Section 9: Animal Nursing
A bitch''s food caloric needs are highest (A) During first trimester *(B) During the fourth week of lactation* (C) During third trimester (D) Just before weaning
A bitch''s food caloric needs are highest (A) During first trimester (B) During the fourth week of lactation (C) During third trimester (D) Just before weaning
A blood sampling from neonatal puppies and kittens is most easily obtained using the (A) Cephalic vein *(B) Jugular vein* (C) Lateral saphenous vein (D) Medial saphenous vein
A blood sampling from neonatal puppies and kittens is most easily obtained using the (A) Cephalic vein (B) Jugular vein (C) Lateral saphenous vein (D) Medial saphenous vein
A bull dog has what type of head shape *(A) Brachycephalic* (B) Dolichocephalic (C) Mesaticephalic (D) Prognacephalic
A bull dog has what type of head shape (A) Brachycephalic (B) Dolichocephalic (C) Mesaticephalic (D) Prognacephalic
A calorie is a very small unit that is not of practical use in the science of animal nutrition. The commonly used unit of measure is the kilcalorie. One kcal is equal to how many calories? (A) 10 (B) 100 *(C) 1000* (D) 10,000
A calorie is a very small unit that is not of practical use in the science of animal nutrition. The commonly used unit of measure is the kilcalorie. One kcal is equal to how many calories? (A) 10 (B) 100 (C) 1000 (D) 10,000
A canine patient is being held in right lateral for venipuncture. Which veins are most accessible? *(A) Left lateral saphenous* (B) Left medial saphenous (C) Right jugular (D) Right lateral saphenous
A canine patient is being held in right lateral for venipuncture. Which veins are most accessible? (A) Left lateral saphenous (B) Left medial saphenous (C) Right jugular (D) Right lateral saphenous
A cat is to receive 90 kcal of a canned food at each meal. The food has a caloric density of 3360 kcal per can. How much should cat be fed each meal? *(A) 0.25 can* (B) 0.20 can (C) 0.50 can (D) 1 can
A cat is to receive 90 kcal of a canned food at each meal. The food has a caloric density of 3360 kcal per can. How much should cat be fed each meal? (A) 0.25 can (B) 0.20 can (C) 0.50 can (D) 1 can
A cat needs need high protein. The cat needs all of the following except; *(A) Ascorbic acid* (B) Arachidonic acid (C) Preformed vitamin A (D) Taurine
A cat needs need high protein. The cat needs all of the following except; (A) Ascorbic acid (B) Arachidonic acid (C) Preformed vitamin A (D) Taurine
A cat requires 60 mg of a liquid medication of strength 120 mg/ml . What quantity of the medication should be given (A) 2.0 ml *(B) 0.5 ml* (C) 0.2 ml (D) 5.0 ml
A cat requires 60 mg of a liquid medication of strength 120 mg/ml . What quantity of the medication should be given (A) 2.0 ml (B) 0.5 ml (C) 0.2 ml (D) 5.0 ml
A causative agent of rhinopenumonitis is (A) Streptococcus equi *(B) Equine herpes virus* (C) Aspergillus spp (D) None of these
A causative agent of rhinopenumonitis is (A) Streptococcus equi (B) Equine herpes virus (C) Aspergillus spp (D) None of these
A chest tube is placed when an animal has (A) SQ emphysema (B) Pulmonary edema (C) Ascites *(D) Pneumothorax*
A chest tube is placed when an animal has (A) SQ emphysema (B) Pulmonary edema (C) Ascites (D) Pneumothorax
A comprehensive nutritional history for patients presenting with acute diarrhea could include (A) Ingestion of trash or any unusual foods (B) Diet fed (C) Household member responsible for feeding the pet *(D) All of the above*
A comprehensive nutritional history for patients presenting with acute diarrhea could include (A) Ingestion of trash or any unusual foods (B) Diet fed (C) Household member responsible for feeding the pet (D) All of the above
A condition characterized by accumulation of fluid in the uterus and one of the more corpus lutea in the ovaries is known as (A) Fetal membranes (B) Metritis *(C) Pseudopregnancy* (D) Milk fever
A condition characterized by accumulation of fluid in the uterus and one of the more corpus lutea in the ovaries is known as (A) Fetal membranes (B) Metritis (C) Pseudopregnancy (D) Milk fever
A contagious viral disease that produces limb swelling in horses (A) Equine infectious anemia *(B) Equine viral arteritis* (C) Heaves (D) Herpes
A contagious viral disease that produces limb swelling in horses (A) Equine infectious anemia (B) Equine viral arteritis (C) Heaves (D) Herpes
A decrease in albumin may occur in cases experiencing (A) Chronic liver disease (B) Carnivorous diet *(C) Gastroenteritis* (D) Vegetarian diet
A decrease in albumin may occur in cases experiencing (A) Chronic liver disease (B) Carnivorous diet (C) Gastroenteritis (D) Vegetarian diet
A device used to help make the vein of the limb stand out (A) Capture pole (B) Elizabethan collar (C) Muzzle *(D) Tourniquet*
A device used to help make the vein of the limb stand out (A) Capture pole (B) Elizabethan collar (C) Muzzle (D) Tourniquet
A disease that is not caused by microorganisms but is usually a result of a disturbance in the normal metabolism of the animal is (A) Contagious disease (B) Infectious disease *(C) Noninfectious disease* (D) Redistribution
A disease that is not caused by microorganisms but is usually a result of a disturbance in the normal metabolism of the animal is (A) Contagious disease (B) Infectious disease (C) Noninfectious disease (D) Redistribution
A dog on IV fluids has initially received 25% of the 1000 ml in the IV bag. How many ml has it r received? (A) 100 ml *(B) 250 ml* (C) 350 ml (D) 500 ml
A dog on IV fluids has initially received 25% of the 1000 ml in the IV bag. How many ml has it r received? (A) 100 ml (B) 250 ml (C) 350 ml (D) 500 ml
A horse's tail can indicate his/her attitude. What does a horse do with the tail when he/she has fear (A) Wringing or circling (B) Head straight down *(C) Tightly clamped* (D) Held with an arch
A horse's tail can indicate his/her attitude. What does a horse do with the tail when he/she has fear (A) Wringing or circling (B) Head straight down (C) Tightly clamped (D) Held with an arch
A hurdle is used to capture (A) Sheep (B) Cows *(C) Pigs* (D) Horses
A hurdle is used to capture (A) Sheep (B) Cows (C) Pigs (D) Horses
A lack of digestion is referred to as (A) Bardypeptic *(B) Apepsia* (C) Monogastric (D) Anastomosis
A lack of digestion is referred to as (A) Bardypeptic (B) Apepsia (C) Monogastric (D) Anastomosis
A male donkey that has not been castrated and is capable of breeding is referred to as (A) Jenny (B) Dam *(C) Jack* (D) Sire
A male donkey that has not been castrated and is capable of breeding is referred to as (A) Jenny (B) Dam (C) Jack (D) Sire
A nervous dog should be taken out of its cage by (A) Throwing a slip lead onto the neck and pulling them out *(B) Luring animal out with quiet, gentle urging, standing clear of the door* (C) Quickly adjusting your position, reacting to each movement the patient and making sure the dogs knows that they cannot escape (D) Reaching into the cage with your bare hands to restrain the animals
A nervous dog should be taken out of its cage by (A) Throwing a slip lead onto the neck and pulling them out (B) Luring animal out with quiet, gentle urging, standing clear of the door (C) Quickly adjusting your position, reacting to each movement the patient and making sure the dogs knows that they cannot escape (D) Reaching into the cage with your bare hands to restrain the animals
A paraneoplastic syndrome manifested by weight loss and a decrease in body condition, despite adequate nutritional intake is known as (A) Cancer anorexia *(B) Cancer cachexia* (C) Inappetence (D) None of the above
A paraneoplastic syndrome manifested by weight loss and a decrease in body condition, despite adequate nutritional intake is known as (A) Cancer anorexia (B) Cancer cachexia (C) Inappetence (D) None of the above
A prescription for a controlled substance must be signed and dated when issued. The prescription must include patients full name and address, the practitioners full name address, and the practitioners DEA number. Which of the following is not required on the prescription? (A) Drug name and strength (B) Quantity prescribed and # of refills authorized (C) Directions for me *(D) Drug manufacturer's name and address*
A prescription for a controlled substance must be signed and dated when issued. The prescription must include patients full name and address, the practitioners full name address, and the practitioners DEA number. Which of the following is not required on the prescription? (A) Drug name and strength (B) Quantity prescribed and # of refills authorized (C) Directions for me (D) Drug manufacturer's name and address
A respiratory disease that produces swelling of abscess of the submandibular and retropharyngeal lymph nodes is known as *(A) Strangles* (B) Equine influenza (C) Herpes (D) Viral arteritis
A respiratory disease that produces swelling of abscess of the submandibular and retropharyngeal lymph nodes is known as (A) Strangles (B) Equine influenza (C) Herpes (D) Viral arteritis
A semipermanent feeding tube may be placed in all of the following ways except (A) Through the nose (B) Through pharyngostomy site (C) Through gastrostomy site *(D) Through the mouth*
A semipermanent feeding tube may be placed in all of the following ways except (A) Through the nose (B) Through pharyngostomy site (C) Through gastrostomy site (D) Through the mouth
A symptom of botulism is *(A) Dysphagia* (B) Bruxism (C) Pyrexia (D) Trachycardia
A symptom of botulism is (A) Dysphagia (B) Bruxism (C) Pyrexia (D) Trachycardia
A traumatic cause of OA in dogs indicates obesity as a risk factor. What is the most common traumatic cause of OA in dogs *(A) Rupture cruciate ligaments* (B) Torn achilles group (C) Hip dysplasia (D) Phalangeal fracture
A traumatic cause of OA in dogs indicates obesity as a risk factor. What is the most common traumatic cause of OA in dogs (A) Rupture cruciate ligaments (B) Torn achilles group (C) Hip dysplasia (D) Phalangeal fracture
A urolith is a pathologic stone formed from mineral salts found in the urinary tract. Which of the following is not a factor in the formation of uroliths? (A) Urine pH (B) Urine concentration (C) Urine saturation *(D) Urine protein*
A urolith is a pathologic stone formed from mineral salts found in the urinary tract. Which of the following is not a factor in the formation of uroliths? (A) Urine pH (B) Urine concentration (C) Urine saturation (D) Urine protein
A vascular abnormality in which the hepatic portal vein empties directly into the caudal vena cava (A) Hepatic lipidosis *(B) Portosystemic shunt* (C) Cardiomyopathy (D) Aortic stenosis
A vascular abnormality in which the hepatic portal vein empties directly into the caudal vena cava (A) Hepatic lipidosis (B) Portosystemic shunt (C) Cardiomyopathy (D) Aortic stenosis
AAFCO feeding trials are used to evaluate pet foods in all of the following life stages except *(A) Senior* (B) Gestation and lactation (C) Adult maintenance (D) Growth
AAFCO feeding trials are used to evaluate pet foods in all of the following life stages except (A) Senior (B) Gestation and lactation (C) Adult maintenance (D) Growth
AVDC position statement indicates it is appropriate for vet techs to perform *(A) Dental cleanings* (B) Root canals (C) Surgical extractions (D) All of the above
AVDC position statement indicates it is appropriate for vet techs to perform (A) Dental cleanings (B) Root canals (C) Surgical extractions (D) All of the above
AVDC supports veterinary technicians with advanced training who are performing which of the following (A) Charting dental lesions (B) Taking dental radiographs (C) Performing nonsurgical subgingival root planning *(D) All of the above*
AVDC supports veterinary technicians with advanced training who are performing which of the following (A) Charting dental lesions (B) Taking dental radiographs (C) Performing nonsurgical subgingival root planning (D) All of the above
Abnormalities in potassium or magnesium homeostasis may occur all of the following except (A) Cardiac dysrhythmias *(B) Increase in myocardial contractility* (C) Profound muscle weakness (D) Potentiation of drug effects
Abnormalities in potassium or magnesium homeostasis may occur all of the following except (A) Cardiac dysrhythmias (B) Increase in myocardial contractility (C) Profound muscle weakness (D) Potentiation of drug effects
Abscesses are generally allowed to heal open to provide continuous drainage. This type of wound healing is (A) Primary intention *(B) Second intention* (C) Third intention (D) Fourth intention
Abscesses are generally allowed to heal open to provide continuous drainage. This type of wound healing is (A) Primary intention (B) Second intention (C) Third intention (D) Fourth intention
According to AAFCO, pet food indicating beef on label must have how much beef in the food *(A) 70%* (B) 50% (C) 40% (D) 25%
According to AAFCO, pet food indicating beef on label must have how much beef in the food (A) 70% (B) 50% (C) 40% (D) 25%
Accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity (A) Auscultate (B) Infarct *(C) Ascites* (D) Edema
Accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity (A) Auscultate (B) Infarct (C) Ascites (D) Edema
Accumulation of inflammatory cells within the lining of the small intestine, stomach, or large bowel is known as (A) Acute gastritis (B) Chronic gastritis *(C) Inflammatory bowel disease* (D) Colitis
Accumulation of inflammatory cells within the lining of the small intestine, stomach, or large bowel is known as (A) Acute gastritis (B) Chronic gastritis (C) Inflammatory bowel disease (D) Colitis
Accumulation of triglycerides in the liver (A) Renal lipidosis *(B) Hepatic lipidosis* (C) Hyperthryoidism (D) Hypothyroidism
Accumulation of triglycerides in the liver (A) Renal lipidosis (B) Hepatic lipidosis (C) Hyperthryoidism (D) Hypothyroidism
Acne onset of hepatic disease may result from all of the following except; (A) Acetaminophen (B) Phenobarbital (C) Antifungals *(D) Vitamin K*
Acne onset of hepatic disease may result from all of the following except; (A) Acetaminophen (B) Phenobarbital (C) Antifungals (D) Vitamin K
Acute diarrhea is usually caused by (A) Malignancy *(B) Diet or dietary indiscretion* (C) Histoplasmosis (D) Pythiosis
Acute diarrhea is usually caused by (A) Malignancy (B) Diet or dietary indiscretion (C) Histoplasmosis (D) Pythiosis
Acute diarrhea usually results from? (A) Diet (B) Parasites (C) Infectious disease *(D) All of the above*
Acute diarrhea usually results from? (A) Diet (B) Parasites (C) Infectious disease (D) All of the above
Acute renal failure in horses most often a result of (A) Colic *(B) Toxicity* (C) Age (D) Hereditary factors
Acute renal failure in horses most often a result of (A) Colic (B) Toxicity (C) Age (D) Hereditary factors
Addison's disease is also known as which of the following (A) Hyperadrenocorticialism *(B) Hypoadrenocorticism* (C) Hypothyroidism (D) Hyperthyroidism
Addison's disease is also known as which of the following (A) Hyperadrenocorticialism (B) Hypoadrenocorticism (C) Hypothyroidism (D) Hyperthyroidism
Adverse reaction to food is (A) Abnormal response to an ingested toxin *(B) Abnormal response to an ingested food* (C) Abnormal response to an inhaled food (D) Abnormal response to an inhaled toxin
Adverse reaction to food is (A) Abnormal response to an ingested toxin (B) Abnormal response to an ingested food (C) Abnormal response to an inhaled food (D) Abnormal response to an inhaled toxin
Adverse reaction to food is an abnormal response to what? (A) Ingested toxin *(B) Ingested food* (C) Inhaled food (D) Inhaled toxin
Adverse reaction to food is an abnormal response to what? (A) Ingested toxin (B) Ingested food (C) Inhaled food (D) Inhaled toxin
After medical resolution of colic, horses should be fed? (A) Twice daily (B) Three times daily *(C) Frequent, small meals* (D) Calorically dense food
After medical resolution of colic, horses should be fed? (A) Twice daily (B) Three times daily (C) Frequent, small meals (D) Calorically dense food
All but one of the following make up the five vital assessments (A) Temperature (B) Pain *(C) Weight* (D) Nutrition
All but one of the following make up the five vital assessments (A) Temperature (B) Pain (C) Weight (D) Nutrition
All of the following are adverse side effects with the use of corticosteroid in horses except (A) Laminitis *(B) Anuria* (C) Progression of joint disease (D) Poor wound healing
All of the following are adverse side effects with the use of corticosteroid in horses except (A) Laminitis (B) Anuria (C) Progression of joint disease (D) Poor wound healing
All of the following are among most common diagnosed skin disorders in cats except (A) Miliary dermatitis (B) Eosinophilic granuloma complex (C) Adverse reaction to food *(D) Hyperthyroidism*
All of the following are among most common diagnosed skin disorders in cats except (A) Miliary dermatitis (B) Eosinophilic granuloma complex (C) Adverse reaction to food (D) Hyperthyroidism
All of the following are clinical signs a horse may show when experiencing respiratory disease except.. (A) Stertor (B) Bilateral nasal discharge *(C) Bradycardia* (D) Cough
All of the following are clinical signs a horse may show when experiencing respiratory disease except.. (A) Stertor (B) Bilateral nasal discharge (C) Bradycardia (D) Cough
All of the following are common locations for decubital ulcers except; (A) Pelvis (B) Elbow (C) Head *(D) Hock*
All of the following are common locations for decubital ulcers except; (A) Pelvis (B) Elbow (C) Head (D) Hock
All of the following are core vaccines except (A) Modified live panleukopenia (B) Herpes-calicivirus *(C) Leukemia* (D) Rabies
All of the following are core vaccines except (A) Modified live panleukopenia (B) Herpes-calicivirus (C) Leukemia (D) Rabies
All of the following are distraction techniques for an equine patient except; (A) Rocking an ear (B) Skin roll (C) Hand twitch *(D) Tail jacking*
All of the following are distraction techniques for an equine patient except; (A) Rocking an ear (B) Skin roll (C) Hand twitch (D) Tail jacking
All of the following are examples of viral equine encephalitis except (A) Eastern (B) Western *(C) Pacific* (D) West nile
All of the following are examples of viral equine encephalitis except (A) Eastern (B) Western (C) Pacific (D) West nile
All of the following are risk factors for developing osteoarthritis in dogs except (A) Trauma (B) Obesity (C) Large/giant breeds *(D) Spaying or neutering*
All of the following are risk factors for developing osteoarthritis in dogs except (A) Trauma (B) Obesity (C) Large/giant breeds (D) Spaying or neutering
All of the following are signs of anxiety in a dog except *(A) Ears stand tall* (B) An averted gaze (C) Raise hair along back (D) Tail straight out
All of the following are signs of anxiety in a dog except (A) Ears stand tall (B) An averted gaze (C) Raise hair along back (D) Tail straight out
All of the following are symptoms of hyperthryoid except *(A) Weight gain* (B) Polyphagia (C) Vomiting (D) Increased appetite
All of the following are symptoms of hyperthryoid except (A) Weight gain (B) Polyphagia (C) Vomiting (D) Increased appetite
All of the following can result from colitis in hoses, except: (A) Endotoxemia (B) Electrolyte loss *(C) Hypervolemia* (D) Hypovolemia
All of the following can result from colitis in hoses, except: (A) Endotoxemia (B) Electrolyte loss (C) Hypervolemia (D) Hypovolemia
All of the following contribute to PU/PD in a horse except (A) Lactation (B) Psychogenic water drinking *(C) Glucocorticoid administration* (D) Acute renal failure
All of the following contribute to PU/PD in a horse except (A) Lactation (B) Psychogenic water drinking (C) Glucocorticoid administration (D) Acute renal failure
All of the following disease are of orthopedic descent except (A) Osteochondrosis dessicans *(B) Von willebrands disease* (C) Panosteitis (D) Arthritis
All of the following disease are of orthopedic descent except (A) Osteochondrosis dessicans (B) Von willebrands disease (C) Panosteitis (D) Arthritis
All of the following info should be provided to clients when their pet has been diagnosed with IBD except (A) Definitive diagnosis require a biopsy *(B) The Therapy will only be required until clinical signs resolve* (C) Special diet will be required for remainder of life (D) Pets cannot eat table food
All of the following info should be provided to clients when their pet has been diagnosed with IBD except (A) Definitive diagnosis require a biopsy (B) The Therapy will only be required until clinical signs resolve (C) Special diet will be required for remainder of life (D) Pets cannot eat table food
All of the following procedures can be completed with a feline patient in sternal except (A) Administration of ophthalmic meds (B) Sq injections *(C) Cystocentesis* (D) Cleaning ears
All of the following procedures can be completed with a feline patient in sternal except (A) Administration of ophthalmic meds (B) Sq injections (C) Cystocentesis (D) Cleaning ears
All of the following processes should be completed for piglets raised in confinement except (A) Iron injections at 3 days of age (B) Clipping needle teeth (C) Tail docking *(D) Removing dewclaws*
All of the following processes should be completed for piglets raised in confinement except (A) Iron injections at 3 days of age (B) Clipping needle teeth (C) Tail docking (D) Removing dewclaws
All of the following would be considered a core vaccine except (A) Distemper (B) Rabies (C) Canine adenovirus *(D) Leptospira*
All of the following would be considered a core vaccine except (A) Distemper (B) Rabies (C) Canine adenovirus (D) Leptospira
All of these are typical clinical signs of advanced arthritis in dogs except *(A) Reduced appetite* (B) Stiffness (C) Lameness (D) Difficulty in rising
All of these are typical clinical signs of advanced arthritis in dogs except (A) Reduced appetite (B) Stiffness (C) Lameness (D) Difficulty in rising
An abnormally low white blood cell count is referred to as (A) Normocytic (B) Leukocytosis *(C) Leukopenia* (D) Anemia
An abnormally low white blood cell count is referred to as (A) Normocytic (B) Leukocytosis (C) Leukopenia (D) Anemia
An allergic response that is life threatening is a result of (A) Agglutination (B) Hemolysis (C) DIC *(D) Anaphylaxis*
An allergic response that is life threatening is a result of (A) Agglutination (B) Hemolysis (C) DIC (D) Anaphylaxis
An atypical heart sound associated with a functional or structural valve abnormality is known as (A) Arrhythmia (B) Fibrillation *(C) Murmur* (D) Infarct
An atypical heart sound associated with a functional or structural valve abnormality is known as (A) Arrhythmia (B) Fibrillation (C) Murmur (D) Infarct
An equine that is about to turn 1 year old is referred to as *(A) Yearling* (B) Foaling (C) Weanling (D) Filly
An equine that is about to turn 1 year old is referred to as (A) Yearling (B) Foaling (C) Weanling (D) Filly
An intravenously delivered solution that distributes evenly throughout the interstital and intravascular space *(A) Isotonic* (B) Hypotonic (C) Hypertonic (D) 0.45% sodium chloride
An intravenously delivered solution that distributes evenly throughout the interstital and intravascular space (A) Isotonic (B) Hypotonic (C) Hypertonic (D) 0.45% sodium chloride
An overgrowth of scar tissue at the site of injury is known as (A) Papule (B) Petechia (C) Laceration *(D) Keloid*
An overgrowth of scar tissue at the site of injury is known as (A) Papule (B) Petechia (C) Laceration (D) Keloid
Anatomical term synarthroses refers to *(A) Fibrous joints* (B) Palatine bones (C) Vomer bone (D) Pterygoid bones
Anatomical term synarthroses refers to (A) Fibrous joints (B) Palatine bones (C) Vomer bone (D) Pterygoid bones
Anemia associated with icterus (A) Responsive (B) Nonresponsive *(C) Hemolytic* (D) Megaloblastic
Anemia associated with icterus (A) Responsive (B) Nonresponsive (C) Hemolytic (D) Megaloblastic
Another term for exertional rhabdomyolysis is (A) Polydipsia *(B) Azoturia* (C) Anorexia (D) Pyrexia
Another term for exertional rhabdomyolysis is (A) Polydipsia (B) Azoturia (C) Anorexia (D) Pyrexia
Antebrachium is made up of? (A) Humerus and radius (B) Humerus and scapula *(C) Ulna and radius* (D) Radius and scapula
Antebrachium is made up of? (A) Humerus and radius (B) Humerus and scapula (C) Ulna and radius (D) Radius and scapula
Anterior drawer movement detects problems with (A) Elbow *(B) Stifle* (C) Hip (D) Hock
Anterior drawer movement detects problems with (A) Elbow (B) Stifle (C) Hip (D) Hock
Anuria is (A) Decreased urine output (B) Decreased drinking *(C) Complete lack of urine production* (D) Excessive drinking
Anuria is (A) Decreased urine output (B) Decreased drinking (C) Complete lack of urine production (D) Excessive drinking
Arterial blood is most commonly used to analyze (A) Hematology *(B) Blood gases* (C) Blood chemistry (D) Organ function tests
Arterial blood is most commonly used to analyze (A) Hematology (B) Blood gases (C) Blood chemistry (D) Organ function tests
As a dog or cat transitions from immature to mature, the recommended diet change is for the (A) Increase in calories *(B) Decrease in fat and increase in fiber* (C) Addition of table scraps (D) Decrease in fiber
As a dog or cat transitions from immature to mature, the recommended diet change is for the (A) Increase in calories (B) Decrease in fat and increase in fiber (C) Addition of table scraps (D) Decrease in fiber
At what age do permanent canine and premolar teeth in dogs erupt (A) 3-5 months *(B) 4-6 months* (C) 5-7 months (D) 6-8 months
At what age do permanent canine and premolar teeth in dogs erupt (A) 3-5 months (B) 4-6 months (C) 5-7 months (D) 6-8 months
BRDS which affects primarily feedlot calves and dairy calves younger than 6 months of age is caused by (A) Respiratory viruses (B) Bacteria (C) Stress *(D) All of the above*
BRDS which affects primarily feedlot calves and dairy calves younger than 6 months of age is caused by (A) Respiratory viruses (B) Bacteria (C) Stress (D) All of the above
Because Guinea pigs lack enzyme involved in synthesizing glucose to ascorbic acid, they require a dietary source of which of the following (A) Vitamin K (B) Vitamin B *(C) Vitamin C* (D) All of these
Because Guinea pigs lack enzyme involved in synthesizing glucose to ascorbic acid, they require a dietary source of which of the following (A) Vitamin K (B) Vitamin B (C) Vitamin C (D) All of these
Blood levels of total bilirubin are used primarily to evaluate function of? (A) kidneys *(B) Liver* (C) Pancreas (D) Bile ducts
Blood levels of total bilirubin are used primarily to evaluate function of? (A) kidneys (B) Liver (C) Pancreas (D) Bile ducts
Bones of the head and trunk are called *(A) Axial skeleton* (B) Appendicular skeleton (C) Visceral skeleton (D) Metacarpal bones
Bones of the head and trunk are called (A) Axial skeleton (B) Appendicular skeleton (C) Visceral skeleton (D) Metacarpal bones
Bovine viral diarrhea can manifest with all the following clinical symptoms except; (A) Oral ulcers (B) Pyrexia *(C) Bloat* (D) Lethargy
Bovine viral diarrhea can manifest with all the following clinical symptoms except; (A) Oral ulcers (B) Pyrexia (C) Bloat (D) Lethargy
CS of rumen indigestion include all of the following except (A) Anorexia (B) Malodorous diarrhea (C) Reduced rumen fertility *(D) Increased rumen motility*
CS of rumen indigestion include all of the following except (A) Anorexia (B) Malodorous diarrhea (C) Reduced rumen fertility (D) Increased rumen motility
Calf scours is common among young dairy and beef calves, and it is characterized by (A) Muscle weakness *(B) Diarrhea* (C) Hyperglycemia (D) Hyperthermia
Calf scours is common among young dairy and beef calves, and it is characterized by (A) Muscle weakness (B) Diarrhea (C) Hyperglycemia (D) Hyperthermia
Caseous lymphadenitis is (A) Most commonly cause of lymph node abscess in small ruminants (B) Major cause of carcass condemnation in sheep (C) Endemic *(D) All of the above*
Caseous lymphadenitis is (A) Most commonly cause of lymph node abscess in small ruminants (B) Major cause of carcass condemnation in sheep (C) Endemic (D) All of the above
Cats act hungry and tend to overeat should be (A) Free fed *(B) Meal fed twice per day* (C) Fed once a day (D) Fed once a week
Cats act hungry and tend to overeat should be (A) Free fed (B) Meal fed twice per day (C) Fed once a day (D) Fed once a week
Cats exposed to feline leukemia may respond in all of the following ways except; (A) Not becoming infected (B) Becoming temporarily infected, developing immunity, and overcoming the infection (C) Becoming infected and continuing to shed the virus indefinitely without becoming ill *(D) Becoming infected, becoming ill within 3 days, and dying within a week*
Cats exposed to feline leukemia may respond in all of the following ways except; (A) Not becoming infected (B) Becoming temporarily infected, developing immunity, and overcoming the infection (C) Becoming infected and continuing to shed the virus indefinitely without becoming ill (D) Becoming infected, becoming ill within 3 days, and dying within a week
Causes of congenital heart disease include all of the following except; (A) Genetics *(B) Viruses* (C) Nutrients (D) Drugs
Causes of congenital heart disease include all of the following except; (A) Genetics (B) Viruses (C) Nutrients (D) Drugs
Chondroitin sulfates are an example of (A) Flavor enhancement *(B) Nutraceuticals* (C) Dentifrices (D) Parenteral medications
Chondroitin sulfates are an example of (A) Flavor enhancement (B) Nutraceuticals (C) Dentifrices (D) Parenteral medications
Chronic hepatitis may be the result of: *(A) Copper accumulation, infectious diseases, drugs* (B) Breed-associated hepatitis, autoimmune disease, copper deficiency (C) Infectious disease, unknown etiology, zinc accumulation (D) Autoimmune disease, vitamin K deficiency, drugs
Chronic hepatitis may be the result of: (A) Copper accumulation, infectious diseases, drugs (B) Breed-associated hepatitis, autoimmune disease, copper deficiency (C) Infectious disease, unknown etiology, zinc accumulation (D) Autoimmune disease, vitamin K deficiency, drugs
Chronic mitral valvular disease (endocardiosis) affects more than one third of patients older than (A) 2 years (B) 5 years (C) 8 years *(D) 10 years*
Chronic mitral valvular disease (endocardiosis) affects more than one third of patients older than (A) 2 years (B) 5 years (C) 8 years (D) 10 years
Chronic renal disease is one of the diseases seen most commonly in geriatric patients, especially cats. In addition to causing increased polyuria and polydipsia, renal disease may also cause (A) Anemia (B) Anorexia (C) Gastric upset *(D) All of the above*
Chronic renal disease is one of the diseases seen most commonly in geriatric patients, especially cats. In addition to causing increased polyuria and polydipsia, renal disease may also cause (A) Anemia (B) Anorexia (C) Gastric upset (D) All of the above
Clear fluid removed from thoracic cavity is known as *(A) Pleural effusion* (B) Pulmonary edema (C) Ascites (D) Pyothorax
Clear fluid removed from thoracic cavity is known as (A) Pleural effusion (B) Pulmonary edema (C) Ascites (D) Pyothorax
Clinical signs associated with endotoxemia include *(A) Fever* (B) Bradycardia (C) Cyaontic mucous membranes (D) Leukocytosis
Clinical signs associated with endotoxemia include (A) Fever (B) Bradycardia (C) Cyaontic mucous membranes (D) Leukocytosis
Clinical signs associated with liver disease could include *(A) Melena* (B) Anuria (C) Weight gain (D) Hyposalivation
Clinical signs associated with liver disease could include (A) Melena (B) Anuria (C) Weight gain (D) Hyposalivation
Clinical signs of acute gastritis may include *(A) Anorexia* (B) Polyuria (C) Polydipsia (D) Anuria
Clinical signs of acute gastritis may include (A) Anorexia (B) Polyuria (C) Polydipsia (D) Anuria
Clinical signs of gastric ulcers includes *(A) Bruxism* (B) Pyrexia (C) Hyposalivation (D) All of the above
Clinical signs of gastric ulcers includes (A) Bruxism (B) Pyrexia (C) Hyposalivation (D) All of the above
Clinical signs that many indicate large intestinal diarrhea include (A) Halitosis (B) Borborygmus *(C) Tenesmus* (D) Steatorrhea
Clinical signs that many indicate large intestinal diarrhea include (A) Halitosis (B) Borborygmus (C) Tenesmus (D) Steatorrhea
Clinical signs that may indicate small intestine diarrhea include (A) Mucus *(B) Hematochezia* (C) Increase stool volume (D) Dyschezia
Clinical signs that may indicate small intestine diarrhea include (A) Mucus (B) Hematochezia (C) Increase stool volume (D) Dyschezia
Clinical symptoms of milk fever include *(A) Staggering gate* (B) Bilateral nasal discharge (C) Polyuria (D) Lacrimation
Clinical symptoms of milk fever include (A) Staggering gate (B) Bilateral nasal discharge (C) Polyuria (D) Lacrimation
Coagulation tests useful for diagnosing *(A) Rodenticide poisoning* (B) Thyroid function (C) Adrenal function (D) Ethylene glycol toxicity
Coagulation tests useful for diagnosing (A) Rodenticide poisoning (B) Thyroid function (C) Adrenal function (D) Ethylene glycol toxicity
Collection of blood in cranial portion of ventral cavity (A) Pneumothorax (B) Pneumonia *(C) Hematothorax* (D) Hemostasis
Collection of blood in cranial portion of ventral cavity (A) Pneumothorax (B) Pneumonia (C) Hematothorax (D) Hemostasis
Colloid solutions are used for expansion of the patient plasma volume. Which of the following fluids are a colloid (A) Dextrose 5% in water *(B) Hetastarch* (C) Lactated ringers solution (D) Normosol R
Colloid solutions are used for expansion of the patient plasma volume. Which of the following fluids are a colloid (A) Dextrose 5% in water (B) Hetastarch (C) Lactated ringers solution (D) Normosol R
Colostrum ingestion terminates ___ post birth (A) 8 hours (B) 12 hours *(C) 24 hours* (D) 48 hours
Colostrum ingestion terminates ___ post birth (A) 8 hours (B) 12 hours (C) 24 hours (D) 48 hours
Common sign of saddle thrombus is (A) Acute onset of front leg pain/paresis *(B) Acute onset of rear leg pain/paresis* (C) Bright red footpads (D) Bounding pulses in rear limbs
Common sign of saddle thrombus is (A) Acute onset of front leg pain/paresis (B) Acute onset of rear leg pain/paresis (C) Bright red footpads (D) Bounding pulses in rear limbs
Common signs of bacterial infections of the urinary tract include hematuria, pollakiuria, urinating in inappropriate places, and which of the following? (A) Azotemia (B) Dehydration *(C) Dysuria* (D) Elevated BUN
Common signs of bacterial infections of the urinary tract include hematuria, pollakiuria, urinating in inappropriate places, and which of the following? (A) Azotemia (B) Dehydration (C) Dysuria (D) Elevated BUN
Common symptoms of diabetes in both dogs/cats include (A) Bradypnea/bradycardiac *(B) PU/PD* (C) Weight gain and pitting edema (D) All of the above
Common symptoms of diabetes in both dogs/cats include (A) Bradypnea/bradycardiac (B) PU/PD (C) Weight gain and pitting edema (D) All of the above
Complication of colitis in an equine patient could include *(A) Founder* (B) Stertor (C) Stridor (D) Bruxism
Complication of colitis in an equine patient could include (A) Founder (B) Stertor (C) Stridor (D) Bruxism
Conditions that may induce a coughing reflex include all of the following except; (A) Bronchitis (B) Infectious rhinotracheitis *(C) Intestinal foreign body* (D) Left-sided congestive heart failure
Conditions that may induce a coughing reflex include all of the following except; (A) Bronchitis (B) Infectious rhinotracheitis (C) Intestinal foreign body (D) Left-sided congestive heart failure
Consumption of colostrum after being born is important to a neonates health because (A) Neonate requires calories to start growing (B) Colostrum strengthens bond between mother and neonate *(C) Passive acquirement of immunoglobulins strengthen the immune system* (D) Colostrum has a palatable taste that encourages neonates to continue suckling
Consumption of colostrum after being born is important to a neonates health because (A) Neonate requires calories to start growing (B) Colostrum strengthens bond between mother and neonate (C) Passive acquirement of immunoglobulins strengthen the immune system (D) Colostrum has a palatable taste that encourages neonates to continue suckling
Contagious ecthyma is a common viral disease of small ruminants that is zoonotic. What is this disease also known as (A) Orf (B) Sore mouth (C) Sorf *(D) A and B*
Contagious ecthyma is a common viral disease of small ruminants that is zoonotic. What is this disease also known as (A) Orf (B) Sore mouth (C) Sorf (D) A and B
Copper storage disease is most prevalent in (A) Afghan hounds *(B) Bedlington terriers* (C) Pekinese dogs (D) Cats
Copper storage disease is most prevalent in (A) Afghan hounds (B) Bedlington terriers (C) Pekinese dogs (D) Cats
Copper toxicity results from accumulation of copper in the *(A) Liver* (B) Kidneys (C) Gallbladder (D) Lymph nodes
Copper toxicity results from accumulation of copper in the (A) Liver (B) Kidneys (C) Gallbladder (D) Lymph nodes
Coritcosteorid are used for which of the following (A) Decreasing appetite (B) Stimulating tear production *(C) Increasing appetite* (D) Improving hair coat
Coritcosteorid are used for which of the following (A) Decreasing appetite (B) Stimulating tear production (C) Increasing appetite (D) Improving hair coat
Coupage is contraindicated in patients that have (A) Proptosed eye *(B) Fractured ribs* (C) Pulmonary disease (D) Fractured femur
Coupage is contraindicated in patients that have (A) Proptosed eye (B) Fractured ribs (C) Pulmonary disease (D) Fractured femur
Current recommendations for feeding critically ill patients are to begin feeding equal to a patients estimated *(A) RER* (B) RER x 2 (C) RER x 4 (D) DER x 4
Current recommendations for feeding critically ill patients are to begin feeding equal to a patients estimated (A) RER (B) RER x 2 (C) RER x 4 (D) DER x 4
Current recommended location for administering rabies vaccine to a cat is (A) Between shoulder blades (B) Right shoulder *(C) Right rear leg* (D) Left rear leg
Current recommended location for administering rabies vaccine to a cat is (A) Between shoulder blades (B) Right shoulder (C) Right rear leg (D) Left rear leg
Currently the best treatments for cats with FIC include (A) Nutritional management (B) Environmental enrichment (C) Stress reduction *(D) All of the above*
Currently the best treatments for cats with FIC include (A) Nutritional management (B) Environmental enrichment (C) Stress reduction (D) All of the above
Deficiencies in iron may result in anemia. Which of these minerals may also cause anemia if deficient in a dog or cat diet? (A) Calcium (B) Phosphorus *(C) Copper* (D) Zinc
Deficiencies in iron may result in anemia. Which of these minerals may also cause anemia if deficient in a dog or cat diet? (A) Calcium (B) Phosphorus (C) Copper (D) Zinc
Dehydration is frequently encountered in patients suffering from GI disorders. Which factor causes this? (A) Reduced oral water consumption (B) Vomiting (C) Diarrhea *(D) All of the above*
Dehydration is frequently encountered in patients suffering from GI disorders. Which factor causes this? (A) Reduced oral water consumption (B) Vomiting (C) Diarrhea (D) All of the above
Dermatophilosis in horses also known as (A) Ringworm *(B) Rain rot* (C) Culicoides hypersensitivity (D) Arcoid
Dermatophilosis in horses also known as (A) Ringworm (B) Rain rot (C) Culicoides hypersensitivity (D) Arcoid
Diagnostic evaluation of felines with recurrent or persistent lower urinary tract signs should include (A) Urinalysis (B) Diagnostic imaging (C) Thyroid testing *(D) A and B*
Diagnostic evaluation of felines with recurrent or persistent lower urinary tract signs should include (A) Urinalysis (B) Diagnostic imaging (C) Thyroid testing (D) A and B
Diarrhea is a common clinical sign of which zoonotic disease (A) Parvo *(B) Campylobacteriosis* (C) Feline infectious enteritis (D) Inflammatory bowel disease
Diarrhea is a common clinical sign of which zoonotic disease (A) Parvo (B) Campylobacteriosis (C) Feline infectious enteritis (D) Inflammatory bowel disease
Difference between nutrient amount consumed and amount absorbed is (A) Dry-matter basis (B) Energy density *(C) Digestibility* (D) Hydrolyzation
Difference between nutrient amount consumed and amount absorbed is (A) Dry-matter basis (B) Energy density (C) Digestibility (D) Hydrolyzation
Dog weights 88 lb. What is dogs weight in kilograms? (A) 20 kg (B) 24 kg *(C) 40 kg* (D) 44 kg
Dog weights 88 lb. What is dogs weight in kilograms? (A) 20 kg (B) 24 kg (C) 40 kg (D) 44 kg
Dog with abnormally short mandible (A) Prognathism *(B) Brachygnathism* (C) Mesaticephalic (D) Dolichocephalic
Dog with abnormally short mandible (A) Prognathism (B) Brachygnathism (C) Mesaticephalic (D) Dolichocephalic
Dogs and cats with diabetes mellitus (DM) typically present to the veterinary hospital with which of the following signs? *(A) Polydipsia and lethargy* (B) Weight gain and lethargy (C) Lethargy and chronic kidney disease (D) All of the above
Dogs and cats with diabetes mellitus (DM) typically present to the veterinary hospital with which of the following signs? (A) Polydipsia and lethargy (B) Weight gain and lethargy (C) Lethargy and chronic kidney disease (D) All of the above
Dogs have all of the following teeth except (A) Canines *(B) Elodont teeth* (C) Molars (D) Premolas
Dogs have all of the following teeth except (A) Canines (B) Elodont teeth (C) Molars (D) Premolas
During emergency intubation, the cranial nerve ____ may be stimulated, resulting in ___ (A) 1; bradycardia (B) IV; tachycardia *(C) X; bradycardia* (D) XII; tachycardia
During emergency intubation, the cranial nerve ____ may be stimulated, resulting in ___ (A) 1; bradycardia (B) IV; tachycardia (C) X; bradycardia (D) XII; tachycardia
During first few days of life, normal body temperature of a newborn puppy is *(A) 94.5 - 97.3 F* (B) 94.7 F - 100.1 F (C) 97.0 F to 99.0 F (D) 99.0 F to 101.5 F
During first few days of life, normal body temperature of a newborn puppy is (A) 94.5 - 97.3 F (B) 94.7 F - 100.1 F (C) 97.0 F to 99.0 F (D) 99.0 F to 101.5 F
During hospitalization, how often should pain assessment be performed *(A) Every 4-6 hours* (B) Every 30 minutes to an hour (C) Every 12-24 hours (D) Every 8 hours
During hospitalization, how often should pain assessment be performed (A) Every 4-6 hours (B) Every 30 minutes to an hour (C) Every 12-24 hours (D) Every 8 hours
Effect of omega-3 fatty acids on cardiac patients may be attributed to (A) Anti-inflamatory effects (B) Improved appetite (C) Antiarrhythmic effects *(D) All of the above*
Effect of omega-3 fatty acids on cardiac patients may be attributed to (A) Anti-inflamatory effects (B) Improved appetite (C) Antiarrhythmic effects (D) All of the above
Emesis should not be induced in patients that have ingested (A) Anticholinergics *(B) Hydrocarbons* (C) Organophosphates (D) Salicylates
Emesis should not be induced in patients that have ingested (A) Anticholinergics (B) Hydrocarbons (C) Organophosphates (D) Salicylates
Energy required for normal animal in fasting state in thermoneutral environment, awake but resting is *(A) Basal energy requirement* (B) Resting energy requirement (C) Maintenance energy requirement (D) Daily energy requirement
Energy required for normal animal in fasting state in thermoneutral environment, awake but resting is (A) Basal energy requirement (B) Resting energy requirement (C) Maintenance energy requirement (D) Daily energy requirement
Enteral feeding tubes of all types should be flushed *(A) Before/after use* (B) After use only (C) Before use only (D) Never
Enteral feeding tubes of all types should be flushed (A) Before/after use (B) After use only (C) Before use only (D) Never
Equine anaplasmosis exhibits all of the following clinical signs except (A) Anemia (B) Icterus *(C) Excitement* (D) Stiffness
Equine anaplasmosis exhibits all of the following clinical signs except (A) Anemia (B) Icterus (C) Excitement (D) Stiffness
Equine large intestine, optimum pH for microbial activity that promotes volatile fatty acids is *(A) 6.5* (B) 6.7 (C) 7.1 (D) 6.1
Equine large intestine, optimum pH for microbial activity that promotes volatile fatty acids is (A) 6.5 (B) 6.7 (C) 7.1 (D) 6.1
Equine recurrent uveitis results from *(A) Immune mediated condition* (B) Ocular trauma (C) Antibiotic toxicity (D) Corticosteroid therapy
Equine recurrent uveitis results from (A) Immune mediated condition (B) Ocular trauma (C) Antibiotic toxicity (D) Corticosteroid therapy
External parasites are responsible for many skin problems seen in small-animal medicine. All of the following may be treated with shampoos and dips, except (A) Fleas (B) Ticks *(C) Ear mites* (D) Mange mites
External parasites are responsible for many skin problems seen in small-animal medicine. All of the following may be treated with shampoos and dips, except (A) Fleas (B) Ticks (C) Ear mites (D) Mange mites
FDA center of veterinary medicine regulates pet foods in cooperation with the individual states. Which is not a responsibility of the FDA? (A) Establishing certain animal food-labeling regulations (B) Specifying certain permitted ingredients such as drugs and additives (C) Enforcing regulations about chemical and microbiologic contamination *(D) Enforcing manufacturing procedures*
FDA center of veterinary medicine regulates pet foods in cooperation with the individual states. Which is not a responsibility of the FDA? (A) Establishing certain animal food-labeling regulations (B) Specifying certain permitted ingredients such as drugs and additives (C) Enforcing regulations about chemical and microbiologic contamination (D) Enforcing manufacturing procedures
Fats composed of triglycerides which include (A) Two fatty acids to a glycerol chain (B) Three fatty acids attached to three glycerol chains *(C) Three fatty acids attached to a glycerol chain* (D) One fatty acid attached to one glycerol chain
Fats composed of triglycerides which include (A) Two fatty acids to a glycerol chain (B) Three fatty acids attached to three glycerol chains (C) Three fatty acids attached to a glycerol chain (D) One fatty acid attached to one glycerol chain
Feeding dog food to a cat is ____advised *(A) Never* (B) Sometimes (C) Seldom (D) Frequently
Feeding dog food to a cat is ____advised (A) Never (B) Sometimes (C) Seldom (D) Frequently
Feline eosinophlic granuloma complex involves? *(A) Indolent ulcers, eosinophilic plaques, linear granulomas* (B) Indolent ulcers, eosinophilic granulomas, linear plaques (C) Linear ulcers, eosinophlic plaques, linear granulomas (D) Eosinophlic ulcers, indolent granulomas, linear plaques
Feline eosinophlic granuloma complex involves? (A) Indolent ulcers, eosinophilic plaques, linear granulomas (B) Indolent ulcers, eosinophilic granulomas, linear plaques (C) Linear ulcers, eosinophlic plaques, linear granulomas (D) Eosinophlic ulcers, indolent granulomas, linear plaques
Feline hyperthyroidism is a result of (A) Malnutrition *(B) Excessive production of thyroid hormone* (C) Excessive production of pituitary glands (D) Diets containing excessive protein
Feline hyperthyroidism is a result of (A) Malnutrition (B) Excessive production of thyroid hormone (C) Excessive production of pituitary glands (D) Diets containing excessive protein
Feline obstipation is also known as (A) IBD *(B) Megacolon* (C) Constipation (D) All of the above
Feline obstipation is also known as (A) IBD (B) Megacolon (C) Constipation (D) All of the above
Ferrets are? *(A) Carnivores* (B) Herbivores (C) Omnivores (D) Granivores
Ferrets are? (A) Carnivores (B) Herbivores (C) Omnivores (D) Granivores
Food and drug administration regulates pet food labels, and labels are required to contain the name of the product. using chicken as an example, a label that includes chicken dinner in the product must contain (A) At least 70% chicken *(B) At least 10% chicken* (C) At least 3% chicken (D) Less than 3% chicken
Food and drug administration regulates pet food labels, and labels are required to contain the name of the product. using chicken as an example, a label that includes chicken dinner in the product must contain (A) At least 70% chicken (B) At least 10% chicken (C) At least 3% chicken (D) Less than 3% chicken
Foods effective in management of an adverse food reaction include *(A) Novel protein diets* (B) Foods that contain high protein levels (C) Foods that have one carbohydrate source (D) Foods that have only natural preservatives
Foods effective in management of an adverse food reaction include (A) Novel protein diets (B) Foods that contain high protein levels (C) Foods that have one carbohydrate source (D) Foods that have only natural preservatives
For what purpose is an esophageal stethoscope most useful? (A) Assessing megaesophagus (B) Detecting ileus *(C) Monitoring anesthetized patients* (D) Routine physical examination
For what purpose is an esophageal stethoscope most useful? (A) Assessing megaesophagus (B) Detecting ileus (C) Monitoring anesthetized patients (D) Routine physical examination
Forceful expulsion of stomach contents that requires abdominal contractions (A) Cachexia (B) Cathartics (C) Regurgitation *(D) Vomiting*
Forceful expulsion of stomach contents that requires abdominal contractions (A) Cachexia (B) Cathartics (C) Regurgitation (D) Vomiting
Four patients present at the same time with emergency conditions. Which order should they be triaged? *(A) Dyspnea, dystocia, proptosis* (B) Proptosis, dyspnea, dystocia, laceration (C) Laceration, dystocia, dyspnea, proptosis (D) Dysotica, proptosis, laceration, dyspnea
Four patients present at the same time with emergency conditions. Which order should they be triaged? (A) Dyspnea, dystocia, proptosis (B) Proptosis, dyspnea, dystocia, laceration (C) Laceration, dystocia, dyspnea, proptosis (D) Dysotica, proptosis, laceration, dyspnea
Fresh frozen plasma can e stored up to ____ and still contain clotting factors (A) 1 month *(B) 12 months* (C) 36 months (D) 60 months
Fresh frozen plasma can e stored up to ____ and still contain clotting factors (A) 1 month (B) 12 months (C) 36 months (D) 60 months
Frozen fresh plasma must be separated and frozen within ___ hours to maintain all coagulation factors in normal concentrations (A) 2 *(B) 8* (C) 12 (D) 6
Frozen fresh plasma must be separated and frozen within ___ hours to maintain all coagulation factors in normal concentrations (A) 2 (B) 8 (C) 12 (D) 6
GI tracts of new born puppies and kittens are suited to digest and absorb the milk produced by their mothers. The primary sources of energy in the milk is *(A) Fat and lactose* (B) Fat and protein (C) Lactose and protein (D) Protein and starch
GI tracts of new born puppies and kittens are suited to digest and absorb the milk produced by their mothers. The primary sources of energy in the milk is (A) Fat and lactose (B) Fat and protein (C) Lactose and protein (D) Protein and starch
Glomerulonephritis and pyelonephritis are two causes of (A) Cardiac DZ (B) Hepatic DZ *(C) Renal DZ* (D) Thyroid DZ
Glomerulonephritis and pyelonephritis are two causes of (A) Cardiac DZ (B) Hepatic DZ (C) Renal DZ (D) Thyroid DZ
Goals for medical management of chronic kidney disease include the following except (A) Slowing progression of the disease (B) Treating concurrent disease (C) Correcting electrolyte imbalances *(D) Restoring loss of kidney function*
Goals for medical management of chronic kidney disease include the following except (A) Slowing progression of the disease (B) Treating concurrent disease (C) Correcting electrolyte imbalances (D) Restoring loss of kidney function
Goals of nutritional management of hepatic disease includes (A) Providing substrates to support hepatocellular repair and regeneration (B) Maintaining normal metabolic processes (C) Avoiding toxic byproduct accumulation *(D) All of the above*
Goals of nutritional management of hepatic disease includes (A) Providing substrates to support hepatocellular repair and regeneration (B) Maintaining normal metabolic processes (C) Avoiding toxic byproduct accumulation (D) All of the above
Guaranteed analysis panel on cat food required to include all the following except; (A) Minimum percentage of crude protein (B) Minimum percentage of crude fat (C) Maximum percentage of moisture *(D) Minimum percentage of taurine*
Guaranteed analysis panel on cat food required to include all the following except; (A) Minimum percentage of crude protein (B) Minimum percentage of crude fat (C) Maximum percentage of moisture (D) Minimum percentage of taurine
Halitosis is an indication of a problem with which following body systems (A) Cardiovascular *(B) Digestive* (C) Nervous (D) Hematologic
Halitosis is an indication of a problem with which following body systems (A) Cardiovascular (B) Digestive (C) Nervous (D) Hematologic
Hardware disease in ruminants is also known as (A) Grain overload (B) Rumen tympany *(C) Traumatic reiculoperitonitis* (D) Polioencephalomalacia
Hardware disease in ruminants is also known as (A) Grain overload (B) Rumen tympany (C) Traumatic reiculoperitonitis (D) Polioencephalomalacia
Heart is an organ that is commonly affected by age. Chronic valvular disease results from thickening of the heart valves, and it affects many.. (A) Young dogs *(B) Older dogs* (C) Large breed dogs (D) Cats
Heart is an organ that is commonly affected by age. Chronic valvular disease results from thickening of the heart valves, and it affects many.. (A) Young dogs (B) Older dogs (C) Large breed dogs (D) Cats
Hematuria can be determined to exist (A) When there is any positive reading for blood on the dipstick *(B) If intact erythrocytes are present in the microscoptic examination of the urine sediment?* (C) Only if there is a red tint to the urine sample (D) Whenever there is a case of feline idiopathic cystitis
Hematuria can be determined to exist (A) When there is any positive reading for blood on the dipstick (B) If intact erythrocytes are present in the microscoptic examination of the urine sediment? (C) Only if there is a red tint to the urine sample (D) Whenever there is a case of feline idiopathic cystitis
Hemolytic anemia is characterized by the destruction of *(A) Erythrocytes* (B) Leukocytes (C) Lymphocytes (D) Monocytes
Hemolytic anemia is characterized by the destruction of (A) Erythrocytes (B) Leukocytes (C) Lymphocytes (D) Monocytes
Horse are which of the following (A) Ruminants (B) Omnivores *(C) Hindgut fermenters* (D) Carnivores
Horse are which of the following (A) Ruminants (B) Omnivores (C) Hindgut fermenters (D) Carnivores
Hospital acquired disease (A) Endemic *(B) Nosocomial* (C) Ergasteric (D) Iatrogenic
Hospital acquired disease (A) Endemic (B) Nosocomial (C) Ergasteric (D) Iatrogenic
How do transfusion reactions in the cat differ from transfusion reactions in the dog *(A) More acute in cat* (B) More acute in dog (C) Cats suffer from severe pruritus (D) Transfusions more severe in the dog
How do transfusion reactions in the cat differ from transfusion reactions in the dog (A) More acute in cat (B) More acute in dog (C) Cats suffer from severe pruritus (D) Transfusions more severe in the dog
How does marked dehydration affect the animal's eye (A) Lateral nystagmus (B) Pinpoint pupils (C) Rotated ventrally *(D) sunken in the socket*
How does marked dehydration affect the animal's eye (A) Lateral nystagmus (B) Pinpoint pupils (C) Rotated ventrally (D) sunken in the socket
How high can noise levels in veterinary dog wards reach? (A) 220 dB (B) 440 dB *(C) 110 dB* (D) 880 dB
How high can noise levels in veterinary dog wards reach? (A) 220 dB (B) 440 dB (C) 110 dB (D) 880 dB
How is pain typically characterized in rabbits? *(A) Reduction in food and water intake* (B) Bruxism (C) Closed eyes (D) Lateral recumbency
How is pain typically characterized in rabbits? (A) Reduction in food and water intake (B) Bruxism (C) Closed eyes (D) Lateral recumbency
How many adult teeth does the normal cat have *(A) 30* (B) 32 (C) 40 (D) 42
How many adult teeth does the normal cat have (A) 30 (B) 32 (C) 40 (D) 42
How many drops per minute is equivalent to 20 ml/hr and using a 60 drops/ml drip set. (A) 10 *(B) 20* (C) 60 (D) 120
How many drops per minute is equivalent to 20 ml/hr and using a 60 drops/ml drip set. (A) 10 (B) 20 (C) 60 (D) 120
How might a neurologic issue affect an animal's eye (A) Lateral nystagmus *(B) Pinpoint pupils* (C) Rotated ventral (D) Sunken in socket
How might a neurologic issue affect an animal's eye (A) Lateral nystagmus (B) Pinpoint pupils (C) Rotated ventral (D) Sunken in socket
How might anesthesia affect an animal's eye (A) Lateral nystagmus (B) Pinpoint pupils *(C) Rotated ventrally* (D Suken in socket
How might anesthesia affect an animal's eye (A) Lateral nystagmus (B) Pinpoint pupils (C) Rotated ventrally (D Suken in socket
How soon should a kitten receive colostrum to obtain passive immunity? (A) 8 hours *(B) 16 hours* (C) 24 hours (D) 48 hours
How soon should a kitten receive colostrum to obtain passive immunity? (A) 8 hours (B) 16 hours (C) 24 hours (D) 48 hours
Hydremia refers to? (A) Inadequate supply of blood to a part of the body * (B) Disorder in which there is excess fluid in the blood* (C) Low red blood cell count (D) Narrow, pointed bottom of the heart
Hydremia refers to? (A) Inadequate supply of blood to a part of the body (B) Disorder in which there is excess fluid in the blood (C) Low red blood cell count (D) Narrow, pointed bottom of the heart
Hyperkalemia is commonly associated with (A) diabetes insipidus (B) Hyperthyroidism (C) Hyperparathyroidism *(D) Hypoadrenocorticism*
Hyperkalemia is commonly associated with (A) diabetes insipidus (B) Hyperthyroidism (C) Hyperparathyroidism (D) Hypoadrenocorticism
Hypoglycemia is most common to patients that experience (A) Anaphylactic shock (B) Cardiogenic shock (C) Neurogenic shock *(D) Septic shock*
Hypoglycemia is most common to patients that experience (A) Anaphylactic shock (B) Cardiogenic shock (C) Neurogenic shock (D) Septic shock
Hypostatic pneumonia in hospitalized patients can be prevented by (A) Starting course of antibiotics when patient is admitted *(B) Turning patient every 4 hours* (C) Ensuring the patient is fully awake and able to protect its own airway in advance of extubation (D) All of these
Hypostatic pneumonia in hospitalized patients can be prevented by (A) Starting course of antibiotics when patient is admitted (B) Turning patient every 4 hours (C) Ensuring the patient is fully awake and able to protect its own airway in advance of extubation (D) All of these
Hypoxemia is defined as (A) Decreased circulating blood volume *(B) Low blood oxygen levels* (C) Low tissue oxygen levels (D) Increase in circulating fluid in the body
Hypoxemia is defined as (A) Decreased circulating blood volume (B) Low blood oxygen levels (C) Low tissue oxygen levels (D) Increase in circulating fluid in the body
IF a patient presents with a heart murmur that can be heard with the stethoscope bell slightly off of the thoracic wall, which grade would it receive? (A) 1/6 (B) 4/6 *(C) 6/6* (D) Murmurs are not graded
IF a patient presents with a heart murmur that can be heard with the stethoscope bell slightly off of the thoracic wall, which grade would it receive? (A) 1/6 (B) 4/6 (C) 6/6 (D) Murmurs are not graded
If "fish flavor" is stated on the pet food label, how much fish must be n the food? (A) 5% (B) 8% (C) 15% *(D) Amount that is detectable by the pet*
If "fish flavor" is stated on the pet food label, how much fish must be n the food? (A) 5% (B) 8% (C) 15% (D) Amount that is detectable by the pet
If a dog that weights 25 kg has received 250 ml of IV fluids, how many ml/kg of body weight has it received? (A) 5 (B) 10 (C) 15 (D) 25
If a dog that weights 25 kg has received 250 ml of IV fluids, how many ml/kg of body weight has it received? (A) 5 (B) 10 (C) 15 (D) 25
If a patient is 12-15% dehydrated, which characteristics would you expect to see? *(A) Death* (B) Slightly dry mucous membranes (C) Prolonged capillary refill time (D) Eyes are sunken in orbits
If a patient is 12-15% dehydrated, which characteristics would you expect to see? (A) Death (B) Slightly dry mucous membranes (C) Prolonged capillary refill time (D) Eyes are sunken in orbits
If a patient is 5-6% dehydrated, which characteristics would you see? (A) 5-6% is not clinically detectable *(B) Subtle loss of skin elasticity* (C) Prolonged CRT (D) Eyes sunken in orbits
If a patient is 5-6% dehydrated, which characteristics would you see? (A) 5-6% is not clinically detectable (B) Subtle loss of skin elasticity (C) Prolonged CRT (D) Eyes sunken in orbits
If an animal goes home with a bandage, the client should observe the bandage daily and remove it if any of the following are observed except; (A) If skin irritation appears at the edge of the bandage *(B) All bandages should be removed 24 hours after application* (C) If the bandage is wet (D) If the position of the bandage has shifted
If an animal goes home with a bandage, the client should observe the bandage daily and remove it if any of the following are observed except; (A) If skin irritation appears at the edge of the bandage (B) All bandages should be removed 24 hours after application (C) If the bandage is wet (D) If the position of the bandage has shifted
If patient is vomiting fresh or digested blood, this is termed *(A) Hematemesis* (B) Hematochezia (C) Hematuria (D) Hemoabdomen
If patient is vomiting fresh or digested blood, this is termed (A) Hematemesis (B) Hematochezia (C) Hematuria (D) Hemoabdomen
If the client does not understand a lot of specialized terminology, the vet tech should? (A) Repeat what vet said using same terminology to be consistent (B) Offer a dictionary of medical terms to the client so he or she can look up terms that are not understood *(C) Explain the vets word using laymens terms* (D) Suggest the client use the internet to obtain additional information
If the client does not understand a lot of specialized terminology, the vet tech should? (A) Repeat what vet said using same terminology to be consistent (B) Offer a dictionary of medical terms to the client so he or she can look up terms that are not understood (C) Explain the vets word using laymens terms (D) Suggest the client use the internet to obtain additional information
If the client wants to feed a preservative-free food to a pet, which food should you recommend? *(A) Canned* (B) Dry (C) Semi-moist (D) Combo of dry and semi-moist
If the client wants to feed a preservative-free food to a pet, which food should you recommend? (A) Canned (B) Dry (C) Semi-moist (D) Combo of dry and semi-moist
If vomiting patients lose hydrogen and chloride ions in excess of sodium and bicarbonate, which of the following is expected (A) Acidemia (B) Neutrality *(C) Alkalemia* (D) None of the above
If vomiting patients lose hydrogen and chloride ions in excess of sodium and bicarbonate, which of the following is expected (A) Acidemia (B) Neutrality (C) Alkalemia (D) None of the above
In a patient, what does elevated total protein measurement accompanied by elevated PCV indicate (A) Anemia *(B) Dehydration* (C) Hemorrhage (D) Red blood cell transfusion
In a patient, what does elevated total protein measurement accompanied by elevated PCV indicate (A) Anemia (B) Dehydration (C) Hemorrhage (D) Red blood cell transfusion
In cats, hepatic lipidosis often occurs a result of? (A) Thyroid disease *(B) Anorexia and weight loss* (C) Lower urinary tract disease (D) Cardiac disease
In cats, hepatic lipidosis often occurs a result of? (A) Thyroid disease (B) Anorexia and weight loss (C) Lower urinary tract disease (D) Cardiac disease
In clinical trials of dogs with spontaneous cancer, high levels of omega-3 fatty acids and arginine in food were shown to benefit dogs with (A) Lymphoma (B) Nasal carcinomas (C) Hemangiosarcoma *(D) All of the above*
In clinical trials of dogs with spontaneous cancer, high levels of omega-3 fatty acids and arginine in food were shown to benefit dogs with (A) Lymphoma (B) Nasal carcinomas (C) Hemangiosarcoma (D) All of the above
In emergency care cases in which it is not possible to administer large volumes of desired fluids, it may be beneficial to properly administer (A) D5W *(B) Hypertonic saline* (C) Hypotonic saline (D) Isotonic saline
In emergency care cases in which it is not possible to administer large volumes of desired fluids, it may be beneficial to properly administer (A) D5W (B) Hypertonic saline (C) Hypotonic saline (D) Isotonic saline
In the veterinary hospital, barrier nursing should be practiced (A) To keep staff uniform free of pet hair (B) Prevent staining of staff uniforms *(C) Avoid transmitting infection among patients* (D) All of the above
In the veterinary hospital, barrier nursing should be practiced (A) To keep staff uniform free of pet hair (B) Prevent staining of staff uniforms (C) Avoid transmitting infection among patients (D) All of the above
In what endocrine disorder is polyuria and polydipsia not commonly seen (A) Hyperadrenocorticism (B) Diabetes insipidus *(C) Hyperparathyroidism* (D) Diabetes mellitus
In what endocrine disorder is polyuria and polydipsia not commonly seen (A) Hyperadrenocorticism (B) Diabetes insipidus (C) Hyperparathyroidism (D) Diabetes mellitus
In which direction can a horse kick (A) Directly behind itself (B) To front of itself (C) To its side *(D) All of the above*
In which direction can a horse kick (A) Directly behind itself (B) To front of itself (C) To its side (D) All of the above
Inadequate intake of protein and energy may result in (A) Dry, dull hair coat and excessive pigmentation (B) Pyoderma (C) Skin depigmentation and crusting around the eyes *(D) Hair loss and dry, dull hair coat*
Inadequate intake of protein and energy may result in (A) Dry, dull hair coat and excessive pigmentation (B) Pyoderma (C) Skin depigmentation and crusting around the eyes (D) Hair loss and dry, dull hair coat
Inappetent horses should be fed *(A) Twice daily* (B) Calorically dense food (C) Fresh grass (D) High-fat food
Inappetent horses should be fed (A) Twice daily (B) Calorically dense food (C) Fresh grass (D) High-fat food
Increased IOP caused by more aqueous fluid being produced than leaving the eye might result in (A) Pannus (B) Keratoconjunctivitis sicca *(C) Glaucoma* (D) Chronic superficial keratitis
Increased IOP caused by more aqueous fluid being produced than leaving the eye might result in (A) Pannus (B) Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (C) Glaucoma (D) Chronic superficial keratitis
Increased frequency of defecation and loose and watery stools are common when the ____ is involved *(A) Small intestine* (B) Large intestine (C) Colon (D) Stomach
Increased frequency of defecation and loose and watery stools are common when the ____ is involved (A) Small intestine (B) Large intestine (C) Colon (D) Stomach
Inflammation of all bones or inflammation of every part of one bone is *(A) Panosteitis* (B) Polypathia (C) Pandemic (D) Osteoporosis
Inflammation of all bones or inflammation of every part of one bone is (A) Panosteitis (B) Polypathia (C) Pandemic (D) Osteoporosis
Interdigital necrobacillosis is also known as (A) Polioencephalomalcia *(B) Foot rot * (C) Hardware disease (D) Hairy heel wart
Interdigital necrobacillosis is also known as (A) Polioencephalomalcia (B) Foot rot (C) Hardware disease (D) Hairy heel wart
Intestinal lymphangiectasis is defined as (A) Protein-losing stomach disease (B) Fat-losing stomach disease (C) Fat-losing intestinal disease *(D) Protein-losing intestinal disease*
Intestinal lymphangiectasis is defined as (A) Protein-losing stomach disease (B) Fat-losing stomach disease (C) Fat-losing intestinal disease (D) Protein-losing intestinal disease
It is difficult to determine truly how much food is being ingested by the following small mammals which hoard food items *(A) Hamsters* (B) Rabbits (C) Guinea pigs (D) Ferrets
It is difficult to determine truly how much food is being ingested by the following small mammals which hoard food items (A) Hamsters (B) Rabbits (C) Guinea pigs (D) Ferrets
It is important that the nursing care provided to paralyzed patients focuses on patient comfort. The prevention of decubital ulcers can be accomplished y all of the following except (A) Frequent turning or re positioning (B) Adequate padding in cage or bed *(C) Appropriate analgesic therapy* (D) Massage
It is important that the nursing care provided to paralyzed patients focuses on patient comfort. The prevention of decubital ulcers can be accomplished y all of the following except (A) Frequent turning or re positioning (B) Adequate padding in cage or bed (C) Appropriate analgesic therapy (D) Massage
It is safe to draw <1% of a bird's body weight of blood. For a 450 g bird, how much blood can be taken (A) 0.45 ml *(B) 4.5 ml* (C) 45 ml (D) 450 ml
It is safe to draw <1% of a bird's body weight of blood. For a 450 g bird, how much blood can be taken (A) 0.45 ml (B) 4.5 ml (C) 45 ml (D) 450 ml
Jaundice might develop as diseases progresses in which of the following organs? (A) Heart (B) Intestinal (C) Kidney *(D) Liver*
Jaundice might develop as diseases progresses in which of the following organs? (A) Heart (B) Intestinal (C) Kidney (D) Liver
Keratoconjunctivitis in sheep or goats can be treated with (A) Penicillin *(B) Tetracycline* (C) Aminoglycoside (D) Phenylbutazone
Keratoconjunctivitis in sheep or goats can be treated with (A) Penicillin (B) Tetracycline (C) Aminoglycoside (D) Phenylbutazone
Ketonuria is associated with (A) Liver disease (B) Urinary tract infection (C) Renal failure *(D) Diabetes mellitus*
Ketonuria is associated with (A) Liver disease (B) Urinary tract infection (C) Renal failure (D) Diabetes mellitus
Ketosis in dairy cows may result from all of the following except; (A) Deficient energy intake (B) Abomasal displacement (C) Metritis *(D) Milk fever*
Ketosis in dairy cows may result from all of the following except; (A) Deficient energy intake (B) Abomasal displacement (C) Metritis (D) Milk fever
Key nutritional component to managing FIC (A) Nutritional management *(B) Environmental enrichment* (C) Stress reduction (D) All of the above
Key nutritional component to managing FIC (A) Nutritional management (B) Environmental enrichment (C) Stress reduction (D) All of the above
Key nutritional factors in animals with cancer include *(A) Soluble carbs, protein, omega-3 fatty acids* (B) Soluble carbs, polyphenols, cysteine (C) Insoluble carbs, polyphenols, arginine (D) Insoluble carbs, protein, calcium
Key nutritional factors in animals with cancer include (A) Soluble carbs, protein, omega-3 fatty acids (B) Soluble carbs, polyphenols, cysteine (C) Insoluble carbs, polyphenols, arginine (D) Insoluble carbs, protein, calcium
Key nutritional factors in the management of skin disorders include (A) Carbs, essential fatty acids, calcium (B) Proteins, essential fatty acids, calcium *(C) Proteins, essential fatty acids, copper, zinc* (D) Proteins, carbs, essential fatty acids, copper, zinc
Key nutritional factors in the management of skin disorders include (A) Carbs, essential fatty acids, calcium (B) Proteins, essential fatty acids, calcium (C) Proteins, essential fatty acids, copper, zinc (D) Proteins, carbs, essential fatty acids, copper, zinc
Kittens fed a growth formula food until they are how old *(A) 10-12 months* (B) 18 months (C) 2 years (D) 6 months
Kittens fed a growth formula food until they are how old (A) 10-12 months (B) 18 months (C) 2 years (D) 6 months
Lagomorphns have a rapid gut transit time resulting in starch and simple sugars not being completely digested in the (A) Large intestine (B) Stomach *(C) Small intestine* (D) Colon
Lagomorphns have a rapid gut transit time resulting in starch and simple sugars not being completely digested in the (A) Large intestine (B) Stomach (C) Small intestine (D) Colon
Laminitis in cattle is a diffuse, aseptic inflammation of the (A) Coronary band (B) Wall (C) Coffin bone *(D) Corium*
Laminitis in cattle is a diffuse, aseptic inflammation of the (A) Coronary band (B) Wall (C) Coffin bone (D) Corium
Large intestine begins at (A) Ascending colon *(B) Ileocecocolic valve* (C) Cecum (D) Transverse colon
Large intestine begins at (A) Ascending colon (B) Ileocecocolic valve (C) Cecum (D) Transverse colon
Letters DEA precede canine blood types. What do these letters stand for? (A) Detectable erythrocyte antibody (B) Detectable erythrocyte antigen (C) Dog erythrocyte antibody *(D) Dog erythrocyte antigen*
Letters DEA precede canine blood types. What do these letters stand for? (A) Detectable erythrocyte antibody (B) Detectable erythrocyte antigen (C) Dog erythrocyte antibody (D) Dog erythrocyte antigen
Life-threatning anaphylactic reactions are reported in equine patients that receive IV doses of (A) Aminoglycosides *(B) Procaine penicillin* (C) Trimethoprim-sulfa (D) Metronidazole
Life-threatning anaphylactic reactions are reported in equine patients that receive IV doses of (A) Aminoglycosides (B) Procaine penicillin (C) Trimethoprim-sulfa (D) Metronidazole
Liquid preparations for oral administration may be purchased in several different forms. Which of the following is generally mixed with water and requires shaking well before administration? (A) Elixer (B) Emulsion *(C) Suspension* (D) Syrup
Liquid preparations for oral administration may be purchased in several different forms. Which of the following is generally mixed with water and requires shaking well before administration? (A) Elixer (B) Emulsion (C) Suspension (D) Syrup
Litter box management for cats with FLUTD includes (A) Only covered litter boxes (B) Highly-scented litter *(C) One litter box per cat plus one* (D) Always scoopable litters
Litter box management for cats with FLUTD includes (A) Only covered litter boxes (B) Highly-scented litter (C) One litter box per cat plus one (D) Always scoopable litters
Liver main responsibility (A) Maintaining homeostasis (B) Removing waste products from body *(C) A and B* (D) None of the above
Liver main responsibility (A) Maintaining homeostasis (B) Removing waste products from body (C) A and B (D) None of the above
Lower urinary tract infections can be caused by a variety of bacteria; the most common pathogen in small animals is Escherichia coli. Which statement is true *(A) Bacterial infections of the bladder are common in the dog and rare in the cat* (B) Bacterial infections of the bladder are common in the cat and in the healthy dog (C) Male dogs are more prone to infection (D) Treatment for bacterial infections consists of appropriate antimicrobial therapy for 2 to 4 days
Lower urinary tract infections can be caused by a variety of bacteria; the most common pathogen in small animals is Escherichia coli. Which statement is true (A) Bacterial infections of the bladder are common in the dog and rare in the cat (B) Bacterial infections of the bladder are common in the cat and in the healthy dog (C) Male dogs are more prone to infection (D) Treatment for bacterial infections consists of appropriate antimicrobial therapy for 2 to 4 days
MM that appear deep brick red in color and appear injected are (A) Pale (B) Icteric *(C) Hyperemic* (D) Cyanotic
MM that appear deep brick red in color and appear injected are (A) Pale (B) Icteric (C) Hyperemic (D) Cyanotic
Man phones veterinary practice to say he has just hit a dog with a car, and dog is on road in minimal distress. Blood coming from both nostrils. You recommend him to do all the following except (A) Be aware of aggression *(B) Tie mouth with shoelace* (C) Transport dog on board, on side (D) Apply direct pressure to wound
Man phones veterinary practice to say he has just hit a dog with a car, and dog is on road in minimal distress. Blood coming from both nostrils. You recommend him to do all the following except (A) Be aware of aggression (B) Tie mouth with shoelace (C) Transport dog on board, on side (D) Apply direct pressure to wound
Many drugs given by the oral route can be formulated into an ointment. Which term indicates this route of medication application? (A) Diuretic (B) Emetics *(C) Transdermal* (D) Viscu
Many drugs given by the oral route can be formulated into an ointment. Which term indicates this route of medication application? (A) Diuretic (B) Emetics (C) Transdermal (D) Viscu
Mass treatment of animal populations before onset of disease is termed *(A) Metaphylaxis* (B) Preconditioning (C) Megascript (D) All of the above
Mass treatment of animal populations before onset of disease is termed (A) Metaphylaxis (B) Preconditioning (C) Megascript (D) All of the above
Massage is an example of which type of rehabilitation therapy? *(A) Manual therapy* (B) Effleurage techniques (C) Physical modalities (D) Therapeutic exercise
Massage is an example of which type of rehabilitation therapy? (A) Manual therapy (B) Effleurage techniques (C) Physical modalities (D) Therapeutic exercise
Melena refers to *(A) Passing of dark, tarry feces containing blood* (B) Semifluid mass of partially digested food (C) Protein produced by living cells that initiates a chemical reaction but is not affected by it (D) To fall back into a disease state after apparent recovery
Melena refers to (A) Passing of dark, tarry feces containing blood (B) Semifluid mass of partially digested food (C) Protein produced by living cells that initiates a chemical reaction but is not affected by it (D) To fall back into a disease state after apparent recovery
Metabolic disorder in which severe decline in serum calcium, usually occurring within 48 hours of calving (A) Fetal membranes (B) Metritis (C) Pseudopregnancy *(D) Milk fever*
Metabolic disorder in which severe decline in serum calcium, usually occurring within 48 hours of calving (A) Fetal membranes (B) Metritis (C) Pseudopregnancy (D) Milk fever
Methods for increasing water intake in cats include (A) Placing ice cubes in water (B) Adding broth to foods (C) Providing water fountains *(D) All of the above*
Methods for increasing water intake in cats include (A) Placing ice cubes in water (B) Adding broth to foods (C) Providing water fountains (D) All of the above
Milk fever is prevented by (A) Feeding a high-calcium diet during the dry period *(B) Feeding a low-calcium diet during the dry period* (C) Slow administration of calcium via IV (D) Oral administration of 50% dextrose
Milk fever is prevented by (A) Feeding a high-calcium diet during the dry period (B) Feeding a low-calcium diet during the dry period (C) Slow administration of calcium via IV (D) Oral administration of 50% dextrose
Moon blidness is also known as (A) Ringworm (B) Rain rot (C) Corneal ulceration *(D Equine recurrent uveitis*
Moon blidness is also known as (A) Ringworm (B) Rain rot (C) Corneal ulceration (D Equine recurrent uveitis
Most accurate formula to determine pet resting energy requirement (A) RER kcal/day = 50 (ideal body weight in kg) 0.75 (B) (C) RER kcal/day = 70 (ideal body weight in kg) 0.50 *(C) RER kcal/day = 70 (ideal body weight in kg) 0.75* (D) RER kcal/day = 75 (ideal body weight in kg) 0.75
Most accurate formula to determine pet resting energy requirement (A) RER kcal/day = 50 (ideal body weight in kg) 0.75 (B) (C) RER kcal/day = 70 (ideal body weight in kg) 0.50 (C) RER kcal/day = 70 (ideal body weight in kg) 0.75 (D) RER kcal/day = 75 (ideal body weight in kg) 0.75
Most caudal strnebra (A) Sternebra (B) Manubrium *(C) Xiphoid* (D) Anticlinal
Most caudal strnebra (A) Sternebra (B) Manubrium (C) Xiphoid (D) Anticlinal
Most clients offer treats to their pets. How may treats can safely be given each day (A) Not more than 20% of pet diet in treats (B) As long as pet isn't overweight, there is no limit on # of treats that may be given (C) If treats are low in calories, should not matter *(D) Not more than 10% of pet diet in treats*
Most clients offer treats to their pets. How may treats can safely be given each day (A) Not more than 20% of pet diet in treats (B) As long as pet isn't overweight, there is no limit on # of treats that may be given (C) If treats are low in calories, should not matter (D) Not more than 10% of pet diet in treats
Most clinical signs seen in an animal in shock from excessive blood loss are attributable to (A) Acidosis (B) Alkalosis (C) Cell death *(D) Redistribution of blood flow*
Most clinical signs seen in an animal in shock from excessive blood loss are attributable to (A) Acidosis (B) Alkalosis (C) Cell death (D) Redistribution of blood flow
Most common cause of FLUTD in cats less than 10 year of age (A) Struvite uroliths *(B) Idiopathic cystitis* (C) Calcium oxalate crystals (D) Urethral plugs
Most common cause of FLUTD in cats less than 10 year of age (A) Struvite uroliths (B) Idiopathic cystitis (C) Calcium oxalate crystals (D) Urethral plugs
Most common electrolyte disturbance in vomiting cats and dogs (A) Hypokalemia (B) Hypochloremia (C) Hypernatremia *(D) All of the above*
Most common electrolyte disturbance in vomiting cats and dogs (A) Hypokalemia (B) Hypochloremia (C) Hypernatremia (D) All of the above
Most common error in feeding growing puppies is providing *(A) Too much food* (B) Too little food (C) Right amount of food (D) Too much milk
Most common error in feeding growing puppies is providing (A) Too much food (B) Too little food (C) Right amount of food (D) Too much milk
Most common neoplasia in horses *(A) Lymphosarcoma* (B) Osteosarcoma (C) Lymphoma (D) All of the neoplasms listed occur equally among all equine species
Most common neoplasia in horses (A) Lymphosarcoma (B) Osteosarcoma (C) Lymphoma (D) All of the neoplasms listed occur equally among all equine species
Most common signs in cats or dogs with allergic disease : (A) Reluctance to eat (B) Lethargy *(C) Pruritus* (D) hyperpigmentation
Most common signs in cats or dogs with allergic disease : (A) Reluctance to eat (B) Lethargy (C) Pruritus (D) hyperpigmentation
Most common types of pain experienced by horses (A) Ocular and head pain (B) Spine and pelvic pain *(C) Orthopedic and abdominal/colic pain* (D) Foot and dental pain
Most common types of pain experienced by horses (A) Ocular and head pain (B) Spine and pelvic pain (C) Orthopedic and abdominal/colic pain (D) Foot and dental pain
Most mammals have a first set of teeth, which are replaced with permanent or adult teeth. This first set of teeth is called (A) Malocclusions (B) Occlusion *(C) Deciduous* (D) Cingulum
Most mammals have a first set of teeth, which are replaced with permanent or adult teeth. This first set of teeth is called (A) Malocclusions (B) Occlusion (C) Deciduous (D) Cingulum
Most proximal bone of the thoracic limb is the (A) Humerus *(B) Scapula* (C) Tubercle (D) Greater tubercle
Most proximal bone of the thoracic limb is the (A) Humerus (B) Scapula (C) Tubercle (D) Greater tubercle
Most therapeutic diets fall into this category which should be prescribed and monitored by animal health professionals (A) All purpose (B) Premium *(C) Specific purpose* (D) Value
Most therapeutic diets fall into this category which should be prescribed and monitored by animal health professionals (A) All purpose (B) Premium (C) Specific purpose (D) Value
Most vitamins cannot be made by the body and must be supplied by the food. What is the one vitamin that can be made from glucose by dogs and cats? (A) Vitamin A (B) Vitamin B6 *(C) Vitamin C* (D) Vitamin K
Most vitamins cannot be made by the body and must be supplied by the food. What is the one vitamin that can be made from glucose by dogs and cats? (A) Vitamin A (B) Vitamin B6 (C) Vitamin C (D) Vitamin K
Movement of drug from systemic circulation into body tissues (A) Therapeutic effect (B) Protein binding *(C) Distribution* (D) Redistribution
Movement of drug from systemic circulation into body tissues (A) Therapeutic effect (B) Protein binding (C) Distribution (D) Redistribution
Mucous membranes in a dog with septic shock appear (A) Cyanotic *(B) Hyperemic* (C) Icteric (D) Pale
Mucous membranes in a dog with septic shock appear (A) Cyanotic (B) Hyperemic (C) Icteric (D) Pale
Multiple parameters are measured to determine category of shock that an animal may be experiencing. In which of the following types of shock is the central venous pressure high? *(A) Cardiogenic* (B) Distributive (C) Hypovolemic (D) Septic
Multiple parameters are measured to determine category of shock that an animal may be experiencing. In which of the following types of shock is the central venous pressure high? (A) Cardiogenic (B) Distributive (C) Hypovolemic (D) Septic
Myasthenia gravis commonly associated with (A) Megaesophagus (B) Exercise intolerance (C) Aspiration pneumonia *(D) All of the above*
Myasthenia gravis commonly associated with (A) Megaesophagus (B) Exercise intolerance (C) Aspiration pneumonia (D) All of the above
NE feeding tubes may be used to provide short-term enteral nutrition to dogs and cats, which of the following regarding NE feeding tubes is false (A) Can be used for continuous delivery of liquid food or water (B) Can be used for boluses of liquid food/water (C) Often placed without sedation *(D) Used in unconscious patients*
NE feeding tubes may be used to provide short-term enteral nutrition to dogs and cats, which of the following regarding NE feeding tubes is false (A) Can be used for continuous delivery of liquid food or water (B) Can be used for boluses of liquid food/water (C) Often placed without sedation (D) Used in unconscious patients
Nauseous patients often (A) Unable to urinate (B) vomit every time they eat *(C) Appear depressed and lick their lips* (D) All of the above
Nauseous patients often (A) Unable to urinate (B) vomit every time they eat (C) Appear depressed and lick their lips (D) All of the above
Normal CVP *(A) 0-5 cm H20* (B) 5-10 cm H2 (C) 10-15 cm H20 (D) 15-20 cm H20
Normal CVP (A) 0-5 cm H20 (B) 5-10 cm H2 (C) 10-15 cm H20 (D) 15-20 cm H20
Normal RR for canine (A) 6-16 bpm *(B) 16-32 bpm* (C) 20-42 bpm (D) 42-55 bpm
Normal RR for canine (A) 6-16 bpm (B) 16-32 bpm (C) 20-42 bpm (D) 42-55 bpm
Normal RR for equine patient (A) 6-16 bpm *(B) 28-44 bpm* (C) 60-160 bpm (D) 140-220 bpm
Normal RR for equine patient (A) 6-16 bpm (B) 28-44 bpm (C) 60-160 bpm (D) 140-220 bpm
Normal RR for feline patient (A) 6-16 bpm (B) 16-32 bpm *(C) 20-42 bpm* (D) 42-55 bpm
Normal RR for feline patient (A) 6-16 bpm (B) 16-32 bpm (C) 20-42 bpm (D) 42-55 bpm
Normal heart rate for a canine (A) 16-32 bpm (B) 20-42 bpm *(C) 60-160 bpm* (D) 140-220 bpm
Normal heart rate for a canine (A) 16-32 bpm (B) 20-42 bpm (C) 60-160 bpm (D) 140-220 bpm
Normal heart rate for a cat (A) 16-32 bpm (B) 20-42 bpm (C) 60-160 bpm *(D) 140-220 bpm*
Normal heart rate for a cat (A) 16-32 bpm (B) 20-42 bpm (C) 60-160 bpm (D) 140-220 bpm
Normal pulse for an equine patient (A) 16-32 bpm *(B) 28-44 bpm* (C) 60-160 bpm (D) 140-220 bpm
Normal pulse for an equine patient (A) 16-32 bpm (B) 28-44 bpm (C) 60-160 bpm (D) 140-220 bpm
Normal systolic blood pressure for a canine (A) 120-160 mm HG *(B) 130-160 mm HG* (C) 140-180 mm HG (D) 160-190 mm HG
Normal systolic blood pressure for a canine (A) 120-160 mm HG (B) 130-160 mm HG (C) 140-180 mm HG (D) 160-190 mm HG
Normal systolic blood pressure for felines *(A) 120-160 mm HG* (B) 130-160 mm HG (C) 140-180 mm HG (D) 160-190 mm HG
Normal systolic blood pressure for felines (A) 120-160 mm HG (B) 130-160 mm HG (C) 140-180 mm HG (D) 160-190 mm HG
Normal temperature for a feline patient ranges (A) 99 F - 101.5 F (B) 96.8 F - 99 F *(C) 100 F - 102.2 F* (D) 96.8 F - 102.5 F
Normal temperature for a feline patient ranges (A) 99 F - 101.5 F (B) 96.8 F - 99 F (C) 100 F - 102.2 F (D) 96.8 F - 102.5 F
Normal temperature for an equine *(A) 99 F - 101.5 F* (B) 96.8 - 99 F (C) 101.5 - 102.5 F (D) 96.8 - 102.5 F
Normal temperature for an equine (A) 99 F - 101.5 F (B) 96.8 - 99 F (C) 101.5 - 102.5 F (D) 96.8 - 102.5 F
Normal temperature for canine (A) 99 F - 101.5 F (B) 96.8 F - 99 F *(C) 100 F - 102.2 F* (D) 96.8 F - 102.5 F
Normal temperature for canine (A) 99 F - 101.5 F (B) 96.8 F - 99 F (C) 100 F - 102.2 F (D) 96.8 F - 102.5 F
Number of animals within population that becomes sick *(A) Morbidity* (B) Mortality (C) Chronic (D) Acute
Number of animals within population that becomes sick (A) Morbidity (B) Mortality (C) Chronic (D) Acute
Nutrients given in excess of patient needs ____ in a critically ill patient, as they would in a healthy patient (A) Will be used *(B) Will not be used* (C) Occasionally be used (D) Stored as fat for later use
Nutrients given in excess of patient needs ____ in a critically ill patient, as they would in a healthy patient (A) Will be used (B) Will not be used (C) Occasionally be used (D) Stored as fat for later use
Nutritional deficiencies and excesses in avian patients might result in (A) Immune dysfunction (B) Increased susceptibility to infectious disease (C) Metabolic and biochemical derangements *(D) All of the above*
Nutritional deficiencies and excesses in avian patients might result in (A) Immune dysfunction (B) Increased susceptibility to infectious disease (C) Metabolic and biochemical derangements (D) All of the above
Nutritional myodegeneration is also known as (A) Scours (B) Bacterial enteritis (C) Bovine viral diarrhea *(D) White muscle disease*
Nutritional myodegeneration is also known as (A) Scours (B) Bacterial enteritis (C) Bovine viral diarrhea (D) White muscle disease
Nutritional protein for ferrets should come from (A) Carbohydrates *(B) Animal based ingredients* (C) Plant based ingredients (D) Fiber
Nutritional protein for ferrets should come from (A) Carbohydrates (B) Animal based ingredients (C) Plant based ingredients (D) Fiber
Obesity is (A) 10% heavier than optimal weight for the breed (B) 20% heavier than optimal weight for breed *(C) An increase in fat tissue mass sufficient to contribute to disease* (D) None of the above
Obesity is (A) 10% heavier than optimal weight for the breed (B) 20% heavier than optimal weight for breed (C) An increase in fat tissue mass sufficient to contribute to disease (D) None of the above
Oliguria (A) Excessive eating (B) Green urine (C) Excessive bililrubin in the urine *(D) Decreased urine output*
Oliguria (A) Excessive eating (B) Green urine (C) Excessive bililrubin in the urine (D) Decreased urine output
On auscultation of ventral side of abdomen, which is a normal finding *(A) Borborygmus* (B) Crackles (C) No audible sound (D) Stertor
On auscultation of ventral side of abdomen, which is a normal finding (A) Borborygmus (B) Crackles (C) No audible sound (D) Stertor
Opaque pupillary opening and progressive vision loss may be seen in patients with (A) Calicivirus (B) Parvovirus *(C) Cataracts* (D) Distemper
Opaque pupillary opening and progressive vision loss may be seen in patients with (A) Calicivirus (B) Parvovirus (C) Cataracts (D) Distemper
Orally administered drugs travel through GI tract, and most are absorbed in the small intestine. After a absorption across the intestine wall, orally administered drugs: (A) Enter stomach where remainder of drug is absorbed *(B) Enter hepatic portal circulation and are routed directly to the liver* (C) Enter kidney and are eliminated in the urine (D) Enter colon and are eliminated in the feces
Orally administered drugs travel through GI tract, and most are absorbed in the small intestine. After a absorption across the intestine wall, orally administered drugs: (A) Enter stomach where remainder of drug is absorbed (B) Enter hepatic portal circulation and are routed directly to the liver (C) Enter kidney and are eliminated in the urine (D) Enter colon and are eliminated in the feces
Orogastric intubation is necessary for a variety of reasons. The length is measured from the nose to what? (A) Thoracic inlet (B) 8th rib *(C) 13th rib* (D) Medial canthus
Orogastric intubation is necessary for a variety of reasons. The length is measured from the nose to what? (A) Thoracic inlet (B) 8th rib (C) 13th rib (D) Medial canthus
Osteomalacia is known as (A) Bone hardening *(B) Bone softening* (C) Collection of abnormal cell that accumulate within bones (D) Thickened skin
Osteomalacia is known as (A) Bone hardening (B) Bone softening (C) Collection of abnormal cell that accumulate within bones (D) Thickened skin
Overproduction of tears is always the result of *(A) Ocular pain or irritation* (B) Sad or frightened patients (C) Ingesting too much protein in the patient's diet (D) All of the above
Overproduction of tears is always the result of (A) Ocular pain or irritation (B) Sad or frightened patients (C) Ingesting too much protein in the patient's diet (D) All of the above
Ovine progressive pneumonia OPP causes all of the following except (A) Mastitis (B) Arthritis (C) Neurologic signs *(D) Pyometra*
Ovine progressive pneumonia OPP causes all of the following except (A) Mastitis (B) Arthritis (C) Neurologic signs (D) Pyometra
PDP is required to contain all of the following except (A) Manufacture name (B) Brand name (C) Net weight *(D) Nutritional claim*
PDP is required to contain all of the following except (A) Manufacture name (B) Brand name (C) Net weight (D) Nutritional claim
Painful straining at urination or defecation is (A) Hematochezia (B) Hematuria (C) Melena *(D) Tenesmus*
Painful straining at urination or defecation is (A) Hematochezia (B) Hematuria (C) Melena (D) Tenesmus
Painful urination is *(A) Dysuria* (B) Hematuria (C) Pyuria (D) Protinuria
Painful urination is (A) Dysuria (B) Hematuria (C) Pyuria (D) Protinuria
Pancreatitis occurs in both dogs and cats. Which statement is false? (A) Acute pancreatitis seen more commonly in dogs (B) Chronic pancreatitis is more common in cats *(C) Chronic pancreatitis is often caused by dietary indiscretion* (D) Acute pancreatitis is often caused by dietary indiscretion
Pancreatitis occurs in both dogs and cats. Which statement is false? (A) Acute pancreatitis seen more commonly in dogs (B) Chronic pancreatitis is more common in cats (C) Chronic pancreatitis is often caused by dietary indiscretion (D) Acute pancreatitis is often caused by dietary indiscretion
Pancreatitis or hyperlipidemia should avoid foods that are (A) High in protein (B) Low in protein *(C) High in fats* (D) Low in fats
Pancreatitis or hyperlipidemia should avoid foods that are (A) High in protein (B) Low in protein (C) High in fats (D) Low in fats
Passage of large volumes of pale, fatty feces (A) Anuria (B) Coprophagia *(C) Steatorrhea* (D) Oliguria
Passage of large volumes of pale, fatty feces (A) Anuria (B) Coprophagia (C) Steatorrhea (D) Oliguria
Patient is experiencing cardiopulmonary arrest. Most desirable route of drug administration is (A) IT (B) IC *(C) IV* (D) IO
Patient is experiencing cardiopulmonary arrest. Most desirable route of drug administration is (A) IT (B) IC (C) IV (D) IO
Patient was hit by a car and has no palpable pulse or detectable heartbeat requires chest compressions. These should be performed at a rate of? (A) 60-80 compressions/minute (B) 80-100 compressions/minute *(C) 100-120 compressions/minute* (D) 120-140 compressions/minute
Patient was hit by a car and has no palpable pulse or detectable heartbeat requires chest compressions. These should be performed at a rate of? (A) 60-80 compressions/minute (B) 80-100 compressions/minute (C) 100-120 compressions/minute (D) 120-140 compressions/minute
Patient with increased PCV and elevated TS is likely suffering from (A) Protein loss *(B) Dehydration* (C) Anemia (D) Poor perfusion
Patient with increased PCV and elevated TS is likely suffering from (A) Protein loss (B) Dehydration (C) Anemia (D) Poor perfusion
Patients suffering from short-bowel syndrome should be fed what diet in long term? (A) High-protein, high-fat diets *(B) Low-fat, highly digestible diets* (C) Hgh-fat, highly digestible diets (D) High-protein, moderately digestible diets
Patients suffering from short-bowel syndrome should be fed what diet in long term? (A) High-protein, high-fat diets (B) Low-fat, highly digestible diets (C) Hgh-fat, highly digestible diets (D) High-protein, moderately digestible diets
Patients with myasthenia gravis may suffer from megaesophagus and regurgitation. These patients are at an increased risk of (A) Acephalus *(B) Aspiration* (C) Asteatosis (D) Astrocytoma
Patients with myasthenia gravis may suffer from megaesophagus and regurgitation. These patients are at an increased risk of (A) Acephalus (B) Aspiration (C) Asteatosis (D) Astrocytoma
Pemphigus is a group of autoimmune disorders that impact the (A) Blood and lymph systems *(B) Skin and oral mucosa* (C) Eyes (D) Hooves and claws
Pemphigus is a group of autoimmune disorders that impact the (A) Blood and lymph systems (B) Skin and oral mucosa (C) Eyes (D) Hooves and claws
Pet food recipes found in books and on the internet are almost always (A) Perfectly balanced for dogs/cats (B) Complete and healthy (C) Highly palatable *(D) Incomplete and unbalanced*
Pet food recipes found in books and on the internet are almost always (A) Perfectly balanced for dogs/cats (B) Complete and healthy (C) Highly palatable (D) Incomplete and unbalanced
Pet foods that use food ingredients that have not been exposed to insecticides, pesticides, or medications such as antibiotics or growth promotants are known as *(A) Organic* (B) Raw (C) Natural (D) Holistic
Pet foods that use food ingredients that have not been exposed to insecticides, pesticides, or medications such as antibiotics or growth promotants are known as (A) Organic (B) Raw (C) Natural (D) Holistic
Petechial hemorrhage, ecchymosis, epistaxis, lethargy might be seen with *(A) Thrombocytopenia* (B) Urolithiasis (C) Renal failure (D) Pyometra
Petechial hemorrhage, ecchymosis, epistaxis, lethargy might be seen with (A) Thrombocytopenia (B) Urolithiasis (C) Renal failure (D) Pyometra
Phenylbutazone toxicosis in horses can produce (A) Liver insufficiency *(B) Oral, gastric, colonic ulcerations* (C) Icterus (D) Limb edema
Phenylbutazone toxicosis in horses can produce (A) Liver insufficiency (B) Oral, gastric, colonic ulcerations (C) Icterus (D) Limb edema
Physical therapy for companion animals presents multiple therapeutic benefits, improves quality of life, and speeds functional recovery. Which of the following may be helped by physical therapy? (A) Pain management (B) Combating acute and chronic inflammatory processes (C) Reducing edema *(D) All of the above*
Physical therapy for companion animals presents multiple therapeutic benefits, improves quality of life, and speeds functional recovery. Which of the following may be helped by physical therapy? (A) Pain management (B) Combating acute and chronic inflammatory processes (C) Reducing edema (D) All of the above
Pica describes? (A) Partial reduction in appetite (B) Ingestion of own feces *(C) Cravings for eating abnormal objects or food* (D) Loss of desire to eat
Pica describes? (A) Partial reduction in appetite (B) Ingestion of own feces (C) Cravings for eating abnormal objects or food (D) Loss of desire to eat
Pinkeye in cattle (A) Haemophilus aegypti *(B) Moraxella bovis* (C) Streptococcus pyogenes (D) Staphylococcus aureus
Pinkeye in cattle (A) Haemophilus aegypti (B) Moraxella bovis (C) Streptococcus pyogenes (D) Staphylococcus aureus
Pleuropneumonia in horses occurs when (A) Viral infections spread from lung tissue to the pleural space (B) Viral infections spread from plural space to the lung tissues (C) Bacterial infections spread from plural space to the lung tissue *(D) Bacterial infections spread from lung tissue to the pleural space*
Pleuropneumonia in horses occurs when (A) Viral infections spread from lung tissue to the pleural space (B) Viral infections spread from plural space to the lung tissues (C) Bacterial infections spread from plural space to the lung tissue (D) Bacterial infections spread from lung tissue to the pleural space
Polyuria (A) Lack of urine production *(B) Production of excessive urine amount* (C) Lack of water intake (D) Excessive protein in the urine
Polyuria (A) Lack of urine production (B) Production of excessive urine amount (C) Lack of water intake (D) Excessive protein in the urine
Poorly controlled diabetic patients may experience muscle wasting because of (A) Fat being catabolized to meet energy needs *(B) Protein being catabolized to meet energy needs* (C) Carbs being catabolized to meet energy needs (D) All of the above
Poorly controlled diabetic patients may experience muscle wasting because of (A) Fat being catabolized to meet energy needs (B) Protein being catabolized to meet energy needs (C) Carbs being catabolized to meet energy needs (D) All of the above
Porcine stress syndrome is also known as (A) Malignant hypothermia *(B) Malignant hyperthermia* (C) Sodium ion toxicosis (D) Porcine parvovirus
Porcine stress syndrome is also known as (A) Malignant hypothermia (B) Malignant hyperthermia (C) Sodium ion toxicosis (D) Porcine parvovirus
Porcine stress syndrome results in all of the following except (A) Muscle tremors (B) Death *(C) Hypothermia* (D) Dyspnea
Porcine stress syndrome results in all of the following except (A) Muscle tremors (B) Death (C) Hypothermia (D) Dyspnea
Postpartum uterine infections are known as (A) fetal membranes *(B) Metritis* (C) Pseudopregnancy (D) Milkfever
Postpartum uterine infections are known as (A) fetal membranes (B) Metritis (C) Pseudopregnancy (D) Milkfever
Potassium deficiency results in *(A) Neurologic disease* (B) Weight gain (C) Increased palatabillity (D) Improved growth
Potassium deficiency results in (A) Neurologic disease (B) Weight gain (C) Increased palatabillity (D) Improved growth
Presence of protein in urine may indicate (A) Acid-base imbalance (B) Hemolytic anemia *(C) Kidney disease* (D) Diabetes mellitus
Presence of protein in urine may indicate (A) Acid-base imbalance (B) Hemolytic anemia (C) Kidney disease (D) Diabetes mellitus
Prevalence of dilated or congetive cardiomyopathy in cats have decreased markedly since 1987, following the discovery that ___ deficiency was the principal cause (A) Glutamine *(B) Taurine* (C) Arginine (D) Copper
Prevalence of dilated or congetive cardiomyopathy in cats have decreased markedly since 1987, following the discovery that ___ deficiency was the principal cause (A) Glutamine (B) Taurine (C) Arginine (D) Copper
Process of giving birth to pigs is refereed to as (A) Stag (B) Freshening *(C) Farrowing* (D) Kidding
Process of giving birth to pigs is refereed to as (A) Stag (B) Freshening (C) Farrowing (D) Kidding
Production of fresh, bright red blood in feces, indicating blood loss in the lower GI tract (A) Dyscheiza *(B) Hematochezia* (C) Melena (D) Tenesmus
Production of fresh, bright red blood in feces, indicating blood loss in the lower GI tract (A) Dyscheiza (B) Hematochezia (C) Melena (D) Tenesmus
Projectile vomiting is most associated with (A) Gastric or esophageal disorder (B) Gastrointestinal ulceration (C) Involvement of bile in the duodenum *(D) Pyloric outflow obstruction*
Projectile vomiting is most associated with (A) Gastric or esophageal disorder (B) Gastrointestinal ulceration (C) Involvement of bile in the duodenum (D) Pyloric outflow obstruction
Proper pathway in which animal perceives pain *(A) Transduction, transmission, modulation, perception* (B) Transmission, modulation, transduction, perception (C) Perception, transmission, modulation, transduction (D) Transduction, transmission, perception, modulation
Proper pathway in which animal perceives pain (A) Transduction, transmission, modulation, perception (B) Transmission, modulation, transduction, perception (C) Perception, transmission, modulation, transduction (D) Transduction, transmission, perception, modulation
Proper splint and bandage care includes all of the following except *(A) Washing splint or bandage daily* (B) Preventing bandage or splint from becoming wet (C) Inspecting bandage or splint daily for any chance, such as swelling above or below the splint or bandage (D) Inspecting the bandage or splint for any shifting or change in position on the limb
Proper splint and bandage care includes all of the following except (A) Washing splint or bandage daily (B) Preventing bandage or splint from becoming wet (C) Inspecting bandage or splint daily for any chance, such as swelling above or below the splint or bandage (D) Inspecting the bandage or splint for any shifting or change in position on the limb
Proptosed globe *(A) Can be caused by overzealous restraint of the animal* (B) Is not considered an emergency (C) Can mos easily occur in dolichocephalic breeds like collies (D) Is commonly a consequence of conjunctivitis
Proptosed globe (A) Can be caused by overzealous restraint of the animal (B) Is not considered an emergency (C) Can mos easily occur in dolichocephalic breeds like collies (D) Is commonly a consequence of conjunctivitis
Protein malnutrition in patients with hepatic disease manifests clinically as (A) Hypoalbuminemia weight gain, muscle atrophy *(B) Weight loss, muscle atrophy, hypoalbuminemia* (C) Muscle atrophy, hyperalbuminemia zinc accumulation (D) Vitamin K accumulation, weight loss, muscle atrophy
Protein malnutrition in patients with hepatic disease manifests clinically as (A) Hypoalbuminemia weight gain, muscle atrophy (B) Weight loss, muscle atrophy, hypoalbuminemia (C) Muscle atrophy, hyperalbuminemia zinc accumulation (D) Vitamin K accumulation, weight loss, muscle atrophy
Puppies, kittens, nursing mothers require: *(A) Higher levels of protein in their diet than adult maintenance requirements* (B) Vitamin supplementation (C) Higher levels of fiber than are required in adult maintenance diets (D) Fewer calories than adult maintenance requirements
Puppies, kittens, nursing mothers require: (A) Higher levels of protein in their diet than adult maintenance requirements (B) Vitamin supplementation (C) Higher levels of fiber than are required in adult maintenance diets (D) Fewer calories than adult maintenance requirements
Pyrexic cows experiencing bovine respiratory disease syndrome commonly have a temperature of (A) 99 F - 101.5 F (B) 96.8 F - 99 F (C) 100 F - 102.2 F *(D) 104 F - 107 F*
Pyrexic cows experiencing bovine respiratory disease syndrome commonly have a temperature of (A) 99 F - 101.5 F (B) 96.8 F - 99 F (C) 100 F - 102.2 F (D) 104 F - 107 F
Recumbent equine patients should be rotated every (A) 2-3 hours *(B) 4-6 hours* (C) 8-10 hours (D) 12-14 hours
Recumbent equine patients should be rotated every (A) 2-3 hours (B) 4-6 hours (C) 8-10 hours (D) 12-14 hours
Refeeding syndrome occurs in disease conditions such as (A) Starvation from feline hepatic lipidosis (B) Overall malnutrition (C) Prolonged diuresis *(D) All of the above*
Refeeding syndrome occurs in disease conditions such as (A) Starvation from feline hepatic lipidosis (B) Overall malnutrition (C) Prolonged diuresis (D) All of the above
Retained placentas in dairy cattle result from all of the following except (A) Delivery of twins (B) Abortion *(C) Vitamin D deficiency* (D) Dysotcia
Retained placentas in dairy cattle result from all of the following except (A) Delivery of twins (B) Abortion (C) Vitamin D deficiency (D) Dysotcia
Ribs that make up caudal part of the thorax (A) Sternal ribs *(B) Asternal ribs* (C) Floating ribs (D) Costochondral junction
Ribs that make up caudal part of the thorax (A) Sternal ribs (B) Asternal ribs (C) Floating ribs (D) Costochondral junction
Rickets is caused by ____ deficiency (A) Vitamin A *(B) Vitamin D* (C) Vitamin E (D) Vitamin K
Rickets is caused by ____ deficiency (A) Vitamin A (B) Vitamin D (C) Vitamin E (D) Vitamin K
Rumen filled with a pH less than ___ suggests grain overload (A) 3.5 *(B) 5.5* (C) 7.5 (D) 9.0
Rumen filled with a pH less than ___ suggests grain overload (A) 3.5 (B) 5.5 (C) 7.5 (D) 9.0
Rumen indigestion may result from (A) Undercooked foods (B) Vaccination (C) Slow transition within rumen environment *(D) Rapid feed change*
Rumen indigestion may result from (A) Undercooked foods (B) Vaccination (C) Slow transition within rumen environment (D) Rapid feed change
Rumen tympany is also called (A) Lactic acidosis (B) Tetany *(C) Bloat* (D) Rumenitis
Rumen tympany is also called (A) Lactic acidosis (B) Tetany (C) Bloat (D) Rumenitis
Sebaceous glands deposit cat scent are located in all of the following except (A) Around lips and chin (B) Between toes *(C) Tip of tail* (D) Perianal area
Sebaceous glands deposit cat scent are located in all of the following except (A) Around lips and chin (B) Between toes (C) Tip of tail (D) Perianal area
Semimoist food is not advised for an animal *(A) Diabetic* (B) Geriatric (C) Growing (D) Lactating
Semimoist food is not advised for an animal (A) Diabetic (B) Geriatric (C) Growing (D) Lactating
Septic thrombophlebitis is more likely to occur in which of the following equine patients *(A) Patients experiencing endotoxemia* (B) Patients receiving enteral nutrition (C) Patients that are recumbent (D) Septic thrombophlebitis does not occur in horses
Septic thrombophlebitis is more likely to occur in which of the following equine patients (A) Patients experiencing endotoxemia (B) Patients receiving enteral nutrition (C) Patients that are recumbent (D) Septic thrombophlebitis does not occur in horses
Serum centrifuged in a microhematocrit tube characterized as transparent and yellow or orange in color is called (A) Hemolysis (B) Hyperproteinemia *(C) Icterus* (D) Lipemia
Serum centrifuged in a microhematocrit tube characterized as transparent and yellow or orange in color is called (A) Hemolysis (B) Hyperproteinemia (C) Icterus (D) Lipemia
Serum centrifuged in a microhematocrit tube characterized as turbid and white in color is called? (A) Hemolysis (B) Hyperproteinemia (C) Icterus *(D) Lipemia*
Serum centrifuged in a microhematocrit tube characterized as turbid and white in color is called? (A) Hemolysis (B) Hyperproteinemia (C) Icterus (D) Lipemia
Serum centrifuged in a microhematocrit tube characterized by varying degrees of redness is likely a result of *(A) Hemolysis* (B) Hyperproteinemia (C) Icterus (D) Lipemia
Serum centrifuged in a microhematocrit tube characterized by varying degrees of redness is likely a result of (A) Hemolysis (B) Hyperproteinemia (C) Icterus (D) Lipemia
Signs of immune-mediated thrombocytopenia include all of the following except: (A) Petechiae (B) Ecchymoses *(C) Thrombocytosis* (D) Anemia
Signs of immune-mediated thrombocytopenia include all of the following except: (A) Petechiae (B) Ecchymoses (C) Thrombocytosis (D) Anemia
Signs of west nile encephalitis include (A) Hypoesthesia (B) Bilateral nasal discharge *(C) Ataxia* (D) Mandibular lymph node swelling
Signs of west nile encephalitis include (A) Hypoesthesia (B) Bilateral nasal discharge (C) Ataxia (D) Mandibular lymph node swelling
Sites for IO catheter placement include: (A) Caranial aspect of greater tubercle of humerus (B) Trochanteric fossa of proximal femur (C) Flat medial aspect of proximal tibia *(D) All of these*
Sites for IO catheter placement include: (A) Caranial aspect of greater tubercle of humerus (B) Trochanteric fossa of proximal femur (C) Flat medial aspect of proximal tibia (D) All of these
Small frequent meals help patient with hepatic disease by (A) Optimizing blood flow through liver (B) Managing fasting glucose (C) Minimizing hepatic encephalopathy *(D) All of the above*
Small frequent meals help patient with hepatic disease by (A) Optimizing blood flow through liver (B) Managing fasting glucose (C) Minimizing hepatic encephalopathy (D) All of the above
Small ruminants are considered highly susceptible to enterotoxemia and should be vaccinated every ___ months (A) 3 *(B) 6* (C) 10 (D) 12
Small ruminants are considered highly susceptible to enterotoxemia and should be vaccinated every ___ months (A) 3 (B) 6 (C) 10 (D) 12
Sodium is absorbed in? (A) Esophagus (B) Stomach (C) Small intestine *(D) Large intestine*
Sodium is absorbed in? (A) Esophagus (B) Stomach (C) Small intestine (D) Large intestine
Specific recommendations that support a successful weight-loss program include (A) Using an 8-oz measuring cup to measure food (B) Appropriate exercise for ht pet (C) Emphasizing feeding consistency including feeding pet from designated dish only *(D) All of the above*
Specific recommendations that support a successful weight-loss program include (A) Using an 8-oz measuring cup to measure food (B) Appropriate exercise for ht pet (C) Emphasizing feeding consistency including feeding pet from designated dish only (D) All of the above
Spheroidal joints are also called (A) Trochoid joints (B) Pivot joints (C) Gliding joints *(D) Ball-and-socket joints*
Spheroidal joints are also called (A) Trochoid joints (B) Pivot joints (C) Gliding joints (D) Ball-and-socket joints
Stomach is located in left cranial abdomen. When food is ingested, it mixes with gastric juices, and then it propels to which part of the small intestine? (A) Cecum *(B) Duodenum* (C) Pylorus (D) Serosa
Stomach is located in left cranial abdomen. When food is ingested, it mixes with gastric juices, and then it propels to which part of the small intestine? (A) Cecum (B) Duodenum (C) Pylorus (D) Serosa
Stomatitis is defined as (A) Bad breath is evident when dental work must be completed *(B) Inflammation of mouth soft tissue* (C) Resorption of hard dental tissues by odontoclasts (D) Inflammation and infection of some or all of the tooth's supportive tissues
Stomatitis is defined as (A) Bad breath is evident when dental work must be completed (B) Inflammation of mouth soft tissue (C) Resorption of hard dental tissues by odontoclasts (D) Inflammation and infection of some or all of the tooth's supportive tissues
Swine wallow in mud to (A) Forage for food *(B) Thermoregulate* (C) Remove parasites (D) Prevent sunburn
Swine wallow in mud to (A) Forage for food (B) Thermoregulate (C) Remove parasites (D) Prevent sunburn
TX of free gas bloat in rumination patients includes all of the following except; (A) Passing an orogastric tube (B) Administration of calcium *(C) Exercise restriction* (D) Rumen trocarization
TX of free gas bloat in rumination patients includes all of the following except; (A) Passing an orogastric tube (B) Administration of calcium (C) Exercise restriction (D) Rumen trocarization
Taking a complete and accurate patient history *(A) Is an important task that may be performed by veterinary technicians* (B) Should only be performed by a veterinarian (C) Is only necessary if the patient has never been to the hospital (D) Is not necessary for wellness exams in healthy patients
Taking a complete and accurate patient history (A) Is an important task that may be performed by veterinary technicians (B) Should only be performed by a veterinarian (C) Is only necessary if the patient has never been to the hospital (D) Is not necessary for wellness exams in healthy patients
Taste receptor cells in dogs show a preference that cats do not and that is... *(A) Sweet* (B) Sour (C) Salty (D) Bitter
Taste receptor cells in dogs show a preference that cats do not and that is... (A) Sweet (B) Sour (C) Salty (D) Bitter
Taurine and L-carnitine have been found to aid in (A) Inappetence (B) Dysphagia *(C) Cardiac muscle function* (D) Temperament
Taurine and L-carnitine have been found to aid in (A) Inappetence (B) Dysphagia (C) Cardiac muscle function (D) Temperament
Tech who is involved in doing a professional dental cleaning should be capable of (A) Performing an assessment (B) Periodontal debridement (C) Polishing *(D) All of the above*
Tech who is involved in doing a professional dental cleaning should be capable of (A) Performing an assessment (B) Periodontal debridement (C) Polishing (D) All of the above
Technicians administering IV chemotherapy drugs via an IV catheter must be vigilant. If you suspect some of the drug may have leaked out of the vessel into the surrounding tissue, you should? (A) Immediately remove the IV catheter *(B) Leave the IV catheter in place* (C) Continue to administer the drug (D) No action is required
Technicians administering IV chemotherapy drugs via an IV catheter must be vigilant. If you suspect some of the drug may have leaked out of the vessel into the surrounding tissue, you should? (A) Immediately remove the IV catheter (B) Leave the IV catheter in place (C) Continue to administer the drug (D) No action is required
Tension pneumothorax occurs when pressure in the thoracic cavity has (A) Less than atmospheric pressure (B) Equal to atmospheric pressure *(C) Greater than atmospheric pressure* (D) Constant as animal breathes in and out
Tension pneumothorax occurs when pressure in the thoracic cavity has (A) Less than atmospheric pressure (B) Equal to atmospheric pressure (C) Greater than atmospheric pressure (D) Constant as animal breathes in and out
Term amyoplasia refers to *(A) Lack of muscle formation or development* (B) Paralysis of muscles (C) Muscular weakness or partial paralysis restricted to one side of the body (D) Any disease of a muscle
Term amyoplasia refers to (A) Lack of muscle formation or development (B) Paralysis of muscles (C) Muscular weakness or partial paralysis restricted to one side of the body (D) Any disease of a muscle
The blind spot for horses is (A) Between their eyes *(B) Below their noses* (C) To the left of their heads (D) To the right of their heads
The blind spot for horses is (A) Between their eyes (B) Below their noses (C) To the left of their heads (D) To the right of their heads
The cell is a basic unit of the body. Cells contain all of the following except (A) Cell membrane (B) Cytoplasm *(C) Neuron* (D) Nucleus
The cell is a basic unit of the body. Cells contain all of the following except (A) Cell membrane (B) Cytoplasm (C) Neuron (D) Nucleus
The cornea is composed of four layers. Which of the following is not one of the four layers of the cornea? (A) Epithelium (B) Stroma (C) Endothelium *(D) Sclera*
The cornea is composed of four layers. Which of the following is not one of the four layers of the cornea? (A) Epithelium (B) Stroma (C) Endothelium (D) Sclera
The first drug of choice for a cat with status epilepticus is *(A) Diazepam* (B) Pentobarbital (C) Potassium bromide (D) Propofol
The first drug of choice for a cat with status epilepticus is (A) Diazepam (B) Pentobarbital (C) Potassium bromide (D) Propofol
The list of ingredients appear on pet food label in order of (A) Dietary importance (B) Nutritional bioavailabilty (C) Caloric percentage *(D) Weight*
The list of ingredients appear on pet food label in order of (A) Dietary importance (B) Nutritional bioavailabilty (C) Caloric percentage (D) Weight
The medical treatment for lactic acidosis in ruminants *(A) Rapid removal of rumen contents* (B) IV administration of calcium (C) IM injection of sodium bicarbonate (D) Lactic acidosis can not be treated
The medical treatment for lactic acidosis in ruminants (A) Rapid removal of rumen contents (B) IV administration of calcium (C) IM injection of sodium bicarbonate (D) Lactic acidosis can not be treated
The metabolic alterations that occur after nutritional support is started in a severely malnourished, underweight, and/or starved patient *(A Refeeding syndrome* (B) Starvation (C) Simple starvation (D) None of the above
The metabolic alterations that occur after nutritional support is started in a severely malnourished, underweight, and/or starved patient (A Refeeding syndrome (B) Starvation (C) Simple starvation (D) None of the above
The most common form of malnutrition in hospitalized animals is ____ because of the reluctance and inability to eat voluntarily *(A) Lack of energy and protein intake* (B) Lack of sugar (C) Lack of carbohydrates (D) Lack of minerals
The most common form of malnutrition in hospitalized animals is ____ because of the reluctance and inability to eat voluntarily (A) Lack of energy and protein intake (B) Lack of sugar (C) Lack of carbohydrates (D) Lack of minerals
The most common presenting sign in a patient with undiagnosed severe hypertension (A) Anoxia (B) Cardiomyopathy *(C) Blindness* (D) Hypothyroidism
The most common presenting sign in a patient with undiagnosed severe hypertension (A) Anoxia (B) Cardiomyopathy (C) Blindness (D) Hypothyroidism
The most desirable induction agent for an emergency C-section is? (A) Etomidate (B) Diazepam *(C) Propofol* (D) Thiopental
The most desirable induction agent for an emergency C-section is? (A) Etomidate (B) Diazepam (C) Propofol (D) Thiopental
The overingestion of fats may contribute to (A) Patella luxation (B) Cushings disease *(C) Pancreatitis* (D) Panosteitis
The overingestion of fats may contribute to (A) Patella luxation (B) Cushings disease (C) Pancreatitis (D) Panosteitis
The pulse pressure or quality of the pulse... (A) Is not of clinical significance as it is a subjective measurement *(B) Might be an indicator of possible heart or blood pressure issues* (C) Often feels very strong in older animals (D) May feel weak if the patient is excited
The pulse pressure or quality of the pulse... (A) Is not of clinical significance as it is a subjective measurement (B) Might be an indicator of possible heart or blood pressure issues (C) Often feels very strong in older animals (D) May feel weak if the patient is excited
The term used to describe a group of hereditary eye disease seen in many breeds of dogs, which causes loss of night vision or low-light vision is (A) Pannus (B) Keratoconjunctivitis sicca *(C) Progressive retina atrophy* (D) Chronic superficial keratitis
The term used to describe a group of hereditary eye disease seen in many breeds of dogs, which causes loss of night vision or low-light vision is (A) Pannus (B) Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (C) Progressive retina atrophy (D) Chronic superficial keratitis
The typical gestation for pigs (A) 42 days (B) 63 days *(C) 114 days* (D) 147 days
The typical gestation for pigs (A) 42 days (B) 63 days (C) 114 days (D) 147 days
The vet tech can use both subjective and objective observations to determine the patient state. All of the following are objective observations except (A) Body temperature (B) Capillary refill time *(C) Demeanor* (D) Heart rate
The vet tech can use both subjective and objective observations to determine the patient state. All of the following are objective observations except (A) Body temperature (B) Capillary refill time (C) Demeanor (D) Heart rate
To evaluate urine for crystalluria *(A) Urinalysis performed within 30 minutes of sample collection* (B) Evaluation best performed after urine has been refrigerated for 12 hours (C) Sample always sent out for evaluation (D) Ultrasound most reliable means of evaluation
To evaluate urine for crystalluria (A) Urinalysis performed within 30 minutes of sample collection (B) Evaluation best performed after urine has been refrigerated for 12 hours (C) Sample always sent out for evaluation (D) Ultrasound most reliable means of evaluation
To fill prescriptions or administer a medication, technicians must be familiar with medical abbreviations. Which indicates medication that is to be applied to both eyes? (A) AU (B) OD (C) OS *(D) OU*
To fill prescriptions or administer a medication, technicians must be familiar with medical abbreviations. Which indicates medication that is to be applied to both eyes? (A) AU (B) OD (C) OS (D) OU
To perform coupage, cupped hands should be used to tap firmly on the chest wall starting *(A) Caudally and working forward* (B) Cranial and working upward (C) caudally and working backward (D) Cranial and working backward
To perform coupage, cupped hands should be used to tap firmly on the chest wall starting (A) Caudally and working forward (B) Cranial and working upward (C) caudally and working backward (D) Cranial and working backward
To reduce intracranial pressure that results from trauma, ____ may be given every 4 to 8 hours (A) Atropine (B) Dexmethasone (C) Diazepam *(D) Mannitol*
To reduce intracranial pressure that results from trauma, ____ may be given every 4 to 8 hours (A) Atropine (B) Dexmethasone (C) Diazepam (D) Mannitol
Total protein levels are ___ in dehydrated animal (A) Unaffected (B) Decreased *(C) Increased* (D) Variable
Total protein levels are ___ in dehydrated animal (A) Unaffected (B) Decreased (C) Increased (D) Variable
Transparent covering of the front of the eye (A) Lens (B) Iris (C) Pupil *(D) Cornea*
Transparent covering of the front of the eye (A) Lens (B) Iris (C) Pupil (D) Cornea
Treatment for bovine viral diarrhea is? (A) IV fluid administration (B) Anti-inflammatory administration (C) Antihelmintic therapy *(D) No treatment for BVD*
Treatment for bovine viral diarrhea is? (A) IV fluid administration (B) Anti-inflammatory administration (C) Antihelmintic therapy (D) No treatment for BVD
Treatment for joint mobility includes (A) ROM (B) Stretching exercises *(C) A and B* (D) None of the above
Treatment for joint mobility includes (A) ROM (B) Stretching exercises (C) A and B (D) None of the above
Treatment of acute pancreatitis (A) Low protein, high fat diet *(B) Bland, low fat diet* (C) Low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet (D) Diet high in fat and calories
Treatment of acute pancreatitis (A) Low protein, high fat diet (B) Bland, low fat diet (C) Low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet (D) Diet high in fat and calories
Treatment of frothy gas bloat in ruminant patients includes the administration of all the following products except (A) DSS (B) Poloxalene (C) Household detergent *(D) Calcium*
Treatment of frothy gas bloat in ruminant patients includes the administration of all the following products except (A) DSS (B) Poloxalene (C) Household detergent (D) Calcium
Two zygomatic bones are also known as the *(A) Malar bones* (B) Maxillary bones (C) Lacrimal bones (D) Nasal bones
Two zygomatic bones are also known as the (A) Malar bones (B) Maxillary bones (C) Lacrimal bones (D) Nasal bones
Typical gestation for a dog (A) 42 days *(B) 63 days* (C) 114 days (D) 147 days
Typical gestation for a dog (A) 42 days (B) 63 days (C) 114 days (D) 147 days
Underlying cause of icterus (A) Anemia *(B) Hyperbilirubinemia* (C) Keotnuria (D) Hyperthemoglobinemia
Underlying cause of icterus (A) Anemia (B) Hyperbilirubinemia (C) Keotnuria (D) Hyperthemoglobinemia
Underlying disease for most cases of feline aortic thromboembolism is ___ in origin *(A) Cardiac* (B) Hepatic (C) Renal (D) Respiratory
Underlying disease for most cases of feline aortic thromboembolism is ___ in origin (A) Cardiac (B) Hepatic (C) Renal (D) Respiratory
Urinary tract infection is a common secondary complication in cats and dogs with (A) Congestive heart failure *(B) Diabetes mellitus* (C) hepatic lipidosis (D) Hyperthyroidism
Urinary tract infection is a common secondary complication in cats and dogs with (A) Congestive heart failure (B) Diabetes mellitus (C) hepatic lipidosis (D) Hyperthyroidism
Uterine infections in ruminants are associated with all of the following except (A) Unbalanced prepartum diets *(B) Viruses* (C) Delivery of twins (D) Bacterium
Uterine infections in ruminants are associated with all of the following except (A) Unbalanced prepartum diets (B) Viruses (C) Delivery of twins (D) Bacterium
Vaccines may be given by any of the following except; (A) SQ (B) IM (C) Intranasally *(D) IP*
Vaccines may be given by any of the following except; (A) SQ (B) IM (C) Intranasally (D) IP
Various factors influence a pet's daily energy expenditure. Which is affected by gender, reproductive status, age *(A) Basal metabolic rate* (B) Voluntary muscular activity (C) Meal induced thermogenesis (D) Adaptive thermogenesis
Various factors influence a pet's daily energy expenditure. Which is affected by gender, reproductive status, age (A) Basal metabolic rate (B) Voluntary muscular activity (C) Meal induced thermogenesis (D) Adaptive thermogenesis
Vet tech can play an important role in pain management by (A) Monitor urine/fecal output (B) Change medication when it is ineffective *(C) Communicating directly with clinician about particular concerns* (D) Directing vet assistant to provide medications
Vet tech can play an important role in pain management by (A) Monitor urine/fecal output (B) Change medication when it is ineffective (C) Communicating directly with clinician about particular concerns (D) Directing vet assistant to provide medications
Viral rhinotracheitis is caused by (A) Canine distemper (B) Canine parvovirus *(C) Herpes virus* (D) Von willebrands
Viral rhinotracheitis is caused by (A) Canine distemper (B) Canine parvovirus (C) Herpes virus (D) Von willebrands
Visceral pain is common among companion animals, which of the following is not an example of visceral pain? (A) Pancreatitis (B) Gastroenteritis (C) Bowel ischemia *(D) Osteosarcoma*
Visceral pain is common among companion animals, which of the following is not an example of visceral pain? (A) Pancreatitis (B) Gastroenteritis (C) Bowel ischemia (D) Osteosarcoma
Weak, moderate, strong, bounding, tall are terms often used to describe the patient's (A) Attitude (B) Respiration quality *(C) Pulse quality* (D) Blood pressure
Weak, moderate, strong, bounding, tall are terms often used to describe the patient's (A) Attitude (B) Respiration quality (C) Pulse quality (D) Blood pressure
What amino acid does a cat require in its diet to avoid dilated cardiomyopathy (A) Cysteine *(B) Taurine* (C) Guanine (D) Isoleucine
What amino acid does a cat require in its diet to avoid dilated cardiomyopathy (A) Cysteine (B) Taurine (C) Guanine (D) Isoleucine
What are main tools of equine restraint (A) Halter (B) Lead rope (C) Nose twitch *(D) A and B*
What are main tools of equine restraint (A) Halter (B) Lead rope (C) Nose twitch (D) A and B
What device is used to restrain cattle (A) Nose ring (B) Nose lead *(C) Chute* (D) Halter
What device is used to restrain cattle (A) Nose ring (B) Nose lead (C) Chute (D) Halter
What do black coffee grounds in the vomitus indicate? (A) Gastric or esophageal disorder *(B) Gastrointestinal ulceration* (C) Involvement of bile in the duodenum (D) Pyloric outflow obstruction
What do black coffee grounds in the vomitus indicate? (A) Gastric or esophageal disorder (B) Gastrointestinal ulceration (C) Involvement of bile in the duodenum (D) Pyloric outflow obstruction
What does frank blood in diarrhea indicate? (A) Involvement of the stomach (B) Involvement of the jejunum or ileum (C) Involvement of the large intestine *(D) Colitis*
What does frank blood in diarrhea indicate? (A) Involvement of the stomach (B) Involvement of the jejunum or ileum (C) Involvement of the large intestine (D) Colitis
What does guaranteed analysis on pet food label mean (A) States exact measurements of nutrients and moisture levels in the food *(B) Combination of maximum and minimum nutrient and moisture levels in the food* (C) States maximum levels of each nutrient in the food (D) States minimum levels of each nutrient in the food
What does guaranteed analysis on pet food label mean (A) States exact measurements of nutrients and moisture levels in the food (B) Combination of maximum and minimum nutrient and moisture levels in the food (C) States maximum levels of each nutrient in the food (D) States minimum levels of each nutrient in the food
What does presence of green fluid in the vomitus indicate (A) Gastric or esophageal disorder (B) Gastrointestinal ulceration *(C) Involvement of bile in the duodenum* (D) Pyloric outflow obstruction
What does presence of green fluid in the vomitus indicate (A) Gastric or esophageal disorder (B) Gastrointestinal ulceration (C) Involvement of bile in the duodenum (D) Pyloric outflow obstruction
What does presence of peripheral edema indicate (A) Coagulation disorder *(B) Hypoproteinemia* (C) Hypotension (D) Hypoxia
What does presence of peripheral edema indicate (A) Coagulation disorder (B) Hypoproteinemia (C) Hypotension (D) Hypoxia
What does presence of petchiae and ecchymoses indicate? (A) Anemia *(B) Coagulation disorder* (C) Dehydration (D) Hypertension
What does presence of petchiae and ecchymoses indicate? (A) Anemia (B) Coagulation disorder (C) Dehydration (D) Hypertension
What does redness, swelling, purulent discharge from IV catheter site mean *(A) Site infection* (B) Catheter leakage (C) Catheter occlusion (D) Normal insertion
What does redness, swelling, purulent discharge from IV catheter site mean (A) Site infection (B) Catheter leakage (C) Catheter occlusion (D) Normal insertion
What does the presence of subcutaneous fluid around an Iv catheter site indicate? (A) Catheter site infection *(B) Catheter leakage* (C) Catheter occlusion (D) Normal insertion site
What does the presence of subcutaneous fluid around an Iv catheter site indicate? (A) Catheter site infection (B) Catheter leakage (C) Catheter occlusion (D) Normal insertion site
What equals 30 ml (A) 1 Tbsp. (B) 1 tsp *(C) 1 oz.* (D) 1 cup
What equals 30 ml (A) 1 Tbsp. (B) 1 tsp. (C) 1 oz. (D) 1 cup
What high-frequency diarrhea with straining and mucus indicates? (A) Involvement of the stomach (B) Involvement of the jejunum or ileum *(C) Involvement of large intestine* (D) Colitis
What high-frequency diarrhea with straining and mucus indicates? (A) Involvement of the stomach (B) Involvement of the jejunum or ileum (C) Involvement of large intestine (D) Colitis
What is a cause of flea allergy dermatitis (A) Environmental allergens, including trees, grasses, pollens *(B) Ctenocephalides infestation* (C) Blastomyces infection (D) Mite infestation
What is a cause of flea allergy dermatitis (A) Environmental allergens, including trees, grasses, pollens (B) Ctenocephalides infestation (C) Blastomyces infection (D) Mite infestation
What is a relatively new option to manage hyperthyroidism in cats (A) Thyroidectomy *(B) Nutritional management* (C) Anti-thyroid medications (D) Radioactive iodine
What is a relatively new option to manage hyperthyroidism in cats (A) Thyroidectomy (B) Nutritional management (C) Anti-thyroid medications (D) Radioactive iodine
What is a sign of common complications to heartworm adulticide therapy?: (A) Ecchymoses, anemia *(B) Hemoptysis, dyspnea* (C) Hematuria, stranguria, (D) Melena, lethargy
What is a sign of common complications to heartworm adulticide therapy?: (A) Ecchymoses, anemia (B) Hemoptysis, dyspnea (C) Hematuria, stranguria, (D) Melena, lethargy
What is an average amount of urine output per day, for a full sized horse (A) 20-30 ml/day (B) 1-3 L/day *(C) 5-15 L/day* (D) 5-15 gal/day
What is an average amount of urine output per day, for a full sized horse (A) 20-30 ml/day (B) 1-3 L/day (C) 5-15 L/day (D) 5-15 gal/day
What is average amount of water intake per day for a full-sized horse (A) 20-30 ml/day (B) 5-15 L/day *(C) 20-30 L/day* (D) 20-30 gal/day
What is average amount of water intake per day for a full-sized horse (A) 20-30 ml/day (B) 5-15 L/day (C) 20-30 L/day (D) 20-30 gal/day
What is average weight of an adult pot bellied pig (A) 50 lb *(B) 120 lb* (C) 220 lb (D) 450 lb
What is average weight of an adult pot bellied pig (A) 50 lb (B) 120 lb (C) 220 lb (D) 450 lb
What is known duration of immunity for bordetella bronchiseptica? (A) 6 months *(B) 1 year* (C) 3 years (D) 5 years
What is known duration of immunity for bordetella bronchiseptica? (A) 6 months (B) 1 year (C) 3 years (D) 5 years
What is most appropriate action when a catheter is leaking subcutaneously? (A) Leave as it is and check 3-4 hours later (B) Reduce fluid rate, continue use *(C) Remove catheter* (D) No need for intervention
What is most appropriate action when a catheter is leaking subcutaneously? (A) Leave as it is and check 3-4 hours later (B) Reduce fluid rate, continue use (C) Remove catheter (D) No need for intervention
What is most appropriate action when catheter infection is detected (A) Disinfect catheter site and continue use (B) Measure patient temperature an remove only if there is a fever *(C) Remove the catheter* (D) No need for intervention
What is most appropriate action when catheter infection is detected (A) Disinfect catheter site and continue use (B) Measure patient temperature an remove only if there is a fever (C) Remove the catheter (D) No need for intervention
What is most appropriate wound-flushing solution (A) Hydrogen peroxide *(B) Isotonic saline* (C) Povidone-iodine solution (D) Tap water
What is most appropriate wound-flushing solution (A) Hydrogen peroxide (B) Isotonic saline (C) Povidone-iodine solution (D) Tap water
What is most common nutritional disease of pot bellied pigs (A) Calcium deficiency (B) Vitamin E deficiency *(C) Obesity* (D) Mal-nourishment
What is most common nutritional disease of pot bellied pigs (A) Calcium deficiency (B) Vitamin E deficiency (C) Obesity (D) Mal-nourishment
What is porphyrin staining in rodents (A) Hair standing on end (B) Color of cage litter from urine *(C) Red tears which may encircle the eye* (D) None of the above
What is porphyrin staining in rodents (A) Hair standing on end (B) Color of cage litter from urine (C) Red tears which may encircle the eye (D) None of the above
What is predominant method for transmission of feline immunodeficiency virus in cats (A) Grooming *(B) Bite wounds* (C) Urine (D) Feces
What is predominant method for transmission of feline immunodeficiency virus in cats (A) Grooming (B) Bite wounds (C) Urine (D) Feces
What is purpose of a safety program *(A) Reduce/eliminate the possibility of injury or illness for everyone on the premises* (B) Reduce or eliminate possibility of injury or illness for employees only (C) Make OSHA happy (D) Reduce or eliminate possibility of injury or illness for client only
What is purpose of a safety program (A) Reduce/eliminate the possibility of injury or illness for everyone on the premises (B) Reduce or eliminate possibility of injury or illness for employees only (C) Make OSHA happy (D) Reduce or eliminate possibility of injury or illness for client only
What is the name of the cycle of collecting subjective and objective data, identifying and prioritizing patient problems to be addressed, developing a nursing plan, implementing interventions, and assessing treatment effectiveness *(A) Nursing process* (B) Physical exam (C) Patient treatment (D) Diagnosis
What is the name of the cycle of collecting subjective and objective data, identifying and prioritizing patient problems to be addressed, developing a nursing plan, implementing interventions, and assessing treatment effectiveness (A) Nursing process (B) Physical exam (C) Patient treatment (D) Diagnosis
What is the name of the third party that evaluates veterinary dental foods and approves an oral care seal on its veterinary products? *(A) Veterinary oral health council* (B) American veterinary dental association (C) Academy of veterinary oral health (D) Veterinary dental society
What is the name of the third party that evaluates veterinary dental foods and approves an oral care seal on its veterinary products? (A) Veterinary oral health council (B) American veterinary dental association (C) Academy of veterinary oral health (D) Veterinary dental society
What monitoring patients on fluids and/or patients that undergo diuresis, urine output is an important consideration. Normal urine production for a dog or cat is? (A) 0-1 ml/kg/hr *(B) 1-2 ml/kg/hr* (C) 2-3 ml/kg/hr (D) 3-4 ml/kg/hr
What monitoring patients on fluids and/or patients that undergo diuresis, urine output is an important consideration. Normal urine production for a dog or cat is? (A) 0-1 ml/kg/hr (B) 1-2 ml/kg/hr (C) 2-3 ml/kg/hr (D) 3-4 ml/kg/hr
What percent in excess of the optimal weight for their breed classifies dogs and cats as obese *(A) >20%* (B) 10-19% (C) 35% (D) 50%
What percent in excess of the optimal weight for their breed classifies dogs and cats as obese (A) >20% (B) 10-19% (C) 35% (D) 50%
What percent of hyperthyroid cats remained euthyroid when fed <0.2 ppm iodine DMB as the sole source of nutrition. (A) 60% (B) 80% *(C) 90%* (D) 75%
What percent of hyperthyroid cats remained euthyroid when fed <0.2 ppm iodine DMB as the sole source of nutrition. (A) 60% (B) 80% (C) 90% (D) 75%
What structure connects muscle to bone (A) Ligaments *(B) Tendons* (C) Foramen (D) Process
What structure connects muscle to bone (A) Ligaments (B) Tendons (C) Foramen (D) Process
When a female dog is bred, amount of calories should be increased.. (A) Right after breeding (B) 1 week after breeding (C) 2-3 weeks after breeding *(D) 5-6 weeks after breeding*
When a female dog is bred, amount of calories should be increased.. (A) Right after breeding (B) 1 week after breeding (C) 2-3 weeks after breeding (D) 5-6 weeks after breeding
When a veterinary technician is distingushing pain from dysphoria, which would the tech do? (A) Place patient on comfortable blankets *(B) Speak in low tones and interact with the animal, which makes the patient feel better, but behaviors resume when interactions stop* (C) Move animal to different ward (D) Reverse analgesic medication
When a veterinary technician is distingushing pain from dysphoria, which would the tech do? (A) Place patient on comfortable blankets (B) Speak in low tones and interact with the animal, which makes the patient feel better, but behaviors resume when interactions stop (C) Move animal to different ward (D) Reverse analgesic medication
When attaching an ECG, which leg should have red lead? (A) Right foreleg (B) Left foreleg (C) Right hind leg *(D) Left hind leg*
When attaching an ECG, which leg should have red lead? (A) Right foreleg (B) Left foreleg (C) Right hind leg (D) Left hind leg
When charting a medical record, in what portion of the record is the TPR logged (A) Subjective *(B) Objective* (C) Assessment (D) Plan
When charting a medical record, in what portion of the record is the TPR logged (A) Subjective (B) Objective (C) Assessment (D) Plan
When choosing a specific restraint mechanism for a patient, which of the following is taken into consideration before restraining (A) Equipment available *(B) Individual behavior* (C) If client is watching (D) There are no considerations
When choosing a specific restraint mechanism for a patient, which of the following is taken into consideration before restraining (A) Equipment available (B) Individual behavior (C) If client is watching (D) There are no considerations
When doing an EGG, with a dog in right lateral, green electrode is connected? (A) Right forelimb (B) Left forelimb *(C) Right hind limb* (D) Left hind limb
When doing an EGG, with a dog in right lateral, green electrode is connected? (A) Right forelimb (B) Left forelimb (C) Right hind limb (D) Left hind limb
When feeding the patient though a gastrostomy tube, the tech should (A) Rapidly inject fluids and food *(B) Flush tube with water* (C) Flush tube with air (D) Feed full days caloric requirement immediately after placement
When feeding the patient though a gastrostomy tube, the tech should (A) Rapidly inject fluids and food (B) Flush tube with water (C) Flush tube with air (D) Feed full days caloric requirement immediately after placement
When filling a prescription of administering medication to a patient, the tech must be familiar with abbreviations. Which indicates a medication to be given once every 24 hours *(A) SID* (B) TID (C) QID (D) QOD
When filling a prescription of administering medication to a patient, the tech must be familiar with abbreviations. Which indicates a medication to be given once every 24 hours (A) SID (B) TID (C) QID (D) QOD
When filling a prescription of giving meds to a patient, the tech must be familiar with medical abbreviations. Which indicates millequivalent? (A) mcg *(B) mEq* (C) Mg (D) MM
When filling a prescription of giving meds to a patient, the tech must be familiar with medical abbreviations. Which indicates millequivalent? (A) mcg (B) mEq (C) Mg (D) MM
When filling a prescription or giving medication to a patient, the technician must e familiar with medical abbreviations. Which indicates a medication to be applied to the right ear? *(A) AD* (B) AS (C) AU (D) OD
When filling a prescription or giving medication to a patient, the technician must e familiar with medical abbreviations. Which indicates a medication to be applied to the right ear? (A) AD (B) AS (C) AU (D) OD
When giving oral liquid medication, the patient's neck should be? (A) Hyperextended (B) Flexed downward angle (C) Flexed upward angle *(D) Held at neutral angle*
When giving oral liquid medication, the patient's neck should be? (A) Hyperextended (B) Flexed downward angle (C) Flexed upward angle (D) Held at neutral angle
When giving oral medications to cats, which of the following techniques should be practiced? (A) Placing medication inside a piece of cheese *(B) Flushing water with a syringe into the mouth after the tablet has been given* (C) Placing the tablet or capsule on the back of the tongue and holding the mouth shut (D) Cats cannot take oral medications
When giving oral medications to cats, which of the following techniques should be practiced? (A) Placing medication inside a piece of cheese (B) Flushing water with a syringe into the mouth after the tablet has been given (C) Placing the tablet or capsule on the back of the tongue and holding the mouth shut (D) Cats cannot take oral medications
When hemorrhaging from a broken blood feather occurs, what is the correct action (A) Apply pressure to broken edge (B) Apply styptic powder to the feather (C) Cut feather at the base *(D) Pull feather out along follicle*
When hemorrhaging from a broken blood feather occurs, what is the correct action (A) Apply pressure to broken edge (B) Apply styptic powder to the feather (C) Cut feather at the base (D) Pull feather out along follicle
When monitoring a condition, the soap method may be use to ensure completeness. Soap stands for? *(A) Subjective, objective, assessment, planning* (B) Study, objective, assessment, planning (C See, objective, assessment, planning (D) Subjective, objective, appraisal, planning
When monitoring a condition, the soap method may be use to ensure completeness. Soap stands for? (A) Subjective, objective, assessment, planning (B) Study, objective, assessment, planning (C See, objective, assessment, planning (D) Subjective, objective, appraisal, planning
When obtaining patient history, it is important to? (A) Ask leading questions to save time and keep on schedule *(B) Ask open-ended questions* (C) Always use medical terms (D) Ask leading questions when you already know what the problem is
When obtaining patient history, it is important to? (A) Ask leading questions to save time and keep on schedule (B) Ask open-ended questions (C) Always use medical terms (D) Ask leading questions when you already know what the problem is
When palpating pulses, what do bounding pulses indicate? (A) Adequate cardoivascular function (B) Elevated diastolic blood pressure *(C) Elevated pulse pressure* (D) Elevated mean arterial pressure
When palpating pulses, what do bounding pulses indicate? (A) Adequate cardoivascular function (B) Elevated diastolic blood pressure (C) Elevated pulse pressure (D) Elevated mean arterial pressure
When passing urine is painful and uncomfortable is known as which of the following? *(A) Dysuria* (B) Poikuria (C) Polyuria (D) Stranguria
When passing urine is painful and uncomfortable is known as which of the following? (A) Dysuria (B) Poikuria (C) Polyuria (D) Stranguria
When performing a TPR on a patient, you should *(A) Always auscult the heart while palpating the pulse* (B) Palpate the patient's pulse while taking temperature (C) Always auscult the heart because the pulse rate may be lower than the heart rate (D) Auscult the heart if the patient does not like you to touch its legs
When performing a TPR on a patient, you should (A) Always auscult the heart while palpating the pulse (B) Palpate the patient's pulse while taking temperature (C) Always auscult the heart because the pulse rate may be lower than the heart rate (D) Auscult the heart if the patient does not like you to touch its legs
When performing a physical examination on a patient (A) Only necessary to exam body part of concern to the client (B) Always start at rear of the patient (C) Always start at patient's head *(D) All aspects of the exam should be examined in the same order whenever possible*
When performing a physical examination on a patient (A) Only necessary to exam body part of concern to the client (B) Always start at rear of the patient (C) Always start at patient's head (D) All aspects of the exam should be examined in the same order whenever possible
When preparing to draw up a drug into a syringe from a multidose vial, it is important to *(A) Wipe rubber diaphragm of the vial with 70% isopropyl alcohol before inserting needle into vial* (B) Wipe rubber diaphragm of the vial with 70% isopropyl alcohol after inserting needle into vial (C) Inspect rubber diaphragm for foreign material (D) Remove rubber diaphragm
When preparing to draw up a drug into a syringe from a multidose vial, it is important to (A) Wipe rubber diaphragm of the vial with 70% isopropyl alcohol before inserting needle into vial (B) Wipe rubber diaphragm of the vial with 70% isopropyl alcohol after inserting needle into vial (C) Inspect rubber diaphragm for foreign material (D) Remove rubber diaphragm
When reintroducing exercise into the pet's and owner's daily regimen to promote weight loss, what recommendation is made *(A) Start with moderate exercise plan* (B) Exercise should include running (C) Exercise as much as possible on first day (D) Exercise not necessary
When reintroducing exercise into the pet's and owner's daily regimen to promote weight loss, what recommendation is made (A) Start with moderate exercise plan (B) Exercise should include running (C) Exercise as much as possible on first day (D) Exercise not necessary
When restraining a cat for a blood draw from the medical saphenous vein, the patient is restrained in? (A) Dorsal *(B) Lateral* (C) Medial (D) Sternal
When restraining a cat for a blood draw from the medical saphenous vein, the patient is restrained in? (A) Dorsal (B) Lateral (C) Medial (D) Sternal
When setting up an IV fluid line to be used without an infusion pump, the drip chamber should be (A) Filled completely up to the top *(B) Filled to halfway line on chamber* (C) Left empty (D) Allowed to fill by gravity
When setting up an IV fluid line to be used without an infusion pump, the drip chamber should be (A) Filled completely up to the top (B) Filled to halfway line on chamber (C) Left empty (D) Allowed to fill by gravity
When should horses receive vaccines for encephalomyelitis viruses (A) Autumn, before freeze (B) Before breeding *(C) Spring, before mosquito season* (D) At 3 months of age
When should horses receive vaccines for encephalomyelitis viruses (A) Autumn, before freeze (B) Before breeding (C) Spring, before mosquito season (D) At 3 months of age
When two people are lifting a dog that weights more than 50 lb, the person handling the front of the patient should (A) Hold mouth closed with one hand and lift patient by the head (B) Lift patient with one arm around chest behind front legs and other arm over back to interlock fingers of the two hands (C) Using one hand to restrain each of the thoracic limbs *(D) Wrap one arm around the dog's neck under and around the dog's chest, behind the front leg*
When two people are lifting a dog that weights more than 50 lb, the person handling the front of the patient should (A) Hold mouth closed with one hand and lift patient by the head (B) Lift patient with one arm around chest behind front legs and other arm over back to interlock fingers of the two hands (C) Using one hand to restrain each of the thoracic limbs (D) Wrap one arm around the dog's neck under and around the dog's chest, behind the front leg
Where should pressure be applied to minimize hemorrhage to the head of a canine trauma patient (A) Thoracic inlet in both jugular grooves (B) Thoracic inlet of left jugular groove *(C) Area adjacent and ventral to mandible* (D) Lateral points of TMJ
Where should pressure be applied to minimize hemorrhage to the head of a canine trauma patient (A) Thoracic inlet in both jugular grooves (B) Thoracic inlet of left jugular groove (C) Area adjacent and ventral to mandible (D) Lateral points of TMJ
Which abbreviation commonly is used in radiology causes electrons to move faster, increasing the force of the collision with the target *(A) kVp* (B) mAs (C) SID (D) OID
Which abbreviation commonly is used in radiology causes electrons to move faster, increasing the force of the collision with the target (A) kVp (B) mAs (C) SID (D) OID
Which agency has no regulatory authority regarding pet food, however is made up of government employees? *(A) AAFCO* (B) FDA (C) FTC (D) USDA
Which agency has no regulatory authority regarding pet food, however is made up of government employees? (A) AAFCO (B) FDA (C) FTC (D) USDA
Which agency responsible for inspecting pet food ingredients *(A) USDA* (B) FDA (C) AAFCO (D) FTC
Which agency responsible for inspecting pet food ingredients (A) USDA (B) FDA (C) AAFCO (D) FTC
Which allows oxygen supplementation with minimal stress and handling? (A) Mask oxygen (B) Nasal cannula *(C) Oxygen cage* (D) Transtracheal catheter
Which allows oxygen supplementation with minimal stress and handling? (A) Mask oxygen (B) Nasal cannula (C) Oxygen cage (D) Transtracheal catheter
Which allows the body to withdraw calcium from bone when blood calcium levels are low (A) Osteoblasts (B) Osteocytes *(C) Osteoclasts* (D) Hematopoiesis
Which allows the body to withdraw calcium from bone when blood calcium levels are low (A) Osteoblasts (B) Osteocytes (C) Osteoclasts (D) Hematopoiesis
Which amino acid must be present in cat food but not in dog food (A) L-carnitine (B) Glutamine *(C) Taurine* (D) Lysine
Which amino acid must be present in cat food but not in dog food (A) L-carnitine (B) Glutamine (C) Taurine (D) Lysine
Which are abnormal lung sounds heart in equine patient on auscultation of the lower respiratory system (A) Stridor *(B) Wheezes* (C) Stertor (D) Increased airflow
Which are abnormal lung sounds heart in equine patient on auscultation of the lower respiratory system (A) Stridor (B) Wheezes (C) Stertor (D) Increased airflow
Which are bones in the tail of a dog? (A) Cervical vertebrae *(B) Coccygeal vertebrae* (C) Lumbar vertebrae (D) Sacral vertebrae
Which are bones in the tail of a dog? (A) Cervical vertebrae (B) Coccygeal vertebrae (C) Lumbar vertebrae (D) Sacral vertebrae
Which are clearly visible in young animals but may become indistinguishable in older animals *(A) Interparietal bones* (B) Occipital bone (C) Parietal bones (D) Temporal bones
Which are clearly visible in young animals but may become indistinguishable in older animals (A) Interparietal bones (B) Occipital bone (C) Parietal bones (D) Temporal bones
Which are clinical symptoms seen in a cat with heart worm (A) Diarrhea (B) Left-sided chronic heart failure (C) Weight-gain *(D) Vomiting*
Which are clinical symptoms seen in a cat with heart worm (A) Diarrhea (B) Left-sided chronic heart failure (C) Weight-gain (D) Vomiting
Which are examples of preservatives (A) Omega-3 oils (B) Sucrose, dextrose (C) Lactated Ringer *(D) Vitamin E*
Which are examples of preservatives (A) Omega-3 oils (B) Sucrose, dextrose (C) Lactated Ringer (D) Vitamin E
Which are four thin, scroll-like bones that fill most of the space in the nasal cavity and are also called the nasal conchae? (A) Palatine bones (B) Pterygoid bones *(C) Turbinates* (D) Vomer bones
Which are four thin, scroll-like bones that fill most of the space in the nasal cavity and are also called the nasal conchae? (A) Palatine bones (B) Pterygoid bones (C) Turbinates (D) Vomer bones
Which are most likely to be a normal, non-painful behaviors? (A) Decreased appetite (B) Unusual aggression *(C) Stretching* (D) Decreased social interaction
Which are most likely to be a normal, non-painful behaviors? (A) Decreased appetite (B) Unusual aggression (C) Stretching (D) Decreased social interaction
Which are small bones that support part of the lateral walls of the throat (A) Palatine bones *(B) Pterygoid bones* (C) Turbinates (D) Vomer bone
Which are small bones that support part of the lateral walls of the throat (A) Palatine bones (B) Pterygoid bones (C) Turbinates (D) Vomer bone
Which are strict carnivores (A) Dogs *(B) Ferrets* (C) Prairie dogs (D) Rabbits
Which are strict carnivores (A) Dogs (B) Ferrets (C) Prairie dogs (D) Rabbits
Which are the two small bones that form part of the orbit of the eyes (A) Ossicles (B) Malleus (C) Incus *(D) Lacrimal*
Which are the two small bones that form part of the orbit of the eyes (A) Ossicles (B) Malleus (C) Incus (D) Lacrimal
Which area of the brain is responsible for the higher functions such as learning, memory, and interpretation of sensory input like pain? *(A) Cerebrum* (B) Thalamus (C) Hypothalamus (D) Reticular formation
Which area of the brain is responsible for the higher functions such as learning, memory, and interpretation of sensory input like pain? (A) Cerebrum (B) Thalamus (C) Hypothalamus (D) Reticular formation
Which blood pressure measuring device obtain automated readings through sensing pressure oscillations? (A) Doppler ultrasound (B) Direct blood pressure *(C) Oscillometric device* (D) Stethoscope
Which blood pressure measuring device obtain automated readings through sensing pressure oscillations? (A) Doppler ultrasound (B) Direct blood pressure (C) Oscillometric device (D) Stethoscope
Which blood pressure measuring technique requires an arterial catheter? (A) Doppler ultrasound *(B) Direct blood pressure* (C) Oscillometric device (D) Stethoscope
Which blood pressure measuring technique requires an arterial catheter? (A) Doppler ultrasound (B) Direct blood pressure (C) Oscillometric device (D) Stethoscope
Which body surface of an animal's leg is the one closet to the body *(A) Medial* (B) Lateral (C) Proximal (D) Distal
Which body surface of an animal's leg is the one closet to the body (A) Medial (B) Lateral (C) Proximal (D) Distal
Which can be life threatening (A) Hyperglycemia *(B) Hypoglycemia* (C) PU (D) PD
Which can be life threatening (A) Hyperglycemia (B) Hypoglycemia (C) PU (D) PD
Which can result from long-term work in an indoor kennel with barking dogs? (A) Ear ablation *(B) Hearing loss* (C) Ear infections (D) Hyphema
Which can result from long-term work in an indoor kennel with barking dogs? (A) Ear ablation (B) Hearing loss (C) Ear infections (D) Hyphema
Which characteristics do cats exhibit when they experience pain (A) Sleeping continuously, overeating, attention seeking *(B) Resentment of being handled, aggression, a abnormal posture* (C) Hyperactivity, pupillary enlargement, tail swishing (D) Hypotension, hypocapnia, hypopnea, bradycardia
Which characteristics do cats exhibit when they experience pain (A) Sleeping continuously, overeating, attention seeking (B) Resentment of being handled, aggression, a abnormal posture (C) Hyperactivity, pupillary enlargement, tail swishing (D) Hypotension, hypocapnia, hypopnea, bradycardia
Which characterizes mucous membrane color and capillary refill time in a patient with liver disease? (A) Pale, prolonged (B) Pink, normal (C) Red, rapid *(D) Yellow, normal*
Which characterizes mucous membrane color and capillary refill time in a patient with liver disease? (A) Pale, prolonged (B) Pink, normal (C) Red, rapid (D) Yellow, normal
Which characterizes pulse rate and quality in moderately dehydrated dog *(A) Pulse rate increased* (B) Pulse rate decreased (C) Pulse rate inconsistent (D) Pulses not palpable
Which characterizes pulse rate and quality in moderately dehydrated dog (A) Pulse rate increased (B) Pulse rate decreased (C) Pulse rate inconsistent (D) Pulses not palpable
Which characterizes skin turgor in an overhydrated dog or cat (A) Prolonged (B) Normal *(C) Shortened* (D) Skin turgor not reliable indicator of hydration status
Which characterizes skin turgor in an overhydrated dog or cat (A) Prolonged (B) Normal (C) Shortened (D) Skin turgor not reliable indicator of hydration status
Which characterizes skin turgor in dehydration cat or dog *(A) Prolonged* (B) Normal (C)Shortened (D) Skin turgor is not a reliable indicator of hydration status
Which characterizes skin turgor in dehydration cat or dog (A) Prolonged (B) Normal (C)Shortened (D) Skin turgor is not a reliable indicator of hydration status
Which choices characterizes MM color and capillary refill time in patients in hypovolemic shock *(A) Pale/prolonged* (B) Pink/normal (C) Red/rapid (D) Yellow/normal
Which choices characterizes MM color and capillary refill time in patients in hypovolemic shock (A) Pale/prolonged (B) Pink/normal (C) Red/rapid (D) Yellow/normal
Which choices characterizes the mucous membrane color and capillary refill time in a patient with systemic inflammation (A Pale/prolonged (B) Pink/normal *(C) Red/rapid* (D) Yellow/normal
Which choices characterizes the mucous membrane color and capillary refill time in a patient with systemic inflammation (A Pale/prolonged (B) Pink/normal (C) Red/rapid (D) Yellow/normal
Which clotting disorder is stimulated by hypothyroidism (A) Hemophilia A *(B) Von Willebrand disease* (C) Disseminated intravascular coagulation (D) Coumarin toxicity
Which clotting disorder is stimulated by hypothyroidism (A) Hemophilia A (B) Von Willebrand disease (C) Disseminated intravascular coagulation (D) Coumarin toxicity
Which complications associated with IV catheters is the term used to describe formation of a blood clot resulting from impeded blood flow (A) Thrombophlebitis *(B) Thrombus* (C) Air embolism (D) Septicemia
Which complications associated with IV catheters is the term used to describe formation of a blood clot resulting from impeded blood flow (A) Thrombophlebitis (B) Thrombus (C) Air embolism (D) Septicemia
Which condition matches a patient exhibiting a head tilt, facial paresis, nystagmus, positional strabismus, ataxia (A) Brachycephalic sydrome (B) Horner syndrome (C) Wobbler syndrome *(D) Vestibular syndrome*
Which condition matches a patient exhibiting a head tilt, facial paresis, nystagmus, positional strabismus, ataxia (A) Brachycephalic sydrome (B) Horner syndrome (C) Wobbler syndrome (D) Vestibular syndrome
Which contributes to lyme disease? (A) Rickettsia rickettsii (B) Scabies scabei (C) Staphylococcus *(D) Borrelia burgdorferi*
Which contributes to lyme disease? (A) Rickettsia rickettsii (B) Scabies scabei (C) Staphylococcus (D) Borrelia burgdorferi
Which describes a canine patient experiencing a fever (A) 97.8 when presenting with pyometra (B) 100.2 after being left in a car for 30 minutes *(C) 103.9 when presenting with septic peritonitis* (D) 105.7 after exercising in heat
Which describes a canine patient experiencing a fever (A) 97.8 when presenting with pyometra (B) 100.2 after being left in a car for 30 minutes (C) 103.9 when presenting with septic peritonitis (D) 105.7 after exercising in heat
Which describes a patient suffering from eclampsia (A) Hard, painful nipple, and galactostasis *(B) Hypocalcemia, muscle spasms, fever, tachycardia, seizures* (C) In hard labor for 30 to 60 minutes with no new young produced (D) Vaginal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, anorexia, polyuria, polydipsia
Which describes a patient suffering from eclampsia (A) Hard, painful nipple, and galactostasis (B) Hypocalcemia, muscle spasms, fever, tachycardia, seizures (C) In hard labor for 30 to 60 minutes with no new young produced (D) Vaginal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, anorexia, polyuria, polydipsia
Which describes a patient suffering from mastitis *(A) Hard, painful nipple, galactostasis* (B) Hypocalcemia, muscle spasms, fever, tachycardia, seizures (C) In hard labor for 30-60 minutes with no new young produced (D) Vaginal discharge, vomiting, dairrhea, dehydration, anorexia, polyuria, poly dipsia
Which describes a patient suffering from mastitis (A) Hard, painful nipple, galactostasis (B) Hypocalcemia, muscle spasms, fever, tachycardia, seizures (C) In hard labor for 30-60 minutes with no new young produced (D) Vaginal discharge, vomiting, dairrhea, dehydration, anorexia, polyuria, poly dipsia
Which describes dystocia (A) Hard, painful nipple, galactostasis (B) Hypocalcemia, muscle spasms, fever, tachycardia, seizures *(C) Hard labor for 30-60 minutes with no young produced* (D) Vaginal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, anorexia, polyuria, poly dipsia
Which describes dystocia (A) Hard, painful nipple, galactostasis (B) Hypocalcemia, muscle spasms, fever, tachycardia, seizures (C) Hard labor for 30-60 minutes with no young produced (D) Vaginal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, anorexia, polyuria, poly dipsia
Which describes transmission path of a zoonotic disease *(A) From animals to humans* (B) From animals to animals (C) From humans to animals (D) From humans to zoos
Which describes transmission path of a zoonotic disease (A) From animals to humans (B) From animals to animals (C) From humans to animals (D) From humans to zoos
Which device for measuring blood pressure is used to obtain manual blood pressure measurements, turning blood into an audible signal? *(A) Doppler ultrasound* (B) Direct blood pressure (C) Oscillometric device (D) Stethoscope
Which device for measuring blood pressure is used to obtain manual blood pressure measurements, turning blood into an audible signal? (A) Doppler ultrasound (B) Direct blood pressure (C) Oscillometric device (D) Stethoscope
Which devices are used to immobilize a patient with chemical restraint (A) Muzzle (B) Towel *(C) Drugs* (D) Sandbags
Which devices are used to immobilize a patient with chemical restraint (A) Muzzle (B) Towel (C) Drugs (D) Sandbags
Which disease would cause a patient to become anemic *(A) Iron deficiency* (B) Lethargy (C) Alopecia (D) Viral infection of upper respiratory tract
Which disease would cause a patient to become anemic (A) Iron deficiency (B) Lethargy (C) Alopecia (D) Viral infection of upper respiratory tract
Which endocrine disease results in hyponatremia and hyperkalemia in a dog (A) Hyperadrenocorticism *(B) Hypoadrenocorticism* (C) Hyperthyroidism (D) Hypothyroidism
Which endocrine disease results in hyponatremia and hyperkalemia in a dog (A) Hyperadrenocorticism (B) Hypoadrenocorticism (C) Hyperthyroidism (D) Hypothyroidism
Which endocrine disease results in weight gain, muscle weakness, polyuria, polydipsia, skin and hair coat abnormalities, and a pot bellied appearance in a dog? *(A) Hyperadrenocorticism* (B) Hypoadrenocorticism (C) Hyperthyroidism (D) Hypothyroidism
Which endocrine disease results in weight gain, muscle weakness, polyuria, polydipsia, skin and hair coat abnormalities, and a pot bellied appearance in a dog? (A) Hyperadrenocorticism (B) Hypoadrenocorticism (C) Hyperthyroidism (D) Hypothyroidism
Which endocrine disorder can result from failure of pituitary gland to produce ADH *(A) Diabetes insipidus* (B) Cushings (C) Hypothyroidism (D) Insulinoma
Which endocrine disorder can result from failure of pituitary gland to produce ADH (A) Diabetes insipidus (B) Cushings (C) Hypothyroidism (D) Insulinoma
Which endocrine disorder results in weight loss and a ravenous appetite in cats (A) Hyperadrenocorticism (B) Hypoadrenocorticism *(C) Hyperthyroidism* (D) Hypothyroidism
Which endocrine disorder results in weight loss and a ravenous appetite in cats (A) Hyperadrenocorticism (B) Hypoadrenocorticism (C) Hyperthyroidism (D) Hypothyroidism
Which equine respiratory can cause abortion (A) Strangles (B) Equine influenza *(C) Herpes* (D) Equine infectious anemia
Which equine respiratory can cause abortion (A) Strangles (B) Equine influenza (C) Herpes (D) Equine infectious anemia
Which factor influences success of dietary elimination trial (A) Type of protein contained in elimination diet (B) Use of a homemade diet (C) Concurrent allergic skin disease *(D) All of the above*
Which factor influences success of dietary elimination trial (A) Type of protein contained in elimination diet (B) Use of a homemade diet (C) Concurrent allergic skin disease (D) All of the above
Which factors influences the success of dietary elimination trial for pets suffering from an adverse food reaction (A) Type of protein contained in elimination diet (B) Complete elimination of all other foods and treats (C) Concurrent allergic skin disease *(D) All of the above*
Which factors influences the success of dietary elimination trial for pets suffering from an adverse food reaction (A) Type of protein contained in elimination diet (B) Complete elimination of all other foods and treats (C) Concurrent allergic skin disease (D) All of the above
Which fatty acids have been shown to have significant effect on survival times when used in dogs diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy or chronic valvular disease *(A) Omega-3* (B) Omega-6 (C) Omega-9 (D) None of the above
Which fatty acids have been shown to have significant effect on survival times when used in dogs diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy or chronic valvular disease (A) Omega-3 (B) Omega-6 (C) Omega-9 (D) None of the above
Which has been associated wit causing neurologic disorders in cats (A) Chlorhexidine (B) Povidone iodine (C) Quaternary ammonium compounds *(D) Hexachlorophene*
Which has been associated wit causing neurologic disorders in cats (A) Chlorhexidine (B) Povidone iodine (C) Quaternary ammonium compounds (D) Hexachlorophene
Which has least influence on acceptability of food to dogs and cats (A) Salt content (B) Size (C) Shape *(D) Color*
Which has least influence on acceptability of food to dogs and cats (A) Salt content (B) Size (C) Shape (D) Color
Which heart condition is common in pomeranians? *(A) Patent ductus arteriosus* (B) Aortic stenosis (C) Atrial septal defect (D) Ventricular septal defect
Which heart condition is common in pomeranians? (A) Patent ductus arteriosus (B) Aortic stenosis (C) Atrial septal defect (D) Ventricular septal defect
Which hormones is produced by the thyroid gland? (A) Triiodothyronine (B) Tetraiodothyronine (C) Calcitonin *(D) All of the above*
Which hormones is produced by the thyroid gland? (A) Triiodothyronine (B) Tetraiodothyronine (C) Calcitonin (D) All of the above
Which increases supply of oxygen and nutrients to tissues, while encouraging muscle relaxation? Encourages breakdown and mobilization of adhesions in damaged tissues. (A) Effleurage *(B) Petrissage* (C) Percussion (D) Vibration
Which increases supply of oxygen and nutrients to tissues, while encouraging muscle relaxation? Encourages breakdown and mobilization of adhesions in damaged tissues. (A) Effleurage (B) Petrissage (C) Percussion (D) Vibration
Which individual should not participate in restraining of patients *(A) Patient owners* (B) Vets (C) Vet techs (D) Vet assistants
Which individual should not participate in restraining of patients (A) Patient owners (B) Vets (C) Vet techs (D) Vet assistants
Which involves the adrenal glands (A) Diabetes *(B) Addisons* (C) IBD (D) Eclampsia
Which involves the adrenal glands (A) Diabetes (B) Addisons (C) IBD (D) Eclampsia
Which is a characteristic commonly seen in rabbits, in which stool is ingested for nutritional purposes *(A) Coprophagy* (B) Dysbiosis (C) Dystrophic calcification (D) Vitamin A deficiency
Which is a characteristic commonly seen in rabbits, in which stool is ingested for nutritional purposes (A) Coprophagy (B) Dysbiosis (C) Dystrophic calcification (D) Vitamin A deficiency
Which is a clinical sign of thromboemboli in cats (A) Chronic onset of rear leg pain *(B) Acute onset of rear leg pain* (C) Palpable pulses in rear limbs (D) Warm foot pads
Which is a clinical sign of thromboemboli in cats (A) Chronic onset of rear leg pain (B) Acute onset of rear leg pain (C) Palpable pulses in rear limbs (D) Warm foot pads
Which is a common cause of badycardia (A) Hypovolemia (B) Hypoxia (C) Hypokalemia *(D) Hyperkalemia*
Which is a common cause of badycardia (A) Hypovolemia (B) Hypoxia (C) Hypokalemia (D) Hyperkalemia
Which is a common contributor to pancreatitis specific to dogs? (A) Blunt force trauma *(B) Dietary indiscretion* (C) Pancreatic hypoperfusion (D) Pancreotoxic drugs
Which is a common contributor to pancreatitis specific to dogs? (A) Blunt force trauma (B) Dietary indiscretion (C) Pancreatic hypoperfusion (D) Pancreotoxic drugs
Which is a common radiology term that refers to a negatively charged electrode that produces electrons in the x-ray tube (A) Anode *(B) Cathode* (C) Artifact (D) Collimator
Which is a common radiology term that refers to a negatively charged electrode that produces electrons in the x-ray tube (A) Anode (B) Cathode (C) Artifact (D) Collimator
Which is a common venipuncture site for a reptile (A) Basilic vein *(B) Caudal tail vein* (C) Cephalic vein (D) Jugular vein
Which is a common venipuncture site for a reptile (A) Basilic vein (B) Caudal tail vein (C) Cephalic vein (D) Jugular vein
Which is a laxative used most commonly in small animals with chronic constipation (A) Diphenoxylate *(B) Lactulose* (C) Loperamide (D) Paregoric
Which is a laxative used most commonly in small animals with chronic constipation (A) Diphenoxylate (B) Lactulose (C) Loperamide (D) Paregoric
Which is a nonessential amino acid (A) Histidine (B) Isoleucine (C) Methionine *(D) Tyrosine*
Which is a nonessential amino acid (A) Histidine (B) Isoleucine (C) Methionine (D) Tyrosine
Which is a nursing intervention to allow neurologic patients to void urine (A) Atonic bladder *(B) Bladder expression* (C) Bladder palpation (D) Distension urination
Which is a nursing intervention to allow neurologic patients to void urine (A) Atonic bladder (B) Bladder expression (C) Bladder palpation (D) Distension urination
Which is a passive expulsion of material from the mouth, pharynx, esophagus *(A) Regurgitation* (B) Vomiting (C) Hematemesis (D) Hyper salivation
Which is a passive expulsion of material from the mouth, pharynx, esophagus (A) Regurgitation (B) Vomiting (C) Hematemesis (D) Hyper salivation
Which is a precaution that should be undertaken before restraining a cat (A) Maximal restraint should be used from the start to prevent any chance of the cat resisting *(B) Make sure all doors, windows, and cabinets are closed* (C) Prepare to use loud sounds as distraction (D) Take the same restraining approach for every cat
Which is a precaution that should be undertaken before restraining a cat (A) Maximal restraint should be used from the start to prevent any chance of the cat resisting (B) Make sure all doors, windows, and cabinets are closed (C) Prepare to use loud sounds as distraction (D) Take the same restraining approach for every cat
Which is a reason for cautious drug dosing in neonates? *(A) Neonates have reduced liver function* (B) Left and right ventricles are of approximately equal size (C) Appropriate immunoglobulin production is lacking (D) Neonates are susceptible to hypothermia
Which is a reason for cautious drug dosing in neonates? (A) Neonates have reduced liver function (B) Left and right ventricles are of approximately equal size (C) Appropriate immunoglobulin production is lacking (D) Neonates are susceptible to hypothermia
Which is a special term only used to describe positions or directions on the head? (A) Cranial (B) Caudal *(C) Rostral* (D) Ventral
Which is a special term only used to describe positions or directions on the head? (A) Cranial (B) Caudal (C) Rostral (D) Ventral
Which is a technique used to decrease blood flow and minimize inflammation *(A) Cold compress* (B) Coupage (C) Passive range of motion (D) Warm compress
Which is a technique used to decrease blood flow and minimize inflammation (A) Cold compress (B) Coupage (C) Passive range of motion (D) Warm compress
Which is a technique used to increase blood flow to improve drainage and healing to an area? (A) Cold compress (B) Coupage (C Passive range of motion *(D) Warm compress*
Which is a technique used to increase blood flow to improve drainage and healing to an area? (A) Cold compress (B) Coupage (C Passive range of motion (D) Warm compress
Which is a trace mineral? (A) Phosphorus (B) Magnesium (C) Sulfur *(D) Zinc*
Which is a trace mineral? (A) Phosphorus (B) Magnesium (C) Sulfur (D) Zinc
Which is a true effect of pain? (A) Prevents further patient harm by preventing movement (B) Places animal in an anabolic state, leading to weight gain *(C) Suppresses immune system, leading to increased chance of infection* (D) Promotes inflammation and increases healing rate
Which is a true effect of pain? (A) Prevents further patient harm by preventing movement (B) Places animal in an anabolic state, leading to weight gain (C) Suppresses immune system, leading to increased chance of infection (D) Promotes inflammation and increases healing rate
Which is a true feline blood type *(A) AB* (B) DEA 1 (C) Q (D) Tr
Which is a true feline blood type (A) AB (B) DEA 1 (C) Q (D) Tr
Which is a type of pain that can be beneficial in that it allows the animal to avoid damaging stimuli (A) Neuropathic pain *(B) Physiologic pain* (C) Somatic pain (D) Visceral pain
Which is a type of pain that can be beneficial in that it allows the animal to avoid damaging stimuli (A) Neuropathic pain (B) Physiologic pain (C) Somatic pain (D) Visceral pain
Which is a water-soluble vitamin (A) Vitamin A *(B) Vitamin C* (C) Vitamin E (D) Vitamin K
Which is a water-soluble vitamin (A) Vitamin A (B) Vitamin C (C) Vitamin E (D) Vitamin K
Which is an allergic airway disease experienced by equine patients? *(A) Heaves* (B) Viral arteritis (C) Inflammatory airway disease (D) Exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage
Which is an alelrgic airway disease experienced by equine patients? (A) Heaves (B) Viral arteritis (C) Inflammatory airway disease (D) Exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage
Which is an alkalizing agent that is added to IV fluids to correct metabolic acidosis (A) Calcium chloride (B) Calcium gluconate (C) Potassium chloride *(D) Sodium bicarbonate*
Which is an alkalizing agent that is added to IV fluids to correct metabolic acidosis (A) Calcium chloride (B) Calcium gluconate (C) Potassium chloride (D) Sodium bicarbonate
Which is an appropriate element for an isolation ward (A) Sharing all equipment to nonisolated patients (B) Positive pressure air ventilation system *(C) Double-door entryway with an anteroom* (D) Two walls of cage banks facing each other
Which is an appropriate element for an isolation ward (A) Sharing all equipment to nonisolated patients (B) Positive pressure air ventilation system (C) Double-door entryway with an anteroom (D) Two walls of cage banks facing each other
Which is an endocrine disease most commonly seen in cats (A) Chronic kidney disease (B) Diabetes mellitus *(C) Hyperthyroidism* (D) Hypothyroidism
Which is an endocrine disease most commonly seen in cats (A) Chronic kidney disease (B) Diabetes mellitus (C) Hyperthyroidism (D) Hypothyroidism
Which is an example of a product designator from a pet-food label (A) Beef entree *(B) Cat food* (C) Nine lives (D) Complete/balanced for adult dogs
Which is an example of a product designator from a pet-food label (A) Beef entree (B) Cat food (C) Nine lives (D) Complete/balanced for adult dogs
Which is an example of a standardized method in assessing the effectiveness of analgesia in a patient (A) ASA score (B) Glasgrow coma scale *(C) Colorado pain score* (D) Shock index
Which is an example of a standardized method in assessing the effectiveness of analgesia in a patient (A) ASA score (B) Glasgrow coma scale (C) Colorado pain score (D) Shock index
Which is an indication of large bowel diarrhea? (A) Increased volume of feces *(B) Mucus in feces* (C) Normal frequency of bowel movements (D) Weight loss
Which is an indication of large bowel diarrhea? (A) Increased volume of feces (B) Mucus in feces (C) Normal frequency of bowel movements (D) Weight loss
Which is another term for red blood cells? (A) Epithelial cells (B) Glandular cells (C) Osteoblasts *(D) Erythrocytes*
Which is another term for red blood cells? (A) Epithelial cells (B) Glandular cells (C) Osteoblasts (D) Erythrocytes
Which is appropriate treatment when a patient experiences severe heart worm infestation and caval syndrome? (A) Adulticide therapy (B) Microfilaricide therapy *(C) Surgical removal* (D) No treatment needed,it is transient
Which is appropriate treatment when a patient experiences severe heart worm infestation and caval syndrome? (A) Adulticide therapy (B) Microfilaricide therapy (C) Surgical removal (D) No treatment needed,it is transient
Which is caused by left-sided heart failure *(A) Mitral valve dysplasia* (B) Pulmonic stenosis (C) Neoplasia (D) Myocarditis
Which is caused by left-sided heart failure (A) Mitral valve dysplasia (B) Pulmonic stenosis (C) Neoplasia (D) Myocarditis
Which is common emetic used (A) Acepromazine *(B) Apomorphine* (C) Chlorpromazine (D) Prochlorperazine
Which is common emetic used (A) Acepromazine (B) Apomorphine (C) Chlorpromazine (D) Prochlorperazine
Which is commonly seen in cats older than 10 years but is very rare in dogs (A) Hyperadrenocorticalism (B) Hypoadrenocorticism (C) Hypothyroidism *(D) Hyperthyroidism*
Which is commonly seen in cats older than 10 years but is very rare in dogs (A) Hyperadrenocorticalism (B) Hypoadrenocorticism (C) Hypothyroidism (D) Hyperthyroidism
Which is commonly seen in dogs but rare in cats *(A) Hyperadrenocorticalism* (B) Hypoadrenocorticism (C) Hypothyroidism (D) Hyperthyroidism
Which is commonly seen in dogs but rare in cats (A) Hyperadrenocorticalism (B) Hypoadrenocorticism (C) Hypothyroidism (D) Hyperthyroidism
Which is commonly used antiemetic (A) Apomorphine *(B) Chlorpromazine* (C) Hydrogen peroxide (D) Xylazine
Which is commonly used antiemetic (A) Apomorphine (B) Chlorpromazine (C) Hydrogen peroxide (D) Xylazine
Which is considered the face of a veterinary practice (A) Veterinary assistants (B) Veterinarians *(C) Receptionists* (D) Veterinary technician
Which is considered the face of a veterinary practice (A) Veterinary assistants (B) Veterinarians (C) Receptionists (D) Veterinary technician
Which is considered to the the most commonly detected electrolyte disturbance when providing nutritional support to a patient suffering from refeeding syndrome (A) Hyponatremia (B) Hypocholremia *(C) Hypokalemia* (D) Hypomagnesemia
Which is considered to the the most commonly detected electrolyte disturbance when providing nutritional support to a patient suffering from refeeding syndrome (A) Hyponatremia (B) Hypocholremia (C) Hypokalemia (D) Hypomagnesemia
Which is considered zoonotic? (A) Cholangiohepatitis (B) Infectious canine hepatitis *(C) Leptospirosis* (D) Toxin-induced liver disease
Which is considered zoonotic? (A) Cholangiohepatitis (B) Infectious canine hepatitis (C) Leptospirosis (D) Toxin-induced liver disease
Which is defined as an increase in serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen level (A) Anemia *(B) Azotemia* (C) Hypoproteinemia (D) Isothenuria
Which is defined as an increase in serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen level (A) Anemia (B) Azotemia (C) Hypoproteinemia (D) Isothenuria
Which is defined as an irreversible progressive loss of functioning renal tissue (A) Acute kidney injury *(B) Chronic kidney disease* (C) Acute liver failure (D) Chronic liver disease
Which is defined as an irreversible progressive loss of functioning renal tissue (A) Acute kidney injury (B) Chronic kidney disease (C) Acute liver failure (D) Chronic liver disease
Which is defined as assessment of patient through stethoscope *(A) Auscultation* (B) Centrifugation (C) Mentation (D) Palpation
Which is defined as assessment of patient through stethoscope (A) Auscultation (B) Centrifugation (C) Mentation (D) Palpation
Which is detrimental to a patient with limited mobility? (A) Passive range of motion exercises (B) Sling walking *(C) Adjusting position as little as possible to prevent pain* (D) Neck and head being slightly elevated
Which is detrimental to a patient with limited mobility? (A) Passive range of motion exercises (B) Sling walking (C) Adjusting position as little as possible to prevent pain (D) Neck and head being slightly elevated
Which is false regarding nonpharmacologic interventions to provide pain relief (A) Stress from boredom, thirst, anxiety, and need to urinate/defecate can mimic pain *(B) Need for physical comfort of patient is alleviated when adequate pain medication is given* (C) Patient may need to be placed in position to reduce pain, allow for easier breathing, and promote sleep (D) Each patient has unique emotional needs
Which is false regarding nonpharmacologic interventions to provide pain relief (A) Stress from boredom, thirst, anxiety, and need to urinate/defecate can mimic pain (B) Need for physical comfort of patient is alleviated when adequate pain medication is given (C) Patient may need to be placed in position to reduce pain, allow for easier breathing, and promote sleep (D) Each patient has unique emotional needs
Which is intended to provide long-term solutions for feline hyperthyroidism? (A) Surgery and oral anti-thyroid drugs (B) Radioactive iodine therapy and oral anti-thyroid drugs *(C) Surgery and radioactive iodine therapy* (D) Radioactive iodine therapy only
Which is intended to provide long-term solutions for feline hyperthyroidism? (A) Surgery and oral anti-thyroid drugs (B) Radioactive iodine therapy and oral anti-thyroid drugs (C) Surgery and radioactive iodine therapy (D) Radioactive iodine therapy only
Which is largest unit of measure (A) Microgram (B) Milligram (C) Gram *(D) Kilogram*
Which is largest unit of measure (A) Microgram (B) Milligram (C) Gram (D) Kilogram
Which is least effective method for delivering fluids to a 12% dehydrated patient (A) Central intravenous (B) Intraosseous (C) Peripheral intravenous *(D) SQ*
Which is least effective method for delivering fluids to a 12% dehydrated patient (A) Central intravenous (B) Intraosseous (C) Peripheral intravenous (D) SQ
Which is least likely to be a clinical sign of patient experiencing allergies (A) Face rubbing (B) Ear problems *(C) Loss of appetite* (D) Skin rashes
Which is least likely to be a clinical sign of patient experiencing allergies (A) Face rubbing (B) Ear problems (C) Loss of appetite (D) Skin rashes
Which is most beneficial in preventing gastrointestinal ulceration? (A) Antibiotic administration *(B) Enteral feeding* (C) Famotidine (D) Witholding food
Which is most beneficial in preventing gastrointestinal ulceration? (A) Antibiotic administration (B) Enteral feeding (C) Famotidine (D) Witholding food
Which is most common in cats (A) Non-insulin dependent diabetes (B) Type 2 diabetes (C) Insulin dependent diabetes *(D) All of the above*
Which is most common in cats (A) Non-insulin dependent diabetes (B) Type 2 diabetes (C) Insulin dependent diabetes (D) All of the above
Which is most commonly implicated in cases of gastric ulcers in horses, dogs, cats *(A) NSAIDs* (B) ABX (C) Parasiticies (D) Immunotherapy
Which is most commonly implicated in cases of gastric ulcers in horses, dogs, cats (A) NSAIDs (B) ABX (C) Parasiticies (D) Immunotherapy
Which is most commonly see cardiovascular disease in dogs (A) Boxer right ventricular cardiomyopathy *(B) Dilated cardiomyopathy* (C) Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (D) Ventricular septal defect
Which is most commonly see cardiovascular disease in dogs (A) Boxer right ventricular cardiomyopathy (B) Dilated cardiomyopathy (C) Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (D) Ventricular septal defect
Which is most important in nutritional management of inflammatory skin disorders? *(A) Assessment of current foods being fed and identification of an appropriate feeding plan* (B) Assessment of feeding method and elimination of corn from diet (C) Determination of an appropriate feeding plan including elimination of gluten from diet (D) Assessment of feeding plan and elimination of carbs from the diet
Which is most important in nutritional management of inflammatory skin disorders? (A) Assessment of current foods being fed and identification of an appropriate feeding plan (B) Assessment of feeding method and elimination of corn from diet (C) Determination of an appropriate feeding plan including elimination of gluten from diet (D) Assessment of feeding plan and elimination of carbs from the diet
Which is not a common risk factor for obesity in dogs (A) Age (B) Feeding semimoist food (C) Feeding homemade diets *(D) Feeding dry dog food*
Which is not a common risk factor for obesity in dogs (A) Age (B) Feeding semimoist food (C) Feeding homemade diets (D) Feeding dry dog food
Which is not a sign of inflammatory bowel disease in cats (A) Vomiting (B) Diarrhea *(C) Weight gain* (D) Weight loss
Which is not a sign of inflammatory bowel disease in cats (A) Vomiting (B) Diarrhea (C) Weight gain (D) Weight loss
Which is not included in the veterinary technician practice model (A) Assessment (B) Evaluation (C) Intervention *(D) Prescription*
Which is not included in the veterinary technician practice model (A) Assessment (B) Evaluation (C) Intervention (D) Prescription
Which is not part of standard set of personal protective gear in an isolation war *(A) Filtered respirator mask* (B) Gloves (C) Gown (D) Shoe cover
Which is not part of standard set of personal protective gear in an isolation war (A) Filtered respirator mask (B) Gloves (C) Gown (D) Shoe cover
Which is not true of NE or NG tubes (A) Inexpensive (B) Easy to place (C) Useful for short term feeding support *(D) Costly and inefficient*
Which is not true of NE or NG tubes (A) Inexpensive (B) Easy to place (C) Useful for short term feeding support (D) Costly and inefficient
Which is optional on information panel of all pet foods (A) Feeding guidelines *(B) Freshness date* (C) Manufacturer or distributor (D) Nutritional adequacy statement
Which is optional on information panel of all pet foods (A) Feeding guidelines (B) Freshness date (C) Manufacturer or distributor (D) Nutritional adequacy statement
Which is postpartum complication caused by hypocalcemia *(A) Eclampsia* (B) Galactostasis (C) Mastitis (D) Metritis
Which is postpartum complication caused by hypocalcemia (A) Eclampsia (B) Galactostasis (C) Mastitis (D) Metritis
Which is recommended method to prevent exposure to chemicals spilled on an animals fur (A) Applying chemicals solvents *(B) Bathed with mild dish washing detergent* (C) Induce emesis (D) Wipe it off with a dry paper towel
Which is recommended method to prevent exposure to chemicals spilled on an animals fur (A) Applying chemicals solvents (B) Bathed with mild dish washing detergent (C) Induce emesis (D) Wipe it off with a dry paper towel
Which is seen as chalk-white or cream-colored urine in rabbits (A) Coprophagy (B) Dysbiosis *(C) Dystrophic calcification* (D) Vitamin A deficiency
Which is seen as chalk-white or cream-colored urine in rabbits (A) Coprophagy (B) Dysbiosis (C) Dystrophic calcification (D) Vitamin A deficiency
Which is the correct progression of wound healing *(A) Inflammatory phase, proliferative phase, maturation phase* (B) Inflammatory phase, proliferative phase, granulation phase, maturation phase (C) Proliferative phase, inflammatory phase, maturation phase (D) Proliferative phase, granulation phase, inflammatory phase, maturation phase
Which is the correct progression of wound healing (A) Inflammatory phase, proliferative phase, maturation phase (B) Inflammatory phase, proliferative phase, granulation phase, maturation phase (C) Proliferative phase, inflammatory phase, maturation phase (D) Proliferative phase, granulation phase, inflammatory phase, maturation phase
Which is true in gathering patient data during the nursing process? (A) Past medical history should be ignored because presenting problem might not be related (B) Consulting veterinarian is not needed for a vet tech to assess a patient (C) PE should be focused on area of concern for efficiency *(D) Owners presenting complaint an a description of history should be taken*
Which is true in gathering patient data during the nursing process? (A) Past medical history should be ignored because presenting problem might not be related (B) Consulting veterinarian is not needed for a vet tech to assess a patient (C) PE should be focused on area of concern for efficiency (D) Owners presenting complaint an a description of history should be taken
Which is true of artificial warming devices? (A) Warm water blankets are most effective in preventing hypothermia (B) Commercial warming devices do not require insulation because they are tested to be safe (C) Can solely provide sufficient heat support to prevent hypothermia *(D) Directed at warming the core as supposed to the periphery*
Which is true of artificial warming devices? (A) Warm water blankets are most effective in preventing hypothermia (B) Commercial warming devices do not require insulation because they are tested to be safe (C) Can solely provide sufficient heat support to prevent hypothermia (D) Directed at warming the core as supposed to the periphery
Which is true of urinary catheterization (A) Disinfecting prepuce is not required *(B) Catheter must be disinfected periodically* (C) After catheter is properly placed, no concern for dislodgment (D) Aseptic technique is not required when handling collection bag
Which is true of urinary catheterization (A) Disinfecting prepuce is not required (B) Catheter must be disinfected periodically (C) After catheter is properly placed, no concern for dislodgment (D) Aseptic technique is not required when handling collection bag
Which is typically the largest vein to collect blood (A) Cutaneous ulnar vein (B) Left jugular vein (C) Medial metatarsal vein *(D) Right jugular vein*
Which is typically the largest vein to collect blood (A) Cutaneous ulnar vein (B) Left jugular vein (C) Medial metatarsal vein (D) Right jugular vein
Which is used to describe high-pitched, discontinuous inspiratory sound associated with reopening of airways that closed during expiration *(A) Crackle* (B) Stertor (C) Stridor (D) Wheeze
Which is used to describe high-pitched, discontinuous inspiratory sound associated with reopening of airways that closed during expiration (A) Crackle (B) Stertor (C) Stridor (D) Wheeze
Which is/are antioxidants *(A) Vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C* (B) L-carnitine (C) Vitamin (D) Krebs cycles
Which is/are antioxidants (A) Vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C (B) L-carnitine (C) Vitamin (D) Krebs cycles
Which is/are water soluble (A) A and D (B) E and K *(C) B12 and C* (D) A and E
Which is/are water soluble (A) A and D (B) E and K (C) B12 and C (D) A and E
Which knots are used to secure the end of two ropes together or to form a nonslipping noose *(A) Square knot* (B) Nonslip knot (C) Surgeon's knot (D) Reefer's knot
Which knots are used to secure the end of two ropes together or to form a nonslipping noose (A) Square knot (B) Nonslip knot (C) Surgeon's knot (D) Reefer's knot
Which lab tests would not be used to diagnose IMHA (A) Autoagglutination test (B) CBC (C) Coombs test *(D) Fructosamine*
Which lab tests would not be used to diagnose IMHA (A) Autoagglutination test (B) CBC (C) Coombs test (D) Fructosamine
Which may be caused by right-sided heart failure? (A) Aortic stenosis (B) Mitral valve dysplasia (C) Dysrhythmias *(D) Tricuspid dysplasia*
Which may be caused by right-sided heart failure? (A) Aortic stenosis (B) Mitral valve dysplasia (C) Dysrhythmias (D) Tricuspid dysplasia
Which may be viral enteritis (A) Parvovirus (B) Coronavirus (C) All of the above *(D) None of the above*
Which may be viral enteritis (A) Parvovirus (B) Coronavirus (C) All of the above (D) None of the above
Which may contribute to ringworm in companion animals? (A) Microsporum canis (B) M. gypseum (C) Trichophyton mentagrophytes *(D) All of the above*
Which may contribute to ringworm in companion animals? (A) Microsporum canis (B) M. gypseum (C) Trichophyton mentagrophytes (D) All of the above
Which might a cow in pain exhibit? (A) Dullness and depression (B) inappetence and grinding teeth (C Stance with one food behind the other *(D) All of the above*
Which might a cow in pain exhibit? (A) Dullness and depression (B) inappetence and grinding teeth (C Stance with one food behind the other (D) All of the above
Which might be useful in prevention of muscle atrophy (A) Passive limb movement (B) Hydrotherapy (C) Massage *(D) All of the above*
Which might be useful in prevention of muscle atrophy (A) Passive limb movement (B) Hydrotherapy (C) Massage (D) All of the above
Which nutrient is most important for patients with acute or chronic vomiting? (A) Protean (B) Vitamins (C) Minerals *(D) Water*
Which nutrient is most important for patients with acute or chronic vomiting? (A) Protean (B) Vitamins (C) Minerals (D) Water
Which of the agencies regulates pet food labels and research facilities (A) AAFCO (B) FDA (C) FTC *(D) USDA*
Which of the agencies regulates pet food labels and research facilities (A) AAFCO (B) FDA (C) FTC (D) USDA
Which of the following agencies is responsible for approving new pet food ingredients (A) AAFCO *(B) FDA* (C) FTC (D) USDA
Which of the following agencies is responsible for approving new pet food ingredients (A) AAFCO (B) FDA (C) FTC (D) USDA
Which of the following animals are herbivores? (A) Dogs (B) Ferrets *(C) Prairie dogs* (D) Iguanas
Which of the following animals are herbivores? (A) Dogs (B) Ferrets (C) Prairie dogs (D) Iguanas
Which of the following are dorsal to the abdominal region (A) Cervical vertebrae (B) Thoracic vertebrae *(C) Lumbar vertebrae* (D) Sacral verebrae
Which of the following are dorsal to the abdominal region (A) Cervical vertebrae (B) Thoracic vertebrae (C) Lumbar vertebrae (D) Sacral verebrae
Which of the following are effects of hypothermia? (A) Increased metabolic rate (B) Decreased clotting time *(C) Cardiac dysfunction* (D) Increased peripheral blood flow
Which of the following are effects of hypothermia? (A) Increased metabolic rate (B) Decreased clotting time (C) Cardiac dysfunction (D) Increased peripheral blood flow
Which of the following are strict omnivores? *(A) Dogs* (B) Ferrets (C) Prairie dogs (D) Rabbits
Which of the following are strict omnivores? (A) Dogs (B) Ferrets (C) Prairie dogs (D) Rabbits
Which of the following behaviors is commonly associated with clinical signs of pain in dogs (A) Vocalization and increased appetite (B) Playful actions and excessive licking of the owners *(C) Panting, anorexia, and depression* (D) Increased attention to the environment
Which of the following behaviors is commonly associated with clinical signs of pain in dogs (A) Vocalization and increased appetite (B) Playful actions and excessive licking of the owners (C) Panting, anorexia, and depression (D) Increased attention to the environment
Which of the following bones is located where the spinal cord exits the body (A) Interparietal bones *(B) Occipital bone* (C) Parietal bones (D) Temporal bones
Which of the following bones is located where the spinal cord exits the body (A) Interparietal bones (B) Occipital bone (C) Parietal bones (D) Temporal bones
Which of the following conditions is a common sign of heart failure *(A) Tachypnea* (B) Bradypnea (C) Tachycardia (D) Bradycardia
Which of the following conditions is a common sign of heart failure (A) Tachypnea (B) Bradypnea (C) Tachycardia (D) Bradycardia
Which of the following described as seizures involving loss of consciousness with tonic-clonic whole body movements, possibly with salivation, urination, and defecation (A) Absence seizures (B) Focal seizures *(C) Generalized seizures* (D) Changes in eating habits
Which of the following described as seizures involving loss of consciousness with tonic-clonic whole body movements, possibly with salivation, urination, and defecation (A) Absence seizures (B) Focal seizures (C) Generalized seizures (D) Changes in eating habits
Which of the following describes a patient suffering from pyometra? (A) Hard, painful nipple, galactostasis (B) Hypocalcemia, muscle spasms, fever, tachycardia, seizures (C) In hard labor for 30-60 minutes with on new young produced *(D) Vaginal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydraiton, anorexia, polyuria, polydipsia*
Which of the following describes a patient suffering from pyometra? (A) Hard, painful nipple, galactostasis (B) Hypocalcemia, muscle spasms, fever, tachycardia, seizures (C) In hard labor for 30-60 minutes with on new young produced (D) Vaginal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydraiton, anorexia, polyuria, polydipsia
Which of the following diets is intended to be dispensed under the supervision of veterinarians in the context of a valid veterinarian-client-patient relationship *(A) Veterinary therapeutic* (B) Holistic (C) Raw (D) OTC
Which of the following diets is intended to be dispensed under the supervision of veterinarians in the context of a valid veterinarian-client-patient relationship (A) Veterinary therapeutic (B) Holistic (C) Raw (D) OTC
Which of the following does the pancreas produce (A) Oxytocin *(B) Glucagon* (C) Glycogen (D) Calcitonin
Which of the following does the pancreas produce (A) Oxytocin (B) Glucagon (C) Glycogen (D) Calcitonin
Which of the following endocrine diseases results in weight gain, bradycardia, exercise intolerance, and lethargy in a dog? (A) Hyperadrenocorticism (B) Hypoadrenocorticism (C) Hyperthyroidism *(D) Hypothyroidism*
Which of the following endocrine diseases results in weight gain, bradycardia, exercise intolerance, and lethargy in a dog? (A) Hyperadrenocorticism (B) Hypoadrenocorticism (C) Hyperthyroidism (D) Hypothyroidism
Which of the following exhibit coughing, fever, mucopurulent discharge? (A) Kennel cough (B) Canine parvovirus *(C) Canine distemper* (D) Infectious canine tracheobronchitis
Which of the following exhibit coughing, fever, mucopurulent discharge? (A) Kennel cough (B) Canine parvovirus (C) Canine distemper (D) Infectious canine tracheobronchitis
Which of the following is a common cause of tachycardia *(A) Hypoxia* (B) Hyperkalemia (C) Hypocalcemia (D) Toxin ingestion
Which of the following is a common cause of tachycardia (A) Hypoxia (B) Hyperkalemia (C) Hypocalcemia (D) Toxin ingestion
Which of the following is a false statement (A) Use minimal restraint with a cat to start the procedure *(B) Treat all cats the same when it comes to handling* (C) Use distraction techniques when restraining cats (D) Use towels to restrain cats, versus muzzles
Which of the following is a false statement (A) Use minimal restraint with a cat to start the procedure (B) Treat all cats the same when it comes to handling (C) Use distraction techniques when restraining cats (D) Use towels to restrain cats, versus muzzles
Which of the following is a sign of insulin overdose in treated diabetic patients? (A) Muscle wasting (B) Polyuria *(C) Severe lethargy and seizures* (D) Vomiting and halitosis
Which of the following is a sign of insulin overdose in treated diabetic patients? (A) Muscle wasting (B) Polyuria (C) Severe lethargy and seizures (D) Vomiting and halitosis
Which of the following is a technique to keep from joints becoming stiff (A) Cold compress (B) Coupage *(C) Passive range of motion* (D) Warm compress
Which of the following is a technique to keep from joints becoming stiff (A) Cold compress (B) Coupage (C) Passive range of motion (D) Warm compress
Which of the following is a technique used to help loosen purulent material within the pulmonary parenchyma (A) Cold compress *(B) Coupage* (C) Passive range of motion (D) Warm compress
Which of the following is a technique used to help loosen purulent material within the pulmonary parenchyma (A) Cold compress (B) Coupage (C) Passive range of motion (D) Warm compress
Which of the following is a zoonotic disease that is spread by fleas? (A) Borrelia burgdorferi (B) Rickettsia rickettsii (C) Ehrlichia *(D) Yersinia pestis*
Which of the following is a zoonotic disease that is spread by fleas? (A) Borrelia burgdorferi (B) Rickettsia rickettsii (C) Ehrlichia (D) Yersinia pestis
Which of the following is an acceptable method of making food more palatable to the pet *(A) Warming the food* (B) Adding onion salt to food (C) Heating food above body temperature (D) Adding warm milk to food
Which of the following is an acceptable method of making food more palatable to the pet (A) Warming the food (B) Adding onion salt to food (C) Heating food above body temperature (D) Adding warm milk to food
Which of the following is an appropriate method for restraining an animal that does not respond well to gentle words and handling? (A) Force patient down and proceed with procedure without full control (B) Recruit help from the owner for physical restraint (C) Running patient around until it is too tired to struggle *(D) Use chemical agents for restraint*
Which of the following is an appropriate method for restraining an animal that does not respond well to gentle words and handling? (A) Force patient down and proceed with procedure without full control (B) Recruit help from the owner for physical restraint (C) Running patient around until it is too tired to struggle (D) Use chemical agents for restraint
Which of the following is an essential amino acid? *(A) Argine* (B) Alanine (C) Asparagine (D) Aspartate
Which of the following is an essential amino acid? (A) Argine (B) Alanine (C) Asparagine (D) Aspartate
Which of the following is characterized as droopy eyelids, protruding nicitans, miosis? (A) Brachycephalic syndrome *(B) Horner wyndrome* (C) Wobbler syndrome (D) Vestibular syndrome
Which of the following is characterized as droopy eyelids, protruding nicitans, miosis? (A) Brachycephalic syndrome (B) Horner wyndrome (C) Wobbler syndrome (D) Vestibular syndrome
Which of the following is commonly seen in rabbits, in which the intestinal flora is disrupted (A) Coprophagy *(B) Dysbiosis* (C) Dystrophic calcification (D) Vitamin A deficiency
Which of the following is commonly seen in rabbits, in which the intestinal flora is disrupted (A) Coprophagy (B) Dysbiosis (C) Dystrophic calcification (D) Vitamin A deficiency
Which of the following is defined as the assessment of the patient through the tactile sense of one's hands and fingers? (A) Auscultation (B) Centrifugation (C) Mentation *(D) Palpation*
Which of the following is defined as the assessment of the patient through the tactile sense of one's hands and fingers? (A) Auscultation (B) Centrifugation (C) Mentation (D) Palpation
Which of the following is described as a transient alteration in consciousness, with or without external signs *(A) Absence seizures* (B) Focal seizures (C) Generalized seizures (D) Myoclonus
Which of the following is described as a transient alteration in consciousness, with or without external signs (A) Absence seizures (B) Focal seizures (C) Generalized seizures (D) Myoclonus
Which of the following is described as ataxia and paresis resulting from spondylosis of the vertebrae? (A) Brachycephalic syndrome (B) Horner syndrome *(C) Wobble syndrome* (D) Vestibular syndrome
Which of the following is described as ataxia and paresis resulting from spondylosis of the vertebrae? (A) Brachycephalic syndrome (B) Horner syndrome (C) Wobble syndrome (D) Vestibular syndrome
Which of the following is described as seizures involving specific parts of the body, many times without a loss of consciousness (A) Absence seizures *(B) Focal seizures* (C) Generalized seizures (D) Myoclonus
Which of the following is described as seizures involving specific parts of the body, many times without a loss of consciousness (A) Absence seizures (B) Focal seizures (C) Generalized seizures (D) Myoclonus
Which of the following is least useful when resuscitating a dog in shock? *(A) D5w* (B) Hetastarch (C) Hypertonic saline (D) Plasma-lyte 48
Which of the following is least useful when resuscitating a dog in shock? (A) D5w (B) Hetastarch (C) Hypertonic saline (D) Plasma-lyte 48
Which of the following is not generally a symptom of osteoarthritis in cats? (A) Changes in mobility (B) Changes in activity level (C) Changes in grooming *(D) Changes in eating habits*
Which of the following is not generally a symptom of osteoarthritis in cats? (A) Changes in mobility (B) Changes in activity level (C) Changes in grooming (D) Changes in eating habits
Which of the following is not used to determine a patient's dehydration status (A) Capillary refill time (B) Eye position *(C) Discharge in pinna* (D) PCV
Which of the following is not used to determine a patient's dehydration status (A) Capillary refill time (B) Eye position (C) Discharge in pinna (D) PCV
Which of the following is one of the most important components of the successful rearing of lambs (A) Establishment of a ram-lamb bond *(B) Establishment of a ewe-lamb bond* (C) Establishment of a lamb-lamb bond (D) Establishment of a ram-ewe bond
Which of the following is one of the most important components of the successful rearing of lambs (A) Establishment of a ram-lamb bond (B) Establishment of a ewe-lamb bond (C) Establishment of a lamb-lamb bond (D) Establishment of a ram-ewe bond
Which of the following is the act of manually providing movement of joints without muscle contraction in a repetitive manner? (A) Active range of motion *(B) Passive range of motion* (C) Proprioception (D) Stretching
Which of the following is the act of manually providing movement of joints without muscle contraction in a repetitive manner? (A) Active range of motion (B) Passive range of motion (C) Proprioception (D) Stretching
Which of the following is the most common clinical sign of severe hypertension? (A) Acute blindness *(B) Syncope* (C) Tachycardia (D) Weakness
Which of the following is the most common clinical sign of severe hypertension? (A) Acute blindness (B) Syncope (C) Tachycardia (D) Weakness
Which of the following is the most important first steps when a dyspneic patient presents to the veterinary hospital (A) Obtain thoracic radiographs (B) Obtain arterial blood gas *(C) Stabilize patient before performing any diagnostic testing* (D) Perform complete PE
Which of the following is the most important first steps when a dyspneic patient presents to the veterinary hospital (A) Obtain thoracic radiographs (B) Obtain arterial blood gas (C) Stabilize patient before performing any diagnostic testing (D) Perform complete PE
Which of the following is the responsibility of the vet and not the tech (A) Calculating fluid rate *(B) Order fluid type* (C) Initiating fluid therapy (D) Monitoring the infusion
Which of the following is the responsibility of the vet and not the tech (A) Calculating fluid rate (B) Order fluid type (C) Initiating fluid therapy (D) Monitoring the infusion
Which of the following is the series of joint, segment, whole-body movements used for locomotion? *(A) Gait* (B) Gallop (C) Stance (D) Stride
Which of the following is the series of joint, segment, whole-body movements used for locomotion? (A) Gait (B) Gallop (C) Stance (D) Stride
Which of the following is the shortest portion of the small intestine? (A) Cecum *(B) Duodenum* (C) Ileum (D Jejunum
Which of the following is the shortest portion of the small intestine? (A) Cecum (B) Duodenum (C) Ileum (D Jejunum
Which of the following is true of hamsters? (A) Male hamsters often attack newly introduced female hamsters (B) Hamsters live 4-5 years *(C) Female hamsters may hide their young in their cheek pouches, leading to death* (D) Best method of restraint is to pick them up by their tail
Which of the following is true of hamsters? (A) Male hamsters often attack newly introduced female hamsters (B) Hamsters live 4-5 years (C) Female hamsters may hide their young in their cheek pouches, leading to death (D) Best method of restraint is to pick them up by their tail
Which of the following methods of delivery fluids should not be used in severely dehydrated patients (A) Intraosseous fluid administration (B) Intravenous fluid administration *(C) SQ fluid administration* (D) Intraperitoneal fluid administration
Which of the following methods of delivery fluids should not be used in severely dehydrated patients (A) Intraosseous fluid administration (B) Intravenous fluid administration (C) SQ fluid administration (D) Intraperitoneal fluid administration
Which of the following might be a dysphoric or delirious animal experience because of opioid overdose? (A) Thrashing and yowling continuously (B) Claustrophobia *(C) Only rare response to soothing interaction* (D) Chewing on cage doors
Which of the following might be a dysphoric or delirious animal experience because of opioid overdose? (A) Thrashing and yowling continuously (B) Claustrophobia (C) Only rare response to soothing interaction (D) Chewing on cage doors
Which of the following needle sizes has the largest inside diameter *(A) 16 gauge* (B) 18 gauge (C) 20 gauge (D) 22 gauge
Which of the following needle sizes has the largest inside diameter (A) 16 gauge (B) 18 gauge (C) 20 gauge (D) 22 gauge
Which of the following term refers to passive, retrograde movement of ingested material to a level above the upper esophageal sphincter? (A) Expectoration (B) Hematemesis *(C) Regurgitation* (D) Vomiting
Which of the following term refers to passive, retrograde movement of ingested material to a level above the upper esophageal sphincter? (A) Expectoration (B) Hematemesis (C) Regurgitation (D) Vomiting
Which of the following terms is used to describe passing larger volumes of urine than normal? (A) Fomite (B) Poikuria *(C) Polyuria* (D) Vector
Which of the following terms is used to describe passing larger volumes of urine than normal? (A) Fomite (B) Poikuria (C) Polyuria (D) Vector
Which of the following treatments used to treat heartworm disease in dogs is a common microfilaricide treatment? (A) Thiacetarsamide (B) Melarsomine dihydrochloride *(C) Ivermectin* (D) All of the above
Which of the following treatments used to treat heartworm disease in dogs is a common microfilaricide treatment? (A) Thiacetarsamide (B) Melarsomine dihydrochloride (C) Ivermectin (D) All of the above
Which of the following type of uroliths are found in alkaline urine? *(A) Struvite uroliths* (B) Ammonium urate uroliths (C) Calcium oxalate uroliths (D) Cystine uroliths
Which of the following type of uroliths are found in alkaline urine? (A) Struvite uroliths (B) Ammonium urate uroliths (C) Calcium oxalate uroliths (D) Cystine uroliths
Which of the following types of cancer commonly arises form cartilage or bone? (A) Adenocarcinoma *(B) Sarcoma* (C) Lymphoma (D) Carcinoma
Which of the following types of cancer commonly arises form cartilage or bone? (A) Adenocarcinoma (B) Sarcoma (C) Lymphoma (D) Carcinoma
Which of the following types of fluids is used to replace intravascular volume (A) Hypertonic crystalloid *(B) Isotonic crystalloid* (C) Synthetic colloid (D) Whole blood
Which of the following types of fluids is used to replace intravascular volume (A) Hypertonic crystalloid (B) Isotonic crystalloid (C) Synthetic colloid (D) Whole blood
Which of the following vitamins is a form of vitamin D (A) Cobalamin *(B) Ergocalciferol* (C) Pyridoxine (D) Thiamin
Which of the following vitamins is a form of vitamin D (A) Cobalamin (B) Ergocalciferol (C) Pyridoxine (D) Thiamin
Which of the routes of injectable drug is not advised in dehydrated patients, especially in an emergency (A) IM (B) IO (C) IV *(D) SQ*
Which of the routes of injectable drug is not advised in dehydrated patients, especially in an emergency (A) IM (B) IO (C) IV (D) SQ
Which of these drugs is an antacid used to reduce acidity of the stomach *(A) Amphojel* (B) Misoprostol (C) Omeprazole (D) Sucralfate
Which of these drugs is an antacid used to reduce acidity of the stomach (A) Amphojel (B) Misoprostol (C) Omeprazole (D) Sucralfate
Which of these is an antiucler drug used to treat ulcers of the stomach and upper small intestine (A) Cimetidine (B) Fanmotidine (C) Ranitidine *(D) Sucralfate*
Which of these is an antiucler drug used to treat ulcers of the stomach and upper small intestine (A) Cimetidine (B) Fanmotidine (C) Ranitidine (D) Sucralfate
Which of these is common indicate of small bowel diarrhea? (A) Decreased volume of feces (B) Mucus in feces *(C) Normal frequency of bowel movements* (D) Tenesmus
Which of these is common indicate of small bowel diarrhea? (A) Decreased volume of feces (B) Mucus in feces (C) Normal frequency of bowel movements (D) Tenesmus
Which organism is responsible for ringworm in cattle *(A) Trichophyton verrucosum* (B) Microsporum gypseum (C) Epidermophyton floccusum (D) Microsporum canis
Which organism is responsible for ringworm in cattle (A) Trichophyton verrucosum (B) Microsporum gypseum (C) Epidermophyton floccusum (D) Microsporum canis
Which part of the gastrointestinal system is associated with melena (A) Involvement of the stomach *(B) Involvement of the jejunum or ileum* (C) involvement of the large intestine (D) Colitis
Which part of the gastrointestinal system is associated with melena (A) Involvement of the stomach (B) Involvement of the jejunum or ileum (C) involvement of the large intestine (D) Colitis
Which plane across the body divides it into cranial and caudal parts that are not necessarily equal (A) Sagittal plane *(B) Transverse plane* (C) Median plane (D) Dorsal plane
Which plane across the body divides it into cranial and caudal parts that are not necessarily equal (A) Sagittal plane (B) Transverse plane (C) Median plane (D) Dorsal plane
Which potent chemical is used for cold sterilization of hard instruments (A) Ethylene oxide (B) Formalin *(C) Glutaraldehyde* (D) Formaldehyde
Which potent chemical is used for cold sterilization of hard instruments (A) Ethylene oxide (B) Formalin (C) Glutaraldehyde (D) Formaldehyde
Which qualifies an individual as a credentialed veterinary technologist? *(A) 4 year bachelor of science in veterinary technology accredited by the AVMA* (B) Diploma from accredited high school (C) 4 year bachelor of science degree in animal science (D) Associate of science degree in veterinary technology
Which qualifies an individual as a credentialed veterinary technologist? (A) 4 year bachelor of science in veterinary technology accredited by the AVMA (B) Diploma from accredited high school (C) 4 year bachelor of science degree in animal science (D) Associate of science degree in veterinary technology
Which refers to a structure with a location that is closer to the crown of the tooth in relation to another structure (A) Palatal (B) Mesial *(C) Coronal* (D) Apical
Which refers to a structure with a location that is closer to the crown of the tooth in relation to another structure (A) Palatal (B) Mesial (C) Coronal (D) Apical
Which refers to excessive salivation? (A) Borborygmus (B) Dyschezia (C) Polyphagia *(D) Pytalism*
Which refers to excessive salivation? (A) Borborygmus (B) Dyschezia (C) Polyphagia (D) Pytalism
Which results in infertility and neonatal mortality in rabbits? (A) Coprophagy (B) Dysbiosis (C) Dystrophic calcification *(D) Vitamin A deficiency*
Which results in infertility and neonatal mortality in rabbits? (A) Coprophagy (B) Dysbiosis (C) Dystrophic calcification (D) Vitamin A deficiency
Which route may expose veterinary technicians to organisms that cause disease (A) Inhalation (B) Ingestion (C) Needle sticks *(D) All of the above*
Which route may expose veterinary technicians to organisms that cause disease (A) Inhalation (B) Ingestion (C) Needle sticks (D) All of the above
Which statement about cats is true *(A) Cats need more protein than dogs* (B) It is important to provide plenty of variety by buying different brands of food (C) Hairballs are a sign of illness (D) Giving liver as a treat can result in vitamin A deficiency
Which statement about cats is true (A) Cats need more protein than dogs (B) It is important to provide plenty of variety by buying different brands of food (C) Hairballs are a sign of illness (D) Giving liver as a treat can result in vitamin A deficiency
Which statement regarding first-intention wound healing is false (A) Occurs without infection (B) Occurs when skin edges are held together in apposition *(C) Usually has some degree of suppuration* (D) Occurs with minimal scar formation
Which statement regarding first-intention wound healing is false (A) Occurs without infection (B) Occurs when skin edges are held together in apposition (C) Usually has some degree of suppuration (D) Occurs with minimal scar formation
Which statement regarding vitamin supplementation is true *(A) Vitamin E level should be appropriate to the levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids in food* (B) Vitamin E can reverse cancer cachexia (C) Mega doses of vitamins are advised for dogs receiving commercial dry food diets (D) All of the above
Which statement regarding vitamin supplementation is true (A) Vitamin E level should be appropriate to the levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids in food (B) Vitamin E can reverse cancer cachexia (C) Mega doses of vitamins are advised for dogs receiving commercial dry food diets (D) All of the above
Which terms is used to describe tooth surface facing the lips (A) Rostral (B) Caudal (C) Lingual *(D) Vestibular*
Which terms is used to describe tooth surface facing the lips (A) Rostral (B) Caudal (C) Lingual (D) Vestibular
Which tests may be recommended for an equine patient that is experiencing upper airway complications (A) BAL (B) TTW *(C) MRI* (D) Pulmonary function testing
Which tests may be recommended for an equine patient that is experiencing upper airway complications (A) BAL (B) TTW (C) MRI (D) Pulmonary function testing
Which toxic plant would have an effect on the cat's kidney (A) Apricot seeds *(B) Easter lily* (C) Onion (D) Mistletoe
Which toxic plant would have an effect on the cat's kidney (A) Apricot seeds (B) Easter lily (C) Onion (D) Mistletoe
Which toxic plants would have an effect on the cardiovascular system? *(A) Oleander* (B) Marijuana (C) Morning glory (D) tobacco
Which toxic plants would have an effect on the cardiovascular system? (A) Oleander (B) Marijuana (C) Morning glory (D) tobacco
Which type of feeding is most physiologic and often safest route (A) IV (B) IO *(C) Oral* (D) SQ
Which type of feeding is most physiologic and often safest route (A) IV (B) IO (C) Oral (D) SQ
Which type of nutrition is defined as providing nutrients via IV *(A) Parentera*l (B) Enteral (C) Oral (D) Emergency
Which type of nutrition is defined as providing nutrients via IV (A) Parenteral (B) Enteral (C) Oral (D) Emergency
Which type of vertebrae are unique in that they form a single solid structure: (A) Cervical vertebrae (B) Thoracic vertebrae (C) Lumbar vertebrae *(D) Sacral vertebrae*
Which type of vertebrae are unique in that they form a single solid structure: (A) Cervical vertebrae (B) Thoracic vertebrae (C) Lumbar vertebrae (D) Sacral vertebrae
Which type of visit is not considered an outpatient service (A) Exam (B) Vaccination (C) Lab work *(D) Surgery*
Which type of visit is not considered an outpatient service (A) Exam (B) Vaccination (C) Lab work (D) Surgery
Which types of cells make up bone (A) Osteoblasts (B) Osteocytes (C) Osteoclasts *(D) All of the above*
Which types of cells make up bone (A) Osteoblasts (B) Osteocytes (C) Osteoclasts (D) All of the above
Which types of diabetes are more common in dogs (A) Insulin dependent (B) Type 1 (C) Non-insulin dependent *(D) Both A and B*
Which types of diabetes are more common in dogs (A) Insulin dependent (B) Type 1 (C) Non-insulin dependent (D) Both A and B
Which will heal through first intention? (A) Abscess (B) Degloving *(C) Simple laceration* (D) Puncture wound
Which will heal through first intention? (A) Abscess (B) Degloving (C) Simple laceration (D) Puncture wound
Which would a regurgitating patient show (A) Forceful contraction of abdomen and diaphragm (B) Restlessness (C) Salivation *(D) Undigested food in expelled substance*
Which would a regurgitating patient show (A) Forceful contraction of abdomen and diaphragm (B) Restlessness (C) Salivation (D) Undigested food in expelled substance
Which would be common in dogs experiencing anemia (A) Anorexia (B) Weakness (C) Tachypnea *(D) All of the above*
Which would be common in dogs experiencing anemia (A) Anorexia (B) Weakness (C) Tachypnea (D) All of the above
Which would contribute to geriatric vestibular syndrome? (A) Increased IO pressure *(B) Otitis media* (C) Coccidioides immitis (D) Histoiplasum capsulatum
Which would contribute to geriatric vestibular syndrome? (A) Increased IO pressure (B) Otitis media (C) Coccidioides immitis (D) Histoiplasum capsulatum
White muscle disease can be treated with (A) Selenium (B) Vitamin E (C) First cut of alfalfa with higher levels of protein *(D) Both a and b*
White muscle disease can be treated with (A) Selenium (B) Vitamin E (C) First cut of alfalfa with higher levels of protein (D) Both a and b
Why do tortoises require ultraviolet light in their habitat (A) Prevent vitamin A deficiency *(B) Promote cholecalciferol synthesis* (C) Reduce vitamin D level (D) Regulate body temperature
Why do tortoises require ultraviolet light in their habitat (A) Prevent vitamin A deficiency (B) Promote cholecalciferol synthesis (C) Reduce vitamin D level (D) Regulate body temperature
With exception of cats, most animals have a total blood volume equivalent to ___ of their body weight *(A) 7%* (B) 15% (C) 25% (D) 40%
With exception of cats, most animals have a total blood volume equivalent to ___ of their body weight (A) 7% (B) 15% (C) 25% (D) 40%
With significant dehydration in a healthy patient, which would likely be seen on a urinalysis and CBC? *(A) Increased urine UG and increased PCV* (B) Increased urine SG and decreased PCV (C) Decreased urine SG and decreased PVC (D) Decreased urine SG and increased PCV
With significant dehydration in a healthy patient, which would likely be seen on a urinalysis and CBC? (A) Increased urine UG and increased PCV (B) Increased urine SG and decreased PCV (C) Decreased urine SG and decreased PVC (D) Decreased urine SG and increased PCV
Within a few ____ of ingesting high levels of sodium, normal dogs and cats easily excrete the excess in their urine *(A) Hours* (B) Days (C) Months (D) Weeks
Within a few ____ of ingesting high levels of sodium, normal dogs and cats easily excrete the excess in their urine (A) Hours (B) Days (C) Months (D) Weeks
Work of respiratory system can be divided into the following four parts. The movement of gases across the alveolar membrane is (A) Diffusion (B) Distribution (C) Perfusion *(D) Ventilation*
Work of respiratory system can be divided into the following four parts. The movement of gases across the alveolar membrane is (A) Diffusion (B) Distribution (C) Perfusion (D) Ventilation
You must give a dog 250 mg of a medication that comes in tablets labeled 100 mg each. How many tablets will you give? (A) 1 1/2 (B) 2 (C) 2 1/4 *(D) 2 1/2*
You must give a dog 250 mg of a medication that comes in tablets labeled 100 mg each. How many tablets will you give? (A) 1 1/2 (B) 2 (C) 2 1/4 (D) 2 1/2
____feet is known as the "kill zone" in cattle when considering restraint (A) 2-4 (B) 6-8 *(C) 10-12* (D) 12-14
____feet is known as the "kill zone" in cattle when considering restraint (A) 2-4 (B) 6-8 (C) 10-12 (D) 12-14
___is a highly fatal neurologic disease in horses, characterized by a stiff, stilted gait, hyperexcitabilty, seizure, coma (A) West nile *(B) Tetanus* (C) Equine degenerative myelopathy (D) Herpes
___is a highly fatal neurologic disease in horses, characterized by a stiff, stilted gait, hyperexcitabilty, seizure, coma (A) West nile (B) Tetanus (C) Equine degenerative myelopathy (D) Herpes
highly convoluted ____ extends from glomerular capsule to the connection with the connection duct (A) Nephron *(B) Renal tubule* (C) Ureter (D) Urethra
highly convoluted ____ extends from glomerular capsule to the connection with the connection duct (A) Nephron (B) Renal tubule (C) Ureter (D) Urethra
i general, how many days should be allowed for diet changes in dogs and cats *(A) 5-7 days* (B) 1-3 days (C) 48-72 hours (D) 28 days
i general, how many days should be allowed for diet changes in dogs and cats (A) 5-7 days (B) 1-3 days (C) 48-72 hours (D) 28 days
inflammation, infected, sepsis, neoplasia, and reaction to transfusion of blood products are common causes of (A) Hyperthermia (B) Hypothermia *(C) Pyrexia* (D) Pyridoxine
inflammation, infected, sepsis, neoplasia, and reaction to transfusion of blood products are common causes of (A) Hyperthermia (B) Hypothermia (C) Pyrexia (D) Pyridoxine
loss of body water that has a solute concentration equal to that which remains in the compartment is *(A) Isotonic dehydration* (B) Hypovolemia (C) Hypotonic dehydration (D) Hypertonic dehydration
loss of body water that has a solute concentration equal to that which remains in the compartment is (A) Isotonic dehydration (B) Hypovolemia (C) Hypotonic dehydration (D) Hypertonic dehydration