VTNE Medical Nursing

Question 1

A dog is presented with pale mucous membranes, tachycardia, and weak pulses. These signs are most consistent with:

Accepted Answer

Shock

Answer

Polycythemia

Answer

Hypertension

Answer

Hyperthermia

Question 2

Which fluid type is considered isotonic and is most commonly used for routine fluid replacement therapy in small animals?

Accepted Answer

0.9% Sodium Chloride (Normal Saline)

Answer

5% Dextrose in Water (D5W)

Answer

3% Sodium Chloride

Answer

7.5% Sodium Chloride

Question 3

The normal capillary refill time (CRT) in a healthy dog or cat is:

Accepted Answer

Less than 2 seconds

Answer

2–3 seconds

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3–4 seconds

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Greater than 4 seconds

Question 4

A patient's rectal temperature is 104.5°F (40.3°C). How is this classified in dogs?

Accepted Answer

Mild to moderate hyperthermia

Answer

Hypothermia

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Normal

Answer

Severe hyperthermia

Question 5

A patient receiving IV fluids develops swelling and coolness at the catheter insertion site. This most likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

Perivascular fluid infiltration

Answer

Phlebitis

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Thrombosis

Answer

Air embolism

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a clinical sign of dehydration in veterinary patients?

Accepted Answer

Bradycardia

Answer

Skin tenting

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Sunken eyes

Answer

Dry mucous membranes

Question 7

When placing an indwelling urinary catheter in a male dog, the catheter tip should be advanced until it reaches the:

Accepted Answer

Urinary bladder

Answer

Proximal urethra only

Answer

Ureter

Answer

Prostate