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?

1. Signalment:
2. Chief Complaint:
3. History of Present Illness (HPI):
4. Past Medical History:
5. Vaccination History:
6. Diet and Nutrition:
7. Behavioral History:
8. Environmental History
9. Parasite Control:
10. Reproductive History:
11. Social History:
12. Allergies:
13. 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?

1. Continuity of Care:
2. Accurate Diagnosis and Treatment:
3. Monitoring Health Trends:
4. Medication Management:
5. Vaccination Records
6. Preventive Care Planning:
7. Legal Documentation:
8. Communication with Pet Owners:
9. Research and Education:
10. Billing and Insurance
11. Emergency Care Guidelines:
12. Quality Assurance:

What is the order for cleaning a kennel?

1. Back
2. Bottom
3. Sides
4. Top
5. 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?

1. Denial - not accepting - shock -
2. Anger -reality and pain re-emerge
3. Bargaining - Try to strike a deal with God.
4. Depression - unable to function because of sadness
5. 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?

1. Dogs: 6-12 months depending on breed (large breed can be 18-24 months)
2. Cats: 4-6 months
3. Cattle: 9-15 months
4. Horses: 12-18 months
5. 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.