Help
Options
Didn't know it?
click below
click below
Knew it?
click below
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
retry
shuffle
restart
0:00
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Normal Size Small Size show me how
VA CH37
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| PE | Physical Exam |
| TPR | Temperature, Pulse, Respiratory Rate |
| kg | kilogram |
| lb or # | pounds |
| HR or P | Heart rate |
| bpm | beats per minute |
| R or RR | respiratory rate |
| Wt | weight |
| CRT | capillary refill time |
| MM | mucous membrane |
| PLR | pupillary light reflex |
| SID | once daily |
| BID | twice daily |
| TID | three times daily |
| qod | every other day |
| acute | sudden, a problem that has started suddenly or within a week |
| chronic | ongoing, lasting more than a week |
| signalment | name, age, reproductive status, breed |
| finding respiratory rate | count breaths for 15 seconds and multiply by 4 |
| arrythmia | abnormal heart beat |
| how to determine CRT | push on gums |
| alopecia | hair loss |
| how to find heart rate | take the pulse |
| reflex hammer | knee jerk reaction |
| used to examine the ears | otoscope |
| carnassial teeth | upper fourth premolars and the lower first molars |
| auscultation | listening to the heart, chest, abdomen using a stethoscope |
| jaundice | yellow coloration to the skin or mucous membranes |
| chief complaint | the reason the animal is being seen by the veterinarian |
| mineralized plaque | calculus |
| BAR | bright alert responsive |
| prophylaxis | professional |
| a patient who is quiet in the kennel bur perks up on a walk outside can be described as | depressed |
| a patient that is minimally responsive after receiving an injection of opioids can be described as | sedate |
| used to examine the eyes | ophthalmoscope |
| dog HR | 75-120 |
| cat HR | 140-200 |
| dog temp | 99.5-102.5 |
| cat temp | 100-102.5 |
| abdominal system | includes the stomach, intestines, and other internal organs such as the liver, pancreas, and spleen |
| anisicoria | uneven pupil size |
| atrophy | refers to muscle that has shrunk due to disuse |
| aural hematoma | collection of blood within the cartilage of the ear |
| bradycardia | decreased or slow heart rate |
| constrict | too close |
| crackles | abnormal sounds within the chest that sounds like cellophane paper |
| dilate | to open |
| ectothermic | temperature evaluated in an animal that regulates body temperature externally or through its environment |
| endothermic | temperature evaluated in an animal that regulates its body temperature internally or within the body |
| fever | elevated body temperature due to excessive heat |
| floating | filing down teeth that are overgrown and sharp |
| gingiva | soft gum tissue |
| gingival hyperplasia | excessive amounts of gingival tissue growth |
| gingivitis | inflammation of the gums |
| head exam | includes examining the eyes, ears, and nose |
| heart rate | how many beats the heart produces in a minute |
| heatstroke | serious condition where the body overheats at temperature of 105 degrees F or more |
| hydration status | evaluated over the neck and shoulders, eye sockets, and gums to determine how much water loss has occurred |
| hyperthermia | condition where body temperature is above normal; causes the animal to have a fever |
| hyphema | blood noted inside the eye |
| hypothermia | condition where body temperature is below normal causing the animal to become cold |
| integumentary system | includes the skin, hair, pads, horns, beak, nails, hooves, and feathers |
| mucous membrane (mm) | the gums of an animal |
| murmur | abnormal heart sound that presents as a swishing sound |
| musculoskeletal system | includes the bones, joints, and muscles |
| nervous system | complex collection of nerves and cells; assessed through gait; the response of pupil reflexes; as well as other body reflexes such as those of the limbs, paws, and digits |
| nystagmus | condition that causes the eyes to bounce from side to side or in a circular motion |
| observation | inspection of an animal at a distance to see what it looks like, how it acts, and how it moves naturally |
| oral cavity | includes the gums, mouth, teeth, tongue, and throat |
| patient history | background information of past medical, surgical, nutritional, and behavioral factors that have occurred over the life of the animal` |
| physical examination | observation of each body system to determine issues that can cause a health problem |
| plaque | soft buildup of material found over the surfaces of the teeth; composed of bacteria, food materials, and saliva |
| prophylaxis | professional cleaning of a patient's teeth |
| pulse | heart rate |
| respiratory rate | how many breaths an animal takes in a minute |
| signalment | patient's name, age or date of birth, gender, color, and breed or species |
| tachycardia | increased or elevated heart rate |
| toe pinch response | occurs when digits are pinched to elicit a response, which should be to pull away from the pressure; used to assess the nervous system |
| tooth abscess | infection of the tooth root |
| triage | quick general assessment of an animal to determine how urgently the animal needs a veterinarian's attention |
| urogenital system | includes the kidneys, urinary bladder, external genitals, mammary glands, and rectal area |
| vital signs | signs of life; measurements that assess the basic functions of an animal's body;include heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure, mucous membrane, color, capillary refill time, and weight of the animal |
| wheel barrow technique | slightly lifting the animal's hind end off the ground and pushing the body forward to assess the nervous system |
| dog RR | 10-30 |
| cat RR | 20-30 |
| tachypnea | rapid breathing |
| hyperventilation | increased shallow breaths |
| AU | both ears |
| AS | left ear |
| AD | right ear |
Created by:
ashlynswinconos
Popular Veterinary sets