Veterinary Medicine Quiz

The process of examining a patient by feeling their body with the hands to detect abnormalities.

A technique used to listen for sounds within the body, such as heartbeats, lung sounds, or bowel movements.

A technique used to tap on body surfaces to assess underlying structures. It helps determine the size, consistency, and location of organs.

A list of problems identified through history, clinical examination, and preliminary laboratory tests.

The plan for keeping the owner informed about the animal's progress, treatment response, test results, diagnosis, prognosis, and any new issues.

A form of medical documentation that includes important information about a patient's examination, diagnosis, treatment, and progress.

The collection of baseline information about a patient, including signalment, history, and physical exam findings.

The process of identifying and listing the problems encountered in a patient.

A list of possible diseases that could explain the patient's symptoms and test results.

This plan aims to confirm or rule out conditions that may be at the top of the problem list or potential causes of multiple issues.

This plan outlines the goal of treatment and whether it's aimed at specific issues, symptom relief, support, or simply easing suffering.

The patient's description for identification purposes, including species, breed, age, sex, and reproductive status. Think of it like a patient's profile.

The main complaint the owner is presenting with. What concern brought the patient in for care?

Provides information about previous treatments, control measures used, and their outcomes. It's helpful in understanding the animal's history with certain medications and interventions.

A condensed version of the initial problem list that often lists diagnoses instead of separate problems. Think of it as the final list of issues.

This refers to recording objective data, such as clinical findings, laboratory test results, and results of special examinations. Think of it as the measurable data collected about the patient.

A disease where there are high levels of white blood cells, especially neutrophils, in the joint fluid.

Technique to examine the larynx, trachea, and thorax using listening (auscultation), feeling (palpation), and tapping (percussion).

The pulse rate in cattle is commonly measured in the median, caudal, and femoral arteries, but not the digital artery.

The digital artery is the most frequent palpable artery to obtain the pulse rate in horses.

The capillary refill time in goats can be assessed by looking at the vulvar mucosa, dental pad, or conjunctiva.

The first heart sound (S1) is caused by the closure of the atrioventricular valves (mitral and tricuspid).

The normal capillary refill time in horses is 1.5 seconds.

The normal pulse rate for small dogs and cats ranges from 80 to 120 beats per minute.

A neurological deficit where a horse walks in circles, often more noticeable in specific situations than others.

This reflex assesses the function of the facial and trigeminal nerves in cattle, and its absence indicates a problem with these nerves.

This refers to the patient's primary concern or reason for seeking veterinary care.

The psoroptic mange infestation in goats is commonly found in areas like the skin covering the ribs and the inner surface of the pinna.

This type of breathing sound, often due to paralysis of the vocal cords, is characteristic of certain respiratory problems in animals.

Sneezing in cattle is an uncommon occurrence, usually only seen in cases of allergic rhinitis.

Fluid therapy aims to restore balance and hydration in animals. Maintenance fluid therapy provides the daily volume required to maintain normal fluid levels.

This phase of fluid therapy focuses on restoring the animal's fluid volume back to normal levels after dehydration.

Isotonic crystalloids are the preferred fluid type for treating diarrhea because they match the body's electrolyte balance.

Hypertonic crystalloids are used to correct hyponatremia, which is a condition with low sodium levels in the blood.

A substance produced by microorganisms that inhibits or kills other microorganisms at low concentrations.

Polymyxin B and colistin are examples of drugs that disrupt the cell membrane function of bacteria.

Beta-lactam antibiotics interfere with the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, ultimately causing the bacterial cell to die.

A hypotonic solution exerts a lower osmotic pressure than body fluids, potentially causing cells to swell.

Abnormal lung sounds heard during auscultation, indicating airway obstruction or inflammation. These are not normally present in healthy lungs. Types include wheezing, crackles, rales, and rhonchi.

A type of respiratory sound characterized by a high-pitched, musical sound, often associated with narrowing of the airways. It can be heard during inspiration, expiration, or both.

A swine disorder characterized by muscle weakness and degeneration caused by deficiencies in vitamin E and selenium. It may lead to muscle swelling, lateral spine deviation, and impaired mobility.

A noisy rasping sound during breathing, often due to a partial airway obstruction, particularly in pigs. It's like a snorting or snoring sound, especially noticeable when exhaling.

The ideal temperature for pigs' comfortable and healthy living environment. It's best kept within a specific range for optimal growth and well-being.

The process of measuring the pulse rate in pigs. It's most accurate when done by palpating the femoral artery, middle coccygeal artery, or facial artery.

The normal lung sounds heard during auscultation in healthy animals, characterized by a soft, breezy sound. They are usually more pronounced during inspiration than expiration.