Health, Safety & First Aid Flashcards
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A dog in your training class begins showing signs of heatstroke. What is the FIRST action you should take?
Answer: Administer cool (not cold) water to wet the dog's body
Applying cool (not cold) water to the dog's body helps lower core temperature gradually without causing shock from rapid cooling.
Which of the following is a clinical sign that differentiates heat exhaustion from heatstroke in dogs?
Answer: Elevated body temperature above 104°F with altered mentation
Heatstroke is characterized by body temperature above 104°F combined with neurological signs such as confusion, collapse, or seizures.
When evaluating a dog's hydration status in the field, which technique is most commonly used?
Answer: Skin turgor test (tent test) on the scruff of the neck
The skin turgor (tent) test assesses hydration by pinching the skin; slow return indicates dehydration.
A dog sustains a deep laceration during an outdoor training session. After applying direct pressure, bleeding is partially controlled. What is the next recommended step before veterinary transport?
Answer: Apply a pressure bandage to maintain compression during transport
A pressure bandage maintains consistent compression to control bleeding and protects the wound during transport to a veterinarian.
Which of the following plants commonly found in US training environments is TOXIC to dogs if ingested?
Answer: Sago palm
Sago palm (Cycas revoluta) is highly toxic to dogs and can cause liver failure even in small amounts.
When performing canine CPR, what is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for a single rescuer?
Answer: 30 compressions to 2 breaths
Current veterinary CPR guidelines (RECOVER) recommend a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio for single rescuers.
A dog trainer notices a dog in class has pale or white gums. This finding most likely indicates:
Answer: Shock, severe anemia, or internal bleeding
Pale or white gums indicate poor perfusion to the mucous membranes, which is a sign of shock, severe blood loss, or anemia requiring immediate veterinary care.