AAVSB practice test #2 Flashcards

1
Q

the probing of which tooth would most likely confirm an oronasal fistula?

A

maxillary canine

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2
Q

when given IM to a canine, the duration of buprenorphine compared to morphine is
a. approximately the same
b. shorter
c. longer
d. variable by breed

A

longer

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3
Q

what is the minimum dietary calcium-to-phosphorus ratio for a growing puppy?

A

1.1 : 1

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4
Q

deciduous incisors in the feline erupt at what age?

A

2-3 weeks

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5
Q

in a patient being treated for hyperadrenocorticism the vet tech should counsel the client that the pet should be evaluated immediately if the pet has what side effects?

A

vomiting and diarrhea

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6
Q

the energy requirements for a lactating bitch will peak approximately at weeks

A

4 and 5

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7
Q

what is the predominate blood cell type on the differential of a normal rabbit is what?

A

lymphocyte

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8
Q

what is the maximum safe pressure manometer reading for positive-pressure ventilation in large animals?

A

40 cmH2O

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9
Q

which of the following is an absorbable synthetic suture material appropriate for use in closing the linea alba?
a. polyglactin (Vicryl)
b. nylon (ethilon)
c. polyester (dacron)
d. polypropylene (prolene)

A

polyglactin

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10
Q

the most clinically relevant leukocyte monitored in patients undergoing chemotherapy is what?

A

neutrophil

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11
Q

corrected WBC count formula

A

WBC x 100 / 100 + nRBCs

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12
Q

absolute WBC count formula

A

specific type of WBC count in decimal x WBC count

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13
Q

what is the appropriate time and speed for centrifugation of a urine sample for sediment examination?

A

5 minutes at 1500 RPM

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14
Q

which of the following is a nematode that causes a mild chronic cough in cats?
a. Aelurostrongylus abstrusus
b. trichuris vulpis
c. paragonimus kellicoti
d. baylisascaris procyonis

A

aelurostrongylus abstrusus

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15
Q

a horse with colic should not be given flunixin meglumine prior to a physical exam because why?

A

it will decrease the degree of pain experienced by the horse

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16
Q

excessive dead space in a long ETT will

A

increase ETCO2 concentration

17
Q

where should the measurement be taken for a canine lateral abdominal radiograph?

A

caudal aspect of the 13th rib

18
Q

where should a nasal oxygen catheter be placed in a dog?

A

in the ventral meatus

19
Q

which of the following can cause an inaccurate reading on an SpO2 monitor?
a. expired soda lime
b. patient positioning
c. bradycardia
d. pigmented mm

A

pigmented mm

20
Q

which of the following factors can prevent a pulse oximeter from providing an accurate reading?
a. hypercapnia
b. hypocapnia
c. hypotension
d. hypertension

A

hypotension

21
Q

which method is the most appropriate for fecal testing when Alaria species is suspected?

A

sedimentation

22
Q

which equine tooth is most commonly removed?

A

1st upper premolar

23
Q

which metal is a common cause of toxicity in avians?

A

zinc

24
Q

any animal receiving a loop diuretic requires regular monitoring of blood levels of what?

A

potassium

25
Q

which type of forceps has longitudinal grooves along the jaw?

A

carmalt

26
Q

which is a possible cause of an elevated ETCO2 for a dog on a rebreathing system?
a. oxygen flow rate is too high
b. unidirectional expiratory valve is stuck open
c. the ETT is endobronchial
d. the circle tubing has a hole

A

the unidirectional expiratory valve is stuck open

27
Q

which species requires a preformed source of vitamin A in the diet?

A

feline

28
Q

what is the expected effect on mm color if a dog receives dexmedetomidine?

A

blanching

29
Q

which disease is a vesicular disease that must be reported to government officials?
a. newcastle disease
b. contagious ecthyma
c. rabies
d. foot and mouth

A

foot and mouth disease

30
Q

tachycardia with bounding pulses, lethargy, and pale mm is suggestive of what condition?

A

anemia

31
Q

which type of insulin has the shortest duration of effect?
a. NPH
b. lente
c. regular
d. PZI

A

regular