BQA- Injection-Site Management Quiz

What was the frequency of injection-site lesions in the 1991 National Beef Quality Audit?

• 10%

• 3%

• 22.3%

• 30%

What is the economic loss per retail cut due to injection-site lesions?

• $3.59

• $0.71

• $2.88

• $7.05

What is the impact of injection-site lesions on tenderness of the wholesale cut?

• Slight impact

• Substantial impact

• No impact

• Moderate impact

What are injection-site lesions?

• Scar tissue from muscle irritation

• Bacterial infections

• Contaminated needles

• Tissue damage from injections

Where should injections be given in cattle?

• Back leg

• Top loin

• Rump

• Neck region

What is the maximum volume per IM injection site?

• 5cc

• 10cc

• 15cc

• 20cc

What should be considered when selecting the needle size for injections?

• Route of administration

• Size of animal

• Location or site of injection

• All of the above

How far apart should injections be spaced?

• 2 inches

• 1 inch

• 4 inches

• 3 inches

What should be done if a needle becomes contaminated?

• Clean it with disinfectant

• Continue using it

• Ignore it

• Replace it immediately

What is the recommended method for cleaning vaccine syringes?

• Disinfectant solution

• Boiling water

• Cold water

• Soap and water