Exam 2: Animal Care

The successful housetraining of a dog is largely dependent on cognitive and neuro-muscular maturation. At what age are puppies physically capable of voluntary inhibition of elimination?

The progress section of a problem-oriented medical record includes doctor notes written four consecutive parts, known as the "SOAP" format. What does the "O" stand for in "SOAP"?

Which of the following criteria can allow for an estimated assessment of an animal's hydration status?

Within a herd of horses, hierarchical rank in males is determined by access to females. How is hierarchical rank determined in female horses?

What is the sound-producing vocal organ that birds possess, which enables some species to produce extremely complex vocalizations?

Which of the following choices represents an example of a zoonotic disease?

Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis is a common, highly-contagious herpes virus disease of cattle. What is the common name for this condition?

On a bird, what is the superficial muscle that is responsible for lifting the wings between wing beats called?

Which of the following is a plasma protein, which is synthesized when cells are stimulated by antigens, thus providing antibodies?

In the veterinary profession, ergonomic injuries typically fall into which of the following categories?

Which of the following conditions can be a cause of Coprophagia in adult horses?

The human-companion animal bond is a motivational factor behind why people seek veterinary care for pets. In which of the following situation do the veterinary staff's actions influence this bond?

What are the compounds that serve as the building blocks of cartilage, which covers the ends of bones within a joint?

If a person telephones a veterinary practice requesting medical information about a patient that they do not own, which of the following actions would be the correct way to handle this situation?

Which of the following statements reflects the correct type of eyewash station that a veterinary hospital is required (by OSHA) to have on premises?

Which of the following terms is a pinpoint "mini bruise;" a red-purple spot seen on the skin or mucous membrane caused by blood vessel leakage?

Which of the following statements demonstrates the effects of malnutrition as a contributor to secondary hypoparathyroidism in dogs?

Although laws may vary according to state or province, generally who has rights of ownership of the patient record?

Which of the following infectious diseases causes canine viral enteritis?

When considering the role of nutrition in the disease process, what is a predisposing factor of Aspergillus fumigatus in pet birds?