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CVA Practice Exam Questions with Answers (100%
Correct Answers)
When performing a dental prophy while a pet is anesthetized, what is
the first step that should be taken? Answer: Apply eye lubricant
Feeding your dog a balanced diet will help avoid problems such as:
Answer: Diabetes.
If a dog's abdomen becomes distended ________, it is more likely to be
____________. Answer: Quickly, life threatening.
Which of the following is an oral heartworm preventative that also
aids in flea control? Answer: Sentinel
Anesthesia is defined as loss of consciousness. Answer: False
A female tick can carry as many as _______ eggs. Answer: 8000
A urinalysis may provide information for which conditions? Answer:
Diabetes.
Kidney disease.
Urinary tract infections.
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What can prescription diets be used for? Answer: To treat a specific
condition
To avoid issues with food allergies
To prevent GI issues
To treat a hospitalized patient
Which of the following words refers to the liver? Answer: Hepato
One of the most common sites for a subcutaneous injection is? Answer:
Loose skin over the pelvis
In most states, the licensed Veterinarian and registered or certified
veterinary technicians are allowed to perform extractions. Answer:
True
The first estrus cycle usually occurs between _____ to _______ months
of age. Answer: 10, 14
Ectoparasites, if present, would be noted during the __________ exam.
Answer: integumentary
A dog that is a fear biter may exhibit which sign? Answer: Tail tucked.
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Avoidance of eye contact.
Pulled back upper lip.
The essential components for nutrition are: Answer: Water,
Carbohydrates, Fat, Proteins, Minerals, and Vitamins
(When loading a horse in a trailer) The horse should be Answer: tied in
front before closing them in at the back
Seizures that last less than ___________ are typically not life
threatening. Answer: One minute
The visible portion of the tooth, above the gum line is called _________.
Answer: Crown
_____________ is a common poison ingested by pets. Answer:
Acetaminophen.
Ibuprofen.
Antifreeze.
At 6 to 7 months of age, puppies and kitties should have lost their pre-
molars and molars. Answer: True
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The tabby cat has __________ lines but the tiger has ___________ lines.
Answer: Swirled, straight
Which route of administration for medication is also known as
parenterally? Answer: Injectable
The three critical elements of the results-based model of leadership
development are: Answer: Purpose, Process, and Passion
What information should be included on a urine sample container?
Answer: Owner's name.
Patient's name.
Date.
1 tsp is equal to ___ mls and 1 Tbsp is equal to _____ mls. Answer: 5 ;
15
A cat scratch is not considered an injury. Answer: False
The problem with flea and tick baths is that they ________________.
Answer: Do not prevent future infestation
Dental radiology allows us to look at the condition of the teeth and
their surrounding periodontal structures. Answer: True
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CVA Practice Exam Questions with Answers (100%
Correct Answers)
When performing a dental prophy while a pet is anesthetized, what is
the first step that should be taken? Answer: Apply eye lubricant
Feeding your dog a balanced diet will help avoid problems such as:
Answer: Diabetes.
If a dog's abdomen becomes distended ________, it is more likely to be
____________. Answer: Quickly, life threatening.
Which of the following is an oral heartworm preventative that also
aids in flea control? Answer: Sentinel
Anesthesia is defined as loss of consciousness. Answer: False
A female tick can carry as many as _______ eggs. Answer: 8000
A urinalysis may provide information for which conditions? Answer:
Diabetes.
Kidney disease.
Urinary tract infections.
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What can prescription diets be used for? Answer: To treat a specific
condition
To avoid issues with food allergies
To prevent GI issues
To treat a hospitalized patient
Which of the following words refers to the liver? Answer: Hepato
One of the most common sites for a subcutaneous injection is? Answer:
Loose skin over the pelvis
In most states, the licensed Veterinarian and registered or certified
veterinary technicians are allowed to perform extractions. Answer:
True
The first estrus cycle usually occurs between _____ to _______ months
of age. Answer: 10, 14
Ectoparasites, if present, would be noted during the __________ exam.
Answer: integumentary
A dog that is a fear biter may exhibit which sign? Answer: Tail tucked.
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Avoidance of eye contact.
Pulled back upper lip.
The essential components for nutrition are: Answer: Water,
Carbohydrates, Fat, Proteins, Minerals, and Vitamins
(When loading a horse in a trailer) The horse should be Answer: tied in
front before closing them in at the back
Seizures that last less than ___________ are typically not life
threatening. Answer: One minute
The visible portion of the tooth, above the gum line is called _________.
Answer: Crown
_____________ is a common poison ingested by pets. Answer:
Acetaminophen.
Ibuprofen.
Antifreeze.
At 6 to 7 months of age, puppies and kitties should have lost their pre-
molars and molars. Answer: True
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The tabby cat has __________ lines but the tiger has ___________ lines.
Answer: Swirled, straight
Which route of administration for medication is also known as
parenterally? Answer: Injectable
The three critical elements of the results-based model of leadership
development are: Answer: Purpose, Process, and Passion
What information should be included on a urine sample container?
Answer: Owner's name.
Patient's name.
Date.
1 tsp is equal to ___ mls and 1 Tbsp is equal to _____ mls. Answer: 5 ;
15
A cat scratch is not considered an injury. Answer: False
The problem with flea and tick baths is that they ________________.
Answer: Do not prevent future infestation
Dental radiology allows us to look at the condition of the teeth and
their surrounding periodontal structures. Answer: True
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