CVA Veterinary Practice and Nursing Care 5

Question 1

A rabbit patient is positioned in dorsal recumbency for a procedure. Which unique risk must the veterinary assistant monitor closely?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory compromise from visceral pressure on the diaphragm

Answer

Rabbits have a large gastrointestinal tract that, in dorsal recumbency, can compress the diaphragm and restrict breathing, making respiratory monitoring critical.

Question 2

What is the purpose of the 'two-patient identifier' rule when administering medications?

Accepted Answer

To confirm the correct medication is given to the correct patient using two forms of identification

Answer

Using two patient identifiers (such as name and ID number or cage card) before drug administration reduces the risk of medication errors in clinical settings.

Question 3

Which sample tube with a RED or GOLD top (no anticoagulant) is used for?

Accepted Answer

Serum chemistry and serology

Answer

Red or gold-top tubes contain no anticoagulant and allow blood to clot, yielding serum for chemistry panels and serological tests.

Question 4

An assistant is asked to set up an IV fluid drip at 60 mL/hr using a standard 60 drop/mL administration set. What is the correct drip rate?

Accepted Answer

60 drops/min

Answer

With a 60 drop/mL set, drops per minute equals mL per hour: 60 mL/hr ÷ 60 min × 60 drops/mL = 60 drops/min.

Question 5

Which zoonotic disease can be transmitted to humans from contact with infected cat feces?

Accepted Answer

Toxoplasma gondii

Answer

Toxoplasma gondii oocysts shed in cat feces can infect humans, posing particular risk to immunocompromised individuals and pregnant women.

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CVA Veterinary Practice and Nursing Care 5