Quantitative Health Assessments in Animals

What is the average frequency for weighing dogs, cats, rabbits, chickens, and bearded dragons?

• Once a week

• Once a month

• Every six months

• Once a year

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting weight gain or loss in animals?

• Age

• Pregnancy

• Ill health

• Colour of fur

How should a bearded dragon be weighed?

• Using a digital thermometer

• By placing it in a pillowcase and then on scales

• Using a small crush cage

• By holding it in your hands

What is the correct method for taking a mammal's temperature?

• Using a rectal thermometer

• Using a digital thermometer on the skin

• Using a thermometer in the mouth

• Using a thermometer in the ear

Which of the following is a sign of hyperthermia in animals?

• Slow heart rate

• Gaping in bearded dragons

• Raised temperature due to heat stroke

• Decreased breathing rate

What is the correct unit for measuring an animal's pulse?

• Degrees Celsius

• Beats per minute (BPM)

• Kilograms

• Breaths per minute

Which artery is most commonly used to take an animal's pulse?

• Carotid artery

• Radial artery

• Femoral artery

• Brachial artery

What is the process for measuring an animal's breathing rate?

• Count breaths in and out for 1 minute

• Observe the animal when sleeping

• Count either breaths in or out for 1 minute

• Use a digital thermometer

Which of the following is NOT a cause of increased breathing rate in animals?

• Stress

• Pain

• Sleep

• Excitement

How often should faecal samples be collected for egg count checks?

• Every month

• Every 3–6 months

• Once a year

• Every two years