2013

Question 1

explain the major pathophysiologic mechanisms leading to heart failure

Question 2

describe the major neurohormonal mechanisms which are activated during heart failure (and their benefits + consequences)

Question 3

outline the lifecycle of Toxoplasma gondii

Question 4

explain the public health risks of T.gondii + steps to minimize them

Question 5

explain the pathophysiology of wet FIP

Question 6

explain the pathophysiology of dry FIP

Question 7

list the systemic consequences of chronic renal disease

Question 8

explain the role of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis in the production and regulation of endogenous cortisol

Question 9

explain how the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis is altered in pituitary and adrenal dependent hyperadrenocorticism

Question 10

outline the role of endogenous ACTH assay in diagnosis of hyperA dogs

Question 11

what is the site and MOA of trilostane

Question 12

list potential adverse effects of trilostane

Question 13

list potential contraindications of trilostane