Vet - Physical Exams

What the the rule of thumb when preforming a physical exam?

• Work from head to tail

• Start by examining the problem area

• Gather the vital signs first

• Always proceed with caution

What does the word palpate mean?

• To examine the body using visual observations

• To check the basic vitals

• To feel over the body for abnormalities

• To access the situation

What is the name of the following instrument?

• Ophthalmoscope

• Otoscope

• Stethoscope

What is the name of the following instrument?

• Ophthalmoscope

• Otoscope

• Stethoscope

What is the name of the following instrument?

• Ophthalmoscope

• Otoscope

• Stethoscope

What vitals can be assessed using this instrument?

• eyes

• ears

• heart

• lungs

What areas can be assessed using this instrument?

• eyes

• ears

• heart

• lungs

What areas can be assessed using this instrument?

• eyes

• ears

• heart

• lungs

Which of the following is within normal range for a dog's temperature?

• 99.7

• 100.2

• 101.5

• 102.3

Which of the following could help to indicate that an animal is anemic?

• Pink mucus membranes

• Pale mucus membranes

• White mucus membranes

• Yellow mucus membranes