Working with the Laboratory
Mouse AALAS Questions with
Accurate Answers
A straight needle is preferred for oral gavage in a 18 gram mouse because it
prevents trauma to the esophagus. correct answer True
All of the following are practical methods of identifying mice EXCEPT: correct
answer Leg band
Compliance with environmental standards in facilities housing mice is generally
the responsibility of: correct answer The animal care staff
Federal policies and guidelines require humane treatment of laboratory animals:
correct answer All of the Above
How are Salmonella spp. typically transmitted from animals to humans? correct
answer By the fecal-oral route
In the mouse, IP injection should proceed only after aspiration has shown that the
needle is properly positioned. correct answer True
Peri-procedural care includes: correct answer All of the Above
The goal of appropriate animal care is to: correct answer minimize pain and
distress where possible.
, The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals provides: correct answer
The basic information needed to develop an institutional occupational health and
safety program.
To track for the presence of pain or distress in mice over time, the baseline should
be based on: correct answer The signs observed on normal, untreated animals.
Typically, subcutaneous injections in mice: correct answer All of the Above
What best describes Bupivacaine? correct answer Local anesthetic agent
What best describes the oral gavage procedure? correct answer The
administration of fluid into the stomach through a feeding needle that is inserted
into the mouth and threaded down the esophagus.
What group determines if a euthanasia method is acceptable for use in a
particular species? correct answer American Veterinary Medical Association
What is a problem that is often encountered with mice housed on wire mesh
flooring? correct answer Foot injuries
What is a safe bleed volume for a 20-gram mouse? correct answer 0.1-0.2 ml
What is generally a superior anesthesia choice for mice undergoing major surgical
procedures? correct answer Inhalation anesthesia
Mouse AALAS Questions with
Accurate Answers
A straight needle is preferred for oral gavage in a 18 gram mouse because it
prevents trauma to the esophagus. correct answer True
All of the following are practical methods of identifying mice EXCEPT: correct
answer Leg band
Compliance with environmental standards in facilities housing mice is generally
the responsibility of: correct answer The animal care staff
Federal policies and guidelines require humane treatment of laboratory animals:
correct answer All of the Above
How are Salmonella spp. typically transmitted from animals to humans? correct
answer By the fecal-oral route
In the mouse, IP injection should proceed only after aspiration has shown that the
needle is properly positioned. correct answer True
Peri-procedural care includes: correct answer All of the Above
The goal of appropriate animal care is to: correct answer minimize pain and
distress where possible.
, The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals provides: correct answer
The basic information needed to develop an institutional occupational health and
safety program.
To track for the presence of pain or distress in mice over time, the baseline should
be based on: correct answer The signs observed on normal, untreated animals.
Typically, subcutaneous injections in mice: correct answer All of the Above
What best describes Bupivacaine? correct answer Local anesthetic agent
What best describes the oral gavage procedure? correct answer The
administration of fluid into the stomach through a feeding needle that is inserted
into the mouth and threaded down the esophagus.
What group determines if a euthanasia method is acceptable for use in a
particular species? correct answer American Veterinary Medical Association
What is a problem that is often encountered with mice housed on wire mesh
flooring? correct answer Foot injuries
What is a safe bleed volume for a 20-gram mouse? correct answer 0.1-0.2 ml
What is generally a superior anesthesia choice for mice undergoing major surgical
procedures? correct answer Inhalation anesthesia
