CVA TEST 2025/2026 BANK QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS CURRENTLY TESTING
COMPLETE QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED
ANSWERS /ALREADY GRADED A+.
1. What is the normal resting heart rate for an adult dog?
...ANSWER... 60 to 140 beats per minute, depending on size (larger dogs are slower).
2. Define the term "zoonotic disease."
...ANSWER... A disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans.
3. List three common clinical signs of pain in a cat.
...ANSWER... Hiding, decreased appetite, hunched posture, vocalizing, aggression, or excessive
grooming.
4. What is the primary purpose of a rabies vaccination tag?
...ANSWER... To provide proof of vaccination and identify the animal in case of a bite incident
or if lost.
5. Which vein is most commonly used for venipuncture in a dog?
...ANSWER... The cephalic vein.
6. What is the function of the scruff on a cat or dog?
...ANSWER... It is a loose area of skin that the mother uses to carry her young; it can be used for
gentle restraint but should not be relied upon as the sole method.
7. What does the acronym "SOAP" stand for in medical records?
...ANSWER... Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan.
,8. Describe the proper way to lift a small dog.
...ANSWER... Place one hand under the chest and the other hand under the hindquarters, lifting
smoothly and holding the dog close to your body.
9. What is the normal body temperature range for a cat?
...ANSWER... 100.5°F to 102.5°F (38.1°C to 39.2°C).
10. What is the most critical factor to monitor during surgical anesthesia?
...ANSWER... Respiratory rate and depth.
11. Name the parasite that causes heartworm disease.
...ANSWER... Dirofilaria immitis.
12. What is the purpose of applying a Elizabethan collar (E-collar)?
...ANSWER... To prevent the animal from licking, chewing, or scratching a wound, incision, or
other body part.
13. Define "polyphagia."
...ANSWER... Excessive hunger or increased appetite.
14. What is the standard unit of measurement for prescribed medications in veterinary medicine?
...ANSWER... The metric system (e.g., grams, milligrams, milliliters).
15. List three items that should be included in every patient's signalment.
...ANSWER... Species, Breed, Age, Sex, and Reproductive status.
16. What is the name of the test used to detect heartworm antigen?
...ANSWER... An ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay) antigen test.
,17. Why is it important to express a dog's anal glands?
...ANSWER... To relieve impaction or infection when the glands are not expressing naturally,
which can cause discomfort and scooting.
18. What is the term for the process of giving birth in cats?
...ANSWER... Queening.
19. Describe the correct placement of a stethoscope diaphragm to auscultate the heart.
...ANSWER... On the left side of the chest, just behind the elbow.
20. What is the most common cause of urinary obstruction in male cats?
...ANSWER... Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD), often caused by urethral plugs or
stones.
21. What is the function of a pulse oximeter?
...ANSWER... To non-invasively measure the oxygen saturation of hemoglobin in the blood.
22. Define "miosis."
...ANSWER... Constriction of the pupil.
23. What is the proper method for cleaning a dog's ear?
...ANSWER... Fill the ear canal with a veterinary-approved cleaner, massage the base of the ear,
and allow the dog to shake its head. Then wipe out the external ear flap and accessible canal with
cotton gauze.
24. Name the four vital signs.
...ANSWER... Heart Rate, Respiratory Rate, Temperature, and Capillary Refill Time (CRT).
, 25. What is the normal capillary refill time (CRT) in a dog or cat?
...ANSWER... 1 to 2 seconds.
26. Why should you never use a dog's leash to lift or suspend the animal?
...ANSWER... It can cause serious injury to the neck, trachea, or spine.
27. What is the medical term for itching?
...ANSWER... Pruritus.
28. List three potential hazards of obesity in pets.
...ANSWER... Diabetes mellitus, arthritis, heart disease, respiratory difficulty, and decreased life
expectancy.
29. What is the purpose of a fecal flotation test?
...ANSWER... To detect the eggs of intestinal parasites.
30. Describe the symptoms of a dog experiencing heat stroke.
...ANSWER... Excessive panting, bright red mucous membranes, tacky gums, weakness,
vomiting, diarrhea, collapse, and body temperature over 105°F (40.5°C).
31. What is the name of the condition characterized by a bloated, distended abdomen in dogs,
often a medical emergency?
...ANSWER... Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) or "bloat."
32. Define "anorexia" in a medical context.
...ANSWER... A lack or loss of appetite for food.
CORRECT ANSWERS CURRENTLY TESTING
COMPLETE QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED
ANSWERS /ALREADY GRADED A+.
1. What is the normal resting heart rate for an adult dog?
...ANSWER... 60 to 140 beats per minute, depending on size (larger dogs are slower).
2. Define the term "zoonotic disease."
...ANSWER... A disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans.
3. List three common clinical signs of pain in a cat.
...ANSWER... Hiding, decreased appetite, hunched posture, vocalizing, aggression, or excessive
grooming.
4. What is the primary purpose of a rabies vaccination tag?
...ANSWER... To provide proof of vaccination and identify the animal in case of a bite incident
or if lost.
5. Which vein is most commonly used for venipuncture in a dog?
...ANSWER... The cephalic vein.
6. What is the function of the scruff on a cat or dog?
...ANSWER... It is a loose area of skin that the mother uses to carry her young; it can be used for
gentle restraint but should not be relied upon as the sole method.
7. What does the acronym "SOAP" stand for in medical records?
...ANSWER... Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan.
,8. Describe the proper way to lift a small dog.
...ANSWER... Place one hand under the chest and the other hand under the hindquarters, lifting
smoothly and holding the dog close to your body.
9. What is the normal body temperature range for a cat?
...ANSWER... 100.5°F to 102.5°F (38.1°C to 39.2°C).
10. What is the most critical factor to monitor during surgical anesthesia?
...ANSWER... Respiratory rate and depth.
11. Name the parasite that causes heartworm disease.
...ANSWER... Dirofilaria immitis.
12. What is the purpose of applying a Elizabethan collar (E-collar)?
...ANSWER... To prevent the animal from licking, chewing, or scratching a wound, incision, or
other body part.
13. Define "polyphagia."
...ANSWER... Excessive hunger or increased appetite.
14. What is the standard unit of measurement for prescribed medications in veterinary medicine?
...ANSWER... The metric system (e.g., grams, milligrams, milliliters).
15. List three items that should be included in every patient's signalment.
...ANSWER... Species, Breed, Age, Sex, and Reproductive status.
16. What is the name of the test used to detect heartworm antigen?
...ANSWER... An ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay) antigen test.
,17. Why is it important to express a dog's anal glands?
...ANSWER... To relieve impaction or infection when the glands are not expressing naturally,
which can cause discomfort and scooting.
18. What is the term for the process of giving birth in cats?
...ANSWER... Queening.
19. Describe the correct placement of a stethoscope diaphragm to auscultate the heart.
...ANSWER... On the left side of the chest, just behind the elbow.
20. What is the most common cause of urinary obstruction in male cats?
...ANSWER... Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD), often caused by urethral plugs or
stones.
21. What is the function of a pulse oximeter?
...ANSWER... To non-invasively measure the oxygen saturation of hemoglobin in the blood.
22. Define "miosis."
...ANSWER... Constriction of the pupil.
23. What is the proper method for cleaning a dog's ear?
...ANSWER... Fill the ear canal with a veterinary-approved cleaner, massage the base of the ear,
and allow the dog to shake its head. Then wipe out the external ear flap and accessible canal with
cotton gauze.
24. Name the four vital signs.
...ANSWER... Heart Rate, Respiratory Rate, Temperature, and Capillary Refill Time (CRT).
, 25. What is the normal capillary refill time (CRT) in a dog or cat?
...ANSWER... 1 to 2 seconds.
26. Why should you never use a dog's leash to lift or suspend the animal?
...ANSWER... It can cause serious injury to the neck, trachea, or spine.
27. What is the medical term for itching?
...ANSWER... Pruritus.
28. List three potential hazards of obesity in pets.
...ANSWER... Diabetes mellitus, arthritis, heart disease, respiratory difficulty, and decreased life
expectancy.
29. What is the purpose of a fecal flotation test?
...ANSWER... To detect the eggs of intestinal parasites.
30. Describe the symptoms of a dog experiencing heat stroke.
...ANSWER... Excessive panting, bright red mucous membranes, tacky gums, weakness,
vomiting, diarrhea, collapse, and body temperature over 105°F (40.5°C).
31. What is the name of the condition characterized by a bloated, distended abdomen in dogs,
often a medical emergency?
...ANSWER... Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) or "bloat."
32. Define "anorexia" in a medical context.
...ANSWER... A lack or loss of appetite for food.
