1.B.H.R-Lesson 3 Review

Which of the following would be considered a form of mechanical restraint for a dog? a. A sedative b. An anesthetic c. A harness d. Your hands

A harness Explanation: A harness or leash is a form of mechanical restraint. Sedatives and anesthesia are forms of chemical restraint, and your hands are a form of manual restraint. Reference: Section 3.1

When restraining a snake, where is it best to hold it? a. Behind its head b. On its tail c. Midway down the body d. Under the tail

Behind its head Explanation: A nonvenomous snake is held by grasping behind its head and supporting the body on your arm.Reference: Section 3.4

Which of the following small rodents are generally themost aggressive and can be difficult to restrain? a. Guinea pigs b. Rats c. Hamsters d. Mice

Hamsters Explanation: Hamsters are generally the most aggressive of the small rodents. Typically, mice, rats, and guinea pigs don't bite as often as hamsters.Reference: Section 3.4

What's the best method for restraining a cat during an intramuscular injection? a. Sternal recumbency b. Lateral recumbency c. Chemical restraint d. Mechanical restraint

Lateral recumbency Explanation: The two most common methods for restraining cats for intramuscular injections require lateral recumbency.Reference: Section 3.3

Which device below is used to prevent an animal from biting? a. Leash b. Harness c. Muzzle d. Choke collar

Muzzle Explanation: Muzzles are used to prevent an animal from biting. The other devices in this list are used for restraint.Reference: Section 3.1

What type of restraint is illustrated in the following picture? a. Chemical restraint b. Sitting restraint c. Reclining restraint d. Mechanical restraint

Reclining restraint Explanation: The type of restraint in this picture is reclining restraint, which is also known as lateral recumbency. Reference: Section 3.2

While restraining a cat, which of the following devices would best prevent a cat bite during manual restraint? a. Restraint gloves b. Collar c. Harness d. Leash

Restraint gloves Explanation: Restraint gloves are made of material that's too thick for a cat to bite through. Of the possible answer choices, they're the best device to help a cat from biting while you're trying to restrain it manually. Reference: Section 3.3

Which type of restraint is typically used for dogs undergoing cephalic venipuncture? a. Sternal recumbency b. Chemical restraint c. Lateral recumbancy d. Mechanical restraint

Sternal recumbency Explanation: A dog undergoing cephalic venipuncture is usually placed on its breastbone (sternum) on the exam table. This type of restraint is called sternal recumbency.Reference: Section 3.2

What's the best way to approach a horse? a. From directly in front of the horse b. From behind c. Toward the shoulder or neck d. Toward the hind legs

Toward the shoulder or neck Explanation: Because a horse can't see directly to the front or back, you should approach a horse from the side, toward the shoulder or neck.Reference: Section 3.5