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PENN FOSTER INTRODUCTION TO VETERINARY
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Which are considered the most effective types of reward? - ANSWER⬛>>food and praise We commonly refer to early bonding with an object or animal as.. ..
- ANSWER⬛ >>imprinting The moose effective way to minimize spraying is.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>neutering Automatic, or simple reflex, behaviour is commonly referred to as.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>an unconditioned response Pharmaceutical Therapy for behaviour modification can cause.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>increase blood glucose Learning through trial and error is often referred to as learning. - ANSWER⬛>>instrumental Early researchers often referred to the predictable behaviours displayed by a particular species as.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>fixed action
patterns The type of behaviour modification in which you would gradually expose an animal to something it's afraid of is.. .. - ANSWER⬛ >>desensitization
What helps the veterinarian evaluate the patient's physical status, develop a diagnosis, and offer a prognosis? - ANSWER⬛>>Medical History If a dog presented with a cough, you would check the dog's system and its system. - ANSWER⬛
Respiratory, Cardiovascular What are components of the signalment? - ANSWER⬛>>Breed, gender, age, and reproductive status Taking a good history is a critical part of the physical examination because a good history... - ANSWER⬛>>narrows the focus of testing and diagnosis If the owner tells you the dogis scratching a lot, you need to check the dog's system. - ANSWER⬛>>integumentary True or False? Previous medical problems and the animal's response to therapy should be included in the history. - ANSWER⬛>>True True or False? When interviewing a client about the animal's medical history, ask open-ended questions. - ANSWER⬛>>True If you want to learn what a pet eats, its exposure to water, and its travel situation, you'll take a(n) history. - ANSWER⬛ >>environmental
Appropriate small-animal restraint techniques... - ANSWER⬛>>don't involve excessive force, and don't hurt the animal When handling a large dog for examination, it's best to.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>have two people pick up the dog up, one at the front end and one at the rear quarters Taking a blood sample from a small animal... - ANSWER⬛>>often employs a tourniquet if the sample comes from a leg vein True or False? The hind legs of a rabbit have a tremendous amount of power. - ANSWER⬛>>True True or False? When you're carrying a cat correctly, its breastbone should be along the inside of your forearm. - ANSWER⬛>>True When restraining a bird, you must make sure not to apply pressure to its.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>breastbone In the process of approaching a horse, it's best to.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>whistle or talk to the horse to let it know you're approaching
True or False? Both large and small domestic animals have higher normal temperatures than humans do. - ANSWER⬛>>True Your veterinarian instructs you to take a small animal's pulse. You know that this is traditionally done.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>on the inside of the animal's thigh Auscultation of the heart is performed in four zones. These zones correspond to the.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>mitral, tricuspid, aortic, and pulmonary valves Lymph nodes that are examined by palpation are.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>popliteal, axillary, inguinal, submandibular, and prescapular What are the four components of the SOAP format for medical record keeping? - ANSWER⬛>>Subjective, objective, assessment, and procedure or plan The objective section of the SOAP format would include.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>Pulse rate, respiratory rate, temperature, weight, laboratory data, and anything else that can be precisely calibrated A stack of information has fallen out of a patient's medical record. As you return it to the file, using the standard chronological organization, you know to place the notes from September 11, 1996.
. .. - ANSWER⬛>>below the notes from October 27, 1997
The veterinary medical record is.. .. - ANSWER⬛ >>the property of the veterinarian practice or hospital What is a sentence example of what you would expect to find in the assessment section of the SOAP format? - ANSWER⬛ >>"This could be caused by a virus or a bacterial infection" True or False? The veterinarian performs most veterinary client education. - ANSWER⬛>>True What is true of veterinary client education? - ANSWER⬛>>It's crucial for an animal to receive proper postoperative care A veterinary technician who chooses a topic and requests training to learn how to educate clients about it is.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>becoming a more valuable employee When does the client education process occur? - ANSWER⬛>>Throughout the animal's examination and treatment A large St. Bernard enters the veterinarian's office for a routine physical examination. You, as the veterinary technician, must greet the animal and take it to the exam room. As you approach the animal, what is the first step you should take to gain its confidence? - ANSWER⬛>>Crouch down to its level, and extend the back of your hand for the dog to sniff.
What is an example of a nonleading question that's most appropriate during the history-taking part of the physical examination? - ANSWER⬛>>When does Sophie's lameness seem to get better? Part of a veterinary technician's client education responsibilities may include... - ANSWER⬛>>explaining the benefits of a nutritional regimen What is animal that can be stretched for restraint in the same manner as a cat? - ANSWER⬛>>A ferret An African Grey is presented for his annual avian physical examination. You know that this animal has travelled over 20 miles to the office. When observing the bird in his carrier, you note that he's standing on the floor of his cage which means the bird may be exhibiting signs of... - ANSWER⬛>>stress To note any additional problems an animal may have, you should conduct a(n) when interviewing a client. - ANSWER⬛
body systems review What activities describe Auscultation? - ANSWER⬛>>Listening for sounds produced within the body Working for a veterinarian that handles mostly farm animals, you drive out to a farm to assist with a routine physical examination on
several small piglets. What is the best way to catch a small piglet? - ANSWER⬛>>Grasp the piglet's rear leg What is the hardest thing about performing abdominal palpation on a small animal? - ANSWER⬛>>Using enough force to feel organs but not tense the animal You're speaking with the owner of a small, brown Poodle, and ask the question "Where does Cocoa scratch?" This question is a part of Cocoa's.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>integumentary systems review When restraining a dog for a jugular venipuncture, the dog's head should be lifted so the lines of his head and neck slightly exceed a.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>90-degree angle When restraining a horse for a routine veterinary procedure, it's appropriate for the veterinary technician to.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>hold the horse's lead rope During the integumentary examination of a cat, you gently pinch a good handful of skin and time how long it takes for the skin to return to its normal state. This procedure measures pressure. - ANSWER⬛>>Turgor What is the best way to restrain a rabbit? - ANSWER⬛>>Hold the scruff while supporting the hindquarters
What is an example of something that can cause injury in a veterinary setting? - ANSWER⬛>>A staff member fails to recognize an animal's signs of fear and aggression, a staff member lifts a 75- pound animal without assistance, an animal responds to the pain or discomfort of treatment Veterinary professionals regard restraint as the least desirable method because it can mask symptoms and interfere with diagnostic testing. - ANSWER⬛>>chemical True or False? Animals undergoing examination should be restrained with maximum force to make sure that they don't get away. - ANSWER⬛>>False True or False? A leash is an example of manual restraint. - ANSWER⬛>>False A dog shouldn't wear a muzzle if it.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>shows signs of breathing problems or chest injury True or False? The best way to accustom a puppy to wearing a collar is to put a training collar on the puppy and leave it there. - ANSWER⬛ >>False Occluding a vein for venipuncture... - ANSWER⬛>>allows sufficient blood to pool in the venipuncture site
True or False? Whenever possible, always be sure to approach a dog first before it has a chance to approach you. - ANSWER⬛>>False Briefly explain the steps for fashioning a muzzle our of gauze roll bandage. - ANSWER⬛>>1. Tie a large loop in the middle of a large piece of bandage.
- Approaching the dog from the side, slip the loop over the dog's neck.
- Tighten the loop and bring the gauze edges under the dog's neck.
- Cross the ends and pull them behind the dog's neck.
- Tie the ends in a half bow or slip know for quick removal. Name 2 reasons for leading dogs on leashes in a veterinary office. - ANSWER⬛>>1. To aid in restraint
- to prevent animal-to-animal contact in the waiting room What is the minimum weight of a dog requiring two people to lift it? - ANSWER⬛>>50 pounds True or False? A training collar is most appropriate for everyday home use. - ANSWER⬛>>False What is a type of dog restraint you would use to give a routine injection? - ANSWER⬛>>Sitting restraint
When holding a bird, your goal is to make sure that the bird can't , , , or. - ANSWER⬛>>fly, bite, scratch, or become injured True or False? You should pick up a mouse by the very tip of its tail, where it's least likely to hurt. - ANSWER⬛>>False True or False? Since hamsters are nocturnal and sound sleepers, the best time to pick up a hamster is during the day when it's fast asleep.
- ANSWER⬛ >>False True or False? The best way to get a retracted turtle out of its shell is to rub the head opening of the shell lightly with your right index finger. - ANSWER⬛>>False Which animal is a good jumper and escape artist when handling? - ANSWER⬛>>Gerbil What animal do you need to avoid "fur slip" when handling? - ANSWER⬛>>Chinchilla What animal once it bites, it holds on when handling? - ANSWER⬛>>Ferret What animal can you injure its lungs by pressing down on its back and shoulders when handling? - ANSWER⬛>>Guinea Pig
What animal can break its own spine by kicking when handling? - ANSWER⬛>>Rabbit True or False? The correct way to approach a horse is from its left side, speaking reassuringly in low tones, and carefully observing the horse's body language. - ANSWER⬛>>True Most cattle restraint is aimed at restricting the animal's ability to move its. - ANSWER⬛>>head True or False? Horses can't see what's directly in front of them or directly behind them. - ANSWER⬛>>True You must be careful to prevent injury when handling sheep, as they have fragile and thin, delicate skin. - ANSWER⬛>>skeletal systems What restraint device helps place an enclosed animal on its side? - ANSWER⬛>>Casting rope What restraint device keeps a horse's attention on it nose? - ANSWER⬛>>Chain shank What restraint device is one of the oldest and simplest horse restraints that stimulates a horse's nerves? - ANSWER⬛>>Lip twitch
- Grasp the legs closest to your body, lifting up. This will force the goat to its side. True or False? To capture a piglet, try to grab it by its tail to immobilize the animal. - ANSWER⬛>>False Name two reasons for restraining fowl. - ANSWER⬛>>Fowl need to be restrained for vaccination or for blood collection purposes. The least desirable method of restraint for a cat is.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>using a tranquilizer to calm the cat. What should you avoid doing before opening a bird's cage? - ANSWER⬛>>Turning on an exhaust fans so the bird doesn't over heat. The best place to apply a chain twitch to a horse... - ANSWER⬛>>the horse's upper lip When holding a horse for examination, always stand on the.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>same side as the veterinarian Mechanical restraint aids should be cleaned.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>after each use
What is the correct and safest method of picking up a hamster? - ANSWER⬛>>Grasp the loose skin on the back of its neck What animal is restrained correctly by holding it by its rear legs, its head between your knees, its back between your legs, and its front legs touching the ground? - ANSWER⬛>>a small pig receiving an injection For jugular venipuncture, a dog should be restrained.... - ANSWER⬛>>with its forelegs off the table The fatal hold should never be used on.. .. - ANSWER⬛>>overweight cats Rubber-tipped forceps can be used to... - ANSWER⬛ >>transport a gerbil to another cage When returning a rabbit to its cage, it's best to position the animal..
. - ANSWER⬛>>facing toward you so its rear legs go in first You placed a slip leash and collar on a dog, carry the dog to an examination table, and hold the dog in the appropriate positions for examination and treatment. What restraint type have you avoided? - ANSWER⬛>>Chemical restraint A is a long tubular handle with a thick retractable wire inside it. - ANSWER⬛>>Head snare
