Final Exam Flashcards
Which animal is most likely to be infected with the organism that causes Q-fever?
Sheep
Which of the following statements best describes the Guide?
A- the Guide is the primary source of standards and guidelines for laboratory animal care and us in the US
B- the Guide is a document that is helpful, but not necessary, to manage animal care and use programs
C- the Guide is the only set of regulations that anima, Care and use programs in the Us must follow
D- the guid is used by the USDA to enforce their regulations
A- the guid is the primary source of standards and guidelines for laboratory animal care and use in the US
To identify a subclinical disease, it is necessary to do what type of testing?
Diagnostic
Which of the following documents are you required to study for your ALAT certification exam?
A- PHS Policy
B- Guide for the Care and Use of laboratory animals
C- AVMA Guidelines on Euthanasia
D- good laboratory practice
B- Guide for the Care and Use of laboratory animals
Which member of the research team prepares the protocol?
Principal investigator
Which of following is a common route of administration for delivering a drug to mice? A- intradermal B- epidural C- intraperitoneal D- intramuscular
C- intraperitoneal
How many millimeters are in a centimeter?
10
According to the animal welfare at, which of the following persons is a required member of an IACUC?
A- Public member representing the community
B- senior administrator
C- veterinary technician
D- laboratory animal technologist
A- Public member representing the community
What should be worn in the facility to distinguish authorized personnel and visitors from unauthorized individuals?
An identification badge
Another term for gnotobiotic is:
Defined flora
What precaution can be taken to prevent a gas cylinder from becoming a dangerous projectile?
Secure the cylinder to prevent it from falling
During your rounds, you come across an NHP that has escaped from its cage and is climbing and jumping inside the animal room. What should you Do?
Make sure the animal room door is closed, then tell your supervisor immediately
What does sterilization do?
Destroys all organisms on, and sometimes inside, an object
What is the common name for Danio rerio?
Zebrafish
What are the two main methods of euthanasia?
Chemical and physical
According to USDA regulations, what form of identification must cast and dogs have?
A tattoo or a collar
What is the main concern if a chemical solution that is too dilute is used?
Cleaning may not be as effective as necessary
When was the Animal Welfare Act enacted in the US?
1966
Which if the following are signs of aggression in a macaque?
Showing the teeth or direct staring
What is the best solution to remove the residue left by dried urine on cage surfaces?
A descaler
Which is not a factor affecting the amount of time needed for acclimation and conditioning?
A- the species
B- how the animals were transported to the facility
C- the intended use of the new animals
D- the number of animals that arrived together
D- the number of animals that arrived together
What indicates that hazardous materials are being used in a particular part of the animal facility?
Warning signs
What is the scientific name of the domestic sheep?
Ovis aries
Which if the following statements describes Class A animal dealers?
A- dealers whose breed their own animals and sell them
B- dealers who purchase random source animals and re-sell them
C- dealers who purchase animal parts, blood, antibodies, and re-sell them
D- dealers who breed laboratory mice and rats and sell them
A- dealers who breed their own animals and sell them
