ARC Health and Nutrition 2

Question 1

Which vitamin deficiency in rescued cats most commonly causes blindness and reproductive failure?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin A

Answer

Vitamin C

Answer

Vitamin K

Answer

Vitamin B12

Question 2

A rescued dog arrives severely emaciated. What feeding approach minimizes the risk of refeeding syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Small, frequent meals starting at 25% of calculated caloric needs

Answer

One large meal per day of high-protein food

Answer

Free-choice feeding with calorie-dense kibble

Answer

IV fluids only for the first 72 hours

Question 3

What is the primary role of taurine in feline nutrition?

Accepted Answer

Supports heart function and retinal health

Answer

Aids in calcium absorption for bone strength

Answer

Regulates blood glucose levels

Answer

Provides essential fatty acids for coat health

Question 4

Which of the following foods is toxic to both dogs and cats and should never be given to rescued animals?

Accepted Answer

Xylitol-containing peanut butter

Answer

Plain cooked chicken

Answer

Canned tuna in water

Answer

Plain cooked rice

Question 5

A malnourished rabbit rescue shows signs of GI stasis. What is the most critical nutritional intervention?

Accepted Answer

Ensure access to unlimited grass hay immediately

Answer

Offer high-protein pellets as the primary food source

Answer

Provide vegetable baby food via syringe

Answer

Supplement with probiotic yogurt

Question 6

Which electrolyte imbalance is most commonly associated with severe diarrhea in rescued animals?

Accepted Answer

Hypokalemia (low potassium)

Answer

Hypernatremia (high sodium)

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Hypercalcemia (high calcium)

Answer

Hyperphosphatemia (high phosphorus)

Question 7

What is the recommended protein content range (dry matter basis) for adult maintenance dog food in rescue settings?

Accepted Answer

18–25%

Answer

5–10%

Answer

40–50%

Answer

60–70%