Innate behavior
Instinctive behavior
Lateral recumbency
when an animal is laying on its side.
Lateral restraint
when the technician lays the animal on its side.
transverse plane
divides the body in half
pain aggression
exhibited aggression caused by pain
behavior
actions of the animal
VOHC
Vetrinary Oral Health Council
Quick
The blook vessle in the middle of the nail
Dyspnea
difficulty breathing
apnea
lack of breathing
triage
the process of prioritizing cases
TPR
Temp - Pulse - Rate
MM
Mucus Membrane
PE
Physical Exam
CRT
Capillary Refill Time
PLR
Pulpillary Light Reflex
SOAP
- Subjective Findings-
- Objective Findings -
- Assessment -
- Plan
What blade is used for surgican prep
#15
What causes bluish grey gums?
oxygenation
Who is responsible for patients in the Vetrinary Hospital?
The staff
What physical exam parameters can a VA evaluate?
The TPR part
What should be included in a patient history?
- Signalment:
- Chief Complaint:
- History of Present Illness (HPI):
- Past Medical History:
- Vaccination History:
- Diet and Nutrition:
- Behavioral History:
- Environmental History
- Parasite Control:
- Reproductive History:
- Social History:
- Allergies:
- Review of Systems:
What needs to be included when scheduling an appointment
1. Client's (Pet Owner's)
Information:
- Full name
- Contact number
2. Pet
Information:*
- Pet's name
- Species
- Breed
-
Age or date of birth
- Sex
- Identification details
(microchip number, tag number)
3. Reason for the Appointment:
-
Brief description of the visit purpose (e.g., wellness check,
vaccinations, illness).
4. Preferred Date and Time:
-
Provide a range of dates and times.
5. Urgency of the Appointment:
-
Specify if it's routine or urgent.
6. Additional Information:
- Any
specific concerns or symptoms.
7. Previous Medical History:
- For
follow-up appointments, mention recent treatments or health changes.
8. Insurance or Payment
Information:
- Ask about accepted insurance or discuss payment methods.
9. Confirmation Process:
- Confirm
the clinic's procedure for appointment confirmations.
What vaccine needs to always have a certificate printed for it?
Rabies
Who is resonsible for writing the medical record?
Everyone
What does the medical record allow for?
- Continuity of Care:
- Accurate Diagnosis and Treatment:
- Monitoring Health Trends:
- Medication Management:
- Vaccination Records
- Preventive Care Planning:
- Legal Documentation:
- Communication with Pet Owners:
- Research and Education:
- Billing and Insurance
- Emergency Care Guidelines:
- Quality Assurance:
What is the order for cleaning a kennel?
- Back
- Bottom
- Sides
- Top
- Door
What does an autoclave use to sterilize?
Steam and high pressure
Who is responsible for cleaning
everyone
What causes ringworm?
fungus
When speaking with a client, what must you do with the conversation?
Keep it going.
What must you pay attention to when talking on the phone?
- Tone of voice
- Articulation
- Volume
- Avoid distractions
What are the stages of grief?
- Denial - not accepting - shock -
- Anger -reality and pain re-emerge
- Bargaining - Try to strike a deal with God.
- Depression - unable to function because of sadness
- Acceptance - calm - find a way to move on
What must be put on any secondary bottle?
an MSOS label
1. Contents
2. Concentration
3. Date of
Preparation
4. Expiration Date
5. Hazardous
Information
6. Storage Requirements
7. Preparer's Initials
or Name
8. Lot or Batch Number
9. Usage
Instructions
10. Other Relevant Information
Who is responsible for keeping employees safe?
Office Managers
What does chemotherapy waste look like?
Yellow
Chemotherapy waste refers to materials that have come into contact with or have been used in the administration of chemotherapy drugs
1. Empty Drug Vials
2. IV Bags and Tubing
3. Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE)
4. Needles and Syringes
5. Gauze
and Bandages
6. Spill Cleanup Materials
7. Expired or Unused
Medications
8. Sharps Containers
9. Empty Chemotherapy
Transport Bags
List of things that go in the Sharps Bin
- Syringes
- Scalpels
- Needles
- Lancets
- Razor blades
- Infusion sets
- Connection needles (e.g., for IV lines)
- Broken glass from lab equipment
- Any other sharp objects that may cause injury or contain residual medications
What is EVITs number one goal
Safety
What is the organization order from cell to organism?
- Cells
- Tissues
- Organs
- Organ Systems
- Organism
What happens in mitochondria?
cellular respiration and glycloysis
The hypodermis allows for what?
- Insulation
- Energy Storage
- Cushioning and Protection
- Thermal Regulation
- Connective Tissue Support
- Blood Vessel and Nerve Passage
- Fluid Balance
- Hormone Synthesis
- Appearance and Aesthetics
What age does estrus begin?
- Dogs: 6-12 months depending on breed (large breed can be 18-24 months)
- Cats: 4-6 months
- Cattle: 9-15 months
- Horses: 12-18 months
- Pigs: 5-7 months
What age should puppies be weaned?
3-6 weeks
Until what age are Da2pp/DHPP vaccines boostered every 2-4w?
16 weeks
Why do you vaccinate an adult dog that has never recieved a DHPP vaccine?
It can hep prevent diseases such as Distemper, Hepatitis (canine adenovirus-2), Parvovirus, and Parainfluenza
What is the average gestation lenght
2-3 weeks.