Pre-Veterinary Small Animal Practice Test

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• What does physiology study?
• Which white blood cell type is NOT formed in bone marrow?
• Which of the following was the first to classify organisms into two groups: plants and animals?
• Which term means to combine into a single or unified form?
• Which disease is detected by the 4Dx SNAP test?
• Which part of the body produces platelets?
• Which drug is a strong drug used to treat pain?
• Which of the following is NOT part of the small intestine?
• For horses, which of the following is NOT used as a form of identification?
• What does PETA stand for?
• Which statement correctly identifies the male sex cell?
• In swine, which identification method is most commonly used?
• Which route of administration is typically fastest for systemic drug onset?
• Which term refers to a substance produced by metabolic processes?
• Which test might be used to gain more information as to the severity of an infection within the animal?
• Which term refers to the base portion of a word that carries the core meaning?
• According to Katie Salas, CVT, how long should you leave the microscope cover slip on top of the fecal flotation before examining it under the microscope?
• Which statement best describes hindgut-fermenters?
• Which term means the ability to dissolve?
• Horses should always be approached in which way?
• Which term describes a limb structure closer to the point of attachment to the body?
• Which medication is used to treat skin conditions?
• What is a castrated male sheep called?
• What is the liquid portion of blood called?
• What is the protective tubular sheath of skin covering the penis?
• Which term describes a disease-causing agent such as viruses or bacteria?
• Is the statement 'The small intestine is also known as the colon' true or false?
• Where is a tattoo placed on cattle for identification?
• Which blood cells are primarily responsible for defending the body against bacteria, viruses, and fungi?
• This diagnostic test is used to detect parasite eggs in stool.
• Which cells carry oxygen in the body using hemoglobin?
• Which medication is used to treat moderate pain?
• In dogs, where is a microchip implanted for identification?
• Which statement describes the role of proteins?
• Which term describes something with many pores?
• Which of the following provides support for muscles and other tissues in the body?
• Short bones are typically found in the wrist and ankle.
• In swine, what does ear notching help identify?
• Which test measures the proportion of red blood cells in blood?
• The menstrual cycle is defined as which of the following?
• In hindgut-fermenters, what is the primary site of microbial fermentation?
• Which term corresponds to the definition 'solution which prevents the growth of microorganisms'?
• Which term means 'Very small particle'?
• Which animal is commonly a hindgut-fermenter?
• Which period is the estrus?
• Which statement best describes estrus?
• Which term describes a castrated male sheep?
• What test should be used to specifically identify the strain of bacteria or pathogen affecting the animal?
• Which of the following is a hindgut-fermenter?
• Which term refers to a microorganism, such as a bacterium that causes disease?
• Which white blood cell type is NOT formed in bone marrow?
• Which term refers to a group of organisms living together?
• Which act addresses the illegal trade of fish and wildlife into the United States?
• Which term refers to the male sex cell?
• Which statement about blood vessels is correct?
• Which term means 'near the center of the body'?
• Which term means 'Dissolve with, or mix with water'?
• Which term refers to Spaces and vessels between body tissues and organs where lymph circulates through the body?
• Which term describes red blood cells?
• What does the orange USDA metal tag indicate on cattle?
• Which human disease is related to the simian immunodeficiency virus (SIV) that affects non-human primates?
• Which medication is used to treat allergic reactions?
• What is the term for administering drugs through the veins of an animal?
• Aspirin is a medicine used to relieve mild or chronic pain and to reduce fever or inflammation. Which term best matches this definition?
• Which author and animal rights advocate protested animal cruelty and research in "A Dog's Tale"?
• Which diagnostic test is commonly used to screen for heartworm and some tick-borne diseases in dogs?
• Which disease is NOT detected by the 4Dx SNAP test?
• Which term best describes a group or class of organisms that share common characteristics or qualities?
• Which of the following is a segment of the small intestine?
• The atria are the bottom two chambers of the heart.
• Which system is most associated with transmitting nerve signals and governing reflexes?
• Which statement correctly describes a wether?
• Which item is used on small animals to decrease anxiety on a slippery table and help restrain their legs?
• Which medication is used to reduce arthritis pain?
• Which medication is used to anesthetize or euthanize animals?
• What term describes a male sheep that has not been castrated?
• Which act prohibits the illegal trade of any fish or wild animals that were taken, possessed, transported or sold in violation of any US law?
• According to Jenna Barber, DVM, how often should dogs be tested for heartworm disease?
• What is an injection which provided immunity from a disease?
• Which term is the scientific study of the human or animal mind and its function?
• Which restraint device placed on a horse's nose is used to distract during handling?
• Which term refers to a medicine that inhibits the growth of microorganisms?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of a fecal flotation test?
• If a diagnostic window shows three dots, what does that indicate?
• Which term means a group or class of organisms which have common characteristics or qualities?
• To simulate the conditions of the body, how long must a culture plate be placed in a heated incubator?
• Which test is used to determine which organisms are most likely to cause a bacterial infection and the best method of treatment?
• Which is not a federal law but organizations must comply with it to receive PHSP member agency funding?
• Which animal behavior category may result in growling, showing the teeth, and pinning the ears?
• Early surgical techniques in animal research were often studied using which species?
• Which class of drugs was discovered after testing on cats and prevents the clotting of blood?
• Who was the first to divide organisms into two groups—plants and animals?
• Which medication is used to treat moderate pain?
• Who suggested primates were capable of human emotions?
• Which medication is used to treat skin conditions?
• Which control mechanism is placed on a horse's nose and is used as a distraction for the animal?
• Erythrocytes are also referred to as which blood component?
• Which restraint is used for fractious cats or wild animals?
• In dehydration, which statement about a dog's packed cell volume (PCV) is true?
• In cattle, what is the best location to obtain a small blood sample?
• Which of the following is NOT an example of common practices for law enforcement in regards to animals?
• Which system is in charge of transmitting signals to the body and operates basic functions like breathing and digestion?
• Which statement is NOT true about the beliefs and actions of animal rights groups?
• Which term describes a harmful organism which lives in or on another animal or plant?
• Which term describes a group of organisms living together?
• Which of the following is not a type of bone in dogs and cats?
• Which policy is not a federal law but is often required to receive funding for research?
• Antibiotics are used to treat which of the following?
• What class of drugs is used to relieve pain?
• Which term refers to a medicine that inhibits the growth of microorganisms?
• Which term describes the process of forming a single, unified substance from different components?
• Which of the following gives a word meaning?
• Which term refers to substances derived from living organisms used for medical protection or treatment?
• In the late nineteenth century, which scientist conducted experiments on dogs to study conditioned responses such as salivation?
• If polycythemia is diagnosed, which symptom typically occurs?
• How should a small animal be handled during a physical exam or other procedures?
• In what year was the Endangered Species Act signed into law?
• Which vessel carries blood away from the heart?
• Which statement is true when the results show three or more dots in the window of the 4Dx SNAP reader?
• Which term means 'Very small particle'?
• The percentage of red blood cells in blood is referred to as which term?
• Which term is the colorless fluid, which holds white blood cells?
• Which of the following is used to keep cattle contained while performing physical exams or other procedures?
• Which agency administers licenses and registration to research facilities?
• Which term denotes a medication used to relieve mild or chronic pain?
• Which of the following is NOT used as a form of identification in horses?
• Which macromolecule are amino acids the building blocks of?
• Which author is associated with the protest against animal cruelty in "A Dog's Tale" (author of the piece)?
• Which term refers to the scientific study of social behavior in animals and humans?
• Which of the following is the most common method used to examine a fecal sample?
• How long does the average red blood cell live?
• Where is a tattoo placed on cattle?
• Which term means inhibiting the growth of microorganisms?
• Which prefix means 'above'?
• Who wrote Animal Liberation, arguing against animal experimentation?
• Protein is the substance required for the structure, function and regulation of the body's cells tissues and organs. Which option matches this definition?
• Smooth muscles are involuntary.
• Which parasite lives in the heart and arteries of an infected animal?
• Which term describes Movement of fluid through the lymphatic system or blood vessels to a body part?
• Which term denotes a very small particle?
• Which term means 'Rate or flow through a porous material'?
• What term describes animals that can breed on their own but have undergone physiological or behavioral changes due to captivity?
• Which term refers to any medication, substance or vaccine made from animal products or other biological sources used to prevent or treat disease?
• What is the normal PCV range for dogs?
• What is blood pressure?
• The atria are the top two chambers of the heart. True or False?
• Where is the best location to obtain a large blood sample from a horse?
• Which test would be used to identify the specific strain of a pathogen affecting an animal?
• In swine, ear notching identifies litter and individual number.
• Which term means 'Very small air cell of the lungs'?
• Amino acids are building blocks of which macromolecule?
• According to Dr. Jenna Barber, DVM, which vein can be used for drawing blood from a cat but not from a dog?
• Which statement is true about antibiotics?
• Which term describes transplantation of living tissue from one species to another?
• Which term best describes microorganisms?
• In anatomical terminology, which statement about proximal is true?
• Which organization is abbreviated as PETA?
• Which sample site is most commonly used for obtaining a large volume of blood from a horse?
• Which medication is used to treat severe pain?
• What term describes any disease-causing agent such as a virus or bacteria?
• Which small animal restraint requires extensive experience to correctly handle aggressive dogs?
• Which medication is used to reduce arthritis pain?
• Which of the following lists a protein that acts as a catalyst in biological reactions?
• Which term is defined as a substance produced by metabolism?
• Which anatomical term means 'toward the center of the body'?
• After an injury, what happens to platelets?
• Which medication is often used to anesthetize or euthanize animals?
• Which term describes white blood cells?
• Which test may determine if an animal is infected with internal parasites?
• Who wrote Animal Liberation?
• The term that describes the scientific study of social behavior in animals and humans is Sociobiology.
• Which drug is a strong analgesic commonly used to treat severe pain and is derived from opium?
• What device is used to keep cattle contained during examinations or procedures?
• What does a fecal flotation help veterinarians determine?
• Which act requires minimum standards of treatment and care for animals and was signed into effect in 1966 to regulate possession or sale of certain animals and animal living conditions?
• Surgical procedures were often first studied on which animal?
• Which of the following are proteins produced by living organisms that function as catalysts?
• Which emergency procedure is used to keep the heart pumping and oxygen flowing?
• For sheep and goats, which is the most common method used for identification?
• To determine which organisms are most likely the source of a bacterial infection and the best method of treatment, which test might be performed?
• Which type of stomach is found in horses, rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters?
• Which of the following are parts of the small intestine?
• Which method is the most common way to examine a fecal sample?
• Which of the following is NOT an animal rights group?
• Simian immunodeficiency virus (SIV) is related to which human disease?
• Which term is defined as 'Capability of being dissolved'?
• Leukocytes are also referred to as which blood cells?
• The liquid portion of blood that transports substances is called?
• Blood pressure is defined as which of the following?
• Which term is defined as 'a medicine which inhibits the growth of microorganisms'?
• What does the dark blue-green dot in the upper-left corner of the 4Dx SNAP test window confirm?
• Which of the following is NOT a common parasite found when performing a fecal flotation on a small animal?
• Long bones are found in the wrist and ankle regions. True or False?
• Which site is commonly used for a small blood draw in cattle?