DVM Doctor of Veterinary Medicine MCQ 2

Question 1

A cat presents with polyuria, polydipsia, and a pendulous abdomen. Bloodwork shows hyperglycemia and elevated liver enzymes. Which condition is most likely?

Accepted Answer

Hyperadrenocorticism

Answer

Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing's disease) in cats causes PU/PD, pot-bellied appearance, and elevated liver enzymes due to excess cortisol.

Question 2

Which antibiotic class inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins?

Accepted Answer

Beta-lactams

Answer

Beta-lactam antibiotics (penicillins, cephalosporins) inhibit cell wall synthesis by irreversibly binding penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs).

Question 3

A dog develops acute respiratory distress after receiving a blood transfusion. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Transfusion-related acute lung injury

Answer

Transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI) presents as acute respiratory distress within 6 hours of transfusion due to donor antibodies activating recipient neutrophils.

Question 4

In ruminants, which forestomach compartment is responsible for mechanical breakdown of coarse feed through muscular contractions?

Accepted Answer

Rumen

Answer

The rumen is the largest forestomach compartment and performs mechanical breakdown of coarse feed through muscular contractions and fermentation.

Question 5

Which equine lameness condition is associated with degenerative joint disease of the distal interphalangeal joint and navicular bone?

Accepted Answer

Navicular syndrome

Answer

Navicular syndrome (podotrochlear disease) involves degenerative changes affecting the navicular bone, associated ligaments, and bursa within the hoof.

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DVM Doctor of Veterinary Medicine MCQ 2