Questions 124-150 Flashcards
(27 cards)
what is a key focus in the control of populations of external parasites?
reducing the offspring or future generations of the parasites
horse flies reproduce where?
in or near water
which organization regulates all animal biological products imported into the united states or shipped across state lines?
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
what is the purpose of administering biological products to animals?
to minimize shedding of infectious microorganisms
what is colostrum, and why is it important for newborn animals?
it is the first milk produced by female animals, providing temporary local immunity
what is the primary purpose of disinfectants?
to destroy pathogenic microorganisms on inanimate surfaces
which class of disinfectants is effective when applied to clean, hard surfaces, has acceptable odors, and is non-irritating?
quaternary ammonium
what is the purpose of using rubber gloves when handling disinfectants?
to avoid skin irritation caused by the irritating properties of disinfectants
what is the term for the accumulation of body fat exceeding the amount needed for optimal body function?
obesity
what is the main purpose of using commercially available pet foods that are complete and balanced in nutrition?
to minimize nutritional deficiencies
true or false: a number of important skeletal diseases result from pet owners feeding their animals improperly
true
quarantine means:
isolating or removing animals to lower the risk of disease spreading
surgical scissors are:
all of the above: straight, curved, blunt
a surgical cut made into a tissue or organ is called a what?
incision
true or false: patient preparation should be preformed in an area other than on the surgery table?
true
which is true about anesthesia
all of the above
if the operation is going to be aseptic, it is wanted but not necessary to wear sterile surgical gloves
false
to prepare your hands for surgery, you should:
all of the above
one purpose of the USDA-APHIS-VS is to set guidelines for:
interstate travel of animals
the most frequent way cattle get infected with brucella bacteria is:
through the mouth
rabies inflames the:
brain
avian influenza is caused by a ___ that affects many species of birds?
virus
to protect animals from vesicular stomatitis, you should do all of the following except:
use the same bucket to feed and water so the animals are all consuming the same thing
producers whose animals are found to contain violative drug residues may be held legally responsible
true
