Grade 2 dental calculus
What is hematology?
The study of blood and blood diseases
Why is preventative care important?
It reduces the risk for diseases, disabilities and early or preventable death.
Cyanotic
Blueish discoloration in the mucous membrane
What is the only NSAID labelled for cats?
Onsior (PO & injectable)
What is the best way to prevent dental disease?
Daily teeth brushing
Platelets
What heartworm prevention do we offer?
Purulent
Puss
When prescribing NSAIDs or antibiotics, what should we tell the client?
Give with food. Monitor for GI upset.
Worn teeth
Eosinophil
What age can we start the Lepto vaccine?
12 weeks
Turbidity of the sample caused by accumulation of lipoprotein particles
What are the most common medications we send home for fractious/nervous patients?
Dogs: Trazodone, Acepromazine and Gabapentin
Cats: Gabapentin
Tooth resorption
What is a normal range for HCT level in dogs? (hematocrit)
37-55%
What secondary parasite is a pet at risk for when they have fleas?
Tapeworm
Icteric
An excessive accumulation of a yellow pigment in the blood and tissues
What is Felimazole prescribed for
hyperthyroidism in cats
Platelet clumping.
Why do we give vaccines as distal as possible on the limb in a feline?
The risk of injection site sarcoma.
What is the term for swollen lymph nodes?
Lymphadenopathy
What is the difference between prednisone and prednisolone?
Prednisolone bypasses the liver. (and can be prescribed to cats)