Terminology

Question 1

General Terms
Veterinarian (Vet)

Answer 1

A medical professional who diagnoses and treats animals.

Question 2

General Terms
Vet Tech (Veterinary Technician)

Answer 2

A trained professional who assists veterinarians in providing medical care.

Question 3

General Terms
Veterinary Assistant

Answer 3

A person who supports veterinary staff but does not have formal technical training.

Question 4

General Terms
Receptionist

Answer 4

Front desk staff who handle appointments, billing, and customer service.

Question 5

Animal Terms
Canine

Answer 5

Dog

Question 6

Animal Terms
Feline

Answer 6

Cat

Question 7

Animal Terms
Equine

Answer 7

Horse

Question 8

Animal Terms
Bovine

Answer 8

Cow

Question 9

Animal Terms
Caprine

Answer 9

Goat

Question 10

Animal Terms
Porchine

Answer 10

Pig

Question 11

Animal Terms
Avian

Answer 11

Bird

Question 12

Animal Terms
Exotics

Answer 12

Non-traditional pets (e.g., reptiles,small mammals,amphibians)

Question 13

Animal Terms
herd

Answer 13

Group of animals, often used with livestock

Question 14

Animal Terms
Pack

Answer 14

A group of dogs

Question 15

Animal Terms
Pride

Answer 15

A group of lions

Question 16

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms
Diagnosis

Answer 16

Identifying a disease or condition based on symptoms and tests.

Question 17

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms
Prognosis

Answer 17

The likely outcome or course of a disease

Question 18

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms
Symptom

Answer 18

Observable signs of a disease or condition.

Question 19

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms
Clinical Signs

Answer 19

Objective symptoms of a disease seen by the vet.

Question 20

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms
Acute

Answer 20

A disease or condition that comes on suddenly and is often severe.

Question 21

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms
Chronic

Answer 21

A disease or condition that lasts for a long period of time.

Question 22

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms
Subclinical

Answer 22

A disease or condition that doesn’t present obvious symptoms.

Question 23

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms
Lethargy

Answer 23

Fatigue or sluggishness.

Question 24

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms
Anorexia

Answer 24

Loss of appetite.

Question 25

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms Pyrexia

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Fever

Question 26

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms Dysphagia

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Difficulty swallowing.

Question 27

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms Hemorrhage

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Bleeding

Question 28

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms Edema

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Swelling due to fluid accumulation.

Question 29

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms Bacteremia

Answer 29

Presence of bacteria in the bloodstream.

Question 30

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms Sepsis

Answer 30

A life-threatening infection in the body

Question 31

Clinical and Diagnostic Terms Parasites

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Organisms that live on or in another organism, like worms or fleas

Question 32

Surgical & Treatment Terminology Surgical Site Infection (SSI)

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An infection that occurs at the location of a surgical procedure.

Question 33

Surgical & Treatment Terminology Spaying

Answer 33

The surgical removal of a female animal's ovaries and uterus (also called ovariohysterectomy).

Question 34

Surgical & Treatment Terminology Neutering (Castration)

Answer 34

The removal of a male animal’s testicles.

Question 35

Surgical & Treatment Terminology Orthopedic

Answer 35

Relating to bones and joints.

Question 36

Surgical & Treatment Terminology Anesthesia

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Drugs or agents used to induce sleep or numb an area for surgery.

Question 37

Surgical & Treatment Terminology Incision

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A surgical cut made to access the body during surgery.

Question 38

Surgical & Treatment Terminology Biopsy

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The removal of tissue for diagnostic examination.

Question 39

Surgical & Treatment Terminology Vaccination

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Administration of a vaccine to prevent disease.

Question 40

Surgical & Treatment Terminology Deworming

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The administration of medication to treat intestinal parasites.

Question 41

Surgical & Treatment Terminology Euthanasia

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The humane killing of an animal to end suffering.

Question 42

Medical Treatments Antibiotics

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Medications used to treat bacterial infections.

Question 43

Medical Treatments Antifungal

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Medications used to treat fungal infections.

Question 44

Medical Treatments Analgesics

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Pain relief medications.

Question 45

Medical Treatments Sedatives

Answer 45

Drugs that calm or relax an animal.

Question 46

Medical Treatments Steroids

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Drugs used to reduce inflammation.

Question 47

Medical Treatments Insulin

Answer 47

Hormone used to regulate blood sugar in diabetic animals.

Question 48

Medical Treatments Fluid Therapy

Answer 48

Administration of fluids to rehydrate or support bodily functions.

Question 49

Diagnostic Tests CBC (Complete Blood Count)

Answer 49

A blood test to check for various health indicators like red blood cell count, white blood cell count, etc.

Question 50

Diagnostic Tests Chemistry Panel

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A test that measures glucose, proteins, electrolytes, and kidney/liver enzymes.

Question 51

Diagnostic Tests Urinalysis

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A test of urine to evaluate kidney function, hydration status, and infection.

Question 52

Diagnostic Tests X-rays (Radiographs)

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Imaging used to diagnose bone fractures, tumors, and other internal conditions.

Question 53

Diagnostic Tests Ultrasound

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Imaging technique that uses sound waves to view internal organs.

Question 54

Diagnostic Tests Endoscopy

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A procedure using a camera to examine the inside of the body.

Question 55

Diagnostic Test Fecal Exam

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A test to check for parasites in stool samples.

Question 56

Emergency & Critical Care CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

Answer 56

Emergency procedure to restart the heart and lungs.

Question 57

Emergency & Critical Care Shock

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A critical condition where the body’s organs do not get enough blood flow.

Question 58

Emergency & Critical Care Trauma

Answer 58

Physical injury, often from accidents

Question 59

Emergency & Critical Care