The integumentary system includes the...

Dermis, Sweat Glands, Anal Glands, Hair follicles

Cats with feline asthma should...

Kept in low-stress and stress free environments

Where is a horse's blind spot?

Behind the head or under the chin

What is the difference between regurgitation and vomiting?

Regurg. is passive and vomiting is active.

Which of these is not a part of the large intestine?

All of these are part of the large intestine

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1
The integumentary system includes the...
Dermis
Sweat Glands
Anal Glands
Hair follicles
2
Differential blood films can only be done using a differential blood film machine.
True
False
3
Discospondylitis is zoonotic
True
False
4
Horses have more than one gallbladder.
True
False
5
The definition of carcinogenic is....
Cancer causing
Disease of the cornea
Cellular pathogen
Congenital disease
6
Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease
Only zoonotic to people with compromised immune systems
True
False
Not zoonotic, but infectious to other animals
7
In what type of dogs is tracheal collapse most common?
Large breeds
Small breeds
8
Which of the following tests is best for diagnosing Giardia?
AGT
Intradermal Skin Testing
Immunofluorescence
ELISA
9
What type of fracture is this?
Greenstick
Fissured
Oblique
Transverse
10
Cats with feline asthma should...
Kept in low-stress and stress free environments
Be on liquid diets
Not be housed with other cats
Be kept unvaccinated
11
Inspiration occurs when....
Air exits the body
Air enters the body
Air is stagnant in the body
The trachea is damaged
12
A dog bit by a tick is now presenting with lameness, joint paint, and anemia. She likely has...
Notoedries
Lyme Disease
Microsporum Canis
Parasitic Infestation
13
Why is collimation of the primary beam important?
To increase opacity
The primary beam SHOULD NOT be collimated!
To reduce x-ray time
To reduce scatter
14
A malignant tumor is...
Cancerous
Spreading
In the brain
Not cancerous
15
The best way to treat fleas is by using medicated shampoos, dips, and powders all together.
False
True
16
BID can also be written
q6h
q8h
q12h
qod
17
Based on it's stance, this foal is likely experiencing...
Uroliths
Urinary Bladder Rupture
Pyelonephritis
Renal Failure
18
The gingiva refers to...
The gums
The jaw
The tongue
The teeth
19
Lysosomes dissolve particles using....
Enzymes
Vacuoles
Ribosomes
Nuclear membranes
20
Lipomas are....
Malignant
Benign
21
This hormone is produced during the "fight or flight" response
Epinephrine
Insulin
HGH
T3
22
Skin diseases are very common for horses
True
False
23
How many ureters does a cat have?
4
1
3
2
24
The bulla is connected to the pharynx by
Vestibular apparatus
Eustachian tubes
Tympanic bulla
Choclea
25
Where is a horse's blind spot?
On top of their head
On left side
On right side
Behind the head or under the chin
26
Sound waves are converted to mechanical energy and then converted to fluid waves.
False
True
27
EHV-1 (equine herpes) is the most common cause of viral abortions
False
True
28
Thromboembolism causes
Pain in hind limbs
Cold Limbs
All of the above
Hind Leg Paralysis
29
This body system consists of glands that shoot hormones directly into the bloodstream.
Alimentary
Urinary
Endocrine
Cardiovascular
30
What part of the brain controls temperature regulation and vomiting?
Cerebrum
Hypothalamus
Cerebellum
Medulla
31
Cones handle what part of vision?
Cones are not a part of vision
Light vision
Color vision
Night vision
32
What is the difference between regurgitation and vomiting?
Regurg. is not related to the stomach, vomiting is.
Regurg. is throwing up food, vomiting is throwing up bile.
Regurg. only happens in birds, vomiting happens in mammals.
Regurg. is passive and vomiting is active.
33
One way to decrease loss is...
Charge higher fees
Keep proper inventory records
Give longer breaks
Promote employees
34
Insertion of a needle into the bladder to take a sterile urine sample
Cystocentesis
Cystitis
Agglutination
Urethrostomy
35
What part of the needle is this?
Shaft
Barrel
Hub
Bevel
36
Negative contrast media will show up....
Radiolucent
Radiopaque
It won't show up
Foggy
37
The depressed area on a flat bone that muscle can fit into...
Fossa
Epiphysis
Sesamoid
Medullary Cavity
38
Rigid endoscopy is best for a colonoscopy.
True
False
39
The medullary cavity holds...
The cortical shell
Bone marrow
Metal plates
Cartilage
40
The generic name for Flagyl is
Metronidozale
Ciprofloxacin
Ketaconazole
Fluconazole
41
The other name for African Sleeping Sickness is...
Bordatella
Strangles
Encephalitis
Rhinitis
42
Whiskers are sensitive to touch
False
True
43
Which antitussive can possibly cause constipation?
Guaifenesin
Hydrocodone
Butorphanol
Dextromethorphan
44
Which of these is not a part of the large intestine?
All of these are part of the large intestine
Descending
Ascending
Transverse
45
The space between the ribs
Intercostal
Intrasternum
Introcostal
Interribular
46
Static and Dynamic are the two types of:
Neural Impulses
Equilibrium
Nystagmus
Auditory Pathways
47
Glucocorticoids are a type of anti-inflammatory drug
False
True
48
Alcohols are effective against bacteria.
False
True
49
Why should you keep a rabbit's spine curved when handling?
Because it's cuter that way
To prevent being scratched
To prevent head injuries
To prevent spinal cord injury
50
The cervical vertebrae is located caudal to the thoracic.
False
True
51
Which of the following is NOT a liver function test?
ALT
GGT
BMT
AST
52
A balling gun administers what type of medication to cattle?
Topical Ointment
Intramuscular
Otic Drops
Oral
53
The hock is also called the
Scapulohumeral
Femorotibial
Tarsus
Lumbosacral
54
Vomiting hairballs is not cause for concern in cats
True
False
55
Which breed has their own heart disease named after them?
Dobermans
Spaniels
Golden Retrievers
Boxers
56
Many animals' ovaries are held by this instead of fallopian tubes
Abdominal Horns
Cervical Horns
Vaginal Horns
Uterine Horns
57
Lead poisioning, rabies, and trauma can all cause
Degenerative Myelopathy
Laryngeal Paralysis
Megaesophagus
Deafness
58
Dx is medical shorthand for
Diagnosis
Demodex
Death
Dextrose
59
Which of the following is NOT an appropriate description of urine sample turbidity?
See-through
Clear
Opaque
Hazy
60
Which of the following is not a clinical sign of DCM?
Weight gain
Ascites
Exercise Intolerance
Heart murmur
61
Heparin is used for this purpose...
Treatment of electrolyte imbalance
Restoration of WBCs
Blood thinning
Clot prevention
62
Upper respiratory disease is considered more serious than lower respiratory disease.
False
True
63
Hypoadrenocorticism is also known as
Hypoglycemia
Cushing's
Hypothyroidism
Addison's
64
What is this called?
Atlanto-Occipital Joint
Zygomatic Arch
Iliac Crest
Ramus of Mandible
65
This hormone is responsible for lowering blood sugar.
Insulin
Calcitonin
Glucogen
Parathormone
66
This occurs when gut flora is disrupted
Small bowel disease
Nephritis
Diabetes
Periodontal disease
67
FLV can be transmitted through
All of the above
Blood
Pregnancy
Saliva
68
The sacrum is located medial to the ilium
True
False
69
What diet should insulin-resistant horses be fed?
Low fiber, high carb
High fat, low protein
Low fat, high protein
High fiber, low carb
70
Potomac Horse Fever is also known as:
Salmanellosis
Ringworm
Erlichiosis
Choke
71
Antiemetics and Laxatives produce the same results
True
False
72
Which of the following means to "bring in"?
Abduction
Adduction
Extension
Flexion
73
Felines with DCM have a deficiency in
Iodine
Calcium
Protein
Taurine
74
Lice are....
Both species and host specific
Species Specific
Host Specific
None of the above
75
What are hobbles?
Restraint used to prevent mares or cows from kicking
A narrow enclosure with gates at both ends
Restraint of the tail for rectal exams
Ropes on either side of a horse to keep it from rearing
76
The average age for puppies to BEGIN weaning is....
4 weeks
7 weeks
2 weeks
12 weeks
77
Which of these is NOT a type of granulocyte?
Neutrophil
Eosinophil
Basophil
Monophil
78
This sphincter is under conscious control.
None of the above.
Internal
Medulla
External
79
Which of these is NOT a core vaccine for felines?
Calicivirus
FLV
Panleuk
Rabies
80
Cats require _____ fatty acids, whereas dogs require _____.
3, 2
2, 3
3, 4
3, 1
81
Approx. how much feces is needed for a fecal float test?
1 gram
0.05 grams
10 grams
0.5 grams
82
The medical term for broken red blood cells
Icteric
Lipemic
Hemolyzed
Hemmorhaged
83
Condition of increased intraocular pressure
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Keratitis
Distichiasis
84
The primary goal of cytology is to differentiate _____ from _____?
Exudate, neoplasia
Neoplasia, lesions
Inflammation, neoplasia
Parasites, inflammation
85
How many chambers does the heart have?
4
5
3
2
86
The kidney secretes _____ to produce _____
Erythropoietin, red blood cells
Reticulocytes, white blood cells
Metarubricytes, red blood cells
Nephrons, white blood cells
87
What is the difference between periodontal disease and gingivitis?
Gingivitis is reversible, periodontal disease is not.
Gingivitis is bacterial, periodontal disease is fungal.
They are the same thing.
Periodontal disease only affects the teeth, not the gums.
88
A horse's tongue can be used as a mouth gag
False
True
89
A lack of blood supply to an area of the intestine:
Displacement Colic
Necrotic Colic
Spasmodic Colic
Entrapment Colic
90
Which of the following is not a type of fecal test?
Fecal float
Fecal centrifugation
Fecal dipstick
Direct Smear
91
Rodent's and rabbit's teeth never stop growing.
False
True
92
The medical term for an overflow of tears
Vitreous humor
Lacrima
Epiphora
Entropion
93
Which of the following is NOT a form of lice?
Sucking
Chewing
Flying
Biting
94
Bacteria from the large intestine produces:
Vitamin B and C
Vitamin A and B
Vitamin B and K
Vitamin A and D
95
The "master gland"
Pancreas
Thyroid
Adrenal
Pituitary
96
Which of these is NOT a sign of inflammation?
Exudate
Heat
Pain
Redness
97
Patients with tonsilitis should be fed....
A high fat diet
Only IV fluids
A liquid diet
A high protein diet
98
The most anterior structure of the globe is the....
Sclera
Cornea
Pupil
Stroma
99
The vagina is the outermost portion of the genitalia.
True
False
100
Medial means away from the midline
True
False
101
Labial refers to...
The cheek
The lip
The tongue
The genitals
102
What is the junction where two nerves meet?
Impulse
Synapse
Reflex arc
Nerve Junction
103
Which of the following is a sign of compassion fatigue?
All of the above
Stomach aches
Feelings of guilt
Suicidal Thoughts
104
Which of the following are vital signs?
Pulse
CRT
Respiratory rate and rhythm
Temperature
105
Inflammatory disease of the tissue lining the heart in horses...
Valvular Disease
Bacterial Endocarditis
Thrombophlebitis
Cardiac Tissue Degeneration
106
The 4 R's of management are...
Responsibility, Reliability, Reviewing, Recognition
Responsibility, Respect, Rapport, and Recognition
Responsibility, Rapport, Reliability, Recognition
Responsibility, Respect, Renewable Energy, Rapport
107
What term is used to describe the ultrasound image?
Hyperecho
Sound waves
Echotexture
Isowaves
108
Performance of an act that a reasonable person under the same circumstances would not perform
Bad Communication
Negligence
Negative Ethics
Malpractice
109
A rubricyte is a....
Mature RBC
Immature WBC
Mature WBC
Immature RBC
110
This eye disease tends to come and go...
Corneal Ulcers
Pannus
Conjunctivitis
Moon Blindness
111
FSH and LH are also called
Reproductive system drugs
Respiratory system drugs
Gonadotropins
Panacurites
112
A hematocrit is also known as a....
PVV
PCV
VPC
PVC
113
Single pole axons are called
Dendrites
Unipolar
Axonites
Bipolar
114
Restraint most commonly used for urine catheterization
Sternal
Lateral
Dorsal
Standing
115
The black part of this x-ray is referred to as
Radiolucent
Radiopaque
116
What does this measure?
White blood cell count
Serum
Packed cell volume
Hydration levels
117
Splenic contraction in an excited animal can lead to a low PCV count.
True
False
118
What type of anticoagulant is inside of a blue-top vacutainer?
Sodium Citrate
None
EDTA
Heparin
119
Warts are contagious from horse to horse
True
False
120
A horse's pupil is....
Round
Triangular
Oval
They do not have a pupil
121
What is the most common reason for dog and cat vomiting?
Acute Gastritis
Parasitic Infection
Gastric Neoplasia
IBD
122
Bradycardia is....
High blood pressure
Low blood pressure
Fast heart rate
Slow heart rate
123
Which end of the x-ray tube is negative?
Milliamperage
Anode
Electron
Cathode
124
Pareneteral nutrition is administered by...
OG tube
PEG tube
Catheter
Hand-feeding
125
This type of drug inhibits bacterial replication
Antimicrobial
Protozoastatic
Bacteriostatic
Bactericidal
126
Overuse of glucocorticoids can cause which disease?
Hyperthyroidism
Cushing's
Addison's
Diabetes
127
Inward rolling of the eyelid
Epiphora
Epistaxis
Ectropion
Entropion
128
Medical term for ear flap
Pannus
Panna
Pinna
Penna
129
Which of the following is a type of nervous system?
Peripheral
Central
External
Upper
130
The band of connective tissue under the tongue is called...
Frenulum
Gingiva
Soft Palate
Papillae
131
Strongid is given for what purpose?
Deworming
Preanesthetic sedative
Antibiotic
To ease pain and help pass bladder stones
132
The tonsils are a part of which body system?
Endocrine
Lymphatic
Alimentary
Respiratory
133
The most common inherited disease of homeostasis
Lymphoma
Ehrlichiosis
FIV
von Willebrand's
134
Kennel cough is....
Zoonotic
Not at all contagious
HIGHLY contagious to other animals
Only contagious to pets that haven't been vaccinated for it
135
BUN (blood urea nitrogen) is a function test of which organ?
Kidney
Liver
Gallbladder
Pancreas
136
PTH stands for
Pre-thyroidal Hormone
Parathyroid Hormone
Pruritic Thyroid Histamine
Pancreatic Thyroid Hormone
137
Pannus can eventually lead to....
Death
Glaucoma
Epiphora
Blindness
138
How should a rabbit be placed back into it's cage?
Side first
It can't be caged!
Rear First
Head first
139
Renal refers to which organ?
Liver
Spleen
Pancreas
Kidney
140
What is drug metabolism?
How a specific patient reacts to a drug
How fast a drug is absorbed into the bloodstream
When drugs are altered by the body before being eliminated
When drugs are toxic to the digestive system
141
Blepharitis is a swelling of....
The tympanic membrane
The eyelid
The cornea
The lens
142
The most common immunoassay used in veterinary medicine is...
RIM
ELISA
CPK
Intradermal Skin Testing
143
The most common parasite that affects horses is...
Lice
Ticks
Threadworms
Mites
144
Monoestrus refers to
Estrus cycle once per year
Estrus cycles during seasonal changes
Estrus cycles twice per year
Estrus cycles throughout the year
145
Which of the following is zoonotic?
FIV
Parvovirus
Distemper
Toxoplasmosis
146
Which of the following is NOT a brachycephalic breed?
French Bulldog
Boxer
Pekignese
Labrador
147
The role of the Office Manager is...
Oversee the clinic's finances
Oversee the reception area and accounts receivable
Greet Clients and answer phones
Assist the veterinarian in making personal decisions
148
What type of questions should a VA ask a client during a patient history?
Only questions with medical terms
Vague questions
Open-ended questions
Yes or no questions
149
Calcitonin is produced by the
Pituitary
Thyroid
Pancreas
Adrenal gland
150
Thyroid hormones should be stored in:
Glass Container
Stainless Steel Container
Plastic Container
They should not be stored
151
Which of these is the first stage of mitosis?
Telophase
Anaphase
Prophase
Metaphase
152
This eye disease is caused by a change in metabolism of lens stroma:
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Keratitis
Conjunctivitis
153
Which of the following is NOT tested for on a urine dipstick?
Bilirubin
Protein
Crystals
pH
154
Heartworm disease is spread by
Botflies
Female mosquitoes
Male mosquitoes
Ticks
155
The birthing process for a dog is called
Queening
Whelping
Moaning
Bitching
156
Eastern and Western and Venezuelan are the three types of....
African Sleeping Sickness
Ectoparasites
Tick Paralysis
Distemper
157
What is a lymphocyte important for?
All of the above
Production of antibodies
Immune system support
Helping to fight off disease
158
It is okay to use gauntlets when handling large birds
False
True
159
Guaifenesin is a __________. These drugs __________.
Expectorant, increase fluidity of mucus
Antitussive, block the cough reflex
Decongestant, reduce congestion
Bronchodilator, dilate smooth muscle around the bronchioles
160
What does the mast cell release during an allergic reaction?
Osmotic Pressure
Allergens
Histamine
IgG
161
Protozoas most often transfer to a host during which life stage?
Cyst
Trophozoite
162
What is Buller-Steer Syndrome?
Two bulls slamming horns, resulting in injury or death
Steer is repeatedly mounted until it is injured and killed
Bull and Steer bacterial infection, resulting in death
Chewing of stable resulting in damage
163
The process of eating by a cell is called
Mitosis
Mitochondrosis
Phagocytosis
Exocytosis
164
Common cause of feline acne
Plastic Bowls
FIV
Greasy Food
Covered Litter Box
165
The first stage of the estrus cycle is anestrus.
False
True
166
Which of these is a common host of the cucumber seed tapeworm?
Mites
Fleas
Ticks
Flies
167
This puppy is most likely to have which of the following congential defects:
Cleft Palate
Deafness
Pannus
Cryptorchidism
168
What disease is commonly known in veterinary medicine as the "Thanksgiving Disease"
Gastritis
Bladder Stones
Diabetes
Pancreatitis
169
The measure of volume of blood pumped each time during ventricular systole.
Stroke volume
Cardiac volume
Diastole volume
Tidal volume
170
What cushions the joints?
Marrow
Ligaments
Cartilage
Synovial Fluid
171
Cells are the smallest functional units in the body.
True
False
172
How many teeth do adult dogs have?
42
30
36
40
173
You should approach a dog from behind when applying a muzzle
False
True
174
Chronic renal disease is most common in...
Active working animals
Diabetic animals
Neonates
Older pets
175
This horse is showing a major symptom of:
Cushing's
Insulin Resistance
Hypothyroidism
Addison's
176
Which of these is NOT a type of body tissue?
Synovial
Epithelial
Cardiac
Neural
177
What is the first part of obtaining a history?
Determine presenting complaint
Waving goodbye
Noting patient characteristics
Going over medical history
178
A postpartum chihuahua is presenting with seizures, stiff limbs, and panting. She may have...
Pyometra
Eclampsia
Pseudopregnancy
Vaginitis
179
How many body cavities are there?
4
5
2
3
180
Which of these is an example of a fomite?
Stethoscope
Countertop
Bedding
All of the above
181
Cartilage does not have a direct blood supply.
False
True
182
Why do ruminants chew with their mouth open?
Because their jaws function differently
To better absorb nutrients
To build up gas
To break down their food easier
183
How is Equine Infectious Anemia diagnosed?
CBC
Coggin's Test
Ultrasound
Agglutination Test
184
FIV can be transmitted through sharing food and water
True
False
185
Condition in which one testicle has not descended.
Cryptorchidism
Prolapse
Priaprism
Paraphimosis
186
The most common malignant gastric tumor
Lymphosarcoma
Adenocarcinoma
Osteosarcoma
Fibrosarcoma
187
The most common oral disease in dogs and cats
Dorsal border rupture
Periodontal ligament strain
Periodontal disease
Clef palate
188
How is propofol usually administered?
IP
IV
SQ
IM
189
Cystitis is more common in...
Female dogs
Male dogs
190
Pulmonary neoplasia is cancer of the...
Lungs
Stomach
Heart
Brain
191
The most common anticoagulant used for routine hematologic tests
Heparin
EDTA
Sodium Citrate
Hemoglobe
192
IM is what type of injection?
Intermandibular
Intermedullar
Intramedial
Intramuscular
193
Distal means....
Situated near the abdomen
Situated near the head
Situated away from the center of the body
Situated towards the centers of the body
194
IVDD stands for what?
Intervertebral disc degeneration
Intrevertebral degenerative disease
Intervertebral disc disease
Intervertebral defect disease
195
Which of these breeds is most likely to get lip fold dermatitis?
Doberman
Mastiff
Dachshund
Poodle
196
Brown crusty ears, head-shaking and ear scratching are all signs of...
Otodectes Cynotis
Cuterebra
Scabies
Ringworm
197
Which of the following are NOT signs of a female in heat?
Flagging Tail
Vaginal Discharge
Vulvar swelling
Epiphora
198
The pupil controls the iris.
True
False
199
The bone in the penis is called the
Prepuce
Penis bone, duh
Os penis
Inguinal ring
200
Which of the following has symptoms that mimic UTI's?
Female in heat
Prostate cystitis
All of the above
Bladder cancer
201
Demodectic mange is the only form that is infectious
False
True
202
Itching is the first sign of demodectic mange
True
False
203
The ratio of original volume to new volume
Fluid Rate
Suspension
CBC
Diltution
204
The #1 endocrine disease of the pancreas is:
Hypoadrenocorticism
Insulinoma
Diabetes Mellitus
Pancreatitis
205
Water is essential for the absorption of which vitamins?
B and C
B and K
A and D
C and E
206
Which of these breeds is most likely to suffer from Intervertebral Disk Disease
Dachshund
Basset Hound
All of the above
Corgi
207
What is the appropriate bleach to water ratio for sanitizing surfaces?
1:20
1:5
1:40
1:10
208
This cigar-shaped mite is....
Demodex
Cuterebra
Pyoderma
Sarcoptic
209
Most heartworm dogs are asymptomatic.
False
True
No, but cats are.
Only if they have received treatment in the past.
210
Afferent neurons carry impulses....
Away from the CNS
Towards the CNS
211
Which is not a type of neoplasm?
Effuse
Massive
Diffuse
Nodular
212
FSH stands for?
Feline Stimulating Hormone
Follicle Stimulating Hormone
Friendship Hormone
Fluid Stimulating Hormone
213
The measure of intraocular pressure
Ocularity
Photometry
Tonometry
Monometry
214
A very common chemical nephrotoxin that can cause acute renal failure...
Antifreeze
Toothpaste
Shampoo
Lysol
215
Lipids are also known as
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Fats
Minerals
216
Goats have a ton of sweat glands, while horses have very few.
False
True
217
Normal intraocular pressure for a dog is....
40-55 mm Hg
5-15 mm Hg
12-22 mm Hg
10-30 mm Hg
218
Inflammation of the esophageal wall
Tracheal Collapse
IBD
Esophageal obstruction
Esophagitis
219
What is the surgical IV fluid rate?
66mL/kg/hr
11mL/kg/12hr
132 mL/kg/24hr
11mL/kg/hr
220
This drug helps induce contractions, labor, and milk production
Oxytocin
Estradiol
Cystorelin
Gynocomastia
221
Which two bones form the elbow joint?
Maxilla and Ulna
Tibia and Fibula
Radius and Ulna
Tarsus and Femur
222
Seizures lasting 1-2 minutes are considered a major sign of
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Status Epilepticus
223
What type of bacteria is this?
This is not a bacteria, it's a worm!
Cocci
Bacilli
Spiral
224
What is the goal when deworming horses?
Get rid of all the worms
Leave worms intact, but prevent them from reproducing
Decrease number of worms, but not get rid of them all
Get rid of all the roundworms, not the flatworms
225
GDV is commonly known as
Gastroenteric Dissemination Virus
Periodontal Disease
Gingivitis
Bloat
226
Caudal means
Toward the abdomen
Toward the tail
Away from the torso
Toward the head
227
Colic describes:
Displaced stomach
An idiopathic disease
Grain overload
Many conditions, not a single disease
228
Alpha, beta, and gamma are the three classes of what?
Globulin
Bilirubin
Creatinine
Albumin
229
The folds of the brain are called the...
Cebri
Sulci
Golgi
Bacli
230
Where is the most common vein to draw blood from a mouse?
Tail vein
Cephalic vein
Ear vein
Jugular vein
231
The proprietary name is also called the
Chemical
Trade
Generic
Drug
232
CT scans use.....
Low radiation
Minimal radiation
High radiation
No radiation
233
What dog breed has a genetic susceptibility to Ivermectin toxicity?
Schnauzers
Collies
Chihuahuas
Boxers
234
The site of gas exchange in the lungs.
Alveoli
Pleural Tissue
Sinuses
Bronchioles
235
This test indicates the amount of antibodies present in an animal's body for a specific disease
Agglutination
ELISA
Titer
Intradermal skin testing
236
Is Equine Infectious Anemia treatable?
No
Yes
237
The arrangement of the teeth is called the...
Dental arcade
Dental position
Dental arrangement
Dental carnival
238
The genus of heartworm is....
Toxacara canis
Ctenophalides
Otodectes cynotis
Diofilaria immitis
239
This is the most sterile way to obtain a urine sample
Manual Expression
Cystocentesis
Free Catch
Cateterization
240
The socialization period in puppies is
2-7 weeks
2-4 weeks
14-36 weeks
4-14 weeks
241
Enteric refers to
The outside of the body
The stomach
The intestine
The colon
242
Which of the following is NOT part of the minimum amount of required lab equipment?
Centrifuge
Electrochemical analyzer
Blood glucometer
Refractometer
243
The medical term for an excess buildup of fluid in the tissues.
Fluidity
Edema
Epithelitis
Pressure
244
The subcutis is the outermost layer of the skin.
False
True
245
Lymphomas are the least common feline blood tumors
True
False
246
A dog's lower esophagus has skeletal muscle. A cat's has smooth muscle. This gives cats:
A greater chance of esophageal disease
An easier time swallowing
Predisposition to vomiting
Predisposition to injury from oral medication
247
Sensory neurons send out....
Nothing
Muscle signals
Neuron to Neuron signals
CNS signals
248
Which type of bladder stone is more common in cats than in dogs?
None of the above
Calcium Oxalate
Struvite
Urate
249
Patients given barium should remain in this position for 10 mins after procedure
Dorsal
Vertical
Lateral
Animals should never be given barium
250
Solutions will settle if left standing
False
True
251
A tincture should never be used topically
True
False
252
Trematodes are also referred to as....
Nematodes
Flukes
Tapeworms
Roundworms
253
HCM is more common in cats than dogs
False
True
254
Urticaria is also known as wheals. Another name for this is:
Laminitis
Hives
Puritus
Mites
255
Ixodes are the medical name for which type of tick?
Soft tick
Hard tick
256
A meat tenderizer is used to treat....
Sweet Itch
Proud Flesh
Warts
Greasy Heel
257
Where should the rabies vaccine be administered?
Right front leg
Right shoulder
Left rear leg
Right rear leg
258
Why should you be careful when taking x-rays of patients with spinal cord trauma?
To prevent additional pain
To prevent additional spinal cord damage
You do not need to be any more or less careful than normal
259
Whole blood contains more plasma than red blood cells.
True
False
260
Heartworm is more frequent in cats than dogs
False
True
261
Antiseptics kill or prevent growth on living tissues.
True
False
262
Which of the following is NOT observed on gross analysis of a urine sample?
Specific gravity
Turbidity
None of the above
Color
263
Maturation is the final stage of wound healing. This stage produces:
Scab
Inflammation
Scar
Antibodies
264
An impression smear must come from an active lesion.
True
False
265
The trade name for Furosemide is...
Lasix
Strongid
Regland
Enacard
266
What is the "kill zone" for cattle?
6-8 feet
7-15 feet
4-6 feet
2-6 feet
267
Respiratory sinus arrhythmias are considered a medical emergency in dogs.
True
False
268
Parenterally administered means....
Drugs given by mouth
Drugs given at home, by the owner
Drugs given in the eye
Drugs given by injection
269
The distal portion of the small intestine (leads to the large intestine)
Duodenum
Secum
Ilieum
Jejunum
270
Exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage is most common in...
Racehorses
Thouroughbreads
Foals
Postpartum mares
271
Perineal Hernias are seen most often in
Younger, neutered males
Older, neutered males
Older, intact males
Younger, intacts males
272
Medical term for difficult birth
Hypoxia
Dyspnea
Dystocia
Fibroma
273
The suffix -cillin usually indicated what type of drug?
Bactericide
Virucide
Antibiotic
Fungicide
274
Thrombocytopenia is....
Parasites in the blood
Cancer of the blood
Lack of platelets
Internal bleeding
275
The strep virus causes this disease in horses
COPD
Strangles
Heaves
Choke
276
Where does the heartworm larvae go to mature?
Pulmonary artery
Pleural cavity
Bronchioles
Vena cava
277
Which of the following is NOT an internal antiparasitic?
Fipronil(Frontline)
Sulfadimethoxine (Albon)
Pyrantel (Strongid, Nemex)
Epsiprantel (Cestex)
278
How long does Ringworm remain contagious?
12 months
1 month
18 months
2 years
279
The nucleolus is the outermost part of the cell.
True
False
280
Babesia Canis is transmitted by....
Brown Dog Tick
Female Mosquito
Coughing
Lice
281
Biguinades are used for which of the following?
Kill gram positive and gram negative bacteria
Treat superficial infection in animals
Clean cages
All of the above
282
Melanic granules absorb what kind of energy?
Wind energy
Light energy
Fluid energy
Hormonal energt
283
Which of these fruits is a common nephrotoxin and can cause renal failure?
Bananas
Grapes
Tomatoes
Avocado
284
The controlled substance class with the lowest abuse potential is
4
1
5
2
285
Rectal tears are graded on a 1-4 scale. Which number represents the most serious rectal tear?
2
3
1
4
286
How long must a tick stay on it's host to transfer Lyme Disease?
24 hours
48 hours
12 hours
6 hours
287
The coxofemoral joint is also called the
Hip
Hock
Shoulder
Stifle
288
Which antimicrobial drug is often used to treat Giardia?
Convenia
Flagyl
Baytril
Cipro
289
Lipase breaks down which of the following
Fats
Viruses
Starches
Lipids
290
Medical term for difficulty breathing
Stertor
Orthopnea
Dyspnea
Stridor
291
Acetaminophen is an anti-inflammatory
False
True
292
What size range of needle is generally used for small animals?
16-20 g
20-25 g
14-21 g
10-16 g
293
Rickettsial disease is spread by....
Botflies
Female mosquitoes
Brown Dog Tick
Chewing Lice
294
What is removed in the TECABO surgery?
Ear mites and ear canal
Bulla and choclea
Ear canal and pinna
Bulla and ear canal
295
What lines the abdominal wall and covers abdominal organs?
Perineum
Periteneum
Omentum
Gastrotissue
296
Thrombocytes are also called...
White Blood Cells
Red Blood Cells
Hemoglobin
Platelets
297
The gestation period for a dog is
60-65 days
40-55 days
330-340 days
70-85 days
298
The buffy coat is made up of....
Erythrocytes and Leukocytes
Leukocytes and Erythrocytes
Leukocytes and Thrombocytes
Thrombocytes and Erythrocytes
299
To double the radiographic density, you need to
Use only digital development
Double the contrast
Halve the kVp
Double milliamperage
300
The term for one rope wrapping around another rope to form part of a knot.
Throw
Keep
Catch
Knotpart
301
A jejunostomy is placed where?
Esophagus
Pharynx
Intestine
Stomach
302
The most common cancer seen in ferrets is....
Osteosarcoma
Lymphoma
Fibrosarcoma
Ferrets cannot get cancer
303
Deficiency of oxygen is also known as
Hypoxia
Myopathy
Hypotension
Oxenemia
304
The volume of air moved during a complete respiratory motion
Carbonic Volume
Hypoxic Volume
Tidal Volume
Stroke Volume
305
Which of these is not a part of the female reproductive system?
Prepuce
Cervix
Oviducts
Oocysts
306
Definitive diagnosis of megacolon is done by
Radiograph
Palpation
CT
Ultrasound
307
How is Cherry Eye cured?
No cure
Surgery
Medication
308
CSF stands for....
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Central Spinal Fluid
Cerebrospinal Flow
Cerebellum Synovial Fluid
309
Levothyroxine, a synthetic thyroid hormone is used to treat what condition?
Hypoadrenocorticism
Hypothyroid
Hyperthyroid
Hyperadrenocorticism
310
An x-ray should always be taken before a contrast study
False
True
311
The nucleus is made up of...
Ribosomes
Vacuoles
Endoplasmic Reticulum
Chromatin
312
Which of the following can be made into an E-collar for small birds?
Dixie cup
Playing card
All of the above
X ray film
313
High kVp equals
Increased density
Film fogging
Decreased density
Penumbra effect
314
The development of a disease
Parasite
Pathology
Pathogenesis
Panosteitis
315
Nystagmus, loss of balance, and ataxia are all signs of....
Idiopathic Vestibular Disease
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Spinal Cord Trauma
Wobbler's
316
The heart is located between which ribs?
3rd and 7th
3rd and 6th
2nd and 5th
1st and 4th
317
What side should a horse be approached from?
Front right
Front left
Either side, as long as it's from the front
Straight on
318
Which of these is NOT a component of a preventative medicine program?
Vaccinations
Laboratory testing
Sanitization
Husbandry
319
What should always be done when dealing with a potential rabies case?
Keep patient hydrated
Wear PPE
Keep the head intact
Run away!!!!
320
PT also known as Prothrombin Time is a type of clotting test.
True
False
321
The arrector pili is a
Muscle
Bacteria
Type of hair
Gland
322
The small region in the diaphragm that permits the passage of major blood vessels.
Pleural Cavity
Vesicular Passage
Thorax
Hiatus
323
Glargine is a short-acting insulin, not reccommended for use in felines.
False
True
324
Rain Rot in horses can be prevented by
Antibiotics
Transferring your horse to the Sunshine State
Therapeutic Diet
Daily Grooming
325
What does the smooth muscle of the artery do during vasodilation?
Thins
Relaxes
Contracts
Thickens
326
Which part of the nervous system provides the "fight or flight" response?
Brachial Plexus
Synaptic
Sympathetic
Parasympathetic
327
What does this cat have?
Maggots
Warbles
Ticks
Lice
328
The vocal chords are located in the....
Larynx
Trachea
Esophagus
Tonsils
329
Which of the following is NOT appropriate maternal behavior?
Leaving litter in whelping box
Protective behavior
Gentle movements
Immediate grooming
330
Which of these is NOT a common problem with homemade diets for pets?
Difficult to consistently reproduce the same meal
Causes constipation
Not nutritionally complete
Lack of quality control
331
Which type of amino acid CANNOT be made by the body?
Essential
Non-essential
332
Which of these is not a symptom of feline UTI's?
High urine pH
High uric acid
Hematuria
Proteinuria