physical exam (wed)

Question 1

degrees of tartar and gingivitis is graded on scale

Answer 1

from 1+ to 4+ (mild to severe)

Question 2

during dental exam, note for

Answer 2

gum color and presence of halitosis

Question 3

teeth that may be missed on a dental exam

Answer 3

molars

Question 4

bell of stethoscope

Answer 4

for low frequency sounds, use light pressure on chest wall (smaller portion)

Question 5

diaphragm of stethoscope

Answer 5

for high frequency sounds, use firm pressure on chest wall (larger portion)

Question 6

if a animal is panting during auscultation, what can you do?

Answer 6

you can close their mouth, but should only be done based on situation

Question 7

why do you palpate an abdomen?

Answer 7

to feel most of the internal organs and detect any abnormalities

Question 8

orthopedic exam

Answer 8

usually performed by veterinarian; but look for problems on all tech exams

look for symmetry, swelling, pain, abnormal gait, and skin lesions

Question 9

cataracts are how likely in diabetic pets?

Answer 9

near 100%, very likely

Question 10

whats another description for jaundice?

Answer 10

icteric

Question 11

Cushing’s is what?

Answer 11

hypERadrenocorticism

Question 12

Addison’s is what?

Answer 12

hyPOadrenocorticism

Question 13

what does the pineal gland act as in iguanas?

Answer 13

a third eye - senses movement