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Name: ________________________________ 2013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK Form: 0 Version: 0 1. ONLY a veterinarian: Prescribe medications Perform surgery Provide a diagnosis and a prognosis All of the above A. B. C. D. 2. The capillary refill time (CRT) for Buddy is 1 second. In the patient chart, the CVA records that the CRT for Buddy is: Abnormally low Normal Abnormally high Not enough information to record A. B. C. D. 3. When evaluating the integumentary system of Rowdy, a Palomino, the CVA would evaluate all of the following areas EXCEPT: Skin and hide Mucous membranes Hooves Hair A. B. C. D. 4. When an animal is presented with an abnormality cranial to a certain body structure, the word cranial means: Toward the head Toward the tail Toward the nose

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Name: ________________________________ 2013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANKForm: 0Version: 01. ONLY a veterinarian:Prescribe medicationsPerform surgeryProvide a diagnosis and a prognosisAll of the aboveA.B.C.D.2. The capillary refill time (CRT) for Buddy is 1 second. In the patient chart, the CVArecords that the CRT for Buddy is:Abnormally lowNormalAbnormally highNot enough information to recordA.B.C.D.3. When evaluating the integumentary system of Rowdy, a Palomino, the CVA wouldevaluate all of the following areas EXCEPT:Skin and hideMucous membranesHoovesHairA.B.C.D.4. When an animal is presented with an abnormality cranial to a certain body structure,the word cranial means:Toward the headToward the tailToward the noseClosest to the midlineA.B.C.D.5. The felines first line of defense is:Its teethIts clawsIts tailIts hind legsA.B.C.D.6. You are restraining a Basenji dog for cephalic venipuncture. When the personperforming the injection has placed the needle and is ready to inject the drug, he saysto you, Okay. He is most likely asking you to:Verbally indicate that he has made contact with the veinLift the thumb that is occluding the veinRelease the animal from restraintRoll the vein in the opposite directionA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 12013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK7. Use the following scenario to answer the next two questions. An otherwise healthyveterinary technician, Anna, is bitten by a 2-year-old mixed-breed dog, "Tow Tow,"while restraining him for a pedicure. The bite does not cause severe tissue damage,but the canine teeth penetrate her skin and she does bleed. Tow Tow is current on allof his vaccinations including rabies. He lives primarily in the backyard of his owner'ssuburban home. What is the best, first action Anna should take following the bite?Ignore the bite until she has time to wash it, even though this may not be for a fewhours. Once there is time, also inform the veterinarian or office manager.Wash the wound immediately with soap and water, then with povidone-iodine, andfollow with a thorough irrigation with water, then inform the veterinarian or officemanager.Wait until she gets home and clean the wound, without notifying the veterinarianbecause she fears she will be reprimanded.Tell a coworker about it, but take no more action regarding the incident.A.B.C.D.8. Anemia is:The study of parasites.A single celled animal.A decrease in the number of red blood cells.A disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans.A.B.C.D.9. Pericardium is:The muscular layer of the heart wall.The fibrous sac that encloses the heart.A thin layer that lines the surface of the heart.A thin layer that lines the inside of the heart.A.B.C.D.10. A compound fracture is one in which:The break is along the axis of a bone.The bone shatters in the many pieces.The break is on one side of the bone.The bone breaks through the skin.A.B.C.D.11. An orchiectomy :Removal of the ovaries and uterus.Removal of the testes.An incision into the thorax.Removal of a tumor.A.B.C.D.12. Microfilaria are:The larval stage of the heartworm.The segment of the tapeworm containing the male and female reproductive organs.Microscopic single celled organisms.None of the above.A.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 22013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK13. The abomasum is:The first compartment of the ruminant stomach.The second compartment of the ruminant stomach.The third compartment of the ruminant stomach.The fourth compartment of the ruminant stomach.A.B.C.D.14. The function of the cecum is to:Produce bile.Aide in the digestion of fibrous materials.Produce insulin.None of the above.A.B.C.D.15. Carbohydrates contain or include:Amino AcidsSimple SugarsLipidsNone of the aboveA.B.C.D.16. Which organization governs the use, storage and disposal of controlled substances?EPADEAOSHANone of the aboveA.B.C.D.17. Which zoonotic disease is fatal in humans?CoronaRabiesParvovirusScabiesA.B.C.D.18. Diseases that can be transmitted to humans are known as:ContagiousBenignMalignantZoonoticA.B.C.D.19. Which of the following diseases is not a disease that affects dogs?RabiesDistemperBlack LegHepatitisA.B.C.D.20. Which of the following substances is not considered a bio-hazardous substance?Scalpel bladeSyringeMicroscope SlideNeedleA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 32013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK21. Which of the following bedding materials is most commonly used in the small animalclinic?Pine ShavingsNewspaperBlankets and TowelsStrawA.B.C.D.22. Which of the following needles has the smallest bore?16 gauge20 gauge21 gauge25 gaugeA.B.C.D.23. Which of the following needles would most commonly be used for canine vaccinations?16 gauge20 gauge21 gauge25 gaugeA.B.C.D.24. Which of the following acronyms is used when administering medication twice a day?TIDQIDBIDSIDA.B.C.D.25. Which of the following animals would be classified as a Hound Breed?ChihuahuaDachshundCocker SpanielFrench BulldogA.B.C.D.26. Which of the following cattle breeds would be considered a dairy breed?ShorthornPolled HerefordBrown SwissGelbviehA.B.C.D.27. Which of the following hazards is associated with radiography?Hearing LossBurns or scaldsCancerNone of the above.A.B.C.D.28. Determine the number of pounds in 10.5 kilograms.25.524.621.923.1A.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 42013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK29. Which of the following parasites is considered an endoparasite?FleasTicksHookwormsMitesA.B.C.D.30. Dystocia can be defined as:The carrying of an embryo or fetus.The process of giving birth.Abnormal or difficult birth.A birth in which the offspring enters the birth canal hind end first.A.B.C.D.31. Referring to the lower or bottom view:DorsalVentralCranialAnteriorA.B.C.D.32. Which of the following breeds of sheep is considered a fine wool breed?SouthdownSuffolkHampshireRambouilletA.B.C.D.33. Kyra, a 7-year-old, F/S mixed breed dog (107 lb) is presented to the clinic with signs ofincreases vocalization and urine leaking. She does not appear to be PU/PD (increasedurination/increased drinking) or having accidents due to lack of training. She usuallyleaks urine after she has lain down (her bed is damp). The U/A (urinalysis) is WNL asthe PE. Scout radiographs of the urinary bladder are unremarkable. Based on herhistory and pattern of urine leaking, the vet determines that she might have estrogenresponsiveness incontinence. She is prescribed DES (diethylstilbestrol) at a dosage of1 mg po sid for 3 days, followed by maintenance therapy of 1 mg po per week. DEScomes in 1-mg and 5-mg tablets. How many tablets does this dog receive for the firstthree days?5432A.B.C.D.34. Indicate the tablets/capsules prescribed for the following order: Rx: Metronidazoletablets 250 mg Sig: 1 tablet, P.O., BID x 10 days10 tablets20 tablets30 tablets40 tabletsA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 52013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK35. You regularly order six 10-ml vials per month of a drug that has a concentration of 50mg/ml. Now that same drug is only available in 20-ml vials of 10 mg/ml. How manyvials should you order this month?25 vials20 vials15 vials10 vialsA.B.C.D.36. The order is for 500 mg of amoxicillin, and tablets on hand are 250 mg. How manytablets will be administered?1 tablet2 tablets5 tablets6 tabletsA.B.C.D.37. Indicate the minimum amount of tablets/capsules prescribed for the following order: Rx:Ascriptin tablets Sig: 1 tab P.O., BID x 14 days then 1 tab BID prn28 tablets24 tablets20 tablets16 tabletsA.B.C.D.38. A 13-year old M/N domestic short hair (DSH) named Buttons has a bite wound in theright side of the mandible. The owner does not know when the cat got the bite woundbecause Buttons is an outside cat. He has not been eating or drinking the past fewdays, is lethargic, and on PE has a T= 103.5>, HR = 180 bpm, and RR = 45breaths/min. Other than the mandibular wound, he is healthy. He is current onvaccinations. The decision is made to sedate Buttons so that the wound can beclipped, cleaned, and debrided. You must calculate the dose of injectable anestheticfor Buttons, who weighs 12.5 lb. The dosage of Ketamine is 22 mg/kg IM. Theconcentration listed on the vial of ketamine is 100 mg/ml.The animal's weight in kg is?2.4 kg5.7 kg7.1 kg9.9 kgA.B.C.D.39. The order is 0.5 mg of Centrine, and 0.2 mg tablets are on hand. How many tablets willbe administered?1.0 tablets1.5 tablets2.0 tablets2.5 tabletsA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 62013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK40. A cat in end-stage renal disease is receiving epoetin (2000 u/ml). The dose is 100 u/kg.Your patient weighs 5.5 lb. How many units will you deliver?2505007501000A.B.C.D.41. Translate the following into percents: 1:100.05%.5%1%1.5%A.B.C.D.42. 1000 mg = _____ g.001.01110A.B.C.D.43. How many mgs of a drug should be given to a patient weighing 22 lb if the dose is 0.2mg/kg?2 mg2.2 mg22 mg22.2 mgA.B.C.D.44. Indicate the tablets/capsules prescribed for the following order: Rx: Cephalexincapsules 250 mg Sig: 2 caps P.O., STAT; then 1 cap P.O., BID x 14 days30 capsules40 capsules50 capsules60 capsulesA.B.C.D.45. The veterinarian orders 4.4 mg/kg of carprofen for pain control divided into two equaldaily doses for a 50-lb dog. On hand are 100-mg scored tablets. How many tabletsis/are administered each morning and afternoon?5 tablets in the morning and 2 in the afternoon1 tablet in the morning and afternoon.5 tablets in the morning and 1 in the afternoon.5 tablets in the morning and afternoonA.B.C.D.46. The level of fluid in the liter bags reads at the 700 mark. How much fluid has beengiven?700 L700 ml300 L300 mlA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 72013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK47. Fenbendazole (10% suspension) is an antiparasitic drug used in the treatment ofwhipworms, roundworms, hookworms, and some species of tapeworms. For dogs thedosage is 50 mg/kg for 3 days.How many mls would you give a dog that weights 50 lbs?9.5 mls11.4 mls12.1 mls14.3 mlsA.B.C.D.48. Kyra, a 7-year=old, F/S mixed breed dog (107 lb) is presented to the clinic with signs ofincreases vocalization and urine leaking. She does not appear to be PU/PD (increasedurination/increased drinking) or having accidents due to lack of training. She usuallyleaks urine after she has lain down (her bed is damp). The U/A (urinalysis) is WNL asthe PE. Scout radiographs of the urinary bladder are unremarkable. Based on herhistory and pattern of urine leaking, the vet determines that she might have estrogenresponsiveness incontinence. She is prescribed DES (diethylstilbestrol) at a dosage of1 mg po sid for 3 days, followed by maintenance therapy of 1 mg po per week. DEScomes in 1-mg and 5-mg tablets. How many mg does this dog receive for 3 weeks oftreatment?3579A.B.C.D.49. Max needs 30 mg. Gentocin IV Gentocin comes in two different concentrations; 50mg/ml or 100 mg/ml. Using 50 mg/ml, how many ml would you draw up? AND Using100 mg/ml, how many ml would you draw up?0.6 ml and 0.3 ml6 ml and 3 ml0.3 ml and 0.6 ml3 ml and 6 mlA.B.C.D.50. 0.2 L = ________ ml2202002000A.B.C.D.51. To prevent inhaling gas when you are monitoring anesthesia, it is best for you to stand:Close to the patients head.Away from the patients head.Anywhere in the room.Outside of the room.A.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 82013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK52. When treating or assisting a doctor with an animals abscess wound, it is important to:Wear disposable gloves.Disinfect the treatment counter thoroughly.Wash and disinfect all instruments used.All of the above.A.B.C.D.53. If you are bitten, scratched or cut when working around animals, you should:Wash thoroughly with water and a disinfecting soap, then notify your supervisor.Quickly rinse out the area.Just wipe the blood off and bandage if needed.None of the above.A.B.C.D.54. Rabies is transmitted through:Blood from the affected animalUrine from the affected animalFeces from the affected animalSaliva from the affected animalA.B.C.D.55. Lyme disease is caused by a:BacteriaVirusParasiteFungusA.B.C.D.56. One of the fastest means of getting drugs in to the bloodstream is:OrallyIntranasallyTopicallyIntravenouslyA.B.C.D.57. Nebulized is defined as:Turned into a liquidTurned into a fine mistTurned into moleculesTurned into oxygenA.B.C.D.58. The Snap Canine Heartworm Test tests the blood for:Adult heartwormsAntigen produced by female heartwormsMicrofilariaFemale heartworms onlyA.B.C.D.59. When in the heart, heartworms congregate in the:Right ventricleRight atriumLeft ventricleLeft atriumA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 92013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK60. The amount of fecal matter needed for a canine or feline fecal analysis isapproximately:The size of a baseballThe size of a golf ballThe size of a grapefruitThe size of a grapeA.B.C.D.61. Which internal parasite is the most common in puppies and kittens?RoundwormHookwormWhipwormGiardiaA.B.C.D.62. The roundworm is often described as looking like:RiceSpaghettiFlakesLeechA.B.C.D.63. Whipworm eggs look like a/an _________________ under a microscope.CircleOvalRectangleConeA.B.C.D.64. What type of mite can cause a zoonotic disease?DemodecticOtodectesSarcopticAll of the aboveA.B.C.D.65. What is the vector for heartworms?TickLiceFleaMosquitoA.B.C.D.66. Ideally, a horse should be bedded onNewspaperStrawWalnut shavingsWood shavingsA.B.C.D.67. Which of the following disinfectants is toxic to cats?PhenolsBleachQuatsNone of the aboveA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 102013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK68. What is the common percentage of Brahman and British breeds in American cattle?3/5, 2/5 cross3/7, 4/7 cross1/3, 2/3 cross3/8, 5/8 crossA.B.C.D.69. Which of the following breeds of dairy cattle produce the most milk?JerseyGuernseyHolsteinBrown SwissA.B.C.D.70. The breed of swine that is characterized by being solid black with a white belt at theshoulder and small erect ears is:DurocSpotsHerefordHampshireA.B.C.D.71. The __________________________ is white in color and has large drooping ears thatcover most of its face.YorkshireChester WhiteAmerican LandraceHerefordA.B.C.D.72. Which breed of swine is characterized by being black in color with four white feetand/or legs, short wrinkled snout, and medium erect ears?SpotsBerkshireHerefordHampshireA.B.C.D.73. The ___________________________ is characterized by a red with white face (notless than 2/3 red, exclusive of face and ears), with at least 2 white feet, longface/snout, and small to medium erect ears.American LandraceHerefordBerkshireDurocA.B.C.D.74. An eight month old Chihuahua was stung by a wasp and had a fluctuation in its heartrate. What term describes its fluctuating heart rate?ArrhythmiaAuscultationBradycardiaTachypneaA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 112013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK75. Annie is helping to examine a patient. She is instructed to take the temperature, pulseand respiration, which is a crucial part of a physical exam. Which of the followingfactors does not affect TPR?agesizeenvironmental temperaturebreedA.B.C.D.76. Which of the following answers best completes this statement?Temperature, pulse and respiration rates tend to _________ as size of the animal____________.increase, decreasesdecreases, decreasesshallow, decreasesdecreases slowly, decreases rapidlyA.B.C.D.77. Sue is taking the temperature and pulse of Max, a medium sized dog. What should sheexpect the temperature and pulse rate to be? :100F and 100-145 beats/min.102F and 70-120 beats/min.100F and 70-120 beats/min.101F and 60-90 beats/min.A.B.C.D.78. Lauren is taking a patient history from Ms. Harper about her horse. Which is the mostappropriate question for her to ask?Is your horse drinking a lot of water and eating okay?How much water is it drinking and how much is it eating?Is your horse able to exercise daily?Is you horse drinking more water now than compared to a few months ago?A.B.C.D.79. A vet diagnosed Bills goat with dyspnea. What does this mean?The lamb has normal breathing.The lamb has abnormal heart sounds.The lamb has difficulty breathing.The lamb has bluish discoloring of its skin.A.B.C.D.80. Jane is taking a dogs pulse. What is the name of the artery where she will do this?Femoral arteryBrachiocephalic arteryFacial arteryCarotid ArteryA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 122013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK81. During an exam, Julie must take vital signs from an animal. Which of the followingsteps is the most correct procedure for her to take the rectal temperature?Shake down thermometer, lubricate with petroleum jelly, gently insert and hold for 1minute, remove and rotate to read.Shake down thermometer, lubricate with petroleum jelly, gently insert and hold for 3minutes, remove and rotate to read.Wipe thermometer with alcohol, shake down thermometer, lubricate with petroleumjelly, gently insert and hold for 1 minute, remove and rotate to read.Wipe thermometer with alcohol, shake down thermometer, lubricate with petroleumjelly, gently insert and hold for 3 minutes, remove and rotate to read.A.B.C.D.82. The average pulse (beats/min) and respiration (breaths/min) for a horse is40-60, 12-2060-70, 10-3030-60, 8-1660-90, 12-20A.B.C.D.83. A stethoscope is a common piece of equipment used for clinical exams. Thestethoscope is used to listen to the heart, lungs, and ___________________.murmursgastrointestinal soundspre-natal soundswater on the lungsA.B.C.D.84. The veterinarian is describing to Spikes owner how hell be neutered. Neuter is definedas:Having resistance to a diseaseThe common term for removal of male reproductive organsProteins produced by lymph systemSwelling and inflammationA.B.C.D.85. The veterinarian is explaining to Sallys owner how she will be spayed. Spay is definedas:Substance that induces an immune responseSwelling and inflammationThe common term for removal of female reproductive organsAllergic responseA.B.C.D.86. If an animal was suffering from anaphylactic shock, it would beAn exaggerated allergic responseProteins produced by lymph systemMinerals in the blood streamSlippery white filmA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 132013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK87. An animal is being given a vaccine. Vaccine is defined asA suspension of killed or modified microorganisms that stimulate an immuneresponse when introduced into the bodySwelling and inflammationMore susceptible to diseaseHaving no resistance to diseaseA.B.C.D.88. An animal is vaccinated for rabies. Rabies is caused by:A rhabidovirusParvo virusBacteriaFungusA.B.C.D.89. Lauren is bandaging Bruce, a four year old horse. Leg bandages on horses are startedon the _______ part of the leg and wrapped toward the back.VerticalHorizontalLateralProximalA.B.C.D.90. The bellyband should _______ slightly as it is wrapped.OverlapSpace outCut off circulationNever touchA.B.C.D.91. Immunity is defined as:Having resistance to a disease due to the formation of antibodies.Slow and painful abscessRhabidovirusNot being able to tolerate diseaseA.B.C.D.92. A kitten is suffering from FCV. Feline calicivirus is caused by:RNA virusFungusBacteriaDoes not existA.B.C.D.93. Feline viral rhinotracheitis symptoms include:Sneezing, discharge from nose and eyesAnorexiaAggressionLicking of woundA.B.C.D.94. Leptospirosis is caused by:Leptospira bacteriaDNA virusBorrelia burgdorferi bacteriaNone of the aboveA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 142013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK95. Symptoms of distemper include:LamenessSwollen jointsAggressionFever, vomiting, diarrhea, nasal secretions, and seizuresA.B.C.D.96. Frank, a 60lb bulldog, needs to get 60 mg of Prednisone once every other day for 10days. How many total milligrams of Prednisone does Frank need for 10 days?450 mg300 mg900 mg100 mgA.B.C.D.97. Linda is going to perform a laboratory test. Where is it possible that she will be doingthis?Veterinary hospitalsResearch facilitiesZoosAll of the aboveA.B.C.D.98. In preparation for her CVA test, Mary is studying systems of the body. Which of theseis NOT included in the circulatory system?HeartLymphaticsBlood VesselsBloodA.B.C.D.99. If an animal has problems in the right side of the heart, what other problem will likelyoccur?AscitesLung congestionNerve DegenerationOsteoporosisA.B.C.D.100. Luke, a border collie, has a problem in the left side of the heart. What other problemwill likely occur?AscitesLung congestionNerve DegenerationOsteoporosisA.B.C.D.101. Mary is also studying the physiology of the body systems. Which of these is NOT afunction of the circulatory system?Respiration for the bodyUrination of waste productsTransportation of nutrients, blood cells, gases, etc.Protection of the bodyA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 152013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK102. Which of these is the correct flow of blood through the heart?Right Atrium, Right Ventricle, Pulmonary Arteries, Lungs, Pulmonary Veins, LeftAtrium, Left Ventricle, AortaLeft Atrium, Left Ventricle, Pulmonary Arteries, Lungs, Pulmonary Veins, RightAtrium, Right Ventricle, AortaRight Atrium, Right Ventricle, Pulmonary Veins, Lungs, Pulmonary Arteries, LeftAtrium, Left Ventricle, AortaLeft Atrium, Left Ventricle, Pulmonary Veins, Lungs, Pulmonary Arteries, RightAtrium, Right Ventricle, AortaA.B.C.D.103. What are the percentages of cells and plasma in blood?40% and 60%, respectively50% and 50%, respectively60% and 40%, respectively30% and 70%, respectivelyA.B.C.D.104. Which of these is NOT part of the process of filtration of the blood through the urinarysystem?NephronsMedullaVena CavaKidneyA.B.C.D.105. While Linda was running a laboratory test, she evaluated total plasma protein, andnoticed an elevated total plasma protein. This is a sign ofinflammationinfectiondehydrationall of the aboveA.B.C.D.106. In most species, what are the kidneys shaped like?PearsCirclesCloversBeansA.B.C.D.107. Sammy is trying to run a urinalysis. He first has to obtain urine from the dog. How canhe obtain urine from an animal?Free CatchCystocentesisCatheterizationAll of the aboveA.B.C.D.108. Sammy is trying to determine the specific gravity of urine. What tools can be used toaccomplish this?RefractometerUrinometerReagent StripsAll of the aboveA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:05 PM 162013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK109. Sammy found a decreased specific gravity in the urine. This could indicate all of thefollowing EXCEPT:increased water intakeshockchronic renal diseaseother diseasesA.B.C.D.110. If Sammy had noticed an increased specific gravity, it could indicate all of the followingEXCEPT:chronic renal diseasedehydrationdecreased water intakeacute renal diseaseA.B.C.D.111. Which of these is a chemical that Sammy would NOT have evaluated in urine?KetonesGlucoseBloodSalineA.B.C.D.112. Which of these cells would Sammy NOT expect to see in an examination of urinesediment?Red blood cellsViral cellsWhite blood cellsEpithelial cellsA.B.C.D.113. Read the following paragraph. Then answer the questions below.I live in a rural farming community where everyone owns some breed of dog. A fewhouses down from mine lives an Australian Cattle Dog (k.a. Blue Heeler) named Rigo. She is quite accustomed to guarding her territoryagainst rodents, skunks, coyotes, and rabbits. Rigo was found with a half-eatenrabbit a few months ago and then gave birth to a litter of eight puppies a few weekslater. When they were old enough for their first set of vaccinations the veterinarianfound that all the puppies were infested with hookworms. The veterinarianprescribed medication for all patients, including Rigo, and told my neighbor that theyshould be rechecked at their next visit.Rigos hookworm infection could have been caused by which of the following?a. Direct ingested larvae from the environment or contracted larvae through theskinIndirect the rabbit could have been infectedRigo does not have a hookworm infestationBoth a and bA.B.C.D.114. If the rabbit was infected with hookworms what would be the term for this type of host?ParatenicPestAtypicalInfectiousA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 172013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK115. Which of these is the scientific name for hookworm?Ancylostoma caninumDipylidium caninumToxocara canisNone of the aboveA.B.C.D.116. James accidentally spilled bleach. In order to know the correct clean up procedure totake, he must check the MSDS. The acronym MSDS stands for:Material Safety from Disease SheetMaterial Safety Data SheetMechanical Safety Destruction SheetsMechanical Safety Data SheetA.B.C.D.117. A member of OSHA is doing a walkthrough of a veterinary clinic. The OccupationalSafety and Health Administration is housed inThe Department of HealthThe Department of FinanceThe Department of SecurityThe Department of LaborA.B.C.D.118. Adam has just assisted in restraining a Lhasa Apso for am IM injection. The RVT thatgave the injection must now dispose of the needle and syringe. Where must allneedles and syringes be disposed of?A bottleA dumpsterA trashcanA sharps containerA.B.C.D.119. When dealing with radioactive equipment, you should always wear:lead gloveslead aprona dosimeterall of the aboveA.B.C.D.120. If working in a veterinary clinic, you understand that the guidelines set forth by theOccupational Safety and Health Administration are based on the principle ofThe Right to KnowThe Basis of KnowledgeThe Determination of KnowledgeThe Right of the Knowledge of the LawA.B.C.D.121. People who work with animals on a daily basis are ____________ faced withpotentially dangerous situations.NeverSometimesAlwaysRarelyA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 182013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK122. Which of the following is NOT a hazard that you would face while working in aveterinary clinic?Physical hazardsChemical hazardsBiological hazardsPsychological hazardsA.B.C.D.123. Which of these is NOT a disease-causing agent for zoonotic diseases?FungiBiologicsVirusesParasitesA.B.C.D.124. Ben may have been exposed to a bacterial zoonotic disease. Which of the following isNOT a zoonotic disease caused by bacteria?ToxoplasmosisLeptospirosisAnthraxTuberculosisA.B.C.D.125. Which drug schedule has no current accepted medical use?Schedule ISchedule IISchedule IIISchedule IVA.B.C.D.126. Cole has been asked to clean the front waiting area of the clinic. With regard to thetypes of sanitation, which of these best describes cleaning?Physically removing all visible signs of dirt and organic matter such as feces, hair,etc.Destroying most microorganisms on nonliving things by physical or chemicalmeans.Destroying all microorganisms and viruses on an object using chemicals and/orheat.Solutions that destroy microorganisms or inhibit their growth on living tissue.A.B.C.D.127. When sanitizing, filtration is best described as:Using a chemical with a mop or sponge.Soaking items in a chemical disinfectant until they are used.Incinerating an object or exposing them to a flame.Removing particles from the air using a physical barrier.A.B.C.D.128. Dana has been asked to dispense a schedule drug as a pain killer for an animal thathas had a hip replacement. According to the Controlled Substance Act, she must:understand the schedules that drugs are placed in and why.have an authorized person unlock the locked cabinet where the drugs are stored.ensure that the name and amount of drug used is recorded in the daily log.All of the above.A.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 192013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK129. Sugar, a small dog, has come into a veterinary clinic with sarcoptic mange. To preventthe spread of this and other zoonotic diseases, you need to:dispose of waste in a proper mannerisolate infected animalswash hands oftenall of the aboveA.B.C.D.130. Evan is creating a poster over biohazards for his Veterinary Technology class. Whichof these is NOT an example of a biohazard and therefore should not be included in hisposter?NeedlesMaterials soaked with bodily fluidsBandage materialNone of the aboveA.B.C.D.131. Fran is doing research on pathogens. A pathogen is:A microorganism that produces disease.Disease that can be transmitted between animals and humans.Precautions taken to prevent contamination of a surgical wound.Refers to the back.A.B.C.D.132. A veterinarian has diagnosed an animal with typhus, which is a zoonotic disease.Zoonotic means:Disease that can be transmitted between animals and humans.Precautions taken to prevent contamination of a surgical wound.Refers to the back.A device that measures the level of radiation someone is exposed to whenperforming radiology.A.B.C.D.133. Proper PPE sometimes includes a dosimeter. This is:A device that measures the amount of radiation someone is exposed to whenperforming radiology.Lead glovesA device that keeps animals from biting you.Something that covers your face while working with animals.A.B.C.D.134. Aseptic technique isPrecautions taken to prevent contamination of a surgical wound.Cleaning surfaces with bleachSwabbing for a bacteria cultureA chemical agent that kills of prevents to growth of microorganismsA.B.C.D.135. While cleaning an exam room, Abby uses a disinfectant. This is:A chemical agent that kills, or inhibits the growth of microorganisms on inanimateobjects.a washcloth and hot watersomething that contaminates surfacesa chemical agent that allows that growth of microorganisms on inanimate objectsA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 202013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK136. An animal has a superficial wound. Superficial means:Near the surface, also called external.deep lacerationa wound that is on the extremities of an animalon an organ.A.B.C.D.137. Most surgical instruments are manufactured from __________________________.AluminumCopperLeadStainless steelA.B.C.D.138. The operating room should be cleaned _____________________.DailyWeeklyBi-weeklyMonthlyA.B.C.D.139. Which of the following would be considered a brachycephalic breed?Labrador RetrieverDachshundShih TzuBorder CollieA.B.C.D.140. When a patient is having an ovariohysterectomy performed, the patient is placed in____________ recumbency.LateralDorsalVentralSternalA.B.C.D.141. After autoclaving a surgical pack, you notice that the autoclave tape looks the same asit did when you placed it in the autoclave. What should you do now?Place the pack with the others there is no reason to be concerned about thesterility of the instruments.Open the pack to check the instruments for sterility. If they look clean, they can beused.Just hide the pack so you do not get in trouble for it not being sterilized.Place the pack to the side and do not allow it to be used because the sterility of thepack is questionable.A.B.C.D.142. A person who cares for equine feet including trimming and shoeing is called a/anequestrianfarrierhobblequittorA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 212013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK143. The amount of food provided to livestock in a 24-hour period is itsgrazerationroughagesilageA.B.C.D.144. Examination by tapping the surface to determine density of a body area is calledpalpationausculatationpercussiontappingA.B.C.D.145. The percentage of RBCs in blood is called ahematocritPCVcritall of the aboveA.B.C.D.146. A machine that spins samples very rapidly to separate elements based on weight is acountercentrifugerefractometercannulaA.B.C.D.147. A set of signs that occur together is called a/an:signsymptomendemicsyndromeA.B.C.D.148. The study of disease causes isetiologytoxicologybiologypathologyA.B.C.D.149. You are doing maintenance on the anesthesia machine. You happen to notice that thegranules in the canister are starting to turn purple. What does this usually indicate?The granules are more than 90 days old.The granules have lost the ability to absorb anesthetic gases.The granules should be turned over in the canister they will regainThe granules have lost the ability to absorb carbon dioxide.A.B.C.D.150. A normal capillary refill time (CRT) is:5+ seconds4-5 seconds3-4 seconds1-2 secondsA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 222013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK151. Six 12 ounce puppies need deworming medication. If the dose is 1ml/lb, how manytotal ml do you need in order to deworm all of the puppies?4.5 mls5.7 mls6.9 mls7.8 mlsA.B.C.D.152. The veterinarian requests 600 cc of a solution. The instrument used to measure onlyhas marks for mls. You know the correct equivalent of 600 cc in mls because:cc and mls are equivalent.A cc is twice the amount of a mlA ml is twice the amount of a ccA ml is half the amount of a ccA.B.C.D.153. Six blood pressure readings are 115, 120, 123, 121, 121, and 112 mm Hg. What is theaverage value?104113119124A.B.C.D.154. of a L is equivalent to:250 ml500 ml750 ml1000 mlA.B.C.D.155. What are the two factors that determine or influence an animals disposition?genetic make-up and environmental situationenvironmental situation and nutritionnutrition and housinghousing and genetic make-upA.B.C.D.156. If you had a horse that had a 102.4F, would you be concerned?No, it is completely normal.Yes, it is above normal.No, it is a little below normal.Yes, it is extremely below normal.A.B.C.D.157. Your chicken has a heart rate of 275 beats per minute. Is that something to be worriedabout?Yes, that is above normal.Yes, that is below normal.No, that is normal.No, that is below normal.A.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 232013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK158. Which of the following hormones is the most primary hormone produced by the testes?EstrogenTestosteroneProgesteroneOxytocinA.B.C.D.159. Which of the following is not a primary action of testosterone?Anabolic growthPromotes spermatogenesisPromotes secretions from accessory glandsNone of theseA.B.C.D.160. What are the anatomical differences between the oviducts of most mammals and theoviducts of poultry?Mammals have one oviduct.Mammals do not have oviducts.Poultry do not have oviducts.Poultry have one oviduct.A.B.C.D.161. What is the main difference between the testes of mammals and the testes of poultry?Mammals have one testicle.The testes of poultry do not descend out of the abdominal cavity.Poultry have one testicle.The testes of mammals do not descend out of the abdominal cavity.A.B.C.D.162. What is the purpose of the infundibulum?To transport the egg from the ovary to the oviduct.To expel the fetus.To contract during labor.To give nourishment to the fetus.A.B.C.D.163. Which of the following hormones are the primary hormones produced by the ovaries?Estrogen and testosterone.Testosterone and oxytocin.Testosterone and progesterone.Estrogen and progesterone.A.B.C.D.164. What are the primary functions of the hormones that the ovaries produce?Sexual behavior and maintenance of pregnancy.To give a deeper voice and more defined muscles.To maintain weight and pregnancy.To give secondary male characteristics and maintain weight gain.A.B.C.D.165. Which of the following is not a function of the cervix?Connects the vagina to the uterus.Serves as a passageway for semen during copulation.Serves as a barrier for pathogens and prevents foreign material from entering theuterus.None of the above.A.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 242013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK166. Which of the following is NOT a function of the uterus?Provides nourishment for the fetus.Is the receptacle for the penis during copulation.Contracts to expel the fetus during parturition.Incubates the fetus during pregnancy.A.B.C.D.167. Which of the following is NOT a function of the epididymis?Site of maturation for sperm.Site of transportation for sperm.Site of decomposition for sperm.Site of storage for sperm.A.B.C.D.168. What is a cryptorchid?Sterile female calf born twin to a male calf.Condition in which one or both testicles remain in the body cavity.Process by which sperm are produced by the male.Causes destruction of the cotyledons of the uterus.A.B.C.D.169. What is a freemartin?Sterile female calf born twin to a male calf.Process by which ova are produced by the female.Respiratory viral disease that causes infertility.Condition in which one or both testicles remain the body cavity.A.B.C.D.170. What does Bangs disease cause?Abortions typically in the second half of pregnancy.A sterile female calf born twin to a male calf.A decrease in the production of sperm in the male.Respiratory viral disease that causes infertility.A.B.C.D.171. What does IBR stand for?Infectious Born RespirationIndefinitely Bad RespirationInfectious Bovine RhinotracheitisInfectious Bovine RespirationA.B.C.D.172. What is IBR?Sterile female calf born twin to a male calf.Condition in which one or both testicles remain in the body cavity.Causes destruction of the cotyledons of the uterus.Viral disease of the respiratory tract that can cause abortion.A.B.C.D.173. What is oogenesis?Process by which sperm are produced by the male.Condition in which one or both testicles remain in the body cavity.Process by which ova are produced by the female.Causes destruction of the cotyledons of the uterus.A.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 252013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK174. What is spermatogenesis?Process by which sperm are produced by the male.Condition in which one or both testicles remain in the body cavity.Process by which ova are produced by the female.Causes destruction of the cotyledons of the uterus.A.B.C.D.175. The term that means of, or relating to dogs:FelineBovineCanineGallineA.B.C.D.176. The term that means of, or relating to cats:FelineBovineCanineGallineA.B.C.D.177. The term that means of, or relating to cattle:FelineBovineCanineGallineA.B.C.D.178. The term that means of, or relating to horses:EquineGallineBovineOvineA.B.C.D.179. The term that means of, or relating to swine:EquineCanineGallinePorcineA.B.C.D.180. The term that means of, or relating to sheep:EquineGallineBovineOvineA.B.C.D.181. The term that means of, or relating to poultry:EquineFelinePorcineGallineA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 262013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK182. A sexually mature male of the bovine species.HeiferSteerCowBullA.B.C.D.183. A female that has produced a calf.HeiferSteerCowBullA.B.C.D.184. A female that has not produced a calf.HeiferSteerCowBullA.B.C.D.185. A sexually mature male of the equine species.ColtFoalStudMareA.B.C.D.186. A female of the equine species that is four years of age or older.ColtFoalStudMareA.B.C.D.187. An immature male of the equine species.ColtFoalStallionMareA.B.C.D.188. The act of giving birth in horses.FarrowingFoalingWhelpingLayingA.B.C.D.189. A mature female of the porcine species that has produced young.HenSowGiltEweA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 272013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK190. An immature female of the porcine species.HenSowGiltEweA.B.C.D.191. A mature female of the galline species.HenSowGiltEweA.B.C.D.192. A newborn chicken.ChickPulletCockerelBroilerA.B.C.D.193. A sexually mature male of the ovine species.RoosterBullBarrowRamA.B.C.D.194. A sexually mature female of the ovine species.EweGiltHenFillyA.B.C.D.195. All telephone calls should be answered by the ________________ ring.firstthirdfifthseventhA.B.C.D.196. Cat litter pans and gardening are the most common sources for which protozoan?ToxoplasmaGiardiaCoccidiaAncyloplasmaA.B.C.D.197. Formalin is most commonly used for __________________.DisinfectingFlea preventionCopy machine tonerTissue biopsyA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 282013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK198. For safety, two people are required to lift anything weighing more than _________ lb.10203040A.B.C.D.199. Which of the following is a zoonotic disease?RingwormCat Scratch FeverBoth A and BNone of the aboveA.B.C.D.200. The five types of white blood cells are:Eosinophil, basophil, neutrophil, lymphocyte, monocyteThrombocyte, monocyte, neutrophil, lymphocyte, eosinophilNeutrophil, erythrophil, leukocyte, basophil, eosinophilNeutrophil, basophil, eosinophil, granulocytes, acanthocyteA.B.C.D.201. What parasite transmits Lyme disease?Dirofilaria immitisHeartwormLiceTickA.B.C.D.202. To remove a tick you should:Use a match to burn the tick offCut the tick off with a knifePour alcohol on the tick, then pull it offUse tweezers to grasp the head and pull straight outA.B.C.D.203. One disease that is transmitted by the tick is:Rocky Mountain Spotted FeverToxoplasmosisSalmonellaRingwormA.B.C.D.204. The clinical signs of heartworm are:vomiting, deep cough, anemiaanemia, deep cough, irregular heart beatdeep cough, irregular heart beat, exercise intoleranceirregular heart beat, anemia, exercise intolerance1418 glovesA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 292013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK205. A veterinarian in a critical care unit determines that one calf was given the followingintravenous (IV) solutions in a 24 hour period: 745 milliliters (mL) of 0.9% normalsaline, 420 mL of lactated ringers, 1,250 mL of 5% dextrose, and 15mL of an antibiotic solution. How many total milliliters of IV solution did the patientreceive?1430 mL2430 mL3430 mL4430 mLA.B.C.D.206. A veterinary technician notes that a dogs leukocyte (white blood cell) count beforesurgery was 18,645. Two days after the surgery, the patient had aleukocyte count of 8,968. What is the difference in the leukocyte counts?6977967718459577A.B.C.D.207. A veterinary technician is calculating the bill for hospital care for a kidney transplantcat. The bill for medical services and care was $2,685. The owners paid $1,389 whenthey picked up the cat. A few weeks later they paid another $497. How much do theystill owe?$799$899$999$1500A.B.C.D.208. A cow weighed 1,743 pounds prior to calving. The calf weighed 97 pounds and theplacenta and amniotic fluid weighed 189 pounds. How much did the cow weigh aftercalving?1557 pounds1457 pounds1357 pounds1257 poundsA.B.C.D.209. A steer weighed 1,145 pounds before harvest. One half of the carcass with forequarters weighed 393 pounds and one half of the carcass with rear quarters weighed341 pounds. How much of the steer could not be consumed?408 pounds409 pounds410 pounds411 poundsA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 302013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK210. A technician is using a microscope to examine a specimen. If the eyepiece on themicroscope has a power of 15x (x means times; a power of 15x magnifies an object 15times) and the objective has a power of 100x, what is the total number of times she ismagnifying the specimen? Hint: to find total magnification on a microscope, multiply thepower of the eyepiece times the power of the objective.1500x2000x2500x3000xA.B.C.D.211. An animal shelter worker is preparing formula for orphaned puppies. There are 9puppies and each needs 2 ounces of formula. How many ounces of formula must beprepared?16 oz18 oz20 oz22 ozA.B.C.D.212. The lab receives a prescription order from the veterinarian. He wants the patient totake 40 milligrams (mg) of amoxicillin four times a day for 25 days. The lab has 20 mgamoxicillin tablets. How many tablets should the vet tech give to the client for the25-day period?150 tablets200 tablets250 tablets300 tabletsA.B.C.D.213. A microbiologist is staining bacterial slides. He uses a bottle of Gram stain thatcontains 144 milliliters (mL) of solution. If each slide requires 18 mL of the solution,how many slides can he stain with one bottle of solution?2 slides4 slides6 slides8 slidesA.B.C.D.214. A zookeeper gives a pot-bellied pig 1200 milligrams (mg) of Streptomycin in a 24-hourperiod. How many mg does he give the pig per dose if he gives the medication every 6hours (q6h)?100 mg200 mg300 mg400 mgA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 312013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK215. A veterinarian takes blood samples from cows for brucellosis testing. One morning hefills 16 vacutainers (vacuum tubes) with 10 cubic centimeters (cc) of blood, 31 with 9.5cc of blood, 28 with 7 cc of blood, and 15 with 8.5 cc of blood. How many cc of blooddid he obtain from all the cows?778 cc780 cc782 cc784 ccA.B.C.D.216. A veterinary technician is counting leukocytes (white blood cells). She counts fourareas on the hemocytometer counting chamber, adds the four numbers together andthen multiplies by 50 to obtain the correct leukocyte count. If the counts are 23, 27,28 and 34 what is the correct leukocyte count?5600 leukocytes5700 leukocytes5800 leukocytes5900 leukocytesA.B.C.D.217. An animal health technician is stocking a cabinet with flea control products. He stocksthree cases of spray containing 24 cans per case, 13 cases of shampoo with 12 bottlesper case, 5 boxes of foam with 10 cans per case, and 6 cases of powder with 8 boxesper case. Three days later he calculates that 35 cans of spray, 18 bottles of shampoo,5 cans of foam and 21 bottles of powder have been sold. Howmany total items of flea killing preparations are left in the cabinet?245 preparations247 preparations249 preparations251 preparationsA.B.C.D.218. A vet tech gives a dog ounces (oz) of cough medicine at 6 PM and oz of coughmedicine at 10 PM. What is the total amount of cough medicine received? oz oz oz1 ozA.B.C.D.219. A vet tech is developing X rays. He follows the time chart recommended for the film heis using. What is the total time required to complete the developing process?Developing Process Time Required- Developer 2 1/4 minutes - Rinse 3/4 minute- Fix solution 3 1/2 minutes - Final wash 19 minutes23 minutes23 minutes23 minutes23 minutesA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 322013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK220. A vet tech uses oz, oz, and 5/8 oz of solution to perform three urinary analysistests. How much total solution does she use?1 oz1 oz1 oz1 7/8 ozA.B.C.D.221. A vet tech is in charge of the construction of a new X-ray development unit. She knowsthat to prevent radiation the walls must be at least 2 5/8 inches (") thick if gypsumsheet rock is used or 1/16" thick if sheets of lead are embedded in the wall toprevent the passage of radiation. What is the difference of thickness in the two walls?2 inches2 9/16 inches2 inches3 inchesA.B.C.D.222. A microbiologist notes that the average length of a bacterium is 1/1000 micrometer(mcm). Viruses range in size from 1/2500 to 1500mcm. How muchlonger is a bacterium than the smallest virus in mcm?3/5000 mcm4/5000 mcm3/500 mcm7/5000 mcmA.B.C.D.223. A veterinary pharmaceutical company technician uses a 480-milliliter (mL) flask ofrabies vaccine solution to fill individual vials. If each vial holds 1/30 of the volume of theflask, how many mL of vaccine are in each vial?12 mL14 mL16 mL18 mLA.B.C.D.224. An animal that is comfortable with a halter on its head and that responds to thecommands of the person who is leading it is said to be ____________________.halter responsiveshow readyhalter brokendomesticatedA.B.C.D.225. Identification tags are usually placed in the ____________________ of cattle.teethnostrilshoovesearsA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 332013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK226. Giving birth in sheep is known as ____________________.farrowingramminglambingkiddingA.B.C.D.227. What is drenching?giving a liquid medication orallymilking a dairy goat too oftenhosing down a production facilitywashing a sheep thoroughlyA.B.C.D.228. Both sheep and goats have _________ hooves.cloventwo toe-nailssplitall of the aboveA.B.C.D.229. Poultry rely on a ____________________, a strong muscular organ that may containgrit, to grind their food.gagglegizzardgoslingganderA.B.C.D.230. In vivo vaccination involves injecting the vaccine into the ____________________.newborn chickhens uteruspulletembryo in the eggA.B.C.D.231. Which of the following is NOT a method of disposing of dead birds in a poultryproduction facility?incinerationburyingrecyclingcompostingA.B.C.D.232. Which of the following animals is NOT a cecal fermenter?HorseGuinea PigPigRabbitA.B.C.D.233. Which of the following is NOT one of the nutrients that should be included in pet food?ProteinsOilsFatsWaterA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 342013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK234. You are feeding your dog Woof-Woof Dog Food. It costs $14.95 for a 35-pound bag,You are feeding a very large dog 3.5 cups of food per day, and each cup weighs 3.5ounces.Using the above scenario, what is the cost per pound?$2.34 per pound$0.23 per pound$0.50 per pound$4.98 per poundA.B.C.D.235. Using the above scenario, how many ounces are there in a bag?560 ounces122.5 ounces480 ounces350 ouncesA.B.C.D.236. Using the above scenario, what is the cost per year?$97.18 per year$4,471.25 per year$179.40 per year$134.14 per yearA.B.C.D.237. Which of the following is the first of the five steps of the digestive process?MechanicalChemicalPeristalsisAbsorptionA.B.C.D.238. Which of the following are the ABCs of cardiopulmonary resuscitation?Airway, Breathing, CompressionAlways Breath ContinuouslyAirway, Breathing, CirculationAirway, Bleeding, CompressionA.B.C.D.239. Which of the following is NOT a warning sign that your dog or cat may be inclined tobite?Assuming submissive postureCrouching with tail between legsEars held back, tail wagging quicklySnarling, with fur on the back raisedA.B.C.D.240. What is prevention for anal sac swelling?let your dog scoothave veterinarian check anal glandsuse an enema on a weekly basislet your dog lick their anal glandsA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 352013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK241. With your veterinarians permission, what medication can you give your dog if theyhave an allergic reaction?Pepto-BismolAdvilBenadrylFrontlineA.B.C.D.242. Lyme Disease is a disease caused by a spiral-shaped bacterium, Borrelia burgdorferi.Which of the following can become infected?Dogs & catsHorses & cattleBirds & wild animalsAll the aboveA.B.C.D.243. In the last few hours I have noticed that my dog has been drooling excessively,especially since she never really drools. What could cause this?oral ingestion of insecticidesdental diseaseanxiety & nauseaAll the aboveA.B.C.D.244. Dogs and humans are susceptible to a variety of water-borne parasites. How can dogsbecome infected?ingesting aquatic speciesswimmingdrinking pond waterall the aboveA.B.C.D.245. A dog that licks his feet, rubs his face, or scratches behind his elbows may be showingsigns of:AllergyFatigueHungerBoredomA.B.C.D.246. How long is a dog in estrus?between 4 21 days with a mean of 9 days.exactly 6 days.between 7 28 days with a mean of 11 days.exactly 15 daysA.B.C.D.247. Rascal, a 2 year old dog has a foul odor. What could be the cause?Any brownish material in his ears. He may have an ear infection.He has tartar on his teeth or very red gums. His teeth need attention.His skin is dry and has bumps.All the aboveA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 362013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK248. Chipped bones, bowed tendons and other soft tissue injuries can cause what conditionin horses?broken boneslamenesseven gaitsall the aboveA.B.C.D.249. How long, on average, will a mature horses hoof grow in a month?.25 -.38 inches.15-.25 inches.38-.5 inchesnone of the aboveA.B.C.D.250. Which breeds of dogs are less likely to cause human allergies?SpanielsChowsSchnauzersHeelersA.B.C.D.251. In horses, when a fixed object is grabbed with the incisor teeth and air is drawn inrepetitively through the mouth, is what:boredomneed of certain trace mineralscribbingall the aboveA.B.C.D.252. This term refers to a collection of pus (dead white blood cells) that has accumulated ina cavity formed by the tissue due to an infection or other foreign material.AntigenBruiseAbscessSlabA.B.C.D.253. A bacteria or virus that causes clinical diseaseFounderStranglesPathogenAntigenA.B.C.D.254. The soft v shaped tissue in the center of the bottom of the horses hoofSoleWhite lineWallFrogA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 372013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK255. When breathing stopsApneaTachypneaDyspneaDetomidineA.B.C.D.256. The study of disease causesPathologyEtiologyAnatomyCaudalA.B.C.D.257. The only medical term for lying down isRecumbentAdductionFlexionAbductionA.B.C.D.258. The Occupational Safety and Health Act of ____established the Occupational Safetyand Health Administration in the Department of Labor.1969197019711972A.B.C.D.259. Sheep have _____ chromosomes.24344454A.B.C.D.260. Goats have _____ chromosomes.50606470A.B.C.D.261. The normal pulse (bpm) for a pig is60 bpm65 bpm70 bpm75 bpmA.B.C.D.262. A sheep you are examining has a temperature of 102.5F. This is:Too lowNormalToo highA.B.C.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 382013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK263. ______ is essential for organ structure, nutrient transport and energy utilization.CalciumProteinSulfurPhosphorusA.B.C.D.264. Grass tetany is a result ofNitrogen overloadNitrogen deficiencyMagnesium deficiencyPhosphorous deficiencyA.B.C.D.265. Anthrax is a _____disease of livestock.FungalParasiticBacterialZoonoticA.B.C.D.266. Erythrocytes are microscopic cells also calledPlateletsWhite blood cellsRed blood cellsPlasmaA.B.C.D.267. An example of a fungus isPink EyeRingwormSarcoptesTuberculosisA.B.C.D.268. What is the name of the set of guidelines to protect employees?Employee Code of EthicsEmployees Right to KnowHazard Communication StandardOSHAA.B.C.D.269. All of the following are examples of hazards, except ___________.ChemicalMentalPhysicalZoonoticA.B.C.D.270. All of the following are examples of safety equipment, except __________.Back braceLead apronLead glovesLead shoesA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 392013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK271. An MSDS must contain __________ sections.78910A.B.C.D.272. OSHA was created in _________.1950196019701980A.B.C.D.273. Which of the following is most important to schedule first when making appointments?Customer PreferenceAnnual AppointmentsEmergenciesHeartworm ChecksA.B.C.D.274. What time of the day does the doctor typically do surgeries?Early MorningLate AfternoonEveningLunchA.B.C.D.275. Which of the following situations would be considered an emergency?Annual Check-UpRunny StoolFlea PreventionUrinary BlockageA.B.C.D.276. Which of the following is NOT included on a cage card?Pets NamePet Owners NameTime of day they need to go outsideProcedureA.B.C.D.277. A good rule to follow when restraining animals for veterinary care is:Use the maximum amount of pressure and restraint possible.Use minimal pressure and restraint to keep the animal calm.Tie all limbs to minimize kicking of vet.staff.A.B.C.278. Which of the following is not a part of the normal diagnosis process?fecal examurine examblood exampost mortem examA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:06 PM 402013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK279. Diseases transmitted between animals and humans are known as _________?infectiouscontagiouszoonosesviralA.B.C.D.280. Dry pet food has a moisture content of _______%.0-56-1010-150-3A.B.C.D.281. Semi-Moist pet foods average ______% water content.5-1015-3010-2023-38A.B.C.D.282. Examination by a veterinarian begins with the __________process.examinationcaresafetypet restraintA.B.C.D.283. Organizationally, hospitals have three major system components which area_________.clinical, clinical service support, ancillary serviceclinical, diagnostic, surgicalancillary, clinical, surgicalancillary, clinical, surgicalA.B.C.D.284. What are the three levels of sanitation?disinfection, sterilization, containmentcontainment, sterilization, decontaminationcontainment, sterilization, radiationdisinfection, sterilization, decontaminationA.B.C.D.285. Which of the following is not a disinfection method?physicalbiologicalchemicalgaseousA.B.C.D.286. By itself alcohol has _____ effects on bacterial viruses.extensivelimitedA.B.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 412013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK287. Mercury is best used as a _________.disinfectantcontrolling spore forming bacteriaA.B.288. to maintain an acceptable metabolic rate, confined animals should be house in a_______% relative humidity environment.30-70b 10-3070-10040-50A.B.C.D.289. To maintain an acceptable metabolic rate, confined animals should be housed in a_______% temperature range.80-9064-8452-6440-50A.B.C.D.290. What is pain?unpleasant sensory & emotion experiencephysical processmental processemotional processA.B.C.D.291. Which type of pain arises from internal organs?somaticjointvisceralgasA.B.C.D.292. Which of the following is not a behavioral sign of pain?vocalizationdilated pupilsmuscle rigidityself-mutilationrestlessnessA.B.C.D.E.293. Which of the following are physiological responses to pain?a increased salivationdilated pupilsshallow breathingincreased blood sugarall of the aboveA.B.C.D.E.294. Which of the following is not a layer of skin?epidermisdermishypodermisepitheliumA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 422013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK295. ___________ connects bone to muscle.tendonscartilageligamentshypodermisA.B.C.D.296. Multi-layered arrangement of skin is found in __________.hoovesclawshornsall of the aboveA.B.C.D.297. Which of the following vessels carry blood from the body to the heart?arteriescapillariesaortaveinsA.B.C.D.298. The lymphatic systems consists of lymph nodes, tonsils, thymus and the ___________.lungsspleenbladdergall bladderA.B.C.D.299. Which ruminant stomach removes excess water from stomach contents?abomasumomasumrumenreticulumA.B.C.D.300. The ______is the location of the true enzymatic action in the ruminant digestivesystem.omasumabomasumrumenreticulumA.B.C.D.301. The ________acts as a clearing house for old, worn out red blood cells.kidneyliverspleenthymusA.B.C.D.302. The thoracic cage is a skeletal and cartilaginous structure that surrounds and containsthe_____________.reproductive organsabdominal cavitynervous systemheart and lungsA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 432013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK303. Olfaction is defined as the _______________.sense of smellsense of hearingsense of touchchewingA.B.C.D.304. Phonation is defined as the ______________.sense of smellsense of hearingsense of touchchewingA.B.C.D.305. Which of the following is not a part of the urinary system?bladderurethrakidneysureterA.B.C.D.306. The long extending fiver in a nerve cell is the _______________.dendritesynapsesaxonterminal endA.B.C.D.307. Ill submissive patients should be approached with a _________posture speaking_______.timid, softlybold, loudlybold, softlyerect, slowA.B.C.D.308. Dogs, cats and cattle have an average body temperature of _____________degrees F.101.5100102.5104A.B.C.D.309. Which of the following animals has the lowest pulse and respiratory rates?dogcatshorseswinesheepA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 442013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK310. In the absence of a known birth date, what is the most common means of determiningan animals age?examine bone tissueexamine muscle tissueexamine the teethexamine the hooves/feetA.B.C.D.311. Pre molars and molars are known as ______teeth.wisdomjawcheekdeciduousA.B.C.D.312. Canids are mammals characterized by pointed ________teeth.incisorcaninemolarcheekA.B.C.D.313. ________ hear at a decibel level of 60,000 cycles per second.dogscatsmanA.B.C.314. The two classes of vitamins are__________________.plant, animalfat soluble, water solublefat soluble, protein solublewater soluble, carbohydrate solubleA.B.C.D.315. Animals require __________ quarts of water for each pound of solid feed eaten.1.01.52.02.5.75A.B.C.D.E.316. Fat provides ___________ the energy of carbohydrates.equalhalftwiceone fourthA.B.C.D.317. A pregnant cat is known as a ____________.fillybitchqueengiltA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 452013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK318. Grains contain___________% more energy than roughages.50-10025-3010-155-10A.B.C.D.319. Which of the following is the most important part of the livestock diet?grainroughagewaterfiberA.B.C.D.320. Which of the following knots releases quickly releasing an anima?bowline knotgranny knotreefers knotsquare knotA.B.C.D.321. Applying a nose twitch to a horse should be done by __________ person/persons.12342.75A.B.C.D.E.322. Necrosis may be defined as _________ tissue.scratchedbruiseddeadscabA.B.C.D.323. Gums that are gray, blue or pale rather than pink indicate_______________.feverhypothermiashockpneumoniaA.B.C.D.324. Pressure bandages control____________.bleedingreduce swellingrestrict movementall of the above.A.B.C.D.325. An epidural is an injection in the ______________.lungsnasal passageheart chamberspinal cavityA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 462013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK326. Ringworm is also known as ________________.dermatitisdermatophytosisdermitisstaphitisA.B.C.D.327. Lice infestations are most common in the ________________.winterfallspringyear roundA.B.C.D.328. Meningitis is an infection of the brain____________.coveringtissuecorestemA.B.C.D.329. Grass tetany/grass staggers is the result of a __________ deficiency.calciummagnesiumzincironbiotinA.B.C.D.E.330. Passing a tube into a cows ___________releases gas and relieves bloat.reticulumrumenomasumabomasumA.B.C.D.331. Cystic ovaries seem to be more common in ___________ cattle.beefdairyzebuAsianA.B.C.D.332. _________ is the accumulation of body fat exceeding the amount needed for optimalbody function.malnutritionobesityhypoglycemicanalgesicA.B.C.D.333. Which breed of dogs would be more apt to be a victim of gastric dilatation?PoodleGreat DaneBorder CollieIrish SetterA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 472013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK334. Exposed, susceptible animals are maintained in quarantine for the duration of the________ period of the disease.growthdevelopmentcysticincubationA.B.C.D.335. Isopropyl alcohol ( 50-70% ) is an effective disinfectant for __________cleaning.immersionspotheatcoldA.B.C.D.336. Normal skin has both transient and ___________ microorganisms.permanentdeadresidentnon infectiousA.B.C.D.337. The __________ is a tool used for bloodless castration.emasculatorelastratorburdizzoknifeA.B.C.D.338. The urethral orifice is an opening from the bladder into the reproductive tract of_______________.turkeyschickensmale mammalsfemale mammalsA.B.C.D.339. Labor, the birthing process, begins once the fetus enters the birth canal. The threeterms used to describe this process are ____________ ___________ ____________ .presentation, position, and posturepresentation, position, parturitionlabor, position, parturitionpresentation, position, and preparationA.B.C.D.340. Weaning can be defined as the separation of young animals from their ___________.siresdamsmotherssiblingspen matesA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 482013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK341. The common name for the contagious disease caused by the brucella abortus bacteriais ___________.leptospirosisvibriosisbrucellosisclostridium perfringensA.B.C.D.342. A rabid animal cannot drink because of _________________.intestinal blockagethroat paralysisexcessive nasal swellingpustules in the mouthA.B.C.D.343. Which group was responsible for the development of the Animal Welfare Act?USDACongressUS Veterinary AssociationNew Mexico Dept. of AgricultureA.B.C.D.344. Which of these agencies is responsible for the regulation of animal research?Farm BureauNMDANew Mexico Veterinary AssociationUSDANew Mexico Livestock boardA.B.C.D.E.345. To what animals do the USDA Animal Welfare Act apply?Nonhuman primatesAny live or dead dogAll of theseWarm blooded animal used for researchA.B.C.D.346. Animal researchers attempt to minimize animal pain and use a concept known as thethree Rs as a means of pain reduction. The three Rs are;replacement, reduction, refinementreplacement, refinement, realignmentrefinement, reduction, reducingreplacement, refinement, reallowanceA.B.C.D.347. Utilizing cell cultures rather than a live animal for research would be known asrefinementreductionreplacementnone of theseA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 492013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK348. Utilizing fewer animals in a research project would be known asreductionreplacementrefinementall of the aboveA.B.C.D.349. Reducing an animals pain during a research project would be known asreductionrefinementreplacementA.B.C.350. Using new analgesics, new aesthetics, new bleeding techniques and new surgicaltechniques are a means ofreplacementrefinementreductionA.B.C.351. According to the USDA pain/distress categories an animal that is experiencing no painwould be incategory dcategory acategory Bcategory eA.B.C.D.352. According to the USDA pain/distress categories an animal an animal exposed to apotentially painful procedure for which anesthetics, analgesics, or tranquilizers will beused is in pain categorycategory ccategory acategory bcategory DA.B.C.D.353. Category _______ are those subjected to Painful or stressful procedure without theuse of anesthetics, analgesics or tranquilizers.AEFBA.B.C.D.354. Euthanasia literally meansResearch deathChemical induced deathDeath of a laboratory animalGentle deathA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 502013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK355. The USDA defines euthanasia asAll of theseHumane destruction of an animalRapid unconsciousness and subsequent death without evidence of painPainless loss of consciousness leading to deathA.B.C.D.356. Which of the following is a method of euthanasia?All of thesePhysicalNon-physicalPharmacologic methodsA.B.C.D.357. Physical methods of euthanasia would includeCaptive boltsCervical dislocationDecapitationAll of theseExsanguinationA.B.C.D.E.358. Veterinary medicine is defined asThe cure of animal diseaseScience of prevention of disease in animalsAll of theseThe treatment of injury in animalsA.B.C.D.359. There are approximately _______________ private veterinarians in practice in the US.9122 million12, 51675,00061,000A.B.C.D.E.360. Which of the following is not a field of veterinary practicePublicPrivateSocialIndustryA.B.C.D.361. Anatomy may be defined as the study of the animal _________.BodyNervous systemDigestive systemCirculatory systemA.B.C.D.362. Gross anatomy is the study of structures with theTelescopeMicroscopeNaked EyeMagnifying glassA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 512013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK363. Microscopic anatomy is the study of structures that are __________ to the human eye.VisibleInvisibleHiddenUnsafeA.B.C.D.364. Which of the following is not a part of the lymphatic system?TonsilsLymph nodesTesticleSpleenThymusA.B.C.D.E.365. A glass thermometer should be held in place for _________minutes.13275A.B.C.D.E.366. Body temperature is not affected byExerciseExternal temperatureDaylightAnesthesiaA.B.C.D.367. Which of the following is not a dog group recognized the AKC?HerdingSportingHoundHuntingWorkingA.B.C.D.E.368. Animals require ______ quarts of water for each pound of solid feed eaten.1.01.52.52.03.25A.B.C.D.E.369. The two classes of vitamins areWater soluble and fat solubleWater soluble and digestibleFat soluble and digestibleWater soluble and carbohydrate basedWater soluble and feed based vitaminsA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 522013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK370. The two types of minerals are ______________Macro and miniMacro and microMicro and miniDigestible and non- digestibleA.B.C.D.371. Cats are unique because they have ______Five toes on the fore foot and four toes on the hind footFour toes on the fore foot and five toes on the hind footHair balls in their stomachHave whickersA.B.C.D.372. Which of the following aid in digestion?RoughagesConcentratesA.B.373. When choosing a restraint method which of the following is not a factor?The facilitiesSafety for the animalSafety for the handlerAnimals dispositionType of rope availableA.B.C.D.E.374. Calves should be weaned at _____ months of age3-47-115-91-211-14A.B.C.D.E.375. Foals should be weaned at ___________months of age.2-37-911-1611-154-6A.B.C.D.E.376. Only ____% of Americans rely on animals to complete their daily tasks162522966A.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 532013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK377. The ASPCA was established in ______19681971192918662002A.B.C.D.E.378. Which species does parvo virus generally affect?DogsCatsHorsesRatsSwineA.B.C.D.E.379. Which moisture content would be representative of semi-moist pet foods?23-38 %5-10%45-62%44-59%A.B.C.D.380. Which of the following is not a type of disinfection method?PhysicalEnvironmentalChemicalBiologicalA.B.C.D.381. Which of the following is not a class of chemical disinfectants?FormaldehydeAlkaliesPhenolicsChlorhexidineAldehydesA.B.C.D.E.382. Bedding should be constructed with the animals needs and _______functions in mind.HealthNutritionalBiologicZoonoticReproductiveA.B.C.D.E.383. An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with potential or actualtissue damage is known as _________.PainHungerDiseaseInjuryAgingA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 542013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK384. Which of the following would indicate pain?All of theseVocalizationSilenceSelf mutilationReluctance to moveA.B.C.D.E.385. Which of the following would indicate pain?All of theseChanges in facial expressionMuscle rigidityMuscle weaknessFailure to groomA.B.C.D.E.386. The deep pectoral muscle is locate on an animalsBackSternum areaLoin areaNear the tail headJaw areaA.B.C.D.E.387. A dogs trapezius muscle would be located on itsHipShoulderOn either side of its tailBeneath the stomachBetween its earsA.B.C.D.E.388. Which blood vessels carry blood from the heart to the body?ArteriesVeinsCapillariesNervesVentriclesA.B.C.D.E.389. Which blood vessels carry blood from the body to the heart?NervesArteriesCapillariesVeinsLeft ventricleA.B.C.D.E.390. Which type of blood is pumped to the lungs?DeoxygenatedOxygenatedHealthyRed blood cellsAnemic cellsA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 552013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK391. Which organ acts as a clearing house for old worn out red blood cells?LiverHeartSpleenAppendixKidneyA.B.C.D.E.392. Which of the following is a mongastric animal?EweCowDogDairy goatsWater buffaloA.B.C.D.E.393. Which ruminant stomach removes excess water from the stomach contents?RumenAbomasumReticulumOmasumLymph nodesA.B.C.D.E.394. Which of the following may cause colic in horses?A change of dietParasite infectionExcessive intake of grainAll of theseExcessive intake of hayA.B.C.D.E.395. Breathing is a _________action of the body.VoluntaryInvoluntaryIncidentalIntercostalA.B.C.D.396. Where are intercostal muscles located?Between the ribsOn either side of an animals tail headBeneath the jaw boneBelow the eyeOn the outside of the nasal passageA.B.C.D.E.397. Which of the following is not a part of the urinary system?EpididymisKidneysUretersBladderf. UrethraA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 562013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK398. The pituitary gland is a part of the _______system.NervousDigestiveEndocrineRespiratoryReproductiveA.B.C.D.E.399. Hormones travel through the ________.Blood streamRespiratory systemNervous systemReproductive cellsA.B.C.D.400. Nerve cells are also known as _______.AxonDendritesNeuronsNerve cell bodyA.B.C.D.401. Which of the subdivisions of the brain coordinate muscle movement?CerebrumCerebellumMedulla oblongataNerve fibersA.B.C.D.402. Which of the following is a sign of a healthy animal?Tail tuckedCrouchedAvoiding eye contactEars backNone of theseA.B.C.D.E.403. Which of the following patients can be especially sensitive to smell?Dogs and catsMice and gerbilsCats and horsesReptilesSwine and sheepA.B.C.D.E.404. The burrito method (wrapping in a towel) is especially useful when your patient is a________CanineFelineOvineBovineCapriA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 572013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK405. _________________ is one of the first signs of clinical symptoms of disease or illness.Elevated body temperatureTearingExcessive vocalizationLack of vocalizationA.B.C.D.406. A sponge bath on the jugular vein and legs will lower the temperature of________________SheepSwineHorsesCattleDogsA.B.C.D.E.407. Alcohol applied to the pads of ________ will lower their temperature.CatsDogsChickensHorsesSheepA.B.C.D.E.408. Which of the following animals has a normal body temperature of 101.5?all of thesedogcatbeef cattledairy cattleA.B.C.D.E.409. Which of the following species has the lowest resting pulse rate?PigCattleHorseDogCatA.B.C.D.E.410. Which of the following species has the highest resting respiratory rate?CatsCattlePigDogsSheepA.B.C.D.E.411. In the canine and feline patient the best place to take the arterial pulseis____________Inside the rear legInside the front legBeneath the jawAlong the sternumAdjacent to the tailA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 582013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK412. Which species of animal has incisor teeth that continually erupt?SnakesChickenDogsCatsHorseA.B.C.D.E.413. Dogs are able to hear _____ times better than humans.ThreeTwoFourFiveSixA.B.C.D.E.414. The Bullmastiff is a _________ dog.toysportinghoundworkingmiscellaneousA.B.C.D.E.415. Which of the following domestic animals is best adapted of all at eating a diet of prey?CatsDogsHunting class dogsGuard dogsLong haired catsA.B.C.D.E.416. Which of the following breeds of cattle have Bos Indicus ancestry?AngusHerefordCharolaisBrangusLonghornA.B.C.D.E.417. The Berkshire breed of swine closely resembles which other swine breed?Poland ChinaYorkshireLandraceDurocHampshireA.B.C.D.E.418. Which of the following is not considered a light breed of horses?PaintQuarter HorseThoroughbredAppaloosaBelgianA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 592013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK419. Which of the following is not a plant protein product?CornSoybeansCottonseed mealAlfalfaMilkA.B.C.D.E.420. Which class of nutrients provides energy?CarbohydratesFats and OilsProteinsMineralsVitaminsA.B.C.D.E.421. _________is essential for normal growth, and development.VitaminsFats and oilsCarbohydratesMineralsProteinsA.B.C.D.E.422. The two classes of minerals are___________.Macro and microMacro and miniMicro and majorMajor and macroA.B.C.D.423. A senior dogs diet should be low in ________and _______ to reduce the workload onthe kidneys and heart.Protein, saltFat , saltCarbohydrates, saltOil, saltA.B.C.D.424. The mother cat is referred to as the _______________.SowQueenDoeGiltBarrowA.B.C.D.E.425. Which of the following has a gestation period of 63 days?Dogs and catsRats and chickensRabbits and gerbilsGoats and sheepA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 602013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK426. Large breed puppies such as Labradors need a special diet toprevent________________.ColitisHeart problemsJoint problemsColitisLeptospirosisA.B.C.D.E.427. Queens gain weight the ___________________weeks of pregnancy.Last trimesterFirst three weeksThroughoutFirst trimesterA.B.C.D.428. Which of the following requires a 22% protein diet?RabbitGerbilGuinea pigsHamstersA.B.C.D.429. Which of the following requires supplemental vitamin C because like humans theirbody is unable to manufacture vitamin C.Guinea pigsRabbitsHamstersFerretsA.B.C.D.430. Which of the following feed ingredients is not considered a forage?Pinto BeansOat hayAlfalfaGrass hayA.B.C.D.431. Grains generally provide ______to 100% more energy than forages.8050752566A.B.C.D.E.432. Which of these knots is the least useful?Granny knotSurgeons knotOverhand knotSquare knotBowline knotA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 612013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK433. Cattles eyes enable them to have __________degree panoramic vision.260360300180A.B.C.D.434. Putting a nose twitch on a horse requires______ people.OneTwoThreeFourA.B.C.D.435. Swine are usually restrained using a ____________.Head gateTwitchHalterLeashSnareA.B.C.D.E.436. Sheep instinctively flock together for ________.SocializationBreedingLambingProtectionA.B.C.D.437. When handling rodents they should be grasped at the ______of the tail.basetipmiddleRodents should not be handled by grasping their tail.A.B.C.D.438. Ratites should be moved using ______Stock dogsPanelsHazingOnly after roping and restrainingA.B.C.D.439. Llamas are known to be ________clumsyaggressivestubbornpassiveA.B.C.D.440. Which of the following animals has the ability to spit regurgitate stomach contentswhen agitated.Venomous snakesllamasturkeysgerbilsA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:07 PM 622013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK441. When snakes are handled within_____ to _______ hours after being fed they mayregurgitate.24,488,126,836,48A.B.C.D.442. If a snakes body diameter is larger than ______ it should be supported by two people.Your armA coke bottleA chair legYour ankleA.B.C.D.443. Improper handling of snakes commonly leads to _________Aggressive behaviorShy withdrawn behaviorDislocation of the jawSpinal InjuryA.B.C.D.444. Quite often a lizard will _________ when handled.VomitlSpitDrop its tailPlay deadA.B.C.D.445. ________birds have strong jaws and large heavy bills.PsittacineAltricalPrecocialAntisocialA.B.C.D.446. When handling birds you should_________ the light intensity of the room.IncreaseReduceUse black lightsUse red bulbsUse fluorescent bulbsA.B.C.D.E.447. The physical exam of an ill pet should begin with ___________________-.RestraintObservationWeighing the animalChecking vital signsA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 632013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK448. If a horse is lame the veterinarian may want to perform an initial_____________.A flexion testSurgeryX-raysCat scanMRIA.B.C.D.E.449. What color should mucous membranes be?GreyPinkBluePale whiteA.B.C.D.450. Blood flowing from a vein will be ______ in color.Bright red in a continuous flowbright red flowing in spurtsslow to coagulateDark in colorA.B.C.D.451. If a tourniquet is used it should be loosened every ____ to _____ minutes.20,305,1010,1545,60A.B.C.D.452. What generally determines the dose of drugs prescribed for a patient?Patient weightCause of illness or injurySeason of the yearClimatic conditionsA.B.C.D.453. Common syringe needles used in veterinary clinics will range from ____to_____.16,2018,2214,2414,28A.B.C.D.454. The common solution to clean dirt, hair or dandruff from a patient is _______.70% alcoholIodineHydrogen peroxideCloroxA.B.C.D.455. Which of the following is not a type of common injection?IntradermalIntrudermalIntramuscularSubcutaneouslIntraveinousA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 642013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK456. Fecal samples are commonly examined for evidence of _________.Parasite eggsDisease sporesBacteriFungiVirusA.B.C.D.E.457. A post mortem examination is also known as a ___________.Tissue collectionSurgical procedureSpinal tapNecropsyA.B.C.D.458. The most common source of a disease outbreak is ______________.Contact with an infected animalExchange of blood borne bacteriaContact of mucous membrane tissueContact with infected wound tissueA.B.C.D.459. Transmission routes between the original disease host and the new host includeVenerealSkin contactIngestionInhalationAll of theseA.B.C.D.E.460. Modes of indirect disease transmission includeAll of the aboveVectorsVehiclesFomitesA.B.C.D.461. Which of the following is not a common disease vector?Pickup truckFliesMosquitoesGnatsTicksA.B.C.D.E.462. Mechanical disease transmission generally takes place in a very ________period oftime.ShortLongIntermittentA.B.C.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 652013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK463. The life cycle of a tick may be _____to_____ years.1,22,31,59,11A.B.C.D.464. Which of the following is only transmissible by direct skin contact?LiceScrew wormsRound wormsTape wormsMange liceA.B.C.D.E.465. External parasites are known as _________________.AnthropodsArthropodesDendritesTenticlesVestibulesA.B.C.D.E.466. Which type of animal is especially susceptible to Antrax?RuminantsRodentsHorsesSwinePoultryA.B.C.D.E.467. Anthrax is a zoonotic disease that may affect humans. Humans are susceptible to__________form of antrax.IntestinalCutaneousAll of thesepulmonaryA.B.C.D.468. Brucellosis is found world wide in which of the following types of animals?All of the aboveDomesticWildSemi-domesticA.B.C.D.469. Brucellosis usually affects the _________tract of infected animals.DigestiveReproductiveCirculatoryRespiratoryA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 662013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK470. Brucellosis generally causes ________________.Low birth ratesStunted offspringAbortionsPoor appetitesPoor feed conversionA.B.C.D.E.471. CSD most commonly affects _______________.AdolescentsElderlyAdultsChildrenA.B.C.D.472. Which of the following diseases is also known as parrot fever?ChamydiosisCat scratch feverVibriosisTrichinosisBrucellosisA.B.C.D.E.473. A clinical symptom of chamydiosis would be ______________Bloody stoolsBrown diarrheaGreenish DiarrheaExtreme constipationA.B.C.D.474. Erysipelas is primarily a disease of _________________.FishCattleHorsesPoultrySwineA.B.C.D.E.475. Which group of animals serves as the primary carriers of _______leptospirosis?BirdsFishReptilesRodentsCrustaceansA.B.C.D.E.476. Which of the following diseases has very similar symptoms to rabies?ListerosisBrucellosisWeils diseaseLyme diseasePolioA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 672013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK477. Which of the following are primary reservoirs of Lymes disease?White tailed deerBeef cattleDairy cattleSheepGoatsA.B.C.D.E.478. Which animals may suffer neurological symptoms as a result of Lymes disease?Dogs, catsCats, horsesMice, gerbilsBirds, reptilesMice, ratsA.B.C.D.E.479. Humans have been infected with the Plague as a result of contact with_________________.All of the aboveCoyotesDogsCatsRabbitsA.B.C.D.E.480. The Plague is generally transmitted by ____________.MosquitosFleasBlack flyRecluse spiderA.B.C.D.481. In humans and animals, salmonellosis will cause_________________.All of the aboveWatery diarrheaFeverNauseaVomitingA.B.C.D.E.482. Encephalitis is also known as _____________.Bloody scoursBlind staggersSleeping sicknessGrass tetanyCircling diseaseA.B.C.D.E.483. What region of the US is Hantavirus a problemSoutheastNortheastSouthwestNorthwestA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 682013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK484. Rabies is also known as ______________.HydromaniaAcrophobiaHydrophobiaAquaphobiaA.B.C.D.485. The primary means of rabies transmission is via___________________Blood contactUrineSalivaNecrotic tissue contactA.B.C.D.486. Ringworm is the common name for ______________.DermatophytosisDermatitisEpidermatoposisEpidermatitisPhototropismparasiteA.B.C.D.E.487. Which of the following is a blood parasite responsible for heartworm in dogs?Diroflaria immitisDipylidium caninumDipylidiasisToxocara canisA.B.C.D.488. In dogs the adult heartworm resides in the __________________.Heart Valvesleft ventriclePulmonary veinsJugular veinRight ventricleA.B.C.D.E.489. _______________and____________ commonly affect humans with roundworms.Puppies and kittensMature cattle and calvesSmall pets such as gerbils and hamstersRodentsA.B.C.D.490. The majority of _____________ infected with toxoplasmosis show no symptoms.SwineCattleDogsCatsSheepA.B.C.D.E.491. Viruses are small _________________ organisms.non-cellularcellularA.B.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 692013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK492. Viruses infect animal ___________MembranesTissuesFluidsCellsA.B.C.D.493. Bacteria are tiny ________ celled organisms.Multi-celledSingle-celledNon cellularA.B.C.494. A fungi is a single celled organism that are __________ than bacteria.Largersmallersimilar in sizenot undergoing cellular divisionA.B.C.D.495. Gastroenteritis is the _______________ of the gastrointestinal tract.InfectionInflammationReductionBleedingA.B.C.D.496. Which of the following is the inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nasalpassages?SinusitisRhinitisTonsillitisTBA.B.C.D.497. Peneumonitis is the acute or chronic inflammation of the ______________.Lung tissueEsophagusIntestinal tractReproductive tractA.B.C.D.498. Metritis is the inflammation of the ______________due to viral, protozoal or bacterialinfections.uterusvaginacervixovaryA.B.C.D.499. Mastitis is the inflammation of the _____________.InfindibulumTesticlesScrotumCowpers glandUdder tissueA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 702013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK500. A _______________ cell count would indicate mastitis.WhiteSomaticRed bloodSpermA.B.C.D.501. Warts are fibrous tumors of the _____________________.BoneMuscleSkinNervesA.B.C.D.502. Myocarditis is an inflammation of the ________muscle.HipSternumHeartLungLegA.B.C.D.E.503. Keratoconjunctivitis is an inflammation of the ________________.Surface of the eyeballExternal ear canalInner earCorneaA.B.C.D.504. Ear infections are more common in ________animals.AllLargeSmallEar infections are not a common ailment in animals.A.B.C.D.505. Water makes up about _______% of an animals body.50609085A.B.C.D.506. Which of the following is required for healthy bone growth?MineralsFatsCarbohydratesProteinsA.B.C.D.507. A deficiency of which of the following will contribute to a condition known as grasstetany?PhosphorusIronCalciumMagnesiumA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 712013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK508. Milk fever is created by a deficiency of _____________ following calving.MagnesiumPhosphorusCalciumCobaltA.B.C.D.509. Which class of cattle seem to suffer from cystic ovaries the most?dairybeefrangefeedlot heifersA.B.C.D.510. Dystocia is the term for ____________________.Difficult or impossible birthDisplacement of one or both hipsLambing paralysisLow blood sugarA.B.C.D.511. Animals exposed to excessive high temperatures for extended periods of time maysuffer from __________.HypothermiaHyperthermiaExcessive hydrationPulpy kidney diseaseA.B.C.D.512. ___________ is the first milk produced by female animals that have recently givenbirth.ColostrumClostriciumCalciumSubunitA.B.C.D.513. Bleach is an effective disinfectant. What kind of disinfectant is bleach?AmmoniumAlkaliesFormaldehydeChlorinePhenolA.B.C.D.E.514. Labor begins with the initial contractions of the _____________________.CervixUterusOvariesVaginaA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 722013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK515. The Triceps Brachii muscle is located on the outside of the upper ______________ofcattle.Rib CageNeckShoulderBetween the pastern and kneeA.B.C.D.516. The superficial muscle is located between the _______________of a horse.Front legsRear legsEarsNostrilsA.B.C.D.517. The latissimus dorsi muscle of the dog is located__________________________.Along the upper side of the neckAlong the throatOn the outer side of the front legBehind the shoulder above the upper rib cageA.B.C.D.518. The integumentary system includes the _______and ______________.Skin and skeletal structureSkin and modified skin structuresSkin and digestive structuresSkin and circulatory structuresA.B.C.D.519. Functions of the skin include___________.All of theseDefense against harmful agentsRegulates body temperatureWater balanceReception to stimuliA.B.C.D.E.520. Which of the following is not a layer of skin?DermisEpidermisDydrodermisHypodermisA.B.C.D.521. Which of the following is the outer layer of skin?HypodermisDermisEpidermisDyddrodermisA.B.C.D.522. Which layer of skin is the deepest and contains primarily fat?HypodermisDermisEpidermisA.B.C.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 732013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK523. The ______is a deep layer of skin with dense, irregular connective tissue.EpidermisDermisHypodermisExodermisA.B.C.D.524. Which of the following are modified skin structures?HornsHoovesClawsAll of theseA.B.C.D.525. _________ connect bone to bone.MuscleLigamentsTendonsCartilageA.B.C.D.526. __________ attaches muscle to bone.TendonsLigamentsMuscleCartilageA.B.C.D.527. Smooth muscle, mononucleated and nonstriated muscle is involved in ___________and located in the wall of __________organs.Involuntary, rigidVoluntary, hollowVoluntary , solidInvoluntary, hollowA.B.C.D.528. Skeletal muscle, large, striated, and multi-nucleated, is used for _________ movementand attached to _______.Voluntary, organsInvoluntary, boneVoluntary, boneInvoluntary, eye musclesA.B.C.D.529. Which type of muscle makes up the heart wall?SmoothMono-nucleatedMulti-nucleated, striatedMono-nucleated, striated, branchedA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 742013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK530. Which of the following is a type of bone?All of theseLongShortFlatIrregularA.B.C.D.E.531. Which type of bone has a shaft and two extremities?ShortLongIrregularFlatA.B.C.D.532. Which type of bone is the same dimension in all directions?FlatLongShortHollowIrregularA.B.C.D.E.533. _________ bones have two surfaces that are parallel to each otherOneThreeTwoFourA.B.C.D.534. Bone functions include_______________________.All of theseSupportProtectionMineral regulationHemopoiesisA.B.C.D.E.535. Muscles are a collection of ___________cells.ElongatedRoundElasticMeiosisA.B.C.D.536. Muscle cells have the ability to ___________and __________ to produce movementand generate force.Contract, thickenContract, shortenElongate, stretchContract, elongateA.B.C.D.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 752013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK537. A distinguishing feature of muscle is its high level of ______________.FatCarbohydrateWaterProteinMineralsA.B.C.D.E.538. What type of blood is pumped into the lungs?DeoxygenatedOxygenatedOxygenated and deoxygenatedBlood is not pumped into the lungsA.B.C.D.539. How many chambers are found in the heart?SixTwoThreeFourA.B.C.D.540. Deoxygenated blood is returned to the heart through the _____________.Left atriumRight atriumRight ventricleLeft ventricleA.B.C.D.541. Oxygenated blood from the lungs is sent through left atrium to the left _______.VentricleAortaRight atriumLeft atriumA.B.C.D.542. Blood leaving the heart is pumped through the_________ to other organs of the body.Left aortaJugularLeft ventricleAortaLungsA.B.C.D.E.543. The moderator band is located in the ________________.PenisRectumCecumDuodenumHeartA.B.C.D.E.Tuesday, October 02, 2012 2:46:08 PM 762013 VET SCIENCE TEST BANK544. Lymph vessels run parallel to the ___________ systemVenousNervousArterialDigestiveA.B.C.D.545. The ___________ serves in the normal development and maintenance ofimmunologic cells.SpleenCowpersThymusGall bladderA.B.C.D.546. The process of __________ involves the mouth, teeth, tongue, lips, cheeks, andpalate.PrehensionDigestionAbsorptionEliminationA.B.C.D.547. Which ruminant stomach eliminates water as a part of the digestive process?OmasumAbomasumReticulumRumenA.B.C.D.548. Which two ruminant stomachs work together with symbiotic bacteria and protozoa to