VA 5.02

When administering fluids to an animal, the veterinary assistant should be able to:

• calculate the proper fluid drip rate.

• monitor the IV catheter and fluid line.

A young mammal kneading its paws on its mother’s mammary glands is an example of:

• learned behavior.

• instinctive behavior.

When euthanasia is necessary, the veterinary assistant should:

• tell his/her friends about the dog he/she helped euthanize.

• be supportive and remember client confidentiality.

When the trainer gives a reward for coming to a clicker sound, it is known as:

• conditioning.

• imprinting.

Aggression, biting, growling, house soiling, and destructive behaviors are common abnormal behaviors of:

• cats.

• dogs

Which drip delivers 15 drops of fluid per milliliter?

• Macrodrip

• Microdrip

Screaming, mimicking, biting, and grinding are normal behaviors of:

• birds.

• pigs

One of the most important safety protocols to remember when expressing a dog's anal glands is to:

• hold its tail down.

• wear gloves.

Auscultation is done using a:

• microscope

• stethoscope

Anal glands are located on either side of the:

• rectum

• stomach