Veterinary Specialties/Urine
Common Conditions
Parasites
Heart/Blood
Random
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What is an example of a veterinary specialty?

Multiple correct answers (e.g. large animal, orthopedic, dental, dermatology, etc.)

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What is arthritis?

A condition that develops when animals get older and causes inflammation of the joints.
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What type of parasite carries Lyme disease?

Ticks

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What does the heart do? 

Carries oxygenated blood out to the body and helps get rid of carbon dioxide.

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Should urine be acidic or basic?

Acidic

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Is a dog groomer a veterinarian?

No

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What are some symptoms of allergies in dogs?

ocular/nasal discharge, sneezing, red rash, paw licking - salivary staining

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What is one example of parasite prevention techniques?

Flea topical treatment, flea collar, oral medications.

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Where can you find the pulse of a dog?

On their femoral artery - under their hip.

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What is this called?

Ultrasound
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What is one way to collect a urine sample?

Cystocentesis - needle in bladder

Catheter - tube into the bladder

Free flow - catching urine in a container

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What is the difference between a closed and an open fracture?

An open fracture occurs when the skin is broken, but a closed fracture stays beneath the surface. 

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What is an example of a parasitic worm?

Heartworm, hookworm, roundworm, tapeworm, etc.

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What type of tissue is the heart made of?

Muscle tissue

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What causes obesity in pets? Why is obesity dangerous?

Caused by overfeeding or improper feeding habits; can cause further health issues

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What organ does a cardiac surgeon specialize in?

The heart 

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What is one way to fix a dislocated joint?

Closed reduction - muscle relaxant and anesthesia and physically relocating the joint.

Surgery - metal plates/screws are used to keep the joint in place

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What type of parasite causes mange?

Mites 

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What does the plasma transport? (aside from other parts of the blood)

Hormones and nutrients

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What is cancer? What is happening to the cells?

Cancer is uncontrolled cell growth

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What molecule is present in the urine when an animal is in kidney failure?

What about diabetes?

Proteins

Glucose

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What is occurring in the body when an animal has diabetes?

The pancreas is no longer secreting insulin which is responsible for breaking down sugars in the body. 

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How is giardia transmitted? 

Through drinking contaminated water.

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What artery is felt when taking a dog's pulse?

Femoral artery

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What makes a dog more prone to ear infections?

Droopy-eared breeds or dogs that spend a lot of time in the water are the most prone to repeated ear infections