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Which of the following sites is recommended for a rabies vaccination in a cat?
Right rear leg
During blood collection, the amount of negative pressure applied to aspirate the blood into the syringe must not be excessive, as this may
result in hemolysis of red blood cells.
Which of the following is true regarding subcutaneous injections?
Large volumes of fluid are usually administered under the loose skin along the dorsal portion of the neck and back
If the initial venipuncture attempt on a peripheral vein is unsuccessful, reinsert the needle _________ previous entry site.
proximal to the
Where is the lateral saphenous vein located?
Superficially on the lateral surface of the skin over the distal tibia
Topical application of creams (e.g., EMLA cream, lidocaine, prilocaine) desensitizes the skin so that a venipuncture is more comfortable for the patient. Ideally, the topical anesthetic should be in contact with the skin for ____________________________ to reach its maximal effectiveness.
30 to 60 minutes
When performing a cystocentesis,
Release negative aspiration pressure on the plunger of the syringe before withdrawing the needle.
What is the expected change in the arterial blood gas if air bubbles are not removed from the sample or if the sample is not capped?
Decreased PaCO2
Once the needle has been inserted for a subcutaneous injection, the syringe plunger is retracted slightly, and the needle hub is checked for blood prior to giving the injection. If blood appears in the hub
the needle should be withdrawn and reinserted in another location.
Intravenous (IV) injection is used for drugs or fluids that
All are correct.
When performing a cystocentesis, the patient can be in any of the following positions except
sternal recumbency.
What is the percent oxygen in inspired room air?
21%
Which of the following is a contraindication for jugular venipuncture?
A coagulopathy since hemorrhage at this site cannot be easily controlled with digital pressure.
Four general categories of IV access devices are available; which is not considered one?
Under-the-needle (UTN) catheter
If the patient needs both an ophthalmic solution and an ointment,
If the patient needs both an ophthalmic solution and an ointment,
What is an advantage of the inverted technique for jugular venipuncture?
Vigorous struggling causing injury can be minimized in small pets using this technique.
What is the maximum volume that should be administered by intramuscular injection in a cat?
2.0 mL
Where is one drop of capillary blood most easily collected by owners for blood glucose determination in cats?
On the haired back of the ear between the marginal ear vein and the outer edge of the ear
Why should intramuscular injections at the area of the caudal thigh be directed lateral to the body of the muscle?
To prevent damage to the sciatic nerve
What does tissue swelling distal to an IV catheter bandage usually indicate?
An overly tight bandage
Which of the following is not a common blood vessel used for intravenous injections?
Dorsal pedal vein
Where is the cephalic vein located?
Superficially on the anterior surface of the thoracic limb below the elbow
Which of the following is important when administering medications intravenously?
Once the needle is in the vein, aspirate a small amount of blood into the needle hub to confirm intravenous placement of the needle.
A normotensive, normovolemic patient with intact renal function should produce ___________ of urine per kilogram of body weight per hour.
1 to 2 mL
