ACT review First semester pt.1

An example of a word terminal would be? A. Suffix B. -ology C. Pre- or Post- D. -ic or -ia

-ic or -ia

The suffix "-osis" refers to? A. The study of. B. A condition of the organ. C. Pain D. To form a new opening.

A condition of the organ

If a pet were suffering from pyometra, it would most likely be: A. In kidney failure B. Neutered C. A female D. Needing a cast

A female

Which dog originated in Japan and was a fighting dog? A. Great Dane. B. Akita. C. Bullmastiff. D. Doberman pinscher.

Akita

Labs typically come in which color? A. Yellow. B. Black. C. Chocolate. D. All of the above.

All of the above

Record keeping is ___________ responsibility. A. The veterinarian's. B. The technician's. C. The receptionist's. D. All of the above.

All of the above

The musculoskeletal system includes which of the following? A. Muscles. B. Bones. C. Joints. D. All of the above.

All of the above

Which breed will need to be groomed regularly? A. Lhasa Apso. B. Keeshond. C. Chow. D. All of the above.

All of the above

Which retriever enjoys the water? A. Golden retriever. B. Labrador retriever. C. Chesapeake Bay retriever. D. All of the above.

All of the above

Which hound dog does not bark, but instead makes yodeling and chortling noises? A. Afghan hound. B. Basenji. C. Norwegian elkhound. D. Rhodesian ridgeback.

Basenji

A good way to determine the best service for your clients is by: A. better understanding them by asking questions and effectively listening to their responses. B. forming pre-conceived ideas about them based on their demographic and socio-economic status. C. developing a standard protocol with all clients that is strictly followed. D. assuming every client has a basic need to be told what to do.

Better understanding them by asking questions and effectively listening to their responses.

Which breed seems to have a predisposition to cancer and heart conditions? A. Doberman. B. Great Dane. C. Akita. D. Boxer.

Boxer

Boston Terriers have __________. A. Long, wirey hair coats. B. Ears that fold over and long pointed noses. C. Brachycephalic heads that give them a smooshed-in face D. Gained their reputation due to "Toto" on the Wizard of Oz.

Brachycephalic heads that give them a smooshed-in face

Which breed has a bluish-black tongue? A. Bulldog. B. Chow. C. Dalmatian. D. American Eskimo.

Chow

This dog breed comes in 2 variations: Pembroke and Cardigan A. Australian Cattle Dog B. Corgi C. Belgian Shepherd D. Collie

Corgi

Which breed is prone to congenital deafness and skin allergies? A. Bichon Frise. B. Dalmatian. C. Shar Pei. D. Lhasa Apso.

Dalmatian

One sign of a fear-biter would be ___________________. A. Ears pulled back B. Ears erect C. Wagging tail D. Panting

Ears pulled back

An x-ray badge protects you from being exposed to radiation. A. True B. False

False

Repeated unprotected radiology exposure has been shown to produce all of the following except: A. Decreased fertility B. Birth defects C. Flu-like symptoms D. Shortened life span E. Increased risk of cancer

Flu-like symptoms

The ___________ has a higher than average rate of hip dysplasia. A. Corgi. B. Aussie. C. Collie. D. German shepherd.

German Shepard

Which hound breed is best known for racing? A. Greyhound B. Beagle C. Irish Wolfhound D. Basset Hound

Greyhound

When asked to place an animal in a "lateral recumbent position", you should place it

On its side, away from the midline

An ____________ is another name for spay. A. Onchiohysterectomy. B. Orchiohysterectomy. C. Ovariohysterectomy. D. None of the above.

Ovariohysterectomy

The proper name for a sheep is

Ovine

Which toy breed has significant skin wrinkles and protruding eyes? A. Pug B. Yorkshire Terrier C. Miniature Pinscher D. Pomeranian

Pug

Which often misunderstood breed is restricted in some states and cities? A. Fox Terrier B. Bull Terrier C. Cairn D. Staffordshire Terrier

Staffordshire terrier

If a pet was diagnosed with "osteosarcoma", what body part does it have cancer in?

The bone

When restraining a large dog, the most important thing to control is: A. The feet B. The body as a whole C. The head D. All of the above

The head

A clean reception area tells clients that a hospital is probably clean throughout. A. True. B. False.

True

"If it isn't _____________, it didn't happen." A. True. B. Written. C. Legible. D. Heard.

Written

Professionalism is largely based on: A. Appearance. B. Age. C. Behavior. D. Both A and C are correct answers.

both A and C are correct answers

Which hound dog breed is pre-disposed to back problems? A. Greyhound. B. Basenji. C. Dachshund. D. Beagle.

dachshund

When describing something further away from a pet's wound, you would say it is

distal

Each of the following is a shield for individuals who are performing radiographs except: A. Dosimeter badge B. Lead aprons C. Leaded eyeglasses D. Thyroid shield

dosimeter

Because the doctor actually examines their pet, clients feel that interaction influences them more than interaction with other staff members. A. True. B. False.

false

Dogs and cats are mouth breathers. A. True B. False

false

Employees working in the veterinary field see the exact same situation every day. A. True B. False

false

Substituting force instead of skill and good technique is necessary at times. A. True B. False

false

A prefix is a word element that is attached to the ____________ of a word.

front

What instrument would a veterinarian use to view inside an animal's stomach? A. Gastroscope B. Arthroscope C. Microsope D. Laryngoscope

gastroscope

Good restraint begins with ___________________. A. good staff. B. good communication. C. good force. D. none of the above

good communiaction

Which of the following words refers to the liver? A. Gastro. B. Entero. C. Hepato. D. Chole.

hepato

To facilitate restraint, a towel may be used to ____________________. A. Clean up messes B. Impair the animal's vision C. Impair the animal's hearing D. Wave in front of the animal

impair the animal's vision

Fill in the blank regarding clients, "They don't care how much you _______, until they know how much you care." A. Do. B. Help. C. Know. D. Say.

know

The surgical procedure to remove a kidney would be referred to as:

nephrectomy

How would you use a root word and a suffix to describe inflammation of the ear?

otitis

What is a client's greatest single expectation with regard to staff? A. Sharing personal stories. B. Paying special attention to their pet. C. Minimal wait time. D. Keeping your word.

paying special attention to their pet

Hunting dogs rely on their ________. A. Sense of smell. B. Eyesight. C. Ears. D. Speed.

sense of smell

Cytology means?

study of cells

The prefix "Brady" means the opposite of which other prefix?

tachy

We should never substitute force for ___________. A. Luck B. Quick reaction time C. Fear D. Technique

technique

What body system & part does "entero" refer to?

the digestive system, the intestines

The suffix "-pathy" when attached to an organ would be defined as

the disease of that organ

Clients that rely entirely on your confident recommendations behave in such a manner because... A. they want to have control in regard to their pet's treatment. B. they want the very best care money can buy. C. they want to see how you would treat your own pet. D. they are unable or unwilling to make the decision on their own.

they are unable or unwilling to make the decision on their own

The suffix "-ectomy" refers to?

to cut out

The directional term "caudal" indicates what when referring to a pet's anatomy?

toward the back or the tail of the animal

When dealing with clients, which of the following should you NOT do? A. Effectively listen. B. Ask the client any questions. C. Treat every client the same. D. See the veterinary practice from the client's view.

treat every client the same

The more you cuddle a dog close to your body, the less chance the dog will bite you. A. True B. False

true

If the veterinarian asked you to give a pet a "subcutaneous injection", where would you place the needle?

under the skin

A Great Dane is a mix of a Mastiff and a/an _________? A. Akita. B. Greyhound. C. Irish Wolfhound. D. Great Pyrenees.

Irish wolfhound

This toy breed is is less than 10 pounds and is characterized by its white, long flowing haircoat. A. Westie. B. Bichon frise. C. Maltese. D. None of the above.

Maltese

Which terrier breed does not make good swimmers due to their short legs? A. Airedale B. Scottish Terrier C. Jack Russell Terrier D. Fox Terrier

Scottish terrier

The ____________ looks like a scaled down version of a collie. A. Border collie. B. Corgi. C. Sheltie. D. Aussie.

Sheltie

Hyperthermic refers to?

above normal temperature

The prefix "Trans-" means?

across

A stressful environment causes the release of _________________. A. Endorphin B. Urine C. Adrenaline D. Tryptophan

adrenaline

Which conditions are commonly diagnosed in puppies and kittens? A. Intestinal parasites. B. Hernias. C. Ringworm. D. All of the above.

all of the above

Which of the following are some ways you can grow in your personal knowledge? A. Seminars. B. Reading. C. One-on-one training. D. All of the above.

all of the above

Which is the smallest canine breed? A. Shih Tzu B. Chihuahua C. Toy Poodle D. Silky Terrier

chihuaua

What is the term for a male dog that has one or both testicles that have not descended? A. Cryptovario. B. Cryptorchid. C. Chryorichid. D. Cryptonchio.

cryptorchid

Which of the following is NOT an example of a prefix?

cyte