Pre-Vet Final Exam Review Sheet

the shoulder and hip joints are considered what kind of joints? a. Ball-and-socket joints b. Gliding joints c. Pivot joints d. Fused joints

ball and socket joint

humans are considered ___. a. Monopods b. Bipeds c. Tripods d. Quadrupeds

bipeds

who regulates the wholesale and pharmacy distribution of veterinary drugs? a. Veterinarians b. Center of Veterinary Medicine c. Board of Pharmacy d. United States Department of Agriculture

board of pharmacy

which agency protects the heath and safety of the public and animals through the regulation of the practice of veterinary medicine? a. American Association of Veterinary State Boards b. American Veterinary Medical Association c. Board of Pharmacy d. Board of Veterinary Medicine

board of veterinary medicine

which of the following provides support for muscles and other tissues in the body? a. Organs b. Ligaments c. Bones d. Nerves

bones

the skin is the ___ organ of the body. a. Largest b. Heaviest c. Lightest d. Both A and B

both a and b

the trachea divides into two branches called the ___. a. Sulci b. Bronchi c. Chordae tendineae d. Cusps

bronchi

the cartilaginous rings which make up the trachea are ___. a. O-shaped b. U-shaped c. C-shaped d. All of the above

c-shaped

hair grows from the ___. a. Epidermis b. Dermis c. Sweat glands d. All of the above

dermis

which part of the skin houses the hair follicles? a. Keratin b. Cadudal c. Epidermis d. Dermis

dermis

surgical procedures were often first studied on which animal? a. Dog b. Cat c. Non-human primate d. Pig

dog

what is the name of the highest point on most four legged animals? a. Distal b. Caudal c. Cranial d. Dorsal

dorsal

which of the following stomachs is found in horses, rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters? a. Ruminant b. Monogastric c. Avian d. Hindgut-fermenter

hindgut fermenter

which human disease is related to the simian immunodeficiency virus (SIV), which effects non-human primates? a. Hepatitis b. Diabetes c. HIV d.Respiratory disease

hiv

which of the following are used for shaping, finishing, and smoothing hooves? a. Tourniquets b. Hoof knives c. Twitch chains d. Hoof rasps

hoof rasps

which of the following is a very small syringe used with a hollow needle for injections into or under the skin? a. Balling gun b. Drench gun c. Hypodermic syringe d. Hemostat

hypodermic syringe

a fecal examination is used for which of the following? a. Identifying an inflammatory infection b. Identifying number of red blood cells c. Identifying parasite infection d. Identifying a disease

identifying parasite infection

what is it called when drugs are administered through the veins of an animal? a. Intravenous injection b. Intramuscular injection c. Parenteral injection d. Subcutaneous injection

intravenous injection

which element us administered to the general population through table salt? a. Oxygen b. Calcium c. Iodine d. Hydrogen

iodine

what is a horse's organ of prehension? a. Lips b. Teeth c. Hoof d. Tail

lips

before traveling to the rest of the body, all absorbed nutrients or toxins must pass through the ___. a. Liver b. Pancreas c. Gall bladder d. Colon

liver

which organ produces bile? a. Liver b. Stomach c. Colon d. Esophagus

liver

what is produced by the skin for protection against harmful ultraviolet light? a. Keratin b. Melanin c. Sweat d. Oil

melanin

Tendons attach _____ to _____. a. Muscle to muscle b. bone to bone c. Muscle to bone d. Red fibers to white fibers

muscle to bone

which of the following is not an animal rights group? a. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) b. Local animal rights group c. Mercy for Animals d. National Animal Interest Alliance

national animal interest alliance

which system is in charge of transmitting signals to the body and operates basic functions like breathing and digestion? a. Cardiovascular system b. Digestive system c. Neurologic system d. Endocrine system

neurologic system

which agency requires appropriate warning or identification signs within a veterinarian office? a. USDA b. OSHA c. AVMA d. FDA

osha

which structure holds the chordae tendineae to the interior walls of the heart? a. Sulci b. Bronchi c. Papillary muscles d. None of the above

papillary muscle

which gland is most closely associated with the thyroid gland? a. Parathyroid b. Pituitary c. Hypothalamus d. Ovaries

parathroid

what does peta stand for? a. People, Ethics & Trust with Animals b. Pets & Ethical Treatment Association c. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals d. People for the Ethical Training of Animals

people for the ethical treatment of animals

which of the following surrounds and destroys an invading microbe? a. Antigen b. Hair c. Phagocyte d. Bone marrow

phagocyte

blood leaving the right ventricle enters the ___. a. Superior vena cava b. Inferior vena cava c. Pulmonary artery d. Pulmonary vein

pulmonary artery

which structure governs the passage of food material into the small intestines? a. Pylorus or pyloric valve b. Omasum c. Cecum d. Large intestine

pylorus or pyloric valve

which of the following is one of the first tools used when diagnosed a problem due to illness or injury in an animal? a. Radiograph b. Ultrasound c. Electrocardiograph d. Endoscope

radiograph

the sa node is located in the ___. a. Right ventricle b. Right atrium c. Left ventricle d. Left atrium

right atrium

which of the following is not a type of bone in dogs and cats? a. Short b. Long c. Round d. Irregular

round

muscle contraction results in muscle fiber becoming ___. a. Shorter b. Longer c. Smooth d. None of the above

shorter

which type of muscle is termed as "voluntary"? a. Skeletal b. Cardiac c. Smooth d. All of the above

skeletal

the central nervous system includes the ___. a. Peripheral nervous system b. Spinal cord c. Sympathetic nervous system d. Parasympathetic nervous system

spinal cord

the peripheral nervous system includes the ___. a. Brain stem b. Spinal cord c. Autonomic nervous system d. Cerebellum

spinal cord

which of the following is NOT a true statement about the beliefs and actions of animal rights groups? a. Use violence to portray their message b. Animals have the right to live their own lives c. Humans do not have the right to use animals d. Support regulations of animal recreational sports

support regulations of animal recreational sports

which of the following prefixes means "above"? a. Sub b. Supra c. Peri d. Post

supra

what helps the body create vitamin d? a. Sweat b. Oil c. The sun d. Keratin

the sun

what structure helps to prevent food from entering the sinus cavity during swallowing? a. The uvula b. The epiglottis c. The bronchi d. The chordae tendineae

the uvula

which instrument is used for grasping, compressing, cutting, and pulling tissues? a. Clamping forceps b. Thumb forceps c. Needle holders d. Catheter

thumb forceps

t cells develop in the ___. a. Thymus b. Hair c. Mucus d. All of the above

thymus

arteries carry blood away from the heart.

true

smooth muscles are involuntary.

true

the atria are the top two chambers of the heart.

true

the left lung is composed of how many lobes? a. One b. Two c. Three d. Four

two

which instrument listed below cuts material, other than tissue, which may dull a blade? a. Dissecting scissors b. Utility scissors c. Surgical scissors d. Suture scissors

utility scissors

weakened or killed antigens purposefully introduced into the body by medical professionals is known as ___. a. Mucus b. White blood cell c. Phagocyte d. Vaccine

vaccines

"i will practice my profession conscientiously, dignity, and in keeping with the principles of veterinary medical ethics." where is the quote from? a. Veterinary Ethical Values b. A famous veterinarian c. Veterinarian's Oath d. Principles of Veterinary Ethics

veterinarian's oath

which of the following is NOT an anatomical term? a. Ventral b. Cadudal c. Cranial d. Vibrissae

vibrissae

which law was signed into effect in 1966 and regulates who may own or sell certain animals, and animal living conditions? a. lacey act b.welfare act c.endangered species act d.rights act

welfare act

according to the program, which animal has a higher percentage of slow twitch muscle fibers? a. Racing quarter horses b. Chickens c. Working draft horses d. None of the above

working draft horses

which of the following is the transplantation of living tissue form one species to another? a. Radiograph b. Xenograft c. CAT scan d. Skin graft

xenograft

in which year was the endangered species act signed into law? a. 1937 b. 1983 c. 1973 d. 1990

1973

which of the following administers licenses and registration to research facilities? a. PHSP b. APHIS c. IACUC d. FDA

APHIS

which stomach compartment of ruminants is considered to be the true "stomach"? a. Rumen b. Reticulum c. Omasum d. Abomasum

abomasum

accessory structures of the skin include which of the following? a. Sweat glands b. Scales c. Feathers d. All of the above

all of the above

the stomach performs which of the following functions? a. Mechanical processing b. Digestion c. Secretion d. All of the above

all of the above

which of the following animals are ruminants? a. Cattle b. Sheep c. Deer d. All of the above

all of the above

which of the following are parts of the small intestine? a. Duodenum b. Jejunum c. Ileum d. All of the above

all of the above

which of the following is a function of the skeletal system? a. Protection b. Locomotion c. Blood production d. All of the above

all of the above

which of the following is a type of muscle tissue? a. Skeletal b. Cardiac c. Smooth d. All of the above

all of the above

which of the following make up the small intestine? a. Duodenum b. Ileum c. Jejunum d. All of the above

all of the above

which of the following structures aids in absorption? a. Papillae b. Villi c. Microvilli d. All of the above

all of the above

which of the following is NOT an example of common practices for law enforcement in regards to animals? a. Prohibiting the running at large of animals, specifically cats and dogs b. Limiting the number of animals a resident may own c. Allowing the ownership of poisonous or dangerous animals d. Controlling animal noise such as barking dogs

allowing the ownership of poisonous or dangerous animals

which of the following identifies the minimum standards required to enter the veterinarian profession and to remain in practice? a. American Veterinarian Medical Association b. American Association of Veterinary State Boards c. Veterinarian Practice Association d. Veterinarian Certificate Association

american association of veterinary state boards

which act requires minimum standards of treatment and care for animals? a. Animal Care Act b. Animal Rights Act c. Animal Health Act d. Animal Welfare Act

animal welfare act

which of the following was discovered after testing on cats and prevents the clotting of blood? a. Antibiotics b. Antiblood c. Anticoagulants d. Anesthesia

anticoagulants

unlike exocrine glands, endocrine glands ___. a. Are ductless b. Have ducts c. Do not secrete hormones d. Do not secrete directly into the blood

are ductless

where is the most common place to put a tag which identifies an animal? a. Auricle b. Nares c. Skin d. Vibrissae

auricle

which of the following is a strong, heated container used to decontaminate veterinary tools? a. Auto washer b. Autoclave c. Auto wave d. Auto decontaminator

autoclave

which of the following is the last step in the cleaning and sterilizing process of surgical instruments? a. Scrubbing b. Drying c. Autoclaving d. Soaking

autoclaving

which instrument is a drain used to release fluid or gas which has built up in an animal? a. Catheter b. Scalpel c. Cannula d. Syringe

cannula

identify the waste gas removed from the blood during expiration. a. Oxygen b. Carbon dioxide c. Water d. All of the above

carbon dioxide

which of the following is an emergency procedure used to keep the heart pumping and oxygen flowing? a. treatment of shock b. Hydrotherapy c. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation d. Control of bleeding

cardiopulmonary resuscitation

the usda regulates vaccines through which of the following centers? a. Center of Veterinary Biologics b. Center of Veterinary Medicine c. American Veterinary Center d. Center of Veterinary Rules

center of veterinary biologics

which piece of equipment is used for the separation of fluids by spinning the vessel holding the material at a high speed? a. Autoclave b. Ultrasound c. Centrifuge d. X-ray

centrifuge

in humans, which part of the brain contains 80 percent of its weight? a. Cerebrum b. Cerebellum c. Spiral cord d. Brain stem

cerebrum

which of the following is known as a hemostat? a. Needle holder b. Clamping forceps c. Scalpel d. Tubes

clamping forceps

which bone is present in humans, but absent in four legged animals? a. Skull b. Femur c. Clavicle d. Pelvis

clavicle

which of the following is called the area toward the head of the body? a. Cranial b. Proximal c. Distal d. Dorsal

cranial

which instrument records electrical activity of the heart over a period of time by placing electrode on a patient's body? a. Endoscope b. Ultrasound c. Electrocardiograph d. Radiograph

electrocardiograph

which of the following equipment does NOT allow for a visual examination of body parts? a. Ultrasound b. Radiograph c. Electrocardiograph d. Endoscopy

electrocardiograph

which of the following uses a device with a light attached to look inside a body cavity or organ? a. Endoscope b. Ultrasound c. Radiograph d. Electrocardiogram

endoscope

which of the following is NOT contained within the integumentary system? a. Skin b. Hair c. Eyes d. Nares

eyes

long bones are found in the wrist and ankle regions.

false

the small intestine is also known as the colon.

false

who enforces the animal drug use clarification act of 1994? a. FDA b. USDA c. OHSA d. AVMA

fda

which of the following tests any determine if an animal is infected with internal parasites? a. Urinalysis b. Fecal flotation c. Blood test d. Sensitivity test

fecal flotation

bile is stored and concentrated in the ___. a. Duodenum b. Appendix c. Gall bladder d. Cecum

gall bladder

keratin is NOT found in which of the following locations? a. Hair b. Hooves c. Head d. Tail

head