Handling and Restraint

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You're correctly holding an animal by its rear legs, its head between your knees, its back between your legs, and its front legs touching the ground. The animal you're holding is a A. lamb just learning to walk. B. small pig receiving an injection. C. goat undergoing venipuncture. D. dog being restrained for blood collection.

b

Restraint equipment for cattle that consists of a long-handled metal rod with a large hook at one end that clips to the nose ring, helping to restrain the head.

bull staff

A _______ has a loop at one end tied with a slipknot and is used to help restrain a captured pig's head. A. V-trough B. hobble C. snubbing rope D. pig snare

c

A _______ is a long tubular handle with a thick retractable wire inside it. A. muzzle B. slip leash C. head snare D. training collar

c

Rubber-tipped forceps can be used to A. restrain a gerbil for venipuncture. B. transport a rabbit to another cage. C. transport a gerbil to another cage. D. restrain a rabbit for venipuncture.

c

The primary purpose of muzzling a dog is to A. prevent it from panting. B. distract it. C. prevent it from biting. D. calm it down.

c

Which of the following is the best distracting technique for a cat undergoing jugular venipuncture? a. Shaking its scruff b. Stroking its coat c. Tapping its nose d. Scratching behind its ears

c

You place a slip leash and collar on a dog, carry the dog to an examination table, and hold the dog in the appropriate positions for examination and treatment. What restraint type have you avoided? A. Manual restraint B. Mechanical restraint C. Chemical restraint D. None: you've employed them all.

c

A rope used to place an enclosed animal on its side.

casting rope

A restraint device designed to enclose a cat's body while providing access to treatment sites.

cat bag

A hook, usually about five inches long, attached to a long-handled pole for the purpose of catching chickens and turkeys.

catching hook

A net, usually attached to the end of a longhandled wooden pole, used to remove individual birds from a flock.

catching net

A cattle examination area large enough to hold one animal, often with poles for cross-tying and an opening to hold its head in place.

cattle chute

One of the most common cat venipuncture sites is the _______ vein, located along the front of the cat's foreleg.

cephalic

Venipuncture site along the front of the foreleg.

cephalic vein

A long leather lead or rope with about a two-foot length of chain and a snap hook at one end, used to distract a horse.

chain shank

A horse restraint, usually composed of a long wooden handle with a loop of stainless-steel chain at one end, designed to distract a horse by stimulating its nerves.

chain twitch

Veterinary professionals regard _______ restraint as the least desirable method because it can mask symptoms and interfere with diagnostic testing.

chemical

Use of sedatives, tranquilizers, and anesthetics on an animal.

chemical restraint

A restraint method that restricts an animal's side-to-side head movement by tying two ropes to the halter and to cross-tie rings in a barn or transport trailer.

cross-tie

For jugular venipuncture, a dog should be restrained A. standing up. B. sitting. C. lying on its side. D. with its forelegs off the table.

d

The least desirable method of restraint for a cat is A. holding the cat while wearing heavy gloves. B. holding the cat with your bare hands. C. placing the cat in a cat bag. D. using a tranquilizer to calm the cat.

d

When holding a horse for examination, always stand on the A. horse's left side. B. horse's right side. C. side opposite the veterinarian. D. same side as the veterinarian.

d

When properly applied to a dog, the loose end of the training collar will be A. out to the side and directly under the dog's neck. B. out to the side at the top of the dog's neck. C. straight down under the dog's neck. D. over the back at the top of the dog's neck.

d

Which of the following can cause injury in a veterinary setting? a. A staff member fails to recognize an animal's signs of fear and aggression. b. A staff member lifts a 75 pound animal without assistance. c. An animal responds to the pain or discomfort of treatment. d. All of the above

d

Which of the following types of dog restraint would you use to give a routine injection? a. Lateral recumbency b. Standing restraint c. Sternal recumbency d. Sitting restraint

d

You catch this animal with a catching hook, approach it, wrap your arms around its body, pull it close to your side as you pick it up, and carry it under your arm. You're correctly handling a A. newborn lamb. B. piglet. C. goat. D. turkey.

d

True of False? The best way to accustom a puppy to wearing a collar is to put a training collar on the puppy and leave it there.

false

True or False? A cat's major defense against pain is scratching.

false

True or False? A leash is an example of manual restraint.

false

True or False? A somewhat enclosed environment tends to make cats agitated and eager for escape.

false

True or False? A training collar is most appropriate for everyday home use.

false

True or False? Animals undergoing examination should be restrained with maximum force to make sure that they don't get away.

false

True or False? Goats require very little special handling equipment because their behavior is so predictable.

false

True or False? Since hamsters are nocturnal and sound sleepers, the best time to pick up a hamster is during the day when it's fast sleep.

false

True or False? The best way to get a retracted turtle out of its shell is to rub the head opening of the shell lightly with your right index finger.

false

True or False? To capture a piglet, try to grab it by its tail to immobilize the animal.

false

True or False? Whenever possible, always be sure to approach a dog first before it has a chance to approach you.

false

True or False? You should pick up a mouse by the very tip of its tail, where it's least likely to hurt.

false

The technique of grasping a cat by the scruff of the neck.

fetal hold

When holding a bird, your goal is to make sure that the bird can't ______, _______, _______, or _______ _______.

fly, bite, scratch, become injured

which grasps small rodents and allows for their transport from one cage to another.

forceps Instrument

Gear composed of a noseband and a throatlatch that encircles the head of a large animal such as a horse, allowing a lead to be attached for restraint.

halter

Most cattle restraint is aimed at restricting the animal's ability to move its _______.

head

A long metal or heavy-duty plastic, tubular handle with a thick retractable wire inside it, forming a large loop designed to be pulled out, slipped over an animal's head, and quickly tightened.

head snare

A leather strap fastened around an animal's legs to restrict their movement.

hobble

Flat, shieldlike piece of plastic or plywood three feet square, used to direct a group of pigs into an enclosure.

hurdle

Flat, shieldlike pieces of plastic or plywood that direct pigs into an enclosure are known as ______.

hurdles

Venipuncture site on the front of the neck.

jugular vein

Animal restrained on its side and stretched out (also called reclining restraint).

lateral recumbency

A guide leash, often made of leather or rope, which attaches to a halter and allows you to hold an animal in place or guide its direction.

lead

Using your hands to hold the animal in the desired position.

manual restraint

Use of equipment like leashes, collars, restraint bags, and poles on an animal.

mechanical restraint

Two metal bands, connected by a length of chain, used to prevent a cow from kicking

milking hobbles

Any device applied around an animal's nose and mouth to prevent the animal from biting.

muzzle

Tissue between the nostrils.

nasal septum

Large metal tongs with large ball-shaped ends, designed for cattle to hold their heads in place.

nose lead

In venipuncture, to block or hold off a vein by pressing on it with your finger, allowing blood to pool in the vein.

occlude

A long-handled, large clamp with a rope that holds the ends of the clamp shut.

pig catcher

Always use the ______to keep an animal in position.

proper animal restraint

Heavy gauntlet-type gloves, used to handle cats, typically made of leather too thick for cats to bite through.

restraint gloves

A device just like a chain twitch, only made of rope.

rope twitch

Venipuncture site on the outer surface of the hind leg.

saphenous vein

The loose skin on the back of a cat's neck is known as the _______, and can be grasped to pick up a cat.

scruff

You must be careful to prevent injury when handling sheep, as they have fragile _______ _______ and thin, delicate skin.

skeletal systems

A leash of flat or braided nylon with a ring at one end, designed to tighten momentarily the way a training collar does.

slip leash

A rope with a loop at one end, tied with a slip knot so that the loop can be tightened, designed to help restrain a captured pig's head.

snubbing rope

An opening at the front of a cattle chute that holds the head in place.

stanchion

Animal placed on its sternum at the edge of the table, its forelegs extending off the edge of the table

sternal recumbency

Breastbone.

sternum

Narrow enclosures that partially immobilize a horse for treatment.

stocks

Used to prevent the animal from kicking, this technique restrains an animal for minor technical procedures. It involves lifting the tail up in line with the animal's spine to prevent fracturing the vertebrae.

tail jacking

Technique that involves tying an animal's tail out of the way for certain procedures

tail tying

Stainless-steel links with a ring at each end, forming a dog collar designed to tighten momentarily with a short, firm tug.

training collar

True or False? Horses can't see what's directly in front of them or directly behind them.

true

True or False? The correct way to approach a horse is from its left side, speaking reassuringly in low tones, and carefully observing the horse's body language.

true

True or False? You can safely carry a chicken hanging from its feet with its head facing the ground.

true

True or False? You should remove a mother dog from the examination room before the treatment or examination of her puppies.

true

Puncturing a vein to collect blood, administer medication, or pass a catheter.

venipuncture

To break a biting ferret's grip, it's best to A. place the ferret under running water. B. distract the ferret with several brisk taps on the tail. C. make loud screeching noises. D. cover the ferret's eyes.

a

What is the correct and safest method of picking up a hamster? A. Grasp the loose skin on the back of its neck. B. Pick it up at the base of its tail. C. Scoop it up with a small net. D. Grasp it by placing your thumb and index finger around its lower jaw.

a

Used for rat and mouse venipuncture; a clear plastic tube with holes drilled into it that holds a small rodent.

acrylic rodent restrainer

A dog shouldn't wear a muzzle if it a. could become aggressive during examination or treatment. b. shows signs of breathing problems or chest injury. c. has a long nose. d. struggles during a procedure.

b

If a dog requires more restraint than you can get with a sitting position, which of the following should you use? A. Standing restraint B. Sternal recumbency C. Restraint gloves D. Head snare

b

The best place to apply a chain twitch to a horse is A. the horse's rump. B. the horse's upper lip. C. over the horse's nose. D. between the horse's teeth.

b

When returning a rabbit to its cage, it's best to position the animal A. head first, so its rear legs can use your arm for traction. B. facing toward you so its rear legs go in first. C. cradled gently with its rear legs on either side of your forearm.

b

Which of the following is the minimum weight of a dog requiring two people to lift it? a. 25 lbs. b. 50 lbs. c. 75 lbs. d. 100 lbs.

b

Which of the following should you avoid doing before opening a bird's cage? A. Closing all doors and windows so the bird can't escape B. Turning on exhaust fans so the bird doesn't overheat C. Putting a net or towel close at hand to recapture the bird if it escapes D. Asking the owner if the bird will hop on a finger or arm

b

_____ 5. Chinchilla _____ 6. Guinea Pig _____ 7. Gerbil _____ 8. Rabbit _____ 9. Ferret a. It's a good jumper and escape artist. b. Avoid "fur slip." c. Once it bites, it holds on. d. Pressing down on its back or shoulders can injure its lungs. e. Its kicking can break its own spine.

5. b 6. d 7. a 8. e 9. c

_____ 5. Cross tie _____ 6. Casting rope _____ 7. Stock _____ 8. Hobble _____ 9. Chain shank _____10. Nose lead _____11. Lip twitch a. Helps place an enclosed animal on its side b. Keeps a horse's attention on its nose c. One of the oldest and simplest horse restraints that stimulates a horse's nerves d. Restricts side-to-side head movement e. Leather strap fastened around the leg to restrict movement f. Large metal tongs that squeeze the nasal septum g. Narrow enclosure that immobilizes an animal for treatment

5. d 6. a 7. g 8. e 9. b 10. f 11. c

For a cat that won't stand or sit during a routine physical examination, what restraint method should be used instead?

A cat that won't remain in the sitting or standing position should be restrained by placing one hand on its shoulders, the other hand on its hips, and pressing the cat firmly but gently down against the table.

Name two reasons for restraining fowl.

Fowl occasionally need to be restrained for vaccination or for blood collection purposes.

The fetal hold should never be used on A. overweight cats. B. young adult cats. C. kittens. D. small, older adult cats.

a

Briefly explain the steps for fashioning a muzzle out of gauze roll bandage

The steps for making a muzzle from gauze roll bandage are 1. Tie a large loop in the middle of a large piece of bandage. 2. Approaching the dog from the side, slip the loop over the dog's nose. 3. Tighten the loop and bring the gauze edges under the dog's neck. 4. Cross the ends and pull them behind the dog's neck. 5. Tie the ends in a half bow or slip knot for quick removal.

Briefly explain the steps for restraining a goat on its side.

To restrain a goat on its side, 1. Position yourself alongside the goat. 2. Reach one arm over the goat's back and one arm over the goat's neck. 3. Grasp the legs closest to your body, lifting up. This will force the goat onto its side.

Name two reasons for leading dogs on leashes in a veterinary office.

Two reasons for leading dogs on leashes are to -aid in restraint and to -prevent animal-to-animal contact in the waiting room

A V-shaped trough usually made of plywood used to restrain a pig on its back.

V-trough

For minor technical procedures, sheep are best restrained by A. tilting them onto their rump. B. applying a shepherds crook to the rear leg. C. being pushed up against a barrier. D. being cross-tied in stocks.

a

Mechanical restraint aids should be cleaned A. after each use. B. when they're dirty. C. once a week. D. if an animal resists its scent.

a

Occluding a vein for venipuncture a. allows sufficient blood to pool in the venipuncture site. b. allows the blood to flow freely through the vein. c. calms the animal so it doesn't struggle and damage the vein. d. All of the above

a


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