Fall 2011 Veterinary Pet Care Final
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1. Why might a wound in Pet A take longer to heal than the same wound in Pet B
a. Pet A may be older than Pet B
b. Pet A may have other medical conditions
c. Pet A may have poor nutrition
d. All of the above could be adequate explanations
2. Which of the following is NOT a way in which bandaging promotes healing?
a. Reduces infection
b. Constricts the flow of blood so that more white blood cells can get to the injury
c. Prevents re-opening the injury through scratching, bumping, or biting
d. Absorbs seepage, keeping the wound dry.
3. Which of the following is NOT a rule of bandaging?
a. Bandages should be changed every day or two
b. A wound should be examined daily
c. The wound should be kept clean and dry between bandage changes
d. A pad should be lifted and the wound should be checked periodically until the bleeding stops.
4. Which is NOT a standard, regular component of a bandage?
a. Absorbent Pad b. Gauze c. Antibiotic d. Tape
5. What is the function of the absorbent pad?
a. Prevents “stickage” and keeps the wound dry and clean
b. Keeps the bandage components in place
c. Allows the wound to breathe
d. Prevents dilation of the blood vessels
6. Which of the following would NOT be suitable as the absorbent pad?
a. A clean cloth b. A Tefla nonstick pad c. A thick paper towel
d. A lint-free dish towel
7. What is the function of the gauze?
a. Prevents “stickage” and keeps the wound dry and clean
b. Keeps the bandage components in place
c. Allows the wound to breathe
d. Prevents dilation of the blood vessels
8. How tightly should gauze be applied?
a. Enough to prevent swelling in the wound
b. Enough so that only one finger can fit underneath
c. Enough so that 1-2 fingers can fit underneath
d. Enough so that it stays put but can be removed with little or no effort
9. What is the function of the tape?
a. Prevents “stickage” and keeps the wound dry and clean
b. Keeps the bandage components in place
c. Allows the wound to breathe
d. Prevents dilation of the blood vessels
10. If you are trying to control bleeding and the absorbent pad becomes soaked, what should you do?
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a.
b.
c.
d.
Remove the pad and replace it with a clean pad
Continue to hold the soaked pad in place and allow the blood to drip
Cover the first pad with a second unused pad
Remove the first pad and examine the wound for additional injury
11. If a pet has long hair, should it be clipped prior to applying a bandage?
a. Yes – wherever a bandage will be applied, the hair should be removed
b. Yes – the hair should be shaved to the skin immediately around the wound
c. Yes – the hair should be clipped short within one inch of the wound
d. No – the hair will help prevent infection
12. Which of the following would be acceptable for flushing a wound free of debris?
a. Saline solution
b. Weak iodine solution
c. Clean water
d. All of the above would be acceptable
13. An antiseptic is…
a. A substance that inhibits the growth and reproduction of bacteria, such as iodine
b. Another name for antibiotics
c. A substance that should be avoided when applying a bandage
d. All of the above
14. When applying gauze, how many times should the gauze wrap around the wound?
a. 1 time
b. 1-2 times
c. 2-3 times
d. 5+ times
15. What is the first thing you should always do in a pet emergency?
a. Call the police
b. Call a veterinarian
c. Make sure the scene is safe to take action
d. Check the animal’s ABCs
16. In emergency responses, what are the “ABCs”?
a. Animal Biological Conditions
b. Airway, Breathing, and Color of Gums
c. Airway, Beats, and Color of Gums
d. Airway, Breathing, and Circulation
17. Before leaving for the veterinarian, you should always ____ them
a. Pay b. Call c. Email d. Text
18. If a dog is breathing but has no heartbeat, which of the following would be the appropriate response?
a. Begin rescue breathing through the dog’s nose; chest compressions are not needed.
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b. Perform chest compressions; rescue breathing is not needed.
c. Perform CPR, in which you would do 3-5 chest compressions for every breath.
d. Perform 5 rapid abdominal thrusts and check the airway.
19. If a dog is not breathing but has a heartbeat, which of the following would be the appropriate response?
a. Begin rescue breathing through the dog’s nose; chest compressions are not needed.
b. Perform chest compressions; rescue breathing is not needed.
c. Perform CPR, in which you would do 3-5 chest compressions for every breath.
d. Perform 5 rapid abdominal thrusts and check the airway.
20. If a dog is choking, which of the following would be the appropriate response?
a. Begin rescue breathing through the dog’s nose; chest compressions are not needed.
b. Perform chest compressions; rescue breathing is not needed.
c. Perform CPR, in which you would do 3-5 chest compressions for every breath.
d. Perform 5 rapid abdominal thrusts and check the airway.
21. If a dog has no heartbeat and is not breathing, which of the following would be the appropriate response?
a. Begin rescue breathing through the dog’s nose; chest compressions are not needed.
b. Perform chest compressions; rescue breathing is not needed.
c. Perform CPR, in which you would do 3-5 chest compressions for every breath.
d. Perform 5 rapid abdominal thrusts and check the airway.
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22. A sign that you are successfully giving the dog artificial respiration is…
a. A dog that recovers
b. The sound of moving air
c. A rising chest
d. A wagging tail
23. Which of the following is an appropriate place to check for a pulse?
a. The left armpit
b. The abdomen
c. The right armpit
d. Both A and B
24. When doing CPR, how often do you check the ABCs after you begin?
a. After every breath
b. After 2 minutes of compressions and breaths
c. After 10 minutes of compressions and breaths
d. When the dog regains consciousness
25. If you are doing CPR by yourself, you would give ____ breaths for every ____ compressions.
a. 1; 3 b. 1; 5 c. 1; 2 d. 1; 1
26. If you are doing CPR with another person, you would give ____ breaths for every ____ compressions.
a. 1; 3 b. 1; 5 c. 1; 2 d. 1; 1
27. If the dog is small, they should face __________ during CPR. If they are large, they should face _______.
a. Away from you; Towards you b. Towards you; Away from you c. Away from you; Away from you
28. The dog should always be on its ________ side during CPR
a. Right b. Left c. Bottom d. Back
29. If a dog is choking, what should you do before trying the Heimlich maneuver?
a. Perform rescue breathing
b. Perform CPR
c. Dislodge the object by hand
d. Pat the dog on the back firmly
30. How many abdominal thrusts should you perform during the Heimlich before checking the airway again?
a. 1 b. 5 c. 10 d. Keep doing the Heimlich until the object is visible
31. If the dog is too big to lift against your chest, how should you position the dog for the Heimlich?
a. Lay it on its side b. Lay it on its back c. Lay it on its stomach d. None of the above
32. Abdominal thrusts should be performed ____________ during the Heimlich.
a. Above the rib cage b. On the rib cage c. Below the rib cage
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33. If your dog has an object embedded in a wound (such as an arrow, knife, or stick), what should you do prior to
going to the veterinarian?
a. Remove the object carefully and apply pressure to control bleeding
b. Wrap the bandage around the object to secure it. Cut the object if it is long
c. Push the object through to the other side
d. Put a blanket over the object.
34. If a dog is in a traffic accident, what should you do after calling the police but before checking the animal?
a. Move them out of traffic b. Perform rescue breathing c. CPR d. Chest compressions
35. If a dog has exposed organs due to an accident, what must you do?
a. Bandage the organs with dry gauze
b. Rinse the organs with rubbing alcohol
c. Cover the organs with a warm blanket
d. Cover the organs with a moist clean towel
36. If your dog is poisoned and you are advised to make the dog vomit, what should you do?
a. Feed the dog 3% hydrogen peroxide at a rate of one bottle per 10 lbs of body weight
b. Feed the dog moist dog food
c. Give the dog milk; then feed it moist dog food
d. Give the dog 1 teaspoon of 3% hydrogen peroxide per 10 lbs of body weight after giving it moist dog
food
37. When taking a dog to a vet to treat if for poisoning, what should you bring with you?
a. The poison b. The vomit c. All of the above
38. A first degree burn would have the following symptoms
a. Peeling or charred white skin
b. Reddened skin and singed hair
c. Normal Skin
d. Blistered skin and the hair is burned off
39. A third degree burn would have the following symptoms
a. Peeling or charred white skin
b. Reddened skin and singed hair
c. Normal Skin
d. Blistered skin and the hair is burned off
40. Which of the following is an appropriate response to heat stroke in dogs?
a. Place the dog in cold water as soon as you can
b. Place the dog in warm water as soon as you can
c. Cover the dog with a towel and douse it with ice water
d. Cover the dog with a towel and douse it with tepid water (or any nontoxic fluid)
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41. If a dog has an object stuck in its eye, you should…
a. Rinse the eye b. Leave the object in place c. Cover the eyes with moist bandages d. All of the above
42. If a dog has heatstroke, you must first…
a. Rinse the dog with ice water
b. Move the dog to a cool place
c. Rinse the dog with tepid water
d. Feed the dog moist dog food and water
43. If a dog has a cut paw, what should you do?
a. Remove any debris from the paw (unless it will worsen the bleeding); clean the paw and wrap it with
antibiotic cream, pads, gauze, and tape
b. Leave all objects embedded in the paw and tightly wrap the bandage around them
c. Rinse the paw with 3% hydrogen peroxide; do not use bandages or it won’t heal
d. Perform rescue breathing
44. What should you do to your dog to prevent shock on the way to a veterinarian after an emergency?
a. Rinse the dog with tepid water
b. Feed the dog moist dog food
c. Cover the dog’s eyes with a moist bandage
d. Cover the dog with a blanket
45. These can take the form of simple sugars, milk, starches, and fiber.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
46. These can be either macro or micro
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
47. These are made of amino acids.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
48. These are necessary for a glossy coat and smooth skin.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
49. These can increase satiety while decreasing the amount of time food spends in the digestive tract.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
50. These are high in Vitamins A,D,E,and K
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
51. These can be water soluble or fat soluble.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
52. A diet too low in this can lead to diverticulosis.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
53. These can be saturated or unsaturated.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
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54. These were discovered by E.V. McCollum at UW Madison in 1917.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
55. A diet too low in these can cause skeletal deformities.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
56. A diet too low in these can lead to poor blood clotting, skin lesions, dry coat, and calluses.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
57. The animal versions of these are better than the plant-based versions
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
58. These are enzymes, or biological catalysts
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
59. A diet to low in these can cause weakened teeth and gums and a reduced ability to get energy from food.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
60. These assist in the formation of blood and bones, ensure the correct composition of bodily fluids, and help to
carry oxygen in the blood.
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
61. Why should a dog’s diet NOT include milk?
a. Milk is bad for all living things.
b. Milk can cause a buildup of calcium which is toxic to dogs
c. Milk cannot be digested by dogs after they are weaned
d. None of the above – milk should be included in a dog’s diet
62. How would a dog have gotten carbohydrates in the wild prior to domestication?
a. From grasses
b. From the stomachs of their prey
c. From humans
d. None of the above – dogs never consumed carbohydrates naturally
63. What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?
a. Saturated fats have hydrogen on every available carbon bond
b. Unsaturated fats have hydrogen on every available carbon bond
c. Saturated fats are liquid at room temperature
d. Unsaturated fats are solid at room temperature.
64. What is the difference between an essential amino acid and a non-essential amino acid?
a. Essential amino acids are produced by a dog’s body.
b. Non-essential amino acids are produced by a dog’s body.
c. Essential amino acids are not needed for a dog’s body to function
d. Non-essential amino acids are not needed for a dog’s body to function
65. Why are animal-based proteins better for a dog than plant-based proteins?
a. Animal-based proteins are higher in fat
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b. Plant-based proteins are higher in fat
c. Animal based proteins have a wider variety of amino acids
d. Plant-based proteins are toxic to a dog
66. Which vitamin is water-soluble?
a. A b. E c. B d. K
67. Large, smell stools and dental tartar build-up are characteristic of over-feeding what nutrient?
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
68. Obesity is most closely linked to over-feeding which nutrient?
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Minerals
69. Clean, fresh supplies of what nutrient must be available at all times to your dog?
a. Carbohydrates b. Fat & Oils c. Proteins d. Vitamins e. Water
70. All pet food sold in the United States is regulated by the…
a. FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine
b. The Health and Human Services Department
c. The Social Security Administration
d. State agencies
71. A dog food’s name is “Kay-Nighn Beef Dog Food”. How much of this product must be beef?
a. 95% b. 25% c. 3% d. A detectable amount
72. A cat food is named “Fee-Line Cat Food with Chicken”. How much of this product must be chicken?
a. 95% b. 25% c. 3% d. A detectable amount
73. A dog food is named “Hungry Herder’s Pork Entrée”. How much of this product must be pork?
a. 95% b. 25% c. 3% d. A detectable amount
74. A cat food is boringly named “Salmon Flavored Cat Food”. How much of this product must be salmon?
a. 95% b. 25% c. 3% d. A detectable amount
75. The Net Quantity Statement tells you…
a. How much to feed your pet
b. How to contact the company if you have problems
c. How much product is in the container
d. How much of the product is water weight
76. All ingredients must listed by order of their….
a. Weight b. Moisture c. Cost d. Smell
77. Dog Food I has meat as its first ingredient. Dog Food II has meat meal as its first ingredient. Which likely has
more protein?
a. Dog Food I b. Dog Food II c. You can’t tell from this description
78. To absolutely determine which dog food has the most protein (or fat), you would need to check the…
a. Net Quantity Statement b. Manufacturer’s Address c. Guaranteed Analysis d. Ingredient List
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79. A pet food must list the maximum possible percentage of…
(hint: this is the level they cannot exceed)
a. Protein and Fat b. Fiber and Moisture c. Fat and Moisture d. Protein and Fiber
80. A cat food with the Nutritional Adequacy Statement of “Maintenance Ration”, tells you…
a. This food is intended for any cat at any stage of life
b. This food is intended only for adult cats that are not pregnant or lactating
c. This food is intended only for kittens
d. This food is not suitable for a primary food for your cat
81. Feeding directions…
a. Must be followed exactly as printed
b. Are always wrong
c. Should be followed initially but then adjusted to fit the animals’ consumption, activity level, etc.
d. Used as a guideline unless the animal is pregnant; if so, the animal should not get more than directed
82. A food labeled “premium” is…
a. Probably no different than other non-premium foods
b. Higher in nutritional value and probably costs more
c. Made based on strict federal guidelines that are inspected annually
d. Always better for your pet
83. When selecting a commercial pet food, the most important thing to check is whether or not it has…
a. An AAFCO label
b. A “natural” label
c. BHA or BHT as a preservative
d. No expiration date
84. The first ingredient usually should be…
a. A cereal grain b. Meat c. Water
d. Tocopherols
85. The best cereal grain in order to avoid a food allergy in your pet food is…
a. Corn b. Wheat c. Soybeans d. Rice
86. When using a new dog food, you should…
a. Immediately get rid of the old dog food; it is probably stale
b. Use up the old dog food first before feeding any of the new dog food
c. Mix ¼ of the new dog food with ¾ of the old dog food and gradually shift
d. All of the above would be ideal for your dog
87. At all times, your dog should have access to
a. Water b. Food c. Treats d. All of the above
88. AAFCO stands for…
a. American Agricultural Food Commission Official
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b. Association of American Feed Control Officials
c. Agricultural Administration of Feed, Condiments, and Others
d. All Awesome Farmers Cook Omelets
89. Pet obesity affects ________ of dogs.
a. 5 b. 10 c. 40 d. 66
90. An obese animal will have a lifespan that is ____________ on average.
a. 6 years shorter
b. 4 years shorter
c. 2 years shorter
d. Exactly the same
91. Obesity occurs…
a. When a pet consumes more calories than an average dog
b. When a pet’s weight is higher than average
c. When a pet consumes the wrong kind of food
d. When consumption of calories exceeds their use of calories
92. BCS stands for…
a. Body Caloric Supply b. Bodily Check System c. Body Condition Score d. Bowl Championship Series
93. A healthy animal would have a BCS score of…
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4
94. When palpating the ribs of an obese animal, you would see and feel which of the following?
a. You would be able to see the ribs but you would not be able to feel them
b. You would be able to feel the ribs but you would not be able to see them
c. You could both see and feel the animal’s ribs
d. You could neither see nor feel the animal’s ribs
95. When seen from above, a healthy animal should have a ________ shape
a. Round b. Pear c. Hourglass d. Pyramid
96. When examining the tail head, or base of the tail, of a healthy animal, you should feel…
a. Only bone
b. Only tissue
c. A thin layer of tissue over the bone
97. If a dog has a severe hourglass shape with no discernable body fat, an accentuated abdominal tuck, and an
obvious loss of muscle mass, it would have a BCS score of…
a. 1 b. 2. c. 3 d. 4 e. 5
98. If you can palpate the ribs of a dog but only with a lot of difficulty, the dog probably has a BCS score of...
a. 1 b. 2. c. 3 d. 4 e. 5
99. A pet placed on a weight loss program should never lose more than ___ of their body weight per week.
a. 2 b. 5 c. 10 d. 20
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100.
a.
b.
c.
d.
A dog that loses more weight per week than recommended will experience which of the following?
Lost muscle mass
Slowed metabolism
Increased difficulty in losing weight
All of the above
a.
b.
c.
d.
The best evidence for a veterinarian to prescribe a weight-loss program is…
The dog’s weight
The dog’s current caloric intake
The dog’s activity level
The dog’s opinion
101.
102.
Why is a more expensive low-calorie dog food necessary for healthy weight loss?
a. It will reduce the volume of food that the dog eats
b. It will lower the dog’s appetite, preventing them from eating the same volume as before
c. It will provide the same volume of food and the same amount of nutrients without the same amount of
calories
d. It will help dog food company executives buy a new boat; they make ask you to join them
103.
c.
d.
Should a dog on a diet receive treats?
Yes (as long as it does not exceed 10% of their calories) it reinforces good behavior
No – treats are the first thing that should be cut from a dog’s diet as they are not necessary for their
body
Yes – treats are a small enough part of their diet that it doesn’t make any difference what you feed them
No – treats are never good for a dog
a.
b.
c.
d.
How often should dogs exercise per day?
20 minutes twice per day
40 minutes, all at once
2 hours per day
Exercise is not necessary for weight management
a.
b.
c.
d.
What breeds of dogs should have a coat for cold-weather exercise?
All kinds of dogs
Small Dogs
Short-haired breeds
Both B and C
a.
b.
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105.
106.
Dogs _______ are especially prone to the formation of painful ice balls on the pads of their feet.
a. That are small in size b. That are large in size c. With short hair d. With long hair
107.
Ice balls can be prevented in winter by…
a. Walking only on sidewalks b. Taking your dog inside
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c. Apply boots, Vaseline, or cooking oil
The BCS of a dog should be checked and monitored regularly because…
a. It can save you money
b. It can help you to catch other problems, like glandular disorders
c. It is more effective to prevent obesity than to treat it
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d. All of the above
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