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?

The emotional toll of caring for a senior pet Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about ageing in feline medicine?

Cats naturally lose muscle mass as they age Signup and view all the answers

What is a key challenge in healthcare for senior pets?

Owners' unrealistic expectations of longevity Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

Discussing the health issues associated with ageing Signup and view all the answers

What is a major consequence of frailty in older pets?

Increased susceptibility to disease Signup and view all the answers

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

Chronic under-nutrition and reduced activity Signup and view all the answers

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

Senescence Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the definition of ageing?

A progressive, normal and expected loss of physiological integrity Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of frailty on the immune system?

Reduced immune system function Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between ageing and disease?

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

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

To improve the journey through the ageing process Signup and view all the answers

What does caregiver burden primarily encompass for pet owners?

The stress and burden from caring for ill pets 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?

Frailty indexes Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of frailty in senior pets?

Decline in physiological reserves Signup and view all the answers

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

Their financial and mental well-being Signup and view all the answers

How does frailty in pets differ from normal aging?

Frailty involves clinical status and a decline in stress resilience Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

Owner's physical activity Signup and view all the answers

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

Ill cats Signup and view all the answers

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

Gallop rhythms Signup and view all the answers

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

Tachycardic heart rate Signup and view all the answers

What is a common dental change observed in older cats?

Yellowing of the teeth due to dentin thickening Signup and view all the answers

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

Oral neoplasia Signup and view all the answers

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

Plaque without inflammation Signup and view all the answers

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

70% Signup and view all the answers

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

Stress plays an important role in heart disease Signup and view all the answers

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

Murmurs can be misleading in heart disease diagnosis Signup and view all the answers

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

Increased sternal contact of the heart Signup and view all the answers

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

It increases with age Signup and view all the answers

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

Cushing's disease 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?

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy Signup and view all the answers

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

Up to 50% Signup and view all the answers

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

Heart tipped cranially Signup and view all the answers

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

CT scans Signup and view all the answers

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

It may be more significant in older cats Signup and view all the answers

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

Severe osteoarthritis Signup and view all the answers

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