Veterinary Nursing- Nutrition Review 1

Which of the following is not a major/macro nutrient?

• Water

• Vitamins

• Fibre

• Fat

Which of the following species are hind gut fermentors?

• Rabbit

• Cow

• Guinea Pig

• Dog

Which of the following nutrients can be utilized for energy?

• Fat

• Protein

• Fibre

• Carbohydrates

Vitamins are organic... true or false?

• True

• False

Which vitamins are water soluble?

• A D E K

• A B C

• B C

• D C E K

How many amino acids are essential in cats?

• 9

• 10

• 11

• 12

What is the fluid requirement for dogs and cats?

• 30ml/kg/day

• 50ml/kg/day

• 50ml/kg/hr

• 100ml/kg/day

Which of the following does not form a component of a carbohydrate?

• Carbon

• Oxygen

• Hydrogen

• Potassium

Which of the following is not a mineral?

• Folic acid

• Calcium

• Zinc

• Phosphorous

How can a herbivore obtain required proteins?

• Eating young shoots

• Eating prey

• Eating peas and beans

• Eating dairy products