Veterinary Ethics VCM-513 Exam

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Mischief is punishable under the section ___________.

relevant section of law

A punctured wound is also referred to as a ___________.

penetrating wound

An example of cruelty against animals is___________.

animal neglect

The act to help prevent the spread of dourine is called___________.

The Dourine Act Signup and view all the answers

Veterinary evidence before a court of law primarily includes:

Both documentary and oral evidence (C) Signup and view all the answers

The term 'bishoping' is most commonly associated with:

Fraudulent sale of animals (B) Signup and view all the answers

The first report in a veterinary legal case is called:

First information report (A) Signup and view all the answers

Adulteration of ghee is commonly achieved by adding:

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Subpoena'.

A subpoena is a legal document that requires a person to appear in court or provide testimony related to a legal case. Signup and view all the answers

What is post-mortem maceration?

Post-mortem maceration refers to the decomposition of a fetus inside the uterus after its death. This process occurs when the dead fetus is retained within the uterus and undergoes autolysis due to the absence of oxygen. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the significance of investigating a case of drowning in veterinary forensics.

Investigating drowning involves determining the cause of death, identifying if the animal was alive when it entered the water, and ruling out other potential causes. It helps establish negligence, foul play, or natural causes. Signup and view all the answers

Describe 'thermal shock'.

Thermal shock is a physiological response caused by a sudden change in temperature, especially from hot to cold, which can cause rapid contraction and expansion in living organisms. Signup and view all the answers

What is adipocere?

Adipocere is a wax-like substance formed during the decomposition of dead bodies, typically in moist, anaerobic conditions. It is formed by the hydrolysis and hydrogenation of body fats. Signup and view all the answers

Write a short description about burns in Veterinary forensics.

In veterinary forensics, burns can be indicative of animal abuse or accidental incidents. Forensic investigation involves determining the cause of burns, the extent of damage, and whether the animal was alive when burned. Signup and view all the answers

Write a short summary on ANTU poisoning.

ANTU (alpha-naphthylthiourea) is a rodenticide that causes pulmonary edema. In animals, ANTU poisoning leads to rapid accumulation of fluid in the lungs, resulting in respiratory distress and death. Signup and view all the answers

Explain briefly the duties of Veterinarians to their clients & patients.

Veterinarians have a duty to provide competent medical care, maintain confidentiality, obtain informed consent, and act in the best interest of the animal patient while respecting the client's wishes and resources. Signup and view all the answers

Write short summary about the rules to follow during a PM examination.

Rules of PM examination include documenting external and internal findings systematically, collecting samples for further analysis, maintaining chain of custody, and adhering to ethical and legal guidelines to establish cause and manner of death. Signup and view all the answers

Mention the short summary about the Vetero- legal aspects of death.

The vetero-legal aspects of death consider laws and regulations governing animal deaths, including reporting requirements, disposal procedures, and investigating potential illegal activities or negligence. Signup and view all the answers

In brief describe the Dourine Act 1910.

The Dourine Act of 1910 was enacted to prevent and control the spread of dourine, a sexually transmitted disease in horses, requiring testing, quarantine, and treatment of infected animals to protect the equine population. Signup and view all the answers

Veterinarians have no legal obligation to report suspected cases of animal abuse.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is Mischief?

Deliberate destruction or damage to property

What is a punctured wound?

A wound caused by a sharp, pointed object penetrating the skin.