AVA Mock Exam Study Questions with Complete Solutions How much of the body is made up of free water? - Correct Answer 60% What are the core vaccinations for dogs? - Correct Answer distemper adenovirus parvo parainfluenza rabies What type of sample is yielded from a tiger top/red top tube? - Correct Answer Serum The cephalic vein is a branch of what vein? - Correct Answer External jugular vein How much radiation can an occupationally exposed individual over 18 years of age receive over a year? - Correct Answer 5000mrem or 5rem Which of the following is considered the preferred method to substantiate nutritional adequacy claims?
- Correct Answer Feeding trial method
What must be recorded on the treatment sheet after taking a blood pressure? - Correct Answer measurement, site taken, equipment, cuff size used What are the most common sizes of catheters used for dogs and cats? - Correct Answer 16 gauge, 24 gauge What does the term ungual refer to? - Correct Answer the nail An overexposed radiograph will be what? - Correct Answer too dark 1 / 2
How often should the needle be changed to maximize asepsis when administering SC fluids from a multi- dose bag? - Correct Answer before and after every patient Which in-house laboratory analyzer is our point-of-care unit and requires 0.4mL of heparinized whole blood for analysis? - Correct Answer Nova Heartworm is spread by what parasite? - Correct Answer mosquitos What is one of the most important components of bathing a patient? - Correct Answer ensuring the the shampoo has been thoroughly rinsed What can be considered one of the most important criteria in order to ensure owners are happy with the care provided at the veterinary hospital? - Correct Answer honest and clear communication What medications, when added to a fluid bag, need to be protected from light at all times? - Correct Answer vitamin B complex/Valium What does a dark brown stain on a slide mean? - Correct Answer low pH ex: dried blood What does a bluish grey stain on a slide mean? - Correct Answer cold sterilization solution used outside of manufacturing guidelines Stool samples should not be older than what? - Correct Answer 12-24 hours at room temperature What is the normal body temperature range for neonates? - Correct Answer 96ºF - 98ºF What are some crystalloid fluids? - Correct Answer LRS 0.45% sodium chloride + 2.5% dextrose norm-R
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