Physical Exam & Body Systems
This body system is evaluated when checking gum color and capillary refill time.
Circulatory System
This instrument is used to listen to heart and lung sounds.
If a dog weighs 20 kg and the dosage is 5 mg/kg, the total medication dose is this amount.
100mg
These parasites live on the outside of the host.
External Parasites
This device is used to magnify parasite eggs.
Microscope
When obtaining a patient history, you should ask about diet, behavior changes, and this important preventive care practice.
vaccinations
This tool is used to examine the ear canal.
Otoscope
This information must always be included on a medication label.
patient name, drug name, dosage, directions, date, or veterinan
These parasite thrive inside the host.
Internal Parasites
This laboratory procedure uses a solution to cause parasite eggs to float to the top.
fecal Flotation
A cough, nasal discharge, and fever may indicate a problem with this body system.
Respiratory System
This instrument is used to examine the eye and retina.
ophthalmoscope
this part of the syringe measures medication volume.
Barrel
One procedure used to determine if an animal has external parasites.
Observation, Skin scraping
This is the correct magnification level typically used first when scanning for parasite eggs.
10x low power
Name two signs that may indicate dehydration.
sunken eyes, skin tenting, dry gums, or lethargy?
When using a stethoscope, you should place it on this part of the chest to hear the strongest heartbeat.
left side behind the elbow
Vaccines are often given by this common route in small animals.
subcutaneous
Signs of an animal with a parasite.
weight loss, diarrhea, loss of appetite
When scanning a slide, you should move the slide in this pattern to avoid missing areas.
systematic back-and-forth pattern?
eight loss, diarrhea, and a dull hair coat could indicate this type of internal problem.
parasite infestation?
When obtaining patient history, you should use this type of communication skill to gather accurate information.
open-ended questions or active listening skills
This dental procedure removes plaque and tartar from teeth.
dental scaling
This life cycle stage is often seen under the microscope in fecal flotation exams.
parasite egg (ova)
Blood smears are often used to detect this type of parasite found in red blood cells.
blood parasites (such as heartworms or protozoa