Signalment and Vital Signs

What is one of the first things doctors do during an appointment?

• Prescribe medication immediately

• Ask questions and check you over

• Perform surgery

• Ignore your symptoms

Which of the following is a common sign of pain in animals?

• Wagging tail

• Limping

• Purring

• Barking

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following is NOT part of the signalment process?

• Determining the age of the patient

• Identifying the species or breed

• Assessing the patient's diet

• Determining the sex of the patient

In the context of signalment, what does "intact" refer to?

• A pet that is spayed

• A pet that is neutered

• A pet capable of reproducing

• A pet that is vaccinated

Which type of questions should a veterinary assistant ask to get more information from a client?

• Open-ended questions

• Yes or No questions

• Rhetorical questions

• Closed questions

Which breed of animal is known to have back problems?

• Dachshunds

• German Shepherds

• Dalmatians

• Himalayan cats

What type of cancer is associated with sex in genetic characteristics?

• Skin cancer

• Mammary or prostate cancer

• Lung cancer

• Bone cancer

What is the common vital sign included in TPR that begins with T?

Which additional vital sign is used to assess perfusion status in animals?

• Blood pressure measurement

• Blood glucose levels
• Capillary Refill Time

• Oxygen saturation

Which artery is used to evaluate the pulse in cats and dogs?

• Femoral artery

• Jugular vein

• Carotid artery

• Arteriole