Lesson 2 Flashcards
(47 cards)
What is the primary role of a livestock veterinarian?
To ensure the health and welfare of livestock through medical care and management.
True or False: Livestock veterinarians only work with farm animals.
False
What is the common term for the practice of controlling disease in livestock?
Veterinary epidemiology
Fill in the blank: A veterinarian must have a degree in ________ to practice.
Veterinary medicine
Which of the following is a common disease in cattle?
Bovine respiratory disease
What is the importance of vaccination in livestock management?
It helps prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Name one zoonotic disease that can be transmitted from livestock to humans.
Brucellosis
True or False: Livestock veterinarians are responsible for food safety inspections.
True
What is the primary focus of herd health management?
To optimize the health and productivity of the entire herd.
Which species is primarily affected by foot-and-mouth disease?
Cloven-hoofed animals
What does the term ‘biosecurity’ refer to in livestock management?
Measures taken to prevent the introduction and spread of diseases.
Fill in the blank: The primary reproductive hormone in cattle is ________.
Progesterone
What is the role of a veterinary technician in livestock practice?
To assist veterinarians in medical procedures and animal care.
Which method is commonly used for diagnosing diseases in livestock?
Laboratory testing
True or False: Antibiotics can be used to treat viral infections in livestock.
False
What is the significance of animal welfare in livestock veterinary practice?
It ensures ethical treatment and management of animals.
Name a common parasitic infection in sheep.
Liver fluke
What does the acronym ‘BSE’ stand for in veterinary medicine?
Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy
Fill in the blank: The term ‘culling’ refers to ________.
Removing animals from the herd due to health or productivity issues.
Which vaccine is commonly administered to prevent clostridial diseases in cattle?
7-way clostridial vaccine
What is the purpose of a pre-purchase veterinary examination?
To assess the health and soundness of an animal before purchase.
True or False: Livestock veterinarians can prescribe medication without a veterinary-client-patient relationship.
False
What is the primary treatment for ketosis in dairy cows?
Glucose or propylene glycol administration
Name one common management practice to prevent mastitis in dairy cows.
Proper milking techniques