Animal Safety

For quiz 1

Zoonoses are diseases that can be transmitted from __________ to humans.

animals

An example of a zoonotic disease that is transmitted by animal bites is __________.

Rabies

Roundworms are a parasite. True or False

True

Children are most at risk from roundworms because they are often __________ in soil.

barefoot

Toxoplasmosis is usually spread through __________________________________.

cat feces or contaminated litter.

Ringworm is a __________ infection, not caused by a worm.

fungal

Dust masks should be worn when cleaning cages to prevent bacteria from causing__________.

Psittacosis

Cat scratch fever is associated with cat __________ or _____.

scratches, bites

To prevent Salmonella infection, __________ washing is very important.

Hand

What pet is a common carrier of salmonella?

Turtles

_____________ _________ Can cause impetigo and _____ ______. Symptoms can be minor or severe.

Streptococcal bacteria, strep throat

Children aged 5-9 are the primary victims of __________ _____. They are followed by children ages ______.

animal bites, 9-14

What other type of injury can occur other than physical?

psychological

Proper first-aid for animal bites includes immediate washing followed by __________ _________.

medical attention

What should parents teach children in relation to safety with animals?

Children should be taught to avoid unfamiliar animals

To protect yourself from rabies, do not feed, touch, or adopt __________ animals, be sure your pets have ___vaccinations, keep family pets _______ at night, don’t leave pet food outside or open garbage cans, make sure there are no openings to attics, basements, etc.

wild, UTD, indoors,

If your pet is bitten, you should __________ when handling your pet _______your pet from other animals and people, call your ___, ______ the bite to local authorities, isolate ____________ pets.

wear gloves, isolate, vet, report, unvaccinated

The three most common diseases that ticks carry are…

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Lyme Disease, and Alpha-Gal Allergy

For examination or therapy, animals may need to be __________ from normal movement.

restrained

__________ restraint should be avoided. Sick or injured animals may

become frightened or confused.

Prolonged

Muzzles can be made from a strip of __________ or _____ if needed.

gauze,cloth

How to restrain a cat?

They can be wrapped in a blanket or zippered canvas bag to control legs. Scruff and grab hind legs to prevent escape or injury.

Material Safety Data Sheets contain important information about a particular __________.

substance

What is an E-collar?

An E-collar, or Elizabethan collar, is a protective device worn by animals to prevent them from licking or biting at wounds, surgical sites, or injuries.

Chemicals should be stored in their ________ containers.

original

Closed toe shoes are not necessary. True or false

False