PPQ5 Flashcards
which part of the long bones is radiolucent
growth plate in young animals
sunburst-like periosteal reaction is typical for which disorder?
Malignant bone tumors
which statement is true
the joint capsule is not visible on the radiograph
which abnormality can be connected to clinical signs
hemivertebrae
which abnormality cannot be connected to clinical signs
calcified nucleus pulposus; SH-2 epipysiolysis; Spondylosis deformans
the number of vertebrae in a dog
C7;Th13;L7
which answer is true? radiographic sign of a Wobbler-syndrome
deformed cervical vertebra; C2-C7
hansen type 1 discus hernia
Is a generally acute clinical process; Chondrodystrophic breeds; Nucleus pulposis
calcification; Annulus fibrosis rupture; Extrusion; Rapid deterioration
which statement is false regarding discospondylosis
it is an aseptic process
calcification of ventral vertebral ligaments
which statements are true regarding discospondylosis
It is characterised by osteolytic changes; The end plates of the vertebrae are effected; It
generally goes with pain and pyrexia
which of the following features defines the suture materials drainage ability
monofilament vs multifilament
which statement is correct regarding intra and post operative hypothermia
there is decreased anaesthesia demand
which statement is correct concerning the maintenance phase of anaesthesia
the goal is to maintain the ‘surgical tolerance’ depth of anaesthesia using the lowest sufficient dose of anaesthetics
what is the normal value of Norberg angle in healthy dogs
higher than 105 degrees
which statements are true
acids cause coagulation necrosis; alkalises can cause colliquation necorsis
what is the number of permanent teeth in a dog
42
what is the number of permanent teeth in cats
30
which of the following USP numbers indicates the thinnest suture material
4-0
which statement is correct regarding the imaging of spinal cord compression (SCC)
myelography is a useful tool in the diagnosis of SCC
which of the following suture materials are non-absorbable
polypropylene; polyamide
the proper name of the ‘oxspring’ view for the examination of the navicular bone
dorsoproximal-palmarodorsal oblique view
which parameter decreases in DIC
Fibrinogen
which of the following features makes polyproylene the most popular cardiovascular suture material
good tensile strength
what does ‘2-metric’ mean on a suture material pack
suture material is 0.2mm in diameter
current concepts of pain management/analgesia is
pre-emptice (prophylatic) and multimodal (acting at several different sites of action)
what is spongostan
gelatine sponge
which statement is correct regarding physiology of the paediatric patient
the vegetative innervation of the heart and the vasomotor function is immature
which statement is correct
clean-contaminated soft tissue procedures require antibiotic prophylaxis
which one is an opioid antagonist
naloxone
phase of wound healing are
acute inflammation- resorption- proliferation- remodelling
what is the main shock organ of the cat?
Lung
What is the main shock organ of the dog?
GI tract
which statement is correct regarding dentine in the dog
it is capable of repair in living tooth
Which of the following organs is most commonly displaced/incarcerated leading to
acute symptoms in case of perineal hernia?
urinary bladder
what is false? an active drain
it is not recommended as flushing drain
which statements are true? an active drain
is used as a flushing drain; can be open suction-drain; can be closed suction-drain
what does ‘epulis’ mean
benign fibromatous mass on the gingivia
which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the salivary mucocele
its one of the effective treatments is puncture and content removal from the cyst
According to the Vasanjee et al Vet Surg paper (2006), which of the following liver
biopsy techniques caused remarkable collateral tissue damage?
laparoscopic ‘pinch’ biopsy
which statement is true
injuries of the tongue are always regarded as contaminated
which of the following conditions doesnt cause hydronephrosis
ureteral torsion
which of the following conditions causes hydronephrosis
Ureteral stricture associated with previous surgery; Ureteral tumour; Ureterolithiasis
Which of the following statements is incorrect concerning gastric foreign body?
the gastrotomy is contaminated/septic procedure
which of the following statements is correct concerning gastric foreign body?
The success rate of the gastroscopic foreign body removal can be as high as 95%;
Gastric foreign body may cause perforation; Oral feeding can be started 4-6 hours after
gastrotomy
which approach is mostly recommended in case of diaphragmatic hernia repair
laparotomy
which of the following signs has the strongest diagnostic value in intestinal intussusception
palpation of the invaginated intestinal section
which statement is correct
glucocorticoids inhibit the production of inflammatory prostaglandins
which statement is correct concerning the endotracheal tube
Not only aspiration may be prevented by using endotracheal tubes, but it also allows for
connection to the anaesthesia machine by the Y-piece and mechanical ventilation
which of the following is indicated in case of unilateral hydronephrosis
partial nephrectomy
which approach is recommended for nasal opening in brachycephalic dogs
ventral rhinotomy (due to lack of space dorsally)
which of the following arteries does not directly contribute to splenic blood supply
left gastric
Which of the following diseases cannot cause hindlimb lameness in skeletally
immature dogs?
biceps tendon insertion tendinopathy
Which of the following diseases can cause hindlimb lameness in skeletally immature
dogs?
panosteitis; perthes disease; achilles tendinopathy
Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding nephrolithiasis?
dalmatians always for urate uroliths
which of the following statements is correct regarding nephrolithiasis
It can occur bilaterally; It can lead to ureterolithiasis; It can be caused by a congenital
disorder
which sign reflects the most severe acute respiratory distress (spO2 is <60mmHg)
cyanosis
which anal zone involves circumanal hepatoid glands
zona cutanea
which statement is incorrect concerning prostate US
it can differentiate cysts from abscesses
which statement is correct concerning prostate US
It can detect fluid accumulation within the organ; It can detect parenchymal
hypertrophy; It provides possibility of core biopsy
which nerve is most prone to iatrogenic injury during TECA + LBO procedure
auriculopalpebral branch of the facial nerve
Which tool is next to be chosen in the case of uncertain radiographic findings in
suspected diaphragmatic hernia?
ultrasound
intramedullary pinning is not good for
treatment of achilles tendon fracture
which type of small intestinal obstruction has usually the poorest prognosis
mesenteric torsion
which is correct regarding pelvic fractures
it is an absolute indication for surgical treatment
which is correct regarding pelvic fractures
It can be a result of major trauma; Commonly combined with a urinary tract injury; It
could be associated with pneumothorax
Which of the following protocols is to be followed in case of acute obstruction form
of feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD)?
stabilisation + urethral catheterisation
which of the following statements is incorrect regarding gastric dilation and volvulus (GDV)
GDV starts right after the last feeding
Which of the following statements is correct regarding gastric dilation and volvulus
(GDV)?
The GDV may be caused by dietary disorders; There is also a chronic form of GDV;
GDV is usually of acute onset
which suture material is not recommended for cystotomy wound closure
poliglecaprone
which suture materials can be used for cystotomy wound closure
PDS; Polyglyconate; Glycomer
which of the following is the most informative one for diagnosing ectopic ureters
IV urography + pneumocystography; + Negative contrast
what does ‘skeletonisation’ mean
Cassation of the mesenterial blood supply on the intestinal section to be resected
how many lung lobes does a dog have
7
how many lung lobes does a cat have
6
Which of the following procedures is not recommended for surgical resolution of
prostatic cysts?
puncture
what is the advantage of scrotal uretrostomy
early dissectible urethral section, wider and safer stroma
which statement is incorrect concerning acute abdominal catastrophe
The precise diagnosis of organ dysfunctions is necessary for surgical indication
which of the following breeds is usually not affected by ectopic ureter
german shepherd
which of the following breeds is usually affected by ectopic ureters
labrador, husky, westie
which of the diagnostic findings indicated the diagnosis of urinary bladder rupture
if contrast leakage is confirmed by positive retrograde cystography
which statement is correct concerning diaphragmatic hernia
Hiatus hernia has 2 forms: Axial & paraoesophageal; The Peritoneopericardial hernia
is inherited; They take 5-10% of diaphragmatic hernias
which statement is true regarding inguinal hernia
the indirect inguinal hernia is more common than the direct one
ideal therapy in case of joint injury is
joint lavage within 6 hours
which is the uppermost muscle layer to be incised during lateral thoracotomy
m. cutaneous trunci
Which of the following nerves are most prone to iatrogenic injury during ventral bulla
osteotomy (VBO)?
hypoglossal nerve
Which of the following suture patterns is not recommended for cystotomy wound
closure?
double layer (penetrating + lambert) suture
which of the following statements is correct
a penrose drain is a tube drain
which of the following decisions is correct in case of disuse gastric necrosis during GDV surgery
euthanasia
which urolith is surely radiodense
calcium oxalate
which brachycephalci disorder is not surgically curable
tracheal hyoplasia
