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What are the risks associated with raw diets for pets?

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High risk of bacterial contamination, may pass bacteria to humans, often incomplete and unbalanced unless from reputable companies.

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Define a closed fracture.

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Skin around fracture remains intact.

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What is an open fracture also known as?

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Compound fracture.

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Describe Grade I open fracture.

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Small puncture hole in the skin, bone broke through skin but is no longer exposed, minimal soft tissue damage.

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What characterizes a Grade II open fracture?

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Large puncture or tear in the skin, evident soft tissue damage and external trauma.

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What are the features of a Grade III open fracture?

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Large tears, possible loss of skin, severe bone fragmentation, bone is exposed.

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When can fractures be life-threatening?

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When involving the skull or vertebral fractures or large amounts of blood loss.

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Why is understanding nutrition important for RVTs?

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Nutrition is key to animal health but can be difficult to navigate due to misinformation and marketing.

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What is the purpose of laser therapy?

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Stimulates tissues for therapeutic effects, decreases pain and inflammation, improves healing.

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List types of massage.

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  • Shiatsu
  • Trigger point
  • Sports massage
  • TTEAM
  • Swedish
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What happens during the bone repair phase 1?

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Inflammatory response, blood cells flood the area, blood vessels constrict, clot forms.

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What defines an articular fracture?

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Fracture involving a joint surface.

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What does foul odor indicate in a wound?

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Tissue damage.

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Describe bone healing phase 2.

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Cells transform into chondroblasts and osteoblasts, creating cartilage and bone, forming a fracture callus.

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What is a Type V articular fracture?

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A compression fracture of the growth plate.

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What is the principle behind homeopathy?

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Like cures like.

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What are the roles of RVTs in acupuncture?

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  • Chart acupuncture sites used
  • Remove and count needles
  • Occasionally restrain/calm patient
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List pain medications for amputation patients.

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  • Epidural anesthesia preoperatively
  • Fentanyl patches
  • Injectable analgesics (opioids/NSAIDs)
  • CRIs
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What do probiotics do?

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Balance the natural GI flora, aids in digestion and nutrient absorption.

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What is the main purpose of bandaging?

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Management of soft tissue injuries and stabilization of bone and joint injuries.

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Identify the layers of a bandage.

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  • Primary/Contact layer
  • Secondary/Intermediate layer
  • Tertiary/Holding and Protective layer
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What is effleurage in Swedish massage?

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Gliding strokes used to promote relaxation.

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What should be exposed in a bandaged limb?

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The middle 2 toes for assessment of color, warmth, and swelling.

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What is a Robert Jones bandage used for?

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Temporary immobilization of fractures distal to the elbow or stifle before surgery.

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What is the purpose of the Ehmer sling?
To maintain the head of the femur in the acetabulum.
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What are contraindications for laser therapy?
* Carcinoma * Pregnancy * Malignancy * Locally injected medications * Precautions over thyroid gland, testicles, hemorrhage, and active epiphysis
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What is BARF in the context of pet diets?
Biologically appropriate raw food.
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What is the benefit of an underwater treadmill for dogs?
Provides controlled exercise without the panic of not touching the bottom.
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What does chiropractic therapy aim to correct?
Subluxation.
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What is a common example of a nutraceutical?
Glucosamine.
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What is essential for a successful outcome when a patient is seen by a homeopathic practitioner?
A clear and detailed history ## Footnote Must be aware of all symptoms to treat properly. Full physical exam and past medical history are also important.
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What does holistic medicine focus on?
A 'whole animal' approach to health care ## Footnote Focuses on wellness as an ongoing process with variability in the state of health.
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What are examples of nutraceuticals?
* Glucosamine * Shark and bovine cartilage * Taurine * L-Carnitine * Vitamins * Essentially fatty acids
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What must the patient and people in the room wear during laser therapy?
Protective eye equipment
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What occurs in Phase 1 of bone repair?
Reactive phase ## Footnote Blood cells flood the scene due to hemorrhage, inflammatory response. Blood vessels contract and blood forms a clot.
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What is created by chondroblasts during Phase 2 of bone repair?
Cartilage ## Footnote Cells proximal to the fracture gap develop into chondroblasts.
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What is the outcome of Phase 3 in bone repair?
Fracture area regains its size, shape, and strength ## Footnote Osteoclasts work to undo fracture callus as osteoblasts replace it with compact bone.
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What do probiotics help balance?
The natural GI flora ## Footnote They allow the body to digest and absorb nutrients and prevent growth of bad bacteria.
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What is dry needling?
The most common type of acupuncture
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What should be assumed for all fracture patients?
They are in pain ## Footnote Ensure adequate pain management is delivered ASAP.
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What is the first thing to do with any trauma patient?
Stabilize them
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What is a risk associated with external fixation fracture repairs?
More likely to get infected
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What risk is associated with raw diets?
High risk of bacterial contamination ## Footnote An example of a bacteria found in raw meat is salmonella.
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What is kinesiology tape commonly used for?
In horses

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