Certification Review Flashcards by Ashlynn Schuett

Animal identification is a management practice which aids in biosecurity control. To which of the following animals would this management practice most likely apply?
A. Pig
B. Dog
C. Cat
D. Rabbit

A. Pig

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Which of the following type of hormones helps the body prepare for conception and pregnancy?
A. Estrogen
B. Testosterone
C. Epinephrine
D. Progesterone

D. Progesterone

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A guide dog would be an example of which of the following?
A. Working animal
B. Food production animals
C. Non-domestic animal
D. Endangered animal

A. Working animal

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In regards to research animals, which of the following is NOT a guarantee set forth by the Animal Welfare Act?
A. Veterinary care
B. Anesthesia or pain relievers
C. Entertainment apparatuses
D. Opportunity for exercise daily

C. Entertainment apparatuses

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Which chamber of the heart has the thickest muscular wall?
A. Right atrium
B. Left atrium
C. Right ventricle
D. Left ventricle

D. Left ventricle

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Which of the following is also known as a hemostat?
A. Needle holder
B. Clamping forceps
C. Scalpel
D. Tubes

B. Clamping forceps

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Which of the following species is considered a hindgut-fermenter?
A. Dog
B. Cat
C. Sheep
D. Horse

D. Horse

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Which of the following is considered the ‘master gland’ of the endocrine system?
A. Pituitary gland
B. Hypothalamus
C. Medulla
D. Adrenal gland

A. Pituitary gland

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Your veterinarian prescribed a dose of medication for your pig which is 1 mL/20 lbs. Your pig currently weighs 100 lbs. How many milliliters should you give your pig?
A. 1 mL
B. 2 mL
C. 5 mL
D. 10 mL

D. 10 mL

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Which of the following organizations identifies the minimum standards required to enter the veterinarian profession and to remain in practice?
A. American Veterinarian Medical Association
B. American Association of Veterinary State Boards
C. Veterinarian Practice Association
D. Board of Veterinary Medicine

B. American Association of Veterinary State Boards

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After an injury, what generally happens to blood platelets?
A. They increase
B. They decrease
C. They stay the same
D. They die

A. They increase

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While examining your dog during his annual physical exam, the veterinarian palpates his belly in order to check for which of the following?
A. Enlarged organs
B. Dehydration
C. Elevated heart rate
D. Anemia

A. Enlarged organs

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Ring worm, avian influenza and West Nile virus are classified as which of the following type of disease?
A. Bacterial
B. Zoonotic
C. Parasitic
D. Protozoal

B. Zoonotic

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The process of lifting and folding the skin of the animal prior to giving a subcutaneous injection is called which of the following?
A. Tenting
B. Aspirating
C. Injecting
D. Vaccinating

A. Tenting

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Antibiotics are most effective on which of the following types of diseases and/or infections?
A. Bacterial
B. Viruses
C. Allergies
D. Fungal

A. Bacterial

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The normal urine pH level for your cat is 6.5. This level would be considered to be which of the following?
A. Neutral
B. Mildly acidic
C. Alkaline
D. Mildly alkaline

B. Mildly acidic

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Prescription drugs are sometimes referred to as which of the following?
A. Extralabel
B. Legend
C. Analgesics
D. Common

B. Legend

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Which of the following is a deficiency of red blood cells and hemoglobin in the blood?
A. Hypothermia
B. Anemia
C. Arrhythmia
D. Hyperthermia

B. Anemia

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Which of the following is the process of eliminating or killing bacteria and other living organisms?
A. Lubrication
B. Sterilization
C. Washing
D. Cleaning

B. Sterilization

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Which of the following describes dyspnea?
A. Hypothermia
B. Anemia
C. Arrhythmia
D. Labored breathing

D. Labored breathing

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Which of the following prefixes means ‘above’?
A. Sub
B. Peri
C. Post
D. Supra

D. Supra

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A cat’s pulse was measured at 120 beats per minute. How many beats did the veterinarian count during the 15 second measuring interval?
A. 20
B. 30
C. 40
D. 50

B. 30

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In wound care, which of the follow is defined as the removal of dead tissue?

A. Debridement
B. Enema
C. Prophylaxis
D. Trimming

A. Debridement

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The packed cell volume illustrated in the blood sample provided is an indication of which of the following conditions?

A. Dehydration
B. Diarrhea
C. Anemia
D. Polycythemia

C. Anemia

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Using the word bank, label the following parts of the canine reproductive tract. Ovary Ureter Uterine body Uterine horn

The drug concentration of a medication is 250 milligrams per 10 milliliters. Based on the weight of the animal, the veterinarian determined he should receive a concentration of 225 milligrams. How many milliliters of medication should you give the animal? A. 8 mL B. 9 mL C. 10 mL D. 1.1mL

B. 9 mL

Using the word bank, label the illustration with the appropriate directional terminology. Caudal Cranial Distal Proximal

Use the number line to find what is the average pulse rate for a dog?

Which of the following carries deoxygenated blood? A. Pulmonary vein B. Aorta C. Pulmonary artery D. Coronary artery

C. Pulmonary artery

Which of the following common veterinary medical equipment is represented in the picture? A. Catheter B. Cannula C. Endoscope D. Trachea tube

C. Endoscope

A very strong ammonia smell to an animal’s urine could indicate which of the following? A. Bleeding in the urinary tract B. Bacterial infection in the urinary tract C. Dehydration D. Intestinal parasites

B. Bacterial infection in the urinary tract

Caroline’s cat was prescribed an antibiotic for an infection. However, the cat continued to have the same symptoms and remained ill. What is likely the reason for the antibiotic being ineffective in this instance? A. The infection was viral B. The infection was bacterial

A. The infection was viral

Veterinarian Sam orally administered a drug to Tara’s dog. The medicine will have to first be dissolved in the animal’s gastric/intestinal fluids before entering systemic circulation. This is due to which of the following factors? A. Effective medication B. Drug absorption C. Bioavailability D. Passive diffusion

C. Bioavailability

When a newborn kangaroo is born, he will crawl into the mother’s pouch and begin nursing. This is a result of which of the following animal behavioral responses? A. Genetics B. Adaptation C. Instinct D. Pheromones

C. Instinct

Which of the following veins is located near the thigh or hind leg? A. Jugular vein B. Lateral saphenous vein C. Cephalic vein D. Pulmonary vein

B. Lateral saphenous vein

The illustration is an example of a dog in which of the following positions? A. Lateral recumbency B. Dorsal recumbency C. Ventral recumbency D. Sternal recumbency

A. Lateral recumbency

Using the word bank, label the lymph node locations. Inguinal Prescapular Popliteal Submandibula

If an animal is determined to have “red dirt,” then he/she most likely has which of the following? A. Fleas B. Mites C. Ticks D. Mange

A. Fleas

Which of the following was signed and enacted to prohibit the illegal trade of fish or wild animals which were taken, processed, transported or sold in violation of any law, treaty or regulation of the United States? A. The 28 Hour Law B. Endangered Species Act C. The Lacey Act D. Animal Welfare Act

C. The Lacey Act

Which of the following can be used on cattle to restrain their head? A. Twitch B. Nose Tong C. Muzzle D. Net

B. Nose Tong

Veterinary assistant Shane is performing pre-surgical care. Before the IV catheter can be placed in the cephalic vein, what should Shane do first? A. Clip and clean the forelimb B. Nothing C. Numb the forelimb D. Draw blood from the forelimb

A. Clip and clean the forelimb

Using the word bank, label the following parts of the pig. Cannon Hock Rump Shoulder Blade

Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for the ___________ of society through the protection of _____________ and welfare, the prevention and _______ of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the ____________ of medical knowledge. advancement animal health benefit relief

Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of society through the protection of animal health and welfare, the prevention and relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the advancement of medical knowledge.

Match the term with the correct definition using the word bank provided below. Aggregation Pheromones Trail Pheromones Alarm Pheromones Epideictic Pheromones Promote the cohesion of animals Lead to food sources, new colonies and prey animals to kill Regulate populations density Warn animals of possible danger

Aggregation Pheromones - Promote the cohesion of animals Trail Pheromones - Lead to food sources, new colonies and prey animals to kill Alarm Pheromones - Warn animals of possible danger Epideictic Pheromones - Regulate populations density

Rank the following functions of the digestive system in correct order, from beginning to end. ___ Absorption ___ Digestion ___ Excretion ___ Ingestion ___ Mechanical processing ___ Secretion

5 Absorption 3 Digestion 6 Excretion 1 Ingestion 2 Mechanical processing 4 Secretion

Match the following terms to the correct definition using the word bank provided below. Erythrocytes, carry oxygen from the lungs Leukocytes, defend the body from invading organisms Liquid portion, transports other blood components Thrombocytes, responsible for clotting Plasma Platelets Red blood cells White blood cells

Erythrocytes, carry oxygen from the lungs - Red blood cells Leukocytes, defend the body from invading organisms - White blood cells Liquid portion, transports other blood components -Plasma Thrombocytes, responsible for clotting - Platelets

Place the following steps of drawing medication in order. _____ Point the needle upwards to allow any air bubbles in the barrel to rise to the top. Then slowly push the plunger to eject the air bubbles. _____ Poke the needle through the rubber cap of the medicine bottle. _____ Remove the cap from the needle. _____ Raise the medicine bottle up almost vertically above the syringe and slowly pull back on the plunger until you have the desired amount of medicine in the syringe. _____ Remove the aluminum cap, if not already removed, from the top of the medicine bottle. _____ With the plunger, push the air in the barrel of the syringe into the medicine bottle. _____ Lower the bottle and slowly remove the needle. _____ Draw, or pull back, the plunger to the desired amount of medicine you wish to fill the syringe, filling the barrel with air.

8 Point the needle upwards to allow any air bubbles in the barrel to rise to the top. Then slowly push the plunger to eject the air bubbles. 4 Poke the needle through the rubber cap of the medicine bottle. 2 Remove the cap from the needle. 6 Raise the medicine bottle up almost vertically above the syringe and slowly pull back on the plunger until you have the desired amount of medicine in the syringe. 1 Remove the aluminum cap, if not already removed, from the top of the medicine bottle. 5 With the plunger, push the air in the barrel of the syringe into the medicine bottle. 7 Lower the bottle and slowly remove the needle. 3 Draw, or pull back, the plunger to the desired amount of medicine you wish to fill the syringe, filling the barrel with air.

Match the following animal research founders with their applicable research accomplishment using the word bank provided below. First to divide organisms into two categories- plants and animals Created the Theory of Evolution Developed the rabies vaccine Contributed to the discovery of homeostasis First to evaluate conditioned responses leading to the study of behaviorism Used mice to produce the first transgenic mammal Aristotle Bernard Darwin Jaenisch Pasteur Pavlov

Aristotle - First to divide organisms into two categories- plants and animals Darwin - Created the Theory of Evolution Pasteur - Developed the rabies vaccine Bernard - Contributed to the discovery of homeostasis Pavlov - First to evaluate conditioned responses leading to the study of behaviorism Jaenisch - Used mice to produce the first transgenic mammal

Match the body system with its function(s) within the body using the word bank provided below. Protects the body from infection Retains body fluids, protects against disease, eliminates waste products and regulates body temperature Transports oxygen, hormones and nutrients to body tissues Functions in movement of the body or of materials through the body Protects and supports the body tissues and internal organs Breaks down food in order to absorb nutrients to maintain body function Secretes hormones to help integrate and control bodily metabolic activity Regulates the body's responses to internal and external stimuli Functions in the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between an organism and its environment Circulatory System Digestive System Endocrine System Immune System Integumentary System Muscular System Nervous System Respiratory System Skeletal System

Protects the body from infection - Immune System Retains body fluids, protects against disease, eliminates waste products and regulates body temperature - Integumentary System Transports oxygen, hormones and nutrients to body tissues - Circulatory System Functions in movement of the body or of materials through the body - Muscular System Protects and supports the body tissues and internal organs - Skeletal System Breaks down food in order to absorb nutrients to maintain body function - Digestive System Secretes hormones to help integrate and control bodily metabolic activity - Endocrine System Regulates the body's responses to internal and external stimuli - Nervous System Functions in the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between an organism and its environment - Respiratory System

Which tool should be used to assist a cow that is severely bloated? A. Catheter B. Syringe C. Cannula D. Endoscope

C. Cannula

Which of the following is a word which has two or more roots? A. Compound word B. Combining form C. Root word D. Prefix

A. Compound word

Which agency requires appropriate warning or identification signs within a veterinarian office? A. USDA B. OSHA C. AVMA D. FDA

B. OSHA

Who enforces the Controlled Substances Act of 1970? A. DEA B. FDA C. USDA D. OSHA

A. DEA

Which veterinary medical tool is pictured? A. Endoscope B. Laryngascope C. Trachea Tubes D. IV Tubes

C. Trachea Tubes

Which animal would most likely be used for studying the drug's effect on the most common ocular diseases? A. Swine B. Canines C. Rabbits D. Snakes

C. Rabbits

Which of the following is another name for food production animals? A. Tamed B. Grazing C. Working D. Livestock

D. Livestock

Which of the following would be considered a working animal? A. Cattle B. Guide Dog C. Hamster D. Zebra

B. Guide Dog

For the last 50 years, the Three Rs have been used by scientists before conducting any experiments in order to protect the welfare of animals. The Three Rs include all of the following Except: A. Refinement B. Reduction C. Replacement D. Replication

D. Replication

Name of the world's largest animal rights organization that was founded in 1980: A. HSUS B. NAIA C. ASPCA D. PETA

D. PETA

For horses and cattle, which vein is used for intravenous injections? A. Caudal B. Jugular C. Saphenous D. Pulmonary

B. Jugular

Define dyspnea.

labored breathing

Where should an intramuscular (IM) injection be given in cattle and horses? A. triangular area of the neck B. triangular area of the shoulder C. triangular area of the forearm D. triangular area of the hindquarter

A. triangular area of the neck

Define cryptorchid.

a condition where one or both testicles fail to descend into the scrotum

Where is the most accurate place to read an animal's temperature?

Rectum

Define Dystocia.

difficulty giving birth; could lead to the need for a C-Section

When caring for a wound, what term is used for removal of dead tissue? A. Enema B. Shearing C. Debridement D. Lancing

C. Debridement

How long should hands be scrubbed when properly washing your hands?

at least 20 seconds

Sterilization

the process of eliminating or killing bacteria and other living organisms

Ammonia in dog's urine could be a sign of what kind of infection? A. Parasitic B. Viral C. Bacterial D. Fungal

C. Bacterial

In animals, what color are healthy gums?

pink

When the veterinarian palpates a dogs abdomen during an exam, what is he feeling for? A. heart beat B. enlarged organs C. elevated heart rate D. hypothermia

B. enlarged organs

Ophthalmascope

used to examine the eyes

Pinocytosis

cell membrane surrounds and engulfs liquid particles; also known as "cell drinking"

Phagocytosis

occurs when the cell membrane surrounds and engulfs solid particles; also known as "cell eating"

Fecal Examination

is performed to examine the stool for the presence of internal parasites like roundworms, hookworms, whipworms and coccidia

Loading dose

initial dose given to establish a therapeutic range

therapeutic dose

drug concentration within the body to produce the desired effect in the animal with no signs of toxicity

maintenance dose

dose which maintains or keeps the drug in therapeutic range

total daily dose

total amount of the drug given within 24 hours

ADME

Absorption Distribution Metabolism Excretion

Who was Fred Meyers?

one of the four people who formed the Humane Society of the United States

Another name for Pet Purchase Protection Laws: A. Lemon Laws B. Pet Laws C. No Purchase Laws D. Lime Laws

A. Lemon Laws

The Animal Welfare Act guarantees research animals all of the following except: A. veterinary care B. anesthesia or pain relievers C. opportunity to exercise daily D. only have access to food once a day

D. only have access to food once a day

What are autoclaves used for?

decontaminates and sterilizes surgical instruments using heat, steam and pressure above boiling temperature to clean.

Anyone handling radiography equipment should be wearing:

a lead apron and lead gloves

What is the name of the middle layer of skin? A. dermis B. epidermis C. hypodermis D. keratin

A. dermis

Veins

are vessels which carry blood towards the heart from body tissues

What is the name of the "Fight or Flight" hormone?

Norepinephrine

Progesterone

the hormone that is produced in the ovaries and helps the body prepare for conception and pregnancy

Imprinting

is rapid learning which occurs during a brief receptive period, often right after birth or hatching is irreversible

Nose tongs can be used to restrain which species?

cattle

Zoonotic diseases

can be transmitted from animal to humans; examples: rabies, avian influenza, west nile virus

Hypoxemia

physical blockage of the respiratory tract

Hypovolemic shock

caused by the body losing a severe amount of blood or fluids

When preparing for and placing an IV catheter:

clip and clean the area

Removing endotracheal tubes

patient must be awake enough to swallow prior to removal to prevent aspiration; removing the IV catheter once patient is able to sit on chest

Spay

female specific term for removal of ovaries and uterus

Pharmacodynamics

study of the biochemical and physiological effects of drugs and their actions

NSAIDS

non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Which of the following is not an external parasite? A. Fleas B. Ticks C. Mites D. Roundworm

D. Roundworm

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