finals (what I still need to go over)

Question 1

Physically what is happening during the first heart sound?

Answer 1

Closure of the mitral and tricuspid valves

Question 2

Contraindications for moderate exercise as a part of daily nursing care would be

Answer 2

Cardiovascular or respiratory disease

Question 3

keratitis affects what body structure

Answer 3

cornea

Question 4

The second heart sound typically audible during auscultation (S2) is created by

Answer 4

Closure of the aortic and pulmonic valves

Question 5

what abdominal organs can be
easily palpated in the cranial ventral abdomen?

Answer 5

spleen

Question 6

Which is commonly observed when an animal has Otodectes?

Answer 6

b. crusty dark brown ear exudate
c. scratching at ear

Question 7

lenticular sclerosis affects what body structure

Answer 7

ocular lens (silver, hard covering - not blind)

Question 8

What is the approximate distance (inches) from the vulva to the urethral opening?

Answer 8

1-2 inches

Question 9

What size tube should be used to perform orogastric intubation on an adult 40 lb. dog?

Answer 9

18 F

Question 10

At what age can puppies be weaned from the mother’s milk and/or milk replacer to puppy food only?

Answer 10

4-6 wks

Question 11

If a drug is extremely hypertonic and acidic, the manufacturer would probably indicate that the drug be
administered by which route?

Answer 11

IV

Question 12

The initial triage examination in the hospital includes a brief history, quick examination and target discussion with
the owner(s) and should only take about ______ minutes.

Answer 12

1-2

Question 13

If you are to place a nasoesophageal tube in a cat for supportive care, the length of the tube should be measured from the nose to the

Answer 13

a. 6th rib
b. 1st rib
c. last rib
d. where the stomach can be palpated
e. none of the above
Answer: E

Question 14

socialization period for puppies and kittens

Answer 14

3-16 wks; 2-7 wks

Question 15

applied behavior analysis

Answer 15

antecedent, behavior, consequence

Question 16

classical conditioning

Answer 16

connecting one stimulus with another that already gets a response

Question 17

desensitization

Answer 17

gradual approach to a stimulus

Question 18

juvenile period for dogs and cats

Answer 18

end of socialization to sexual maturity; 5-18 months and 4-10 months

Question 19

3 behavior related tasks

Answer 19

pre-acquisition training
educating the client on history
evaluating non vet referrals (trainers)

Question 20

habituation

Answer 20

response gets weaker overtime

Question 21

sensitization

Answer 21

response gets more intense over time

Question 22

counterconditioning

Answer 22

replacing an already conditioned response

Question 23

nosocomial infection

Answer 23

hospitalized patients acquire this

Question 24

pairing exercises reduces what

Answer 24

fear at visits

Question 25

2 categories behavior meds fall into

Answer 25

baseline or mainstay AND event based or shortterm

Question 26

operant conditioning

Answer 26

consequences drive future behavior

Question 27

nursing plan

Answer 27

gather data prioritize that data make a plan reevaluate gather additional data

Question 28

crepitations

Answer 28

crackling from inflamed lung

Question 29

cardiac arrhythmia

Answer 29

use an ECG to test

Question 30

a complete GI system exam includes

Answer 30

oral cavity pharynx rectum anus

Question 31

rhonchi

Answer 31

gurgling and bubbling when breathing

Question 32

what organs are palpable in dogs and cats

Answer 32

spleen, bladder, intestines for dog; same for cats but add kidney

Question 33

sclera abnormalities

Answer 33

inflammation and icteris

Question 34

lens

Answer 34

focuses light into the retina

Question 35

fever can

Answer 35

elevate eyelids

Question 36

cornea abnormalities

Answer 36

dull, cloudiness, irritaion

Question 37

cataract surgery affects

Answer 37

lens

Question 38

ectropian

Answer 38

outward drooping of lower eyelinds

Question 39

entropian

Answer 39

rolling inward of both eyelids

Question 40

epiphora

Answer 40

overflowing tear tracts

Question 41

serous

Answer 41

yellow/orange

Question 42

puppies and kittens can begin to open their eyes how long after birth

Answer 42

12-14 days

Question 43

pododermatitis

Answer 43

discoloration between toes

Question 44

pustules

Answer 44

raised bumps with puss

Question 45

papules

Answer 45

raised bumps with no puss

Question 46

pruritus

Answer 46

itching

Question 47

lymph nodes

Answer 47

produce and store lymphs and filters

Question 48

lymph nodes you shouldn't be able to palpate

Answer 48

inguinal and axillary

Question 49

lymphadenectasis

Answer 49

change in color or shape of lymph nodes

Question 50

crepitus

Answer 50

cracking in bones

Question 51

toe pinch

Answer 51

assess deep and superficial pain

Question 52

panniculus reflex

Answer 52

pinching skin along the spine looking for skin crawl

Question 53

perineal reflex

Answer 53

touch around anus with forceps and look for a wink

Question 54

isotonic

Answer 54

balanced concentration

Question 55

70 lb dog size stomach tube

Answer 55

foal stomach tube

Question 56

28 lb dog size stomach tube

Answer 56

18 F

Question 57

puppy size stomach tube

Answer 57

12F

Question 58

inspiratory dyspnea

Answer 58

long, slow, inspirations

Question 59

labored breathing

Answer 59

prolonged and deep

Question 60

expiratory dyspnea

Answer 60

increased abdominal effort on expiration

Question 61

increased harsh sounds and crackles

Answer 61

pulmonary edema or contusions

Question 62

decreased dull lung sounds

Answer 62

diaphragmatic hernia, severe pulmonary contusions, pheumothorax

Question 63

life-threatening issues

Answer 63

life-threatening bleeding and respiratory distress

Question 64

cardiopulmonary arrest

Answer 64

cessation of spontaneous respirations and lack of perfusing heart rhythms

Question 65

abdominal palpation

Answer 65

pain, tympany, a fluid wave

Question 66

borborygmi

Answer 66

diaphragmatic hernia

Question 67

side effects of urethral obstruction

Answer 67

strain to urinate become stuporous hypovolemic shock hyperkalemia

Question 68

immediate goals for spinal of orthopedic injuries

Answer 68

maintain perfusion fluids pain meds supportive bandaging wound care