Exotics: Part I

Which of the following are common presenting signs in a ferret with ibuprofen toxicity?

• arrhythmias and vomiting

• generalized neurologic signs

• heart failure

• excessive drooling and tachycardia

Which of the following areas contains more than half of all lymphoid tissue in the rabbit?

• nervous system

• GI tract

• urinary tract

• heart and lungs

A lactating doe presents to the clinic for anorexia, depression, lethargy, and fever. What is most likely the cause of her symptoms?

• septic mastitis

• nonseptic cystic mastitis

• GI stasis

• cellulitis

What is the most common cause of alopecia and dermatitis in the pet mouse?

• fur mites

• dermatophytes

• contact dermatitis caused by pine shavings

• endoparasites

Which of the following vessels is primarily used for blood collection in the African hedgehog?

• lateral saphenous

• cephalic

• femoral

• jugular

Which of the following is not present in the reptilian urinary system?

• Loop of Henle

• nephrons

• glomerulus

• ureters

Which of the following is most commonly used to obtain a hear rate in reptilian patient?

• ultrasound

• doppler

• stethoscope

• palpation of pulse

Total blood volume in the avian patient is approximately what percentage of the body weight?

• 5%

• 7%

• 10%

• 12%

The bones of the tortoise shell are covered with structures called scutes. What are scutes made of?

• bone

• epidermis

• dermis

• keratin

Which of the following species does not have a diaphragm?

• african hedgehog

• sugar glider

• box turtle

• golden hamster