VTAC Practice Test 1
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What is the purpose of a contrast medium commonly used in imaging?

  • Disinfecting the imaging equipment
  • Measuring radiation levels
  • Enhancing the image quality (correct)
  • Calming the patient
  • What is a common side effect of opioid analgesics?

  • Increased appetite
  • Dehydration
  • Respiratory depression (correct)
  • Hyperactivity
  • What is the largest organ in an animal's body?

  • Liver (correct)
  • Heart
  • Brain
  • Skin
  • Which type of drug is used to kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms?

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

    What is the purpose of an endotracheal tube during surgery?

    <p>Secure airway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best tool for periodontal probing?

    <p>Periodontal probe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a centrifuge primarily do?

    <p>Separate components of a sample</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common sign of dehydration in animals?

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

    What does TPR stand for in the context of veterinary care?

    <p>Temperature, Pulse, Respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the cerebellum in the brain?

    <p>Motor control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the appropriate medication for an animal with a bacterial infection?

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

    What is the main purpose of a diuretic?

    <p>Lower blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which surgical instrument is used to hold tissue away from the surgical site?

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

    At which phase of surgery is a surgical count typically performed?

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

    What is gingivitis?

    <p>Inflammation of the gums</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which instrument is used for removing calculus from teeth?

    <p>Dental scaler</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a CBC test measure?

    <p>Blood components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Nutrition

    • Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, and Fiber are essential nutrients
    • Fiber is a type of carbohydrate

    Diagnostic Imaging

    • MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging
    • Contrast medium is used to enhance image quality
    • Radiograph commonly displays both soft tissues and bones
    • Ultrasound imaging modality uses sound waves

    Anesthesia and Analgesia

    • Opioid analgesics can cause respiratory depression as a side effect
    • Pre-anesthetic medication is used to calm the animal before inducing anesthesia
    • Opioid antagonist is used for reversal of anesthesia
    • Inhaled anesthetics primarily consist of Isoflurane

    Anatomy/Physiology/Parasitology

    • Skin is the largest organ in the animal's body
    • Tick is an example of an ectoparasite
    • Cerebellum is responsible for motor control in the brain
    • Dirofilaria immitis is a parasite that commonly causes heartworm in dogs

    Pharmacy and Pharmacology

    • Antimicrobial drugs are used to kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms
    • NSAID stands for Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
    • Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections
    • Diuretic is primarily used to lower blood pressure

    Surgical Preparation and Assisting

    • Endotracheal tube is used to secure airway during surgery
    • Polydioxanone is an absorbable suture material
    • Retractor is a surgical instrument used to hold tissue away from the surgical site
    • Surgical count is typically performed during the preoperative phase

    Dentistry Procedures

    • Periodontal probe is the best tool for periodontal probing
    • Dental bur is used to cut hard tissues
    • Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums
    • Dental scaler is used to remove calculus from teeth

    Laboratory Procedures

    • Centrifuge is used to separate components of a sample
    • PCV stands for Packed Cell Volume
    • CBC test measures blood components
    • Gram stain is used to differentiate bacteria

    Animal Care and Nursing

    • Common signs of dehydration in animals include lethargy, vomiting, and increased salivation
    • TPR stands for Temperature, Pulse, Respiration
    • Normal heart rate range for an adult dog is 70-120 bpm
    • Fiber is the most important nutritional component for a lactating feline

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