unit 2 Flashcards
What is the proper name for a sheep?
Ovine
What does it mean to place an animal in a ‘lateral recumbent position’?
on its side, away from the midline.
What term describes something further away from a pet’s wound?
Distal - distance.
What does the directional term ‘caudal’ indicate in a pet’s anatomy?
Toward the back or tail of the animal.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a prefix?
Cyte
Where would you place the needle for a ‘subcutaneous injection’?
Under the skin.
What does the prefix ‘Brady’ mean the opposite to another prefix?
It means the opposite of ‘Tachy’ = Fast heart beat.
What does hyperthermic refer to?
High above normal temperature.
What does the prefix ‘Trans-‘ mean?
Across.
A prefix is a word element that is attached to___of a word
front
What is the surgical procedure to remove a kidney called?
Nephréctomy → removing or cutting off.
What body system and part does ‘entero’ refer to?
The digestive system / the intestines.
What does cytology mean?
The study of cells.
How would you describe inflammation of the ear using a root word and a suffix?
Otitis.
If a pet was diagnosed with ‘osteosarcoma’, what body part does it have cancer in?
The bone.
What does the musculoskeletal system include?
Muscles, bones, and joints.
Which word refers to the liver?
Hepato.
What does the suffix ‘-ectomy’ refer to?
To cut out.
What is an example of a word terminal?
-ic or -ia.
If a pet were suffering from pyometra, what would it most likely be?
female
What does the suffix ‘-osis’ refer to?
Condition of the organ.
What instrument would a veterinarian use to view inside an animal’s stomach?
Gastroscope.
What does the suffix ‘-pathy’ mean when attached to an organ?
The disease of that organ.
What should you keep in mind when storing hazardous materials?
Store them where they are less likely to fall.
When lifting, where should you hold objects?
Close to your body.
Name a potential hazard found in a storage area.
Heavy bags of food, large boxes, or hazardous chemicals.
Mostly to be all above.
What does MSDS stand for?
Material Safety Data Sheet.
Is a cat scratch considered an injury?
true or false
FALSE.
If a clinic has more than how many employees, what must they do?
10.
The____ is responsible for providing a safe and healthy work environment?
The Employer.
The____ is responsible for their health by following safe work practices?
The Employee.
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
never open the door to an autoclave
You should never open the door to an autoclave unless the cycle is complete
,
the inside pressure has returned to a safe level,
the temperature has returned to a safe level.
What may cause escaping anesthetic gas?
faulty equipment,
an improperly cuffed endotracheal tube,
the absence of a properly functioning scavenger system.
Gas cylinders present an emergency if they__
if they fall
__should be placed in sharps container?
Scalpel blades
Why should gloves be worn during a dental cleaning?
bacteria and mouth can be harmful if it gets cracked into skin
What protection should be taken when handling chemotherapeutic drugs?
double gloves,
an impenetrable mask,
and protective eyewear.
two different chemicals
should never be mixed together unless directed by the manufacturer.
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment.
What are considered chemicals?
Disinfectants, radiographic solutions, and cleaners
What are common zoonotic diseases?
Common zoonotic diseases include Rabies (Viral Infection), E. Coli (Bacterial Infection), Ringworm (Fungal Infection), Round/Hookworm (Internal Parasites), Sarcoptic Mange/Scabies (External Parasites), and Toxoplasmosis, Coccidia, Giardia (Protozoal Infection).
