Vet Assisting

Where are fleas and ticks most commonly found on a small animal?

• Belly

• Neck

• Back

• Rump and neck

Where are the submandibular lymph nodes located?

• Hind legs

• Chest

• Beneath the jaw

• Under the belly

What is the normal packed cell volume (PCV) percentage for dogs?

• 29 to 50 percent

• 30 to 40 percent

• 40 to 59 percent

• 50 to 69 percent

According to Jenna Barber, DVM, which vein can be utilized when drawing blood from a cat but NOT from a dog?

• Jugular

• Cephalic

• Medial saphenous

• Medial cephalic

. In cattle, which of the following is the best location to obtain a small blood sample?

• A. Medial tail vein

• B. Cephalic tail vein

• C. Saphenous tail vein

• D. Caudal tail vein

Where is the best location to obtain a large blood sample from a horse?

• Cephalic

• Jugular

• Saphenous

• Caudal

The packed cell volume illustrated in the blood sample provided is an indication of which of the following conditions?

• Dehydration

• Diarrhea

• Anemia

• Polycythemia

What is the primary function of red blood cells in animals?

• Transport oxygen

• Fight infections

• Clot blood

• Produce hormones

Which of the following is a common sign of dehydration in dogs?

• Increased appetite

• Dry gums

• Shiny coat

• Excessive drooling

What is the normal body temperature range for a healthy cat?