Vet Tech Exam Final

Flashcards for beyond exam 1 material

Which of the following can be used to absorb some toxicants and facilitates its excretion via the feces?

Activated charcoal

Zinc poisoning may result in:

Hemolysis

What treatment is recommended for animals that may have ingested corrosives?

Give diluted milk/water/egg whites and gastrointestinal protectants

A toxicant is any substance that when introduced or applied to the body can interfere with life processes of cells (True or False)

True

What is the treatment of choice for ingestion of anticoagulants?

Vitamin K1

A possible toxicant that causes prolonged clotting times would be:

Rodenticide

Stabilizing a patient that has ingested a toxin may include artificial respiration if the patient is:

Dyspneic

Which toxicity will cause salivation, lacrimation, urination, and defecation?

Organophosphates

A dog is brought into the clinic with ataxia, mydriasis, dribbling urine, and hypersensitive to movement and sound. What toxin is most likely to cause these signs?

Marijuana

Which of the following are classified as emetic agents?

Apomorphine and dexmedetomidine

Concentrated permethrin insecticides should never be used on:

Cats

Theobromine and caffeine are found in:

Chocolate

Cholecalciferol rat bait causes the following:

Hypercalcemia

Xylitol, an artificial sweetening agent has been shown to cause the following in dogs:

Hypoglycemia

What is the toxin component of garbage toxicosis or moldy food?

Mycotoxins

Easter Lilies and several members of the Lilium family have been shown to cause the following:

Kidney failure in cats

What is the maximum dose of 3% hydrogen peroxide in dogs:

3tbsp / ~45mL

Ethylene glycol antifreeze is most commonly associated with:

Kidney failure

The following treatment is contraindicated with ingestions of caustic materials:

Emesis

Emesis has little value if more than ___ hours go by.

4 hours

An animal that assumes a praying or play bowing position most likely has _ pain

Abdominal

A patient is experiencing cardiopulmonary arrest. The most desirable route of drug administration is:

Intravenous

The condition in which air becomes trapped between the body wall and the lung is called:

Pneumothorax

Which of the following is NOT a contraindication for crystalloid fluid therapy?

Swollen soft tissue from bruising caused by trauma

According to the principles of triage, which patient should the veterinarian see first?

Dog in respiratory distress

provides a means to measure the expired dioxide concentration of expired air, whereas indicates a noninvasive measurement of the hemoglobin-oxygen saturation.

Capnography; pulse oximetry

Which of the following methods for controlling hemorrhage from a traumatic wound is least likely to cause further damage to the animal?

Direct pressure

Which of these items would be least useful on a crash card used for emergency situations?

Otoscope

Disseminated intravascular coagulation is primary a disorder of the body's _ function

Clotting

Initial treatment for a dog with an open fracture includes all of the following, EXCEPT:

Taking radiographs of the fracture

Which of the following is least likely to be seen in a patient suffering from shock?

Hyperthermia

If an animal is showing signs of respiratory distress, you should…

Give the patient oxygen via a mask, oxygen cage, or flow by method and call for the veterinarian right away

Which would be considered the least important physical measure evaluated during triage of a patient?

Weight

Which of the following is not a characteristic of compensatory shock?

Pale mucus membranes

Which of the following would NOT be considered an emergency nursing procedure?

All of the above are emergency nursing procedures

All of the following are noninvasive ways to monitor a critically ill patient EXCEPT:

Blood pressure using an arterial catheter

An alternate site that can be used to administer large volumes of fluids is the:

Medullary cavity of the femur

Four patients present at the same time with emergency conditions. In which order should the patients be triaged?

Dyspnea, dystocia, proptosis, laceration

According to the text, which of the following is not a common small animal emergency?

All the above ARE common emergencies

Pleural filling defects in the pleural cavity include:

Pleural effusion

Which of the following are important in discussion of geriatric care with owners?

All of the above

Geriatric animals typically present to a veterinary office with very specific clinical signs (True or False)

False

What is the primary goal of geriatric care in veterinary medicine?

Provide relief to suffering animals

What is the purpose of routine diagnostic screening in older animals?

Early detection and prevention

Which of the following is usually the FIRST recommendation to make when dealing with mobility issues and pets?

Weight loss

In addition to causing increased polyuria and polydipsia, renal disease may also cause:

anemia, anorexia, nausea

When considering geriatric nutrition, which of the following components of the diet should decrease:

Fats

Which is a common neurological abnormality in older pets:

Degenerative myelopathy

Coughing is a clinical sign exclusively associated with the respiratory tract and respiratory disease (True or False)

False

One of the concerns of geriatric pets with urinary incontinence is the development of:

Urine scalding

_ can develop with patients with mobility issues due to lack of movement.

Decubital ulcers

Cataract impair the patient's ability to see. Nuclear sclerosis does not (True or False).

True

AAFCO feeding trials are used to evaluate pet foods in all of the following life stages except:

Senior

Which of the following diagnostics would be most helpful for identifying a patient with kidney disease?

Bloodwork (cbc/chem)

Subcutaneous fluids are indicated for pets with conditions that need:

Fluid support

Which of the following is a critical step of the nursing process when dealing with geriatric conditions?

All of the above

Which of the following is a true statement?

Age is not a disease

Chronic valvular disease (CVD) results from thickening of the heart valves and affects many:

Older dogs, especially small breed dogs

Many disease that cause behavioral changes are ascribed to old age rather than pain or disease. Examples include all of the following except

Skin tumor

Euthanasia should only be considered in cases of extreme pain/discomfort for the pet (True or False)

False

Which of the following is described as, when the puppy or kitten is held by the head, it will roll up and adduct its legs?

Flexor tone

Which of the following would NOT be included when taking the history of the neonate?

The neonates vaccination status

Which of the following is a neonatal illness that requires medical attention?

All the above would require immediate medical attention of the neonate

Which of the following is NOT a sign of hypoglycemia in the neonate?

Diarrhea

Neonatal dogs and cats have high fluid requirements (True or False).

True

Puppies and kittens primarily get maternal (mother's) antibodies from:

Colostrum

How does the queen or bitch stimulate urination or defecation of the newborn?

By licking the urogenital area

The neonatal period in dogs and cats is defined as:

The first 2 to 4 weeks of life

By the end of what week are puppies and kittens able to stand and have good postural reflexes?

Week 3

Skin turgor is an acceptable method is assess dehydration in the neonate (True or False).

False

Causes of fading puppy/kitten syndrome include:

All of the above are causes of fading/puppy syndrome

Which vessel is best used to collect blood in the neonate?

Jugular vein

Kittens can be tested at birth for isoerythrolysis using blood typing cards (True or False).

False

You notice that one kitten in a healthy litter has still not begun to nurse, and it has been almost 24 hours since delivery. What is this neonate at increased risk for if suckling does not occur after 24 hours?

Hypoglycemia

When performing a PE on a neonate, it would be normal to find hair missing on the the:

Ventral abdomen ventral thorax

Which of the following is correct regarding the first week of development of the neonate?

Neonates are unable to maintain their body temperature

On physical exam, the head is specifically examined for:

All the above would be specifically looked for on PE

Which of the following is NOT a clinical sign of hypothermia in a neonate?

Hyperactivity

At what age do puppies and kittens have a body temperature that is similar to an adults temperature?

6 weeks

What two complications may occur in a hypothermic neonate?

Pneumonia and bloat

Animals get essential amino acids from their:

Diet

Which of the following are the 6 main nutrients essential for life?

Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, Water

Grain free diets have been linked to heart disease in dogs (True or False).

True

Proteins are stored in the body for later use (True or False).

False

Nutritional needs of an animal depend upon:

All of the above

Which of the following minerals should be controlled in diets for large and giant breed puppies?

Calcium and phosphorus

Which amino acid is essential for cats but not for dogs?

Taurine

Which supplement is commonly given to pets to improve skin health and coat condition?

Omega-3 fatty acids

Which of the following will have a severe negative effect on a pet's appetite

Loss of sense of smell

Ash is the:

Collective mineral content of food

What does the biological value of a protein measure?

How many amino acids in the protein are usable by the animal

What is the biological value of carbohydrates in the diet?

They provide a quick and efficient source of energy for the body

is the essential nutrient needed in the largest quantity

Water

Which of the following provides an animal with the most energy/calories?

Fats

What is the primary purpose of dietary fiber in the diet?

Aid in digestion and promote bowel regularity

Animal protein has a higher EAA (essential amino acid) content than plant based proteins. (True or False)

True

Why is fat an important component of a healthy diet?

All of the above

Supplements are evaluated by the FDA as drugs prior to being sold by the manufacturer (True or False).

False

List the scientific health benefits of Raw diets for pets:

Not graded

Which life stage has the highest nutritional demand on the body?

Lactation