Question 1

Technician Marcus has a patient with poor blood flow and impaired oxygen delivery to tissues. What does Marcus suspect might be causing these signs?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cancer
B)  Cardiovascular failure
C)  Dehydration
D)  ShockE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 2

When treating a dog that has just undergone pelvic surgery, what type of immobilization is used?

Accepted Answer

A)  Velpeau's sling
B)  A compression bandage
C)  Ehmer sling
D)  90-90 Flexion slingE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 3

What is indicated by the patient posturing in a bowed down position, with the forelimbs crouched down and the hind quarter elevated?

Accepted Answer

A)  Dizziness
B)  Head trauma
C)  Abdominal pain
D)  Weakness in the forelimbsE) All of the above
F) B) and D) C

Question 4

Anxiousness, flaring nostrils, abnormal posture with extended head and neck, and reluctance to move are signs of what dangerous condition in a horse?

Accepted Answer

A)  Colic
B)  Gastroenteritis
C)  Encephalitis
D)  Respiratory distressE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 5

When a cat presents with a puncture wound showing significant contamination and dead space within the wound, what type of treatment should be instituted following the initial exploration, debridement, and lavage?

Accepted Answer

A)  Open wound drain
B)  Closed suction wound drain
C)  Application of hobbles
D)  Hydrophilic primary bandagingE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 6

During CPCR of a small dog, what is the name of the model thought to explain the pumping action of blood through the heart?

Accepted Answer

A)  Thoracic pump
B)  Cardiac pump
C)  Cardiovascular pump
D)  Effusion pumpE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 7

When evaluating respiratory status during an emergency, what respiratory status is indicated by tachypnea interspersed with apnea?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cheyne-Stokes
B)  Pneumothorax
C)  Miosis
D)  NystagmusE) C) and D)
F) None of the above A

Question 8

What is a sign of paradoxical respiration?

Accepted Answer

A)  Abducted elbows and lifted head
B)  Chest wall and abdominal wall moving asynchronously
C)  Extended neck and open mouth
D)  Short breaths with several seconds of pause in between each breathE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Cats with which blood type have naturally high levels of antibodies against blood type A, which can result in fatal allergic reactions if transfused with this mismatched type?

Accepted Answer

A)  A
B)  B
C)  AB
D)  ABOE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 10

What emergent condition should be suspected in an intact female dog with fever, lethargy, vaginal discharge, and inappetence or vomiting?

Accepted Answer

A)  Late term pregnancy
B)  Pyometra
C)  Parvo virus
D)  Corona virusE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 11

Which of the following is not a primary bandage layer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Adherent
B)  Hypertonic
C)  Nonadherent semiocclusive
D)  Nonocclusive elasticE) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

Technician Marcus is performing cardiopulmonary cerebrovascular resuscitation on a patient. He has already ascertained that there is no airway blockage, but the patient is not breathing. What is the next step in order to successfully maintain life?

Accepted Answer

A)  Begin compressions
B)  Listen for breath sounds
C)  Begin assisted ventilation
D)  Administer 5mg epinephrineE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 13

For which of the following toxicants is the induction of vomiting not recommended?

Accepted Answer

A)  Chocolate
B)  Acetaminophen
C)  Ethylene glycol
D)  Cationic detergentsE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 14

If an animal is presenting for surgery and is graded as critical, what does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

A)  The animal's prognosis is favorable, but guarded.
B)  The animal is not expected to survive more than 24 hours, with or without surgery.
C)  The animal is debilitated, but surgical intervention can improve the prognosis.
D)  That while medical treatment may improve the animal's condition, surgery is preferred.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 15

During emergencies, a technician should be able to evaluate specific patient parameters in order to determine if a condition is immediately life threatening. What parameters are evaluated in order to make this determination?

Accepted Answer

A)  Capillary refill time and mucus membrane color
B)  Pulse rate and character
C)  Respiratory rate and character
D)  All of the aboveE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 16

Which of the following does not represent appropriate supplies to have on hand in preparation for emergency situations?

Accepted Answer

A)  Endotracheal tubes
B)  Laryngoscope
C)  Drugs predrawn into labeled syringes
D)  Electrocardiographic monitorE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 17

Which condition is indicated by brown mucous membrane color?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hepatic dysfunction
B)  Hyperemia
C)  Nystagmus
D)  MethemoglobinemiaE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

If a technician is examining an emergency patient and notices petechiae in the inguinal area and on the mucous membranes, what blood disorder may be present?

Accepted Answer

A)  Disseminated intravascular coagulation
B)  Paradoxical leukemia
C)  Hepatitis
D)  EcchymosesE) B) and C)
F) A) and D) A

Question 19

If a 20kg dog presents with 7% dehydration and fluid therapy is ordered, what amount of fluids should be given?

Accepted Answer

A)  0) 4L
B)  1) 4L
C)  2) 0L
D)  3) 2LE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 20

What is the highest treatment priority when treating shock?

Accepted Answer

A)  Stopping bleeding, whether internal or external
B)  Maintaining body temperature by external heating source
C)  Preventing circulatory collapse using fluid therapy
D)  Administering antibiotics to prevent secondary infectionE) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Exam 10: Critical Care

Technician Marcus has a patient with poor blood flow and impaired oxygen delivery to tissues. What does Marcus suspect might be causing these signs?

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When treating a dog that has just undergone pelvic surgery, what type of immobilization is used?

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What is indicated by the patient posturing in a bowed down position, with the forelimbs crouched down and the hind quarter elevated?

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Anxiousness, flaring nostrils, abnormal posture with extended head and neck, and reluctance to move are signs of what dangerous condition in a horse?

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When a cat presents with a puncture wound showing significant contamination and dead space within the wound, what type of treatment should be instituted following the initial exploration, debridement, and lavage?

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During CPCR of a small dog, what is the name of the model thought to explain the pumping action of blood through the heart?

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When evaluating respiratory status during an emergency, what respiratory status is indicated by tachypnea interspersed with apnea?

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What is a sign of paradoxical respiration?

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Cats with which blood type have naturally high levels of antibodies against blood type A, which can result in fatal allergic reactions if transfused with this mismatched type?

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What emergent condition should be suspected in an intact female dog with fever, lethargy, vaginal discharge, and inappetence or vomiting?

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Which of the following is not a primary bandage layer?

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Technician Marcus is performing cardiopulmonary cerebrovascular resuscitation on a patient. He has already ascertained that there is no airway blockage, but the patient is not breathing. What is the next step in order to successfully maintain life?

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For which of the following toxicants is the induction of vomiting not recommended?

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If an animal is presenting for surgery and is graded as critical, what does this indicate?

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During emergencies, a technician should be able to evaluate specific patient parameters in order to determine if a condition is immediately life threatening. What parameters are evaluated in order to make this determination?

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Which of the following does not represent appropriate supplies to have on hand in preparation for emergency situations?

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Which condition is indicated by brown mucous membrane color?

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If a technician is examining an emergency patient and notices petechiae in the inguinal area and on the mucous membranes, what blood disorder may be present?

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If a 20kg dog presents with 7% dehydration and fluid therapy is ordered, what amount of fluids should be given?

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What is the highest treatment priority when treating shock?

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