AAVSB VTNE PRACTICE EXAM 2
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2025
1. What is the primary purpose of the cuff on an endotracheal tube?
A. Prevent laryngospasm
B. Secure the tube in place
C. Prevent aspiration of fluids
D. Deliver oxygen directly to the lungs
The cuff seals the trachea to prevent aspiration of fluids and ensure effective
delivery of gases.
2. Which of the following is a common sign of hypovolemic shock in dogs?
A. Bounding pulses
B. Pale mucous membranes
C. Increased temperature
D. Bradycardia
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,Hypovolemic shock leads to poor perfusion and oxygenation, causing pale
mucous membranes.
3. Which of the following drugs is classified as a controlled substance?
A. Cefazolin
B. Butorphanol
C. Amoxicillin
D. Carprofen
Butorphanol is a Schedule IV controlled opioid analgesic.
4. What is the normal heart rate for a healthy adult feline?
A. 40–80 bpm
B. 60–100 bpm
C. 80–120 bpm
D. 140–220 bpm
Cats have a naturally high heart rate, typically between 140–220 bpm.
5. Which radiographic view is best for evaluating the lungs in small animals?
A. Dorsoventral
B. Ventrodorsal
C. Left lateral
D. Oblique
The ventrodorsal view allows for clearer evaluation of the thoracic cavity and
lung fields.
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, 6. What is the function of the nephron in the kidney?
A. Produce bile
B. Filter blood and form urine
C. Store urine
D. Regulate blood pressure
Nephrons are the functional units of the kidney responsible for filtering blood
and forming urine.
7. Which of the following parasites is a zoonotic nematode?
A. Isospora spp.
B. Taenia spp.
C. Dipylidium caninum
D. Toxocara canis
Toxocara canis can infect humans and cause visceral or ocular larval migrans.
8. Which agent is commonly used to induce vomiting in dogs?
A. Atropine
B. Apomorphine
C. Xylazine
D. Metoclopramide
Apomorphine is a centrally acting emetic used to induce vomiting in dogs.
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QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2025
1. What is the primary purpose of the cuff on an endotracheal tube?
A. Prevent laryngospasm
B. Secure the tube in place
C. Prevent aspiration of fluids
D. Deliver oxygen directly to the lungs
The cuff seals the trachea to prevent aspiration of fluids and ensure effective
delivery of gases.
2. Which of the following is a common sign of hypovolemic shock in dogs?
A. Bounding pulses
B. Pale mucous membranes
C. Increased temperature
D. Bradycardia
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,Hypovolemic shock leads to poor perfusion and oxygenation, causing pale
mucous membranes.
3. Which of the following drugs is classified as a controlled substance?
A. Cefazolin
B. Butorphanol
C. Amoxicillin
D. Carprofen
Butorphanol is a Schedule IV controlled opioid analgesic.
4. What is the normal heart rate for a healthy adult feline?
A. 40–80 bpm
B. 60–100 bpm
C. 80–120 bpm
D. 140–220 bpm
Cats have a naturally high heart rate, typically between 140–220 bpm.
5. Which radiographic view is best for evaluating the lungs in small animals?
A. Dorsoventral
B. Ventrodorsal
C. Left lateral
D. Oblique
The ventrodorsal view allows for clearer evaluation of the thoracic cavity and
lung fields.
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, 6. What is the function of the nephron in the kidney?
A. Produce bile
B. Filter blood and form urine
C. Store urine
D. Regulate blood pressure
Nephrons are the functional units of the kidney responsible for filtering blood
and forming urine.
7. Which of the following parasites is a zoonotic nematode?
A. Isospora spp.
B. Taenia spp.
C. Dipylidium caninum
D. Toxocara canis
Toxocara canis can infect humans and cause visceral or ocular larval migrans.
8. Which agent is commonly used to induce vomiting in dogs?
A. Atropine
B. Apomorphine
C. Xylazine
D. Metoclopramide
Apomorphine is a centrally acting emetic used to induce vomiting in dogs.
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