 
D) Fight or flight stimulus response 
A) Dominance-associated/impulse dyscontrol 
B) Fear aggression 
C) Aggression related to physical abuse 
D) Fight or flight stimulus response A

Question 3

If abnormal animal behavior is defined as a deviation from normal behavioral characteristics, what elements define normal animal behavior?

Accepted Answer

A) An animal's genetic predispositions only 
B) Learned behavior 
C) Any characteristic that is defined as "desirable" behavior 
D) The sum of genetic traits and environmental factors 
A) An animal's genetic predispositions only 
B) Learned behavior 
C) Any characteristic that is defined as "desirable" behavior 
D) The sum of genetic traits and environmental factors D

Question 4

When palpating an animal's pulse, where is the point of maximum intensity for feeling the heartbeat?

Accepted Answer

A) Between the left fourth to sixth intercostal spaces 
B) Between the left second to fourth intercostal spaces 
C) Between the right fourth to sixth intercostal spaces 
D) Between the right second to fourth intercostal spaces 
A) Between the left fourth to sixth intercostal spaces 
B) Between the left second to fourth intercostal spaces 
C) Between the right fourth to sixth intercostal spaces 
D) Between the right second to fourth intercostal spaces

Question 5

Cushing syndrome is a disorder that results in high levels of cortisol in the blood. It can be caused from the excessive production of which of the following hormones?

Accepted Answer

A) Heterodimeric glycoprotein 
B) Prolactin 
C) Adrenocorticotropic 
D) Arginine 
A) Heterodimeric glycoprotein 
B) Prolactin 
C) Adrenocorticotropic 
D) Arginine

Question 6

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Form 300 is a log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses, including needle sticks. In which of the following circumstances would a needle stick need to be reported?

Accepted Answer

A) You receive a needle stick from a needle that has stuck another person 
B) You receive a needle stick from a new, unused needle 
C) You receive a needle stick from a needle that has stuck an animal 
D) All of the above 
A) You receive a needle stick from a needle that has stuck another person 
B) You receive a needle stick from a new, unused needle 
C) You receive a needle stick from a needle that has stuck an animal 
D) All of the above

Question 7

What is the normal gestation period for rabbits?

Accepted Answer

A) 66 days 
B) 42-45 days 
C) 31-33 days 
D) 15-18 days 
A) 66 days 
B) 42-45 days 
C) 31-33 days 
D) 15-18 days

Question 8

Assuming that a horse's daily requirement for water will change depending on multiple variables, what is the average daily intake requirement of water?

Accepted Answer

A) 120 mL/kg 
B) 50 mL/kg 
C) 275 mL/kg 
D) 15 mL/kg 
A) 120 mL/kg 
B) 50 mL/kg 
C) 275 mL/kg 
D) 15 mL/kg

Question 9

Which of the following is a tonometer commonly used for in veterinary medicine?

Accepted Answer

A) Specific gravity 
B) Urine protein 
C) Intraocular pressure 
D) Red blood cells 
A) Specific gravity 
B) Urine protein 
C) Intraocular pressure 
D) Red blood cells

Question 10

What condition occurs when a patient has a high level of CO2 in their blood?

Accepted Answer

A) Respiratory alkalosis 
B) Metabolic alkalosis 
C) Respiratory acidosis 
D) Metabolic acidosis 
A) Respiratory alkalosis 
B) Metabolic alkalosis 
C) Respiratory acidosis 
D) Metabolic acidosis

Question 11

In a postpartum bitch, which of the following conditions can cause tonic seizures and occurs due to hypocalcemia?

Accepted Answer

A) Dystocia 
B) Oliguria 
C) Eclampsia 
D) Pyometra 
A) Dystocia 
B) Oliguria 
C) Eclampsia 
D) Pyometra

Question 12

Which of the following statements represents an unsaturated essential fatty acid found in corn and soy?

Accepted Answer

A) Lactic acid 
B) Linoleic acid 
C) Nicotinic acid 
D) Uric acid 
A) Lactic acid 
B) Linoleic acid 
C) Nicotinic acid 
D) Uric acid

Question 13

In dogs, how many hours prior to whelping does Stage 1 parturition occur?

Accepted Answer

A) 6-12 
B) 24-48 
C) 2-6 
D) 12-24 
A) 6-12 
B) 24-48 
C) 2-6 
D) 12-24

Question 14

If a patient is described as being dyspneic, what characteristics is the animal exhibiting?

Accepted Answer

A) Difficulty walking 
B) Difficulty urinating 
C) Difficulty breathing 
D) Difficulty standing 
A) Difficulty walking 
B) Difficulty urinating 
C) Difficulty breathing 
D) Difficulty standing

Question 15

Which of the following statements is true regarding patient care when a technician is implementing the veterinarian's diagnostic and therapeutic plan?

Accepted Answer

A) Nursing care must be individualized for each patient. 
B) Nursing care plans are decided by the technician independently. 
C) Nursing care should be applied the same across all patients. 
D) Nursing care plans are not implemented by the technician. 
A) Nursing care must be individualized for each patient. 
B) Nursing care plans are decided by the technician independently. 
C) Nursing care should be applied the same across all patients. 
D) Nursing care plans are not implemented by the technician.

Question 16

In a puppy, what is the critical age at which exposure to people should occur in order to prevent underdeveloped social skills?

Accepted Answer

A) After 20 weeks 
B) Between 18 -24 weeks 
C) Before 14 weeks 
D) At 6 months 
A) After 20 weeks 
B) Between 18 -24 weeks 
C) Before 14 weeks 
D) At 6 months

Question 17

Which of the following diseases of cattle causes bloat due to the rapid fermentation of high protein or carbohydrate feeds in the stomach?

Accepted Answer

A) Clostridium Septicum 
B) Ruminal Tympany 
C) Thromboembolic Meningoencephalitis 
D) Rumen Acidosis 
A) Clostridium Septicum 
B) Ruminal Tympany 
C) Thromboembolic Meningoencephalitis 
D) Rumen Acidosis

Question 18

If a patient is admitted to a veterinary hospital and the veterinarian's instructions indicate that the animal is to be NPO, what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

A) Medication to be administered orally 
B) Withhold food 
C) Nothing by mouth 
D) Withhold water 
A) Medication to be administered orally 
B) Withhold food 
C) Nothing by mouth 
D) Withhold water

Question 19

When performing gastric lavage on an unconscious patient, which of the following procedures is necessary in order to prevent complications from the procedure?

Accepted Answer

A) Abdominal decompression 
B) Intubation 
C) Exacerbation 
D) Artificial ventilation 
A) Abdominal decompression 
B) Intubation 
C) Exacerbation 
D) Artificial ventilation

Question 20

A patient with advanced liver disease will have mucous membrane color.

Accepted Answer

A) Cyanotic 
B) Pale 
C) Jaundice 
D) Red 
A) Cyanotic 
B) Pale 
C) Jaundice 
D) Red

What is the most common origin of significant fever in a horse?

A horse that is thought of as "savage" and poses a physical threat to human handlers is exhibiting which type of behavior?

If abnormal animal behavior is defined as a deviation from normal behavioral characteristics, what elements define normal animal behavior?

When palpating an animal's pulse, where is the point of maximum intensity for feeling the heartbeat?

Cushing syndrome is a disorder that results in high levels of cortisol in the blood. It can be caused from the excessive production of which of the following hormones?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Form 300 is a log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses, including needle sticks. In which of the following circumstances would a needle stick need to be reported?

What is the normal gestation period for rabbits?

Assuming that a horse's daily requirement for water will change depending on multiple variables, what is the average daily intake requirement of water?

Which of the following is a tonometer commonly used for in veterinary medicine?

What condition occurs when a patient has a high level of CO2 in their blood?

In a postpartum bitch, which of the following conditions can cause tonic seizures and occurs due to hypocalcemia?

Which of the following statements represents an unsaturated essential fatty acid found in corn and soy?

In dogs, how many hours prior to whelping does Stage 1 parturition occur?

If a patient is described as being dyspneic, what characteristics is the animal exhibiting?

Which of the following statements is true regarding patient care when a technician is implementing the veterinarian's diagnostic and therapeutic plan?

In a puppy, what is the critical age at which exposure to people should occur in order to prevent underdeveloped social skills?

Which of the following diseases of cattle causes bloat due to the rapid fermentation of high protein or carbohydrate feeds in the stomach?

If a patient is admitted to a veterinary hospital and the veterinarian's instructions indicate that the animal is to be NPO, what does this mean?

When performing gastric lavage on an unconscious patient, which of the following procedures is necessary in order to prevent complications from the procedure?

A patient with advanced liver disease will have mucous membrane color.

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Exam 2: Animal Care

What is the most common origin of significant fever in a horse?

A horse that is thought of as "savage" and poses a physical threat to human handlers is exhibiting which type of behavior?

If abnormal animal behavior is defined as a deviation from normal behavioral characteristics, what elements define normal animal behavior?

When palpating an animal's pulse, where is the point of maximum intensity for feeling the heartbeat?

Cushing syndrome is a disorder that results in high levels of cortisol in the blood. It can be caused from the excessive production of which of the following hormones?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Form 300 is a log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses, including needle sticks. In which of the following circumstances would a needle stick need to be reported?

What is the normal gestation period for rabbits?

Assuming that a horse's daily requirement for water will change depending on multiple variables, what is the average daily intake requirement of water?

Which of the following is a tonometer commonly used for in veterinary medicine?

What condition occurs when a patient has a high level of CO2 in their blood?

In a postpartum bitch, which of the following conditions can cause tonic seizures and occurs due to hypocalcemia?

Which of the following statements represents an unsaturated essential fatty acid found in corn and soy?

In dogs, how many hours prior to whelping does Stage 1 parturition occur?

If a patient is described as being dyspneic, what characteristics is the animal exhibiting?

Which of the following statements is true regarding patient care when a technician is implementing the veterinarian's diagnostic and therapeutic plan?

In a puppy, what is the critical age at which exposure to people should occur in order to prevent underdeveloped social skills?

Which of the following diseases of cattle causes bloat due to the rapid fermentation of high protein or carbohydrate feeds in the stomach?

If a patient is admitted to a veterinary hospital and the veterinarian's instructions indicate that the animal is to be NPO, what does this mean?

When performing gastric lavage on an unconscious patient, which of the following procedures is necessary in order to prevent complications from the procedure?

A patient with advanced liver disease will have mucous membrane color.

Anesthesia

Dentistry

Imaging

Lab Procedures

Pharmacology

Surgical

CVPM

Analgesia

Critical Care

Filters