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Clinical Exam 3
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What Neurological problems are observed | Head Tilt, Ataxic, and Uncontrollable Movement |
| What is observed in Overall general appearance | Weak or labored breathing |
| What is an emergency that requires intake and to get the vet | Red, Blue, or Pale gums, Labored breathing, and Any sort of distress |
| What equipment do I use to measure weight | Scale |
| What is measured on a scale | Pounds or Kilograms |
| What equipment do I use to measure temperature | Thermometer |
| What is measured on a thermometer | Degrees Farenheit |
| What thermometers may you use | Aural or Rectal |
| What is the normal range for dogs | 99.5-102.5 |
| What is the normal range for cats | 99.5-102.5 |
| What is the purpose to observe the patient's entire body | To determine what is normal and abnormal for the patient |
| How is the physical exam performed | By body system or head to tail |
| A yearly PE is necessary to recognize changes in a patients health status | True |
| What is assessed on the teeth | Tartar, stains, odor, and/or broken teeth |
| What is assessed on the tongue | Lacerations, ulcers, and masses |
| What is assessed on the throat | Swelling, abrasions, ulcers, and/or masses |
| What equipment is used on the eyes | Pen light and lens |
| Normal pupil reflex: light=constrict or close, light removed=dilate | True |
| Check palpebral reflex and menus | True |
| What to note the presence of in the ears | ear wax, redness, sores, and odor |