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42 Cards in this Set
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The sac that the heart is contained in is called the
A) Pericardium B) Endocardium C) Ventricle D) Bundle of His |
A
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The term that describes difficulty in breathing when laying down is:
A) Ascites B) Syncope C) Lethargy D) Orthopnea |
d
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Zinc poisoning may result in:
A) Hemolysis B) Seizures C) Blindness D) Bone marrow suppression |
A
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The predominant toxic component in chocolate is:
A) THC B) Theobromine C) Metaldehyde D) Zinc |
B
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Which of the following valves of the heart have the point of maximum intensity on the left side of the animal's chest? (Check all that apply)
A) Tricuspid valve B) Aortic valve C) Pulmonic valve D) Mitral valve |
B,C,D
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Blood flow from the heart through blood vessels to all parts of the body and back to the heart is referred to as:
A) systemic circulation. B) cardiac circulation. C) full circulation. D) pulmonary circulation. |
A
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Which muscle layer makes up the majority of the heart mass?
A) Endocardium B) Myometrium C) Myocardium D) Pericardium |
C
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Anticonvulsants that are commonly used to control seizuring attributed to poisonings include:
A) Diazapam and phenobarbital B) Apomorphine and diazepam C) Apomorphine and furosemide D) Metaldehyde and phenobarbital |
A
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Emesis is contraindicated in the following species because of their inability to vomit:
A) Hamsters and rabbits B) Ferrets and pigs C) Cats and ferrets D) Ferrets and dogs |
A
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What is an antidote for ingestion of anticoagulant rodenticides?
A) Xylazine B) Vitamin B6 C) Vitamin K1 D) Naloxone |
C
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The term that describes a bloody nasal discharge is:
A) Hemothorax B) Epistaxis C) Hemoptysis D) Hemoperitoneum |
B
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The term that describes a greater than normal respiratory rate is:
A) Dyspnea B) Apnea C) Hyperventilation D) Orthopnea E) Tachypnea |
E
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____________ is the term used to describe the abnormal presence of blood in the thoracic cavity.
A) Pneumothorax B) Pleural C) Hypoxia D) Hemothorax |
D
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A watery / serous nasal discharge may be caused by which of the following: (Check all that apply)
A) May be normal B) Uncomplicated viral infection C) Irritant D) Allergy |
A,B,C,D
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The term that describes a normal heart rhythm but a faster than normal heart rate on an ECG is:
A) Sinus Bradycardia B) Normal Sinus Rhythm C) Ventricular Bradycardia D) Sinus Tachycardia |
D
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Nursing care of an animal with URT disorder includes:
A) Clean nasal discharges to maintain nasal patentcy B) Provide humidified air to loosen secretions to aid in removal C) Improve palatability/smell of food D) Coupage E) A, B, and C F) All of the above |
E
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_____________ is the term used to describe the abnormal presence of air in the thoracic cavity.
A) Hemothorax B) Pneumothorax C) Pleural D) Hypoxia |
B
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The most common sign of upper respiratory disease is:
A) Pulmonary edema B) Hemoptysis C) Nasal discharge D) Coughing |
C
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The term that describes an accumulation of fluid between the layers of the tissue that line the lungs and chest cavity is:
A) Ascites B) Pleural effusion C) Orthopnea D) Pulmonary edema |
B
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An increased effort in breathing is called:
A) Coughing B) Coupage C) Hypoxia D) Dyspnea |
D
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When providing oxygen to a patient via an e-collar, it is important to place clear plastic wrap on no more than 2/3 rds of the e-collar.
A) True B) False |
A
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Accessory structures of the respiratory system include:
A) Oral cavity B) Rib cage C) Diaphragm D) Larynx E) A, B, and C F) All of the above |
E
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The gasses that are normally exchanged in the lungs include:
A) CO B) CO2 C) H2O D) O2 E) B and D F) All of the above |
E
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The term that describes a greater than normal respiratory rate is:
A) Tachypnea B) Dyspnea C) Apnea D) Orthopnea E) Hyperventilation |
A
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Clinical signs of mild lower respiratory disease include:
A) Nasal discharge B) Coughing C) Dyspnea D) Reverse sneezing E) B and C |
E
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URT disease is usually a life-threatening condition.
A) True B) False |
B
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Which of the following is an important consideration for proper nutrition for a patient suffering from heart disease?
A) Severe sodium restriction for mild clinical signs B) Moderate to severe protein restriction C) Mild to moderate sodium restriction based on severity of clinical signs D) Severe restriction of calories |
C
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Pain and stress can cause an increase in the respiratory rate of an animal.
A) True B) False |
A
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Cage rest and oxygen administration is very important for an animal in respiratory distress.
A) True B) False |
A
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Which of the following is the natural sequence of conduction through the heart.
A) SA Node, Purkinje Fibers, Bundle of His, AV Node B) SA Node, AV Node, Bundle of His, Purkinje Fibers C) Purkinje Fibers, Bundle of His, AV Node, SA Node D) SA Node Bundle of His, AV Node, Purkinje Fibers |
B
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Clinical signs in a patient with respiratory distress may include:
A) Abnormal lung sounds B) Tachypnea C) Shallow or labored respiratory effort D) Abnormal mucous membrane color E) Vigorous resistance to restraint F) All of the above |
F
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On an ECG tracing, the section that coincides with the spread of electrical activity over the ventricles and the beginning of their contraction is the:
A) QRS Complex B) T Wave C) P Wave D) VPC |
A
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Peristalsis is:
A) the process where GI tract contents are mixed and the movement of the food is slowed B) coordinated contractions and relaxation of muscle layers resulting in movement of food along the digestive tract C) the serious dental condition occuring when dental tartar is allowed to build up and break down of the ligaments occur D) the problem that occurs when the intestine leaks fluid into the abdominal cavity |
B
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Simple constipation may be treated with which of the following?
A) Enema B) Stool softener such as laxatone C) Adding canned pumpkin to the normal food D) A and B E) All of the above |
E
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Live microorganisms that, when eaten regularly, can have beneficial effects on human intestinal function to help promote overall health and a healthy immune system are called:
A) Pathogenic bacteria B) Normal flora C) Probiotics D) Laxatone |
C
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Place the sections of the large intestine in the proper order from proximal to distal:
A) Descending colon, ascending colon, transverse colon B) Ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon C) Transverse colon, ascending colon, descending colon D) Ascending colon, descending colon, transverse colon |
B
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Feces covered with mucus is generally seen with problems affecting the:
A) Colon and rectum B) Duodenum C) Jejunum D) Ileum |
A
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Which of the following events is characteristic of regurgitation?
A) Rarely occurs immediately or soon after swallowing food B) Active event which includes abdominal effort C) Passive event with no abdominal effort D) Usually includes nausea, retching, and hypersalivation |
C
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The process of emptying the stomach towards the mouth with active abdominal effort is:
A) Vomiting B) Regurgitation C) Deglutition D) Mastication |
A
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Blood in the vomitus is termed:
A) Dyschezia B) Obstipation C) Hematochezia D) Hematemesis |
D
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A common finding with chronic small bowel disease is:
A) Normal volume of feces B) Increase in urgency to defecate C) Straining to defecate D) Weight loss |
D
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The following clinical signs can be seen with small bowel disease:
A) Increase frequency of bowel movements B) No straining C) No urgency D) Weight loss E) B, C, and D F) All of the above |
E
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