Geriatric Medicine - Pet Longevity Expectations MCQs
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What is a major misconception pet owners have about feline medicine?

  • Cats are more energetic as they get older
  • Cats are generally healthy until they're 18 to 20 years old (correct)
  • Feline patients typically lose muscle mass as they age
  • Feline patients are more prone to illnesses at an older age

    • What barrier to healthcare do senior pets often face?

  • Financial constraints
  • Shortage of veterinarians
  • Lack of healthcare options
  • Owner reluctance to bring them into the clinic (correct)

    • What is a key aspect of maintaining healthy ageing in senior pets?

  • Proper nutrition
  • Regular check-ups to prevent illness (correct)
  • Reducing stress
  • Regular exercise

    • What is caregiver burden in the context of senior pet care?

    <p>The emotional toll of caring for a senior pet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about ageing in feline medicine?

    <p>Cats naturally lose muscle mass as they age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key challenge in healthcare for senior pets?

    <p>Owners' unrealistic expectations of longevity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to explain the benefits of maintaining healthy ageing to pet owners?

    <p>To encourage owners to bring their pets in for regular check-ups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of communicating with owners of senior pets?

    <p>Discussing the health issues associated with ageing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major consequence of frailty in older pets?

    <p>Increased susceptibility to disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary driver of the 'circle of frailty' in older pets?

    <p>Chronic under-nutrition and reduced activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the ageing of cells?

    <p>Senescence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between chronological ageing and biological ageing?

    <p>Chronological ageing is based on years of life, while biological ageing is based on physiological changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of ageing?

    <p>A progressive, normal and expected loss of physiological integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of frailty on the immune system?

    <p>Reduced immune system function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between ageing and disease?

    <p>As physiological age increases, so does the likelihood of disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of healthcare providers in managing ageing in older pets?

    <p>To improve the journey through the ageing process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does caregiver burden primarily encompass for pet owners?

    <p>The stress and burden from caring for ill pets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept helps predict the likelihood of falls and health care needs in humans and is now being evaluated for pets?

    <p>Frailty indexes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of frailty in senior pets?

    <p>Decline in physiological reserves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way owners' willingness to care for frail pets often conflicts with?

    <p>Their financial and mental well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does frailty in pets differ from normal aging?

    <p>Frailty involves clinical status and a decline in stress resilience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to consider caregiver burden in senior pet care?

    <p>To improve the mental and financial well-being of pet owners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect is NOT included in the frailty assessment for pets?

    <p>Owner's physical activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of pets are mentioned as having caregiver burdens due to medication administration?

    <p>Ill cats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common finding in cats with underlying heart disease?

    <p>Gallop rhythms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of congestive heart failure in cats?

    <p>Tachycardic heart rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common dental change observed in older cats?

    <p>Yellowing of the teeth due to dentin thickening</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common complication of periodontal disease in older cats?

    <p>Oral neoplasia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common finding in older cats with periodontal disease?

    <p>Plaque without inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prevalence of periodontal disease in cats over three years of age?

    <p>70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of older cats with heart disease?

    <p>Stress plays an important role in heart disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common finding in older cats with heart disease?

    <p>Murmurs can be misleading in heart disease diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic finding on radiographs for older cats with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

    <p>Increased sternal contact of the heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In older dogs, what is the significance of heterotopic bone formation observed on radiographs and CT scans?

    <p>It increases with age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In both dogs and cats, bronchial calcification can be particularly associated with which condition?

    <p>Cushing's disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition in older cats can cause a radiographic finding of a tortuous or redundant aorta, which can be misinterpreted as a mass in the thorax?

    <p>Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of older cats without heart disease can have a heart murmur due to stress and tachycardia?

    <p>Up to 50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What radiographic change is common in older cats with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy that can incidentally appear on lateral radiographs?

    <p>Heart tipped cranially</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which imaging technique might show less difference in lung condition between older and younger dogs?

    <p>CT scans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might a new or loud heart murmur in older cats necessitate follow-up?

    <p>It may be more significant in older cats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition might a cat with an unkempt hair coat be suffering from?

    <p>Severe osteoarthritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease is generally associated with older dogs and can result in severe calcinosis cutis?

    <p>Cushing's disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of immobility, incontinence, and obesity in older pets?

    <p>Decubital ulcers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In dogs over 10 years old, what is the likelihood of developing mitral valve disease?

    <p>33%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age are three quarters of dogs diagnosed with Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)?

    <p>Seven years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What normal ageing change in the cardiorespiratory system might be observed in dogs during radiographs?

    <p>Increased bronchio-interstitial pattern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What breed is particularly predisposed to developing mitral valve disease?

    <p>Cavalier King Charles Spaniel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a contributing factor to dermatitis in older pets?

    <p>Immobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

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