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NAVTA Vet Assistant test 4
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1Which of the following medications must never be given to cats?
- AAcetaminophen
- BCarpofen
- CMeloxicam
- DKetoprofen
2The most common tumor in ferrets is which of the following?
- AMast cell tumors
- BFeline mammary tumors
- CInsulinomas
- DCanine lymphomas
3With an oxygen E tank, which of the following would be the approximate liters it would hold?
- A600 liters
- B7000 liters
- C1000 liters
- D100 liters
4The autonomic nervous system provides the animal with the fight or flight response. Which of the following actions does the sympathetic nervous system perform?
- ADilates pupils
- BIncreases blood flow to the heart
- CIncreases heart rate
- DAll of the above
5Which of the following is least appropriate for small animals in the post anesthetic period?
- AGive nothing by mouth for the first hour or two
- BGive no food for at least several hours
- CInstruct the client to introduce water gradually after arriving home
- DIntroduce water immediately to prevent dehydration
6Fentanyl induces respiratory depression, which may be offset when combined with which of the following?
- ANalbuphine
- BPentazocine
- CDroperidol
- DBuprenophine
7The side effects of opioids include which of the following?
- AVomiting
- BMigraines
- CRespiratory depression
- DDiarrhea
8Which of the following is not listed as a miscellaneous antibiotic?
- ABacitracin
- BMetronidazole
- CRifampicin
- DCephalosporin
9One of the signs of acute abdomen is melena. Melena can best be described as which of the following?
- ABlack, tarry stools
- BHernia
- CSplenic torsion
- DVisceral perforation
10There are many different ways for fluid administration. Which of the following routes of administration of fluids is often used in large animal patients, particularly equids?
- AEnteral
- BIntraosseous
- CSubcutaneous
- DIntramedullary
11Solutions that resist pH changes when either acids or bases are added to the solution are called:
- ASuspensions
- BSyrups
- CBuffers
- DSolutes
12An infection of the uterus is known as which of the following?
- APyometra
- BDystocia
- CUterine inertia
- DUterine malposition
13All of following are effects of clinical pain EXCEPT:
- ADecreased autonomic activity
- BImmunosuppression
- CReduced healing
- DIncreased tissue catabolism
14It is sometimes difficult to get pets with advances renal failure to eat. Ways to encourage eating include each of the following EXCEPT:
- AOffering the food by hand
- BFeeding small, frequent meals
- CServing food in a different dish or in a different room
- DCooling the food in the refridgerator
15Blood coagulation Factor II is also known as which of the following?
- AFibrinogen
- BCalcium
- CProthrombin
- DHageman factor
16If a horse has its mouth tightly clamped, which of the following could this be a sign of?
- APain
- BAggression
- CSexual behavior
- DAll of the above
17Which of the following is not included in the anesthetic protocols?
- AMaintenance
- BBathing
- CAnesthesia induction
- DPreanesthetic
18Characterization of heart murmurs for cats and dogs is based on several criteria. A prominent, easily heard, murmur that radiates to other areas would be classified as which of the following grades?
- A1/6
- B2/6
- C3/6
- D4/6
19Which of the following venipuncture sites is NOT a common site used for chelonians?
- ARadiohumoral plexus sinus
- BJugular vein
- CVentral aspect of the caudal tail vein
- DSubcarapcial venous sinus
20In pregnant large animals, nutrition should gradually increase during what stage of pregnancy?
- AThe first 2 weeks
- BThe first 4 to 8 weeks
- CThe last 3 to 4 weeks
- DThe last 6 to 8 weeks
21The binocular field view for dogs is
- A40 to 60 degrees
- B60 to 80 degrees
- C30 to 40 degrees
- D10 to 20 degrees
22The cuff of an endotracheal tube must be gently inflated until a seal is formed between the tracheal and the cuff. If the cuff is under inflated, which of the following is least likely to be an effect of the under inflation?
- AAspiration of stomach contents
- BPossibility of tracheal rupture
- CPollution of work space with anesthetic gas
- DDifficulty in keeping the patient anesthetized
23Each of the following statements about antitoxin is accurate except for:
- AAntitoxins produce immediate active immunity
- BAn antitoxin neutralizes toxins produced by microorganisms
- CImmunity is short lived (7-14 days)
- DAn antitoxin may contain preservatives
24Hydromophone can be used with which of the following to provide greater sedation when needed?
- AAcepromazine
- BBurprenophine
- CPentazocine
- DNalbuphine
25Which of the following statements about seomas which can form after surgical procedures is lease accurate?
- ASeromas can form if extensive surgical dissection occurred beneath the incision
- BSeromas are localized areas of fluctuat swelling
- CSeromas are painful and warm to the touch
- DSeromas usually resolve without treatment in a few weeks
26The instrument that has a pointy tip and looks like a shepherd's hook is which of the following?
- ACurette
- BTartar forceps
- CProbe
- DExplorer
- ACurette
27The physical examination of a patient includes all of the following EXCEPT:
- AHematocrit
- BGeneral body scoring
- CEvaluation of the cardiovascular system
- DEvaluation of the hepatic system
28Narcosis is best described as which of the following?
- ADrug overdose
- BDrug toxicity
- CUnconsciousness induced by narcotics
- DTissue death
29When an animal comes to the clinic, which of the following terms is correct for the process or sorting the patients to determine the severity of their illnesses or injuries?
- AEmergency
- BSurvey
- CTriage
- DSupport
30When considering laboratory safety, which of the following rules would not be correct?
- ALab coats should be worn at all times
- BNo pipetting by mouth
- CNo eating or drinking in the lab
- DStoring food in the refrigerators in the lab is alright
31Of the following medications, which one would be the one that might be given for an animal that is suffering from motion sickness?
- AGlycerin
- BMeclizine
- CImodium
- DApomoprhine
32Perception of pain occurs in which of the following places?
- ABrain
- BSpinal cord
- CPeripheral receptors
- DNone of the above
33The Kirby-Bauer method (disc diffusion) of determining susceptibility of a bacterium is based on which of the following?
- AMinimum inhibitory concentration
- BMaximum inhibition
- CZones of diffusion
- DZones of inhibition
34The acute encephalomyelitis rabies has which of the following incubation periods?
- A24 hours
- B5 to 7 days
- C21 to 80 days
- D30 days
35In terms of positioning in dental work, buccal refers to which of the following?
- AAway from the midline in the dental arches
- BThe biting surface of anterior teeth
- CThe surface of the tooth nearest the cheek
- DBetween adjoining surfaces of the teeth
36Which breed of animal has 28 deciduous teeth that fall out and are replaced by 42 of their permanent teeth?
- ACats
- BDogs
- CCattle
- DHorses
37A shadowing artifact in ultrasonography occurs because of which of the following?
- ARefraction or bending of the sound beam
- BCutting though the edge of a cystic structure and solid tissue
- CInadequate sound beam penetration through a highly reflective substance
- DPassing through an area with few tissue interfaces
38Which of the following hormones is produced by the islets of Langerhans?
- AInsulin
- BBile
- CGlucagon
- DBoth A and C
39If an order states that a medication is to be applied to the right ear, it would be indicated by which of the following abbreviations?
- AAS
- BOS
- CAD
- DOD
40Small animals must have protein made up of how many amino acids in their diet?
- A20 to 21
- B14 to 15
- C30 to 31
- D25 to 26
41In a dog with Addison's disease, laboratory tests may show
- AAn increase in amylase
- BAn increase in potassium
- CDecrease in glucose
- DAn increase in sodium
42Birds have several types of feathers. The body feathers that provide surface coverage over most of the body of the birds are called:
- AContour feathers
- BFlight feathers
- CCoverts
- DSecondary flight feathers
43Large breed puppies should be totally weaned and be eating only a moistened dry or canned growth diet by how many weeks of age?
- A1 to 2 weeks
- B2 to 3 weeks
- C3 to 4 weeks
- D5 to 7 weeks
44Which of the following is NOT one of the four basic groups of nonabsorbable suture materials?
- AOrganic
- BBraided synthetic
- CPolyglycolic acid
- DMonofilament synthetic
45When ranking the echogenicity of small animal abdominal organs, which organ is the most echogenic?
- ARenal medulla
- BLiver
- CRenal cortex
- DRenal sinus fat
46The surface of a mandibular or maxillary tooth facing the tongue is the
- ALingual surface
- BLabial surface
- CFacial surface
- DMesial surface
47The distortion in size that occurs when the object is not parallel to the recording surface is known as which of the following?
- AForeshortening
- BHell effect
- CMinimizing effect
- DMaximizing effect
48The concentration of a drug in the body must be such that the detrimental effects are minimized and the benefits are maximized. This is known as which of the following?
- ATherapeutifu range
- BDosage regimen
- CPharmacolinetics
- DConcentration
49Of the following terms, which would be correct for the area in the oral cavity that is the surface towards the tongue?
- AArch
- BDistal
- CLingual
- DBuccal
50When restraining a lizard, which of the following should you never do?
- AHold the lizards head up
- BPick the lizard up
- CHold the lizard up by the tail
- DMuzzle the lizard
51In terms of surgical staplers, the Ligaclip Stapler would be used for which of the following purposes?
- AVessel ligation
- BSkin and fascia closures
- CGastrointestinal anastomosis
- DLung and liver lobe resection
52There are three basic tissue types. Each of the following is a basic tissue type EXCEPT:
- AEpithelial
- BRod cells
- CMesenchymal
- DRound cells
53Piglets are usually castrated at 1 to 2 weeks of age using open technique. Other procedures performed before or during this time include each other the following EXCEPT:
- AInjection of vitamin E and selenium
- BIron dextran injection
- CTail docking
- DClipping of milk or needle teeth
54In terms of neutralization therapy for respiratory care, which of the following statements is least accurate?
- ANeutralization therapy promotes bronchial drainage with minimal irritation
- BNeutralization promotes bronchial drainage by producing thick respiratory secretions
- CNeutralization can be accomplished by use of ultrasonic neutralizers
- DNeutralization therapy deposits large quantities of bland substances such as saline
55The common abdominal incisions include all of the following EXCEPT:
- AVentral midline incision
- BParamedian incision
- CMedian sternotomy
- DFlank incision
56Which of the following radio graphic techniques is only used for mandibular cheek teeth in small animals?
- AExtra-oral technique
- BParallel technique
- CBisecting angle technique
- DFlat technique
57Injecting a drug deep into the skin is which of the following types of administration?
- AIntramuscular
- BIntradermal
- CSubcutaneous
- DIntraperitoneal
58The ideal way to store an endoscope is which of the following?
- AWound up flat in an air-tight cabinet
- BWound up flat in a well-ventilated cabinet
- CIn a hanging position in an air-tight cabinet
- DIn a hanging position in a well-ventilated cabinet
59The most commonly used anticoagulant for blood samples is which of the following?
- ASodium citrate
- BHeparin
- CEDTA
- DNone of the above
60Which of the following is NOT included in the granulocyte grouping in terms of white blood cells?
- ANeutrophils
- BEosinophils
- CBasophils
- DMonocytes
61With metric conversions, which of the following would be the appropriate conversion for converting 1 kg to grams?
- A1 kg = 10,000 gm
- B1 kg = 100gm
- C1 kg = 1000 gm
- D1 kg = 16gm
62By law, all drugs approved for use in food animals have a mandated period after drug administration during which the animal cannot be sent to market for slaughter and the eggs or milk must be discarded. This is known as which of the following?
- ADanger zone
- BWithdrawal time
- CToxicity time
- DSafe time
63The National Council of Radiation Protection and Measurements recommends that the dose of radiation for ocupationally exposed persons not exceed which of the following per year?
- A10 REM
- B8 REM
- C5 REM
- D2 REM
64Of the following, which is not one of the common anesthetic machine parts?
- APressure regulator valve
- BVaporizer
- CDrain pipe
- DOxygen source
65The mechanical device for restraining cattle that consists of a head gate without sidebars is which of the following?
- AHalter
- BSqueeze chute
- CStanchion
- DHobble
66 Which of the following instruments is used for crushing, as clamping of blood vessels?
- ATissue forceps
- BRetractors
- CHomeostatic forceps
- DNeedle holders
67Platelets are cell-like particles in the blood. They perform a critical role in the clotting process to repair damaged blood vessels. Which of the following situations would cause a large increase in the number of platelets?
- AAutoimmune disease
- BBlood clotting disorders
- CBone marrow problems
- DInjury
68 Musculoskeletal injuries are the second most common emergencies in equine medicine. The region of a mid-forelimb fracture would include which of the following?
- ARadius and elbow
- BHumerus and scapula
- CMid to proximal metacarpus and carpus
- DDistal metacarpus, proximal and middle phalanges, and sesamoid bones
69 Respiratory tract injury can occur from excessive circuit pressure. This is known as which of the following?
- AScavenging
- BBarotrauma
- CHyperventilation
- DHypoventilation
70 Which of the following statements about blood pressure monitoring is least accurate?
- ASystolic blood pressure is the maximum force caused by contraction of the left ventricles of the heart
- BDirect blood pressure can be measured by ultrasonic techniques
- CThe most common method of indirect blood pressure monitoring uses oscilometric
- DDirect blood pressure pressure monitoring is the most accurate method
71 Insulin is usually classified according to which of the following?
- AIts duration of action
- BIts dosage form
- CIts actual dosage
- DIts means of administration
72When preparing an animal for surgery, which of the following would be least important
- AIdentify the patient
- BIdentify the surgery that is to be done
- CIdentify the owner
- DIdentify the surgical site
73 The presence of fibrin in a blood sample can clog analyzer tubing or can falsely alter the measured amount of an analyte. Leaving serum on the clot for longer than one hour will result in which of the following?
- AIncreased choesterol
- BIncreased creatinine
- CDecreased glucose concentration
- DAlterations in enzymes
74Of the following, which medication would be the safest to use with a patient that has a history of cardiovascular depression?
- AMedetomidine
- BXylazine
- CDiazepam
- DDetomidine
75 You should always use a grid between the patient and the film cassette when the body part being x-rayed is greater than
- A10 cm thick
- B7.5 cm thick
- C5 cm thick
- D4 cm thick
76Which of the following is not a type of round cell tumor?
- AMast cells
- BPlasma cells
- CSpindle cells
- DLymphocytes
77
When talking about the tooth surfaces, which of the following would be the surface of the canines and incisors that face the lips?- APalatal
- BLabial
- CBuccal
- DMesial
78A physical assessment should be performed immediately before any anesthetic is administered to uncover any problems that may increase patient risk or may necessitate a change in patient management. Cachexia is one of this physical findings. Cachexia is defined as which of the following?
- AWeak or irregular pulse
- BWeight loss or loss of muscle mass
- CAbnormal lung sound
- DChange in consciousness
79 Pain is classified as all but which of the following?
- AIdiopathic
- BPeripheral
- CDeleterious
- DNeuropathic
80If you pick up a ferret by the scruff of its neck, which of the following occurs?
- AThe ferret goes to sleep
- BThe ferret yawns and then hangs limply
- CThe ferret will die
- DNone of the above
81 The sterilization method most often used for heat- and moisture-sensitive items is:
- AOzone
- BGas plasma
- CFlash
- DSteam
82 If there is a need to administer activated charcoal to an animal, which of the following actions would be correct about its action?
- AAway frin the fom the midline in the dental arches
- BThe biting surface of anterior teeth
- CThe surface of the tooth nearest the cheek
- DBetween adjoining surfaces of the teeth
83 Slow pupillary light reflexes and normal to reduced oculocephalic reflexes would be given which of the following brain stem reflex scores in terms of the Modified Glasgow Coma Score?
- A5
- B3
- C6
- D2
84 Opioids can be classified as agonists, partial agonists, mixed agonist-antagonist, and antagonists. Which of the following drugs would be classified as a pure agonist?
- AOxymorphone
- BBuprenorphine
- CButorphanol
- DNaxalone
85 Of the following medications, which is the leading halogenated hydrocarbon gas used in the veterinarian medicine field?
- ASevoflurane
- BArrane
- CFluothane
- DKetamine
86 A bacteriostatic disinfectant does which of the following?
- AInhibits growth of bacteria
- BInhibits growth of viruses
- CKills fungi
- DKills bacteria
87 The tidal volume (VT) is the amount of air that passes into or out of the lungs during a normal breath. Normal VT is about
- A1 to 5 mL/kg body weight
- B15 to 25 mL/kg body weight
- C5 to 10 mL/kg body weight
- D10 to 15 mL/kg body weight
88Which of the following is a synthetic agonist-antagonist that reverses sedation but not analgesia?
- ANalbuphine
- BOxymorphone
- CFentanyl
- DTepoxalin
89 Which of the following statements about inhalant anesthetics is least accurate?
- AInhalant anesthetics come in different potencies.
- BThe potency of an inhalant anesthetic is measured by the minimum alveolar concentration (MAC).
- CThe higher the MAC number, the higher the potency of the gas.
- DHalogenated hydrocarbons and nitrous oxide are commonly used in veterinary medicine.
90Broth dilution uses dilution of antimicrobial agents in liquid culture to determine the lowest mount of antimicrobial that will inhibit growth of the bacterium being tested. This is known as which of the following?
- ADisc diffusion
- BBreakpoint
- CMinimum inhibitory concentration
- DAntimicrobial suspeceptibility
91 You have given a cow a small volume of water PO. This is known as which of the following?
- AOrigastric administration
- BPasting
- CDrenching
- DDocking
92 During surgery, the pain is actually not perceived. The pain impulses travel to the spinal cord and build-up. During recovery this can cause a phenomenon that can actually make the pain can intensify. Which of the following would be the correct term for this phenomenon?
- AWind-up
- BMultimodal
- CPreemptive
- DWind-down
93 A Michel clip is a type of:
- ASurgical mesh
- BSkin staple
- CSuture
- DTissue forceps
94 Which of the following drugs has been used to control hyperthyroidism in cats by blocking the thyroid tumor’s ability to produce T3 and T4?
- AMethimazole
- BProtamine zinc
- CPrednisone
- DOxytocin
95 Which of the following statements about time gain compensation (TGC) in ultrasound equipment is least accurate?
- AThe purpose of TGC is to make like tissues look alike.
- BThe intensity of the sound increases progressively as it returns from deeper tissues.
- CThe typical controls that make up the TGC are near field gain and far field gain.
- DThe near field gain controls the amount of electronic gain added to the sound returning from the near field.
96A horse with excessive sweating, nervousness, abdominal distress, reluctance to walk or move, stiff gait, and coffee colored urine is showing clinical signs of which of the following diseases?
- AEquine metabolic syndrome
- BChoke
- CColic
- DRhabdomyolysis
97 The formation of calculi within the urinary tract of cattle is called
- AWater belly
- BUremia
- CUrolithiasis
- DUrethral necrosis
98 When feeding a dog or cat, which of the following recommendations would not be correct?
- ADo not feed more than one animal from a single bowl
- BChange the animals diet every month
- CDo not overfeed
- DOnly about 10% of an animals diet should consists of treats
99 Which of the following common causes of colic in a horse is most likely to require surgery?
- AColitis
- BGas accumulation
- CTorsions
- DParasites
100 To estimate the degree of dehydration in an animal you might assess capillary refill time. The normal rate is less than how many seconds?
- A2
- B3
- C4
- D5
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