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Why is reassessing and revaluating important in patient care?
Why is reassessing and revaluating important in patient care?
- To keep us safe (correct)
- To apply chemical restraints
- To determine the patient's behavior
- To ensure the patient is confident
What does a patient's confident appearance on the outside often hide?
What does a patient's confident appearance on the outside often hide?
- Lack of nervousness
- Fearlessness
- Inner confidence
- Feeling threatened (correct)
Why do canines have well-developed means of communication?
Why do canines have well-developed means of communication?
- Because they live in small groups
- Due to the development of canines in social groups (correct)
- Because they are wild animals
- To differentiate themselves from other species
What happens when a threat increases according to the ladder of aggression in canines?
What happens when a threat increases according to the ladder of aggression in canines?
What does a single calming signal, such as yawning, indicate if not accompanied by other signs?
What does a single calming signal, such as yawning, indicate if not accompanied by other signs?
Why can applying low-stress handling techniques benefit veterinary environments?
Why can applying low-stress handling techniques benefit veterinary environments?
What is the primary consideration when selecting a muzzle for a dog?
What is the primary consideration when selecting a muzzle for a dog?
How should a muzzle be applied to a dog?
How should a muzzle be applied to a dog?
What type of muzzle is specifically designed for cats?
What type of muzzle is specifically designed for cats?
Why should muzzling a cat be avoided whenever possible?
Why should muzzling a cat be avoided whenever possible?
What is an alternative to using a traditional muzzle?
What is an alternative to using a traditional muzzle?
What should be closely monitored when a dog is wearing a muzzle?
What should be closely monitored when a dog is wearing a muzzle?
What is the primary purpose of cat gloves?
What is the primary purpose of cat gloves?
Why is it not recommended to carry animals in your arms?
Why is it not recommended to carry animals in your arms?
What should you use to move dogs?
What should you use to move dogs?
What should be considered when transporting an animal in a vehicle?
What should be considered when transporting an animal in a vehicle?
Why is towel wrapping not recommended?
Why is towel wrapping not recommended?
What should a carrier provide for an animal?
What should a carrier provide for an animal?
What is the purpose of tilting the animal's head back slightly when applying eye medication?
What is the purpose of tilting the animal's head back slightly when applying eye medication?
Why is it important to avoid loud 'squelching' noises when applying ear medication?
Why is it important to avoid loud 'squelching' noises when applying ear medication?
In what way does the feline hold differ from the canine hold?
In what way does the feline hold differ from the canine hold?
What is the purpose of massaging the external ear canal after applying ear medication?
What is the purpose of massaging the external ear canal after applying ear medication?
Why may some animals require a muzzle or burrito wrap during eye or ear medication?
Why may some animals require a muzzle or burrito wrap during eye or ear medication?
Where should eye medication be applied?
Where should eye medication be applied?
What is the environment in which the amount of energy required to maintain homeostasis is calculated?
What is the environment in which the amount of energy required to maintain homeostasis is calculated?
What is the formula for calculating RER for animals weighing between 3-25kg?
What is the formula for calculating RER for animals weighing between 3-25kg?
How often should neonates be fed when they are very young?
How often should neonates be fed when they are very young?
What is the ideal scenario for an orphaned puppy or kitten?
What is the ideal scenario for an orphaned puppy or kitten?
Why is it important to choose a speciesspecific milk replacer for hand-rearing orphaned puppies or kittens?
Why is it important to choose a speciesspecific milk replacer for hand-rearing orphaned puppies or kittens?
What is the range of energy required per 100g for neonates?
What is the range of energy required per 100g for neonates?
