Caregiver Responsibilities for Sea Otter Pups

The video follows the care of a sea otter pup admitted from Homer, Alaska. The pup undergoes an initial health assessment, including checking its umbilicus and blood glucose levels. The caregivers express concern due to the pup's small size and lack of maternal care. They begin a feeding routine with formula and provide grooming, emphasizing the need for constant attention. The video highlights the challenges of being a sea otter mother and the critical care required for otter pups.

Where was the sea otter pup admitted from?

• Kodiak, Alaska

• Homer, Alaska

• Juneau, Alaska

• Anchorage, Alaska

How often would the pup nurse if it were with its mother?

• Every 12 hours

• Every 6 hours

• Every couple of hours

• Once a day

What is the significance of checking the pup's blood glucose?

• To ensure it is not dehydrated

• To prevent it from getting too cold

• To check for infections

• To monitor its growth rate

What is the blood glucose level recorded for the pup?

• 88

• 100

• 75

• 95

What is the initial step in feeding the sea otter pup?

• Getting it used to the formula

• Introducing solid food

• Feeding it with a syringe

• Providing it with fish

What is the caregiver's main concern until a positive weight trend is observed?

• The pup's social behavior

• The pup's weight gain

• The pup's hydration

• The pup's energy levels

What is a necessary activity between feeding sessions for the pup?

• Swimming

• Taking a nap

• Grooming

• Playing with toys

Why do sea otter pups require constant attention?

• They need to learn to swim

• They are prone to infections

• They are critical care patients

• They are very playful

What does the caregiver compare the work of a sea otter mom to?

• A nurse's duties

• A teacher's job

• Raising human kids

• A zookeeper's tasks

What is the caregiver's plan for monitoring the pup?

• Checking at least every day

• Checking every few days

• Checking once a week

• Checking once a month