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Unit 5 Exam: Ch 14-15 Flashcards

1
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What is the protective response of the immune system to tissue injury or invading foreign organisms?

A

Inflammation

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Which of the following is TRUE about maternal transmission of infection?
A- the body has no natural defenses against spreading pathogens from mother to offspring
B- a virus can be passed from mother to offspring
C- pathogens cannot be transmitted through lactation
D- parasites and bacteria cannot be passed from mother to offspring

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B- a virus can be passed from mother to offspring

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3
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What is the name of the behavior that occurs when a dominant animal chews hair off of a less dominant animal?

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Barbering

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4
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Which is an example of exophthalmia?
A- weakness in the fins of fish that reduce swimming ability
B- Hair loss in rodents that results in bald spots
C- swelling behind the eyes in fish that makes the eyes enlarge and protrude from the eye sockets
D- increased tooth growth in rabbits that can lead to chewing problems

A

C- swelling behind the eyes in fish that makes the eyes enlarge and protrude from the eye sockets

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5
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What effect does mouse hepatitis virus (MHV) have on mice?

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It will alter their immune system

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6
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Why is it important that rabbits are handed properly?

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They can injure their backs

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Which is an example of vertical disease transmission?
A- the mother passing a pathogen to her offspring
B- aerosolized pneumonia virus
C- roundworm passed between adult dogs in the facility
D- contaminated bedding kicked up while transferring an animal to a clean cage

A

A- the mother passing a pathogen to her offspring

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What is the term for an animal that an transmit disease without showing signs that they have it?

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Carrier

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9
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What term is used to describe an outbreak that spreads throughout an entire colony of mice?

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Epizootic

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10
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What is a disease that is a result of aging called?

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Degenerative

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11
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What is metastasis?

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Spread of a tumor to another part of the body

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12
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What does etiology refer to?

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The cause or origin of a disease

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13
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What is a clinical sign of disease in an animal?

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An abnormality in appearance, activity, or behavior

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14
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Which of the following is an example of active immunity?
A- a transfer of immunity from one animal to another
B- development of immunity to a foreign substance the animal is exposed to
C- antibodies acquired by a newborn from its mother
D- an allergic immune response

A

B- development of immunity to a foreign substance the animal is exposed to

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15
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What is an example of an over-response of the immune system?
A- swollen glands
B- fever
C- allergy
D- inflammation
A

C- allergy

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16
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Which is TRUE for animals with a chronic infectious disease that is subclinical?
A- they are potential vectors of infection for other animals
B- they may exhibit clinical signs of disease
C- they will develop antibiotic resistance
D- they will quickly kill the pathogens

A

A- they are potential vectors of infection for other animals

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17
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How is passive immunity acquired?

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From nursing or across the placenta

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18
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What is the purpose for administering insecticide treatments several days apart?

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To destroy newly hatching parasites

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19
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In which condition might an abscess be likely to form?
A- puncture wound in a cat
B- ataxia of a rat recovering from anesthesia
C- overgrowth of hooves in sheep
D- ringtail in rodents

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A- puncture wound in a cat

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20
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Which condition would be LEAST likely to be associated with alopecia?
A- pneumonia
B- metabolic disease
C- nutritional imbalance
D- parasitic infestation
A

A- pneumonia

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21
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What is enteritis?

A

Intestinal inflammation

22
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What is mastitis?

A

Infection of the mammary gland

23
Q

WHat can be done to stop a male primate from self-mutilation?
A- place a female primate near his cage
B- move him put of eye contact with other males
C- offer him more food
D- avoid disturbing his cage

A

B- move him out of eye contact with other males

24
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Which of the following helps in preventing disease?
A- a clean facility and trained personnel
B- isolation of animals suspected of having a disease
C- proper handling and disposal of waste
D- all of the above

A

D- all of the above

25
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What is a local disease?

A

One that is confined to a small area of the body

26
Q

What is a vaccine?

A

Noninfectious antigenic material that stimulates an immune response

27
Q

What is conjunctivitis?

A

Inflammation of the tissue around the eyes

28
Q

What type of diet may result in diarrhea in animals that are decal digesters, such as rabbits?

A

High in starch, low in fiber

29
Q 
What is a common area to detect fleas on an animal?
A- neck
B- between the rear legs
C- back, cranial to the tail
D- all of the above
A

D- all of the above

30
Q

What is the most common reason animals fight when they are first housed together?

A

To establish the social hierarchy

31
Q

When a disease has a gradual onset and lasts for a long time, how would this disease be classified?

A

Chronic

32
Q 
Which of the following is a chronic bacterial infection in rabbits that can never be completely cured?
A- ataxia
B- enteritis
C- pasteurellosis
D- inflammation
A

C- pasteurellosis

33
Q

Which of the following is FALSE about red leg in frogs?
A- reddened, swollen ares form on the limbs and body
B- ulcers may develop
C- it is a viral infection
D- it is a common disease

A

C- it is a viral infection

34
Q

What is the first course of action if a guinea pig cage flood?

A

Remove the animals to a dry environment

35
Q

Persistent swelling or redness around an incision after surgery may indicate ______.

A

Wound infection

36
Q

What is the facility disaster plan standard operating procedure (SOP)?

A

A detailed plan of staff responsibilities and measures to preserve animal wellbeing in an emergency

37
Q

The emergency cart and supplies should be used to respond to _______.

A

Medical and surgical emergencies

38
Q

Which animas are most likely to play with their water valves, which may end to a flooded cage?

A

Guinea pigs

39
Q 
Which species lacks the ability to vomit?
A- Rats
B- dogs
C- nonhuman primates
D- sheep
A

A- rats

40
Q

Air bubbles appearing on the body of a fish may be related to:

A

Excess gas dissolved in the water

41
Q 
Which is NOT a sign that an animal is experiencing shock?
A- decreased blood pressure
B- attempts to vomit
C- rapid, weak pulse
D- pale gums
A

B- attempts to vomit

42
Q 
Which is NOT an appropriate treatment for most cases of shock?
A- keep patient warm
B- administer IV fluids
C- administer antibiotics
D- apply cooling compresses
A

D- apply cooling compresses

43
Q

An animal that is avoiding putting weight on a limb and as become withdrawn may potentially have _______

A

A fracture

44
Q

What medical emergency is treated by passing a gastric tube into the stomach to relieve the pressure?

A

Bloat

45
Q

Which document poutines the proper course of action for emergencies in a facility?

A

Disaster plan

46
Q 
What can aid freeing a dog’s paw trapped between the bars of a cage?
A- bolt cutter
B- sedative for a panicked animal
C- lubricant
D- all of the above
A

D- all of the above

47
Q

Which is the best way to stop fighting between two mice in a cage?

A

Move the mice to other cages

48
Q

Which of the following is the most likely cause of poisoning in an animal facility?
A- rodent feed from an unknown vendor
B- insecticides on animals treated for ectoparasites
C- change to a new bedding materials guinea pigs
D- latex gloves used for handling birds

A

B- insecticides on animals treated for ectoparasites

49
Q

Which of following is FALSE about security breaches and threats of violence?
A- most threats are not serious and there is no need to take them seriously
B- leave the area if you feel threatened or in danger
C- if a person in the facility appear out of place, tell facility management immediately
D- remain calm during a security incident

A

A- most threats are not serious so there is no need to take them seriously

50
Q

What items should be included in a first aid kit in an animal facility?
A- materials to cleanse and bandage wounds
B- printed instructions to report the injury
C- information on how to follow up with medial care
D- all of the above

A

D- all of the above

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