Infection Control in Animal Care

Front

Which of the following shelter diseases can be spread to humans? Ringworm, Parvovirus, Calicivirus, Feline herpes virus

Back

Ringworm

Front

How is feline panleukopenia most commonly spread?

Back

Contact with contaminated surfaces, litter boxes, or fomites

Front

When is it most important to change gloves? Options: Before breaks, Between handling animals, Only when visibly dirty, Once per shift

Back

Between handling animals

Front

Which of the following is the example of a fomite? A leash, Virus spread through coughing or sneezing, Shared air circulation between kennels

Back

A leash

Front

What should you do before applying Rescue to a kennel?

Back

Remove visible debris and organic material

Front

What disease is commonly called "kennel cough"?

Back

Bordetella

Front

What is the most effective way to prevent disease spread between kennels? Options: Wearing gloves, Applying Dawn before Rescue, Cleaning from healthy to sick rooms

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Cleaning from healthy to sick rooms

Front

What is the most common route of transmission for feline upper respiratory infections?

Back

Airborne droplets or direct contact

Front

Why are fomites especially important to control in shelter environments?

Back

Many pathogens can survive for long periods on surfaces