ALAT Animal Health and Biology 2

Question 1

What is the normal respiratory rate range for an adult mouse?

Accepted Answer

60-220 breaths/min

Answer

10-30 breaths/min

Answer

200-400 breaths/min

Answer

500-700 breaths/min

Question 2

Which clinical sign in a rat most strongly suggests dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Skin tenting over the scruff

Answer

Chromodacryorrhea

Answer

Barbering of cage mates

Answer

Bruxism

Question 3

What is the primary function of the cecum in rabbits?

Accepted Answer

Fermentation of fibrous plant material

Answer

Bile storage and secretion

Answer

Absorption of fat-soluble vitamins

Answer

Production of reproductive hormones

Question 4

Which blood collection site is most commonly used for routine sampling in mice?

Accepted Answer

Submandibular vein

Answer

Jugular vein

Answer

Femoral artery

Answer

Tail artery

Question 5

What does a hunched posture in a laboratory rodent typically indicate?

Accepted Answer

Pain or discomfort

Answer

Normal resting behavior

Answer

Dominance display

Answer

Preparation for mating

Question 6

What is the average gestation period for a guinea pig?

Accepted Answer

59-72 days

Answer

21 days

Answer

31 days

Answer

112 days