Program for the Assessment of Veterinary Education Equivalence (PAVE) Practice Exam

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• When an African gray parrot presents with a nodule under the beak, what diagnostic test should be conducted to identify the disease or agent?
• Which of the following is true regarding listeriosis in animals?
• What common symptom might indicate a dermatophyte infection in a cat?
• What clinical signs are associated with Marek's disease in poultry?
• Which tumor is most commonly found on an equine penis?
• What are the most common sites for lymphoma in cattle infected with the bovine lymphosarcoma virus?
• Where is the congenital dermoid commonly found in Rhodesian Ridgebacks?
• Which rodent species is particularly at risk for developing pregnancy toxemia?
• What is the most effective way to assess the hydration status in a cow?
• Pacheco's disease in birds primarily causes which of the following clinical signs?
• What type of cells are predominant in uterine cytology when a bitch is in estrus?
• What pathogen is carried by "Red mite" in snakes?
• What is the most common disease that causes hypercalcemia in dogs?
• What is the recommended treatment for coccidiosis in animals?
• Following the observation of upper and lower motor neuron signs in a cat, what procedure should be performed to assess the condition?
• What clinical signs can result from finely ground feed in pigs?
• Lateral deviation of the radius is caused by which condition?
• What are the clinical signs of heartworm disease in humans?
• Ehrlichia granulosis is zoonotic and commonly carried by which species?
• A cat is missing its top two teeth, with lesions in the spaces turning into abscesses and radiographs showing bone lysis. What is the best action to take?
• How long does a foal have to effectively ingest and absorb colostrum?
• What is the primary site for tumors in dogs?
• Which ocular disease can sulfa drugs cause?
• What clinical signs are commonly associated with diabetes mellitus in cats?
• What type of infiltrate would be expected with immune-mediated arthritis?
• A horse presents with ventral limb edema. What is the most likely underlying cause?
• What is the most common nutrient deficiency found in piglets?
• What is the diagnostic plan for a red/pink raised plaque found on a cat's eye?
• What supplement is recommended for calves with stiff and swollen joints?
• In dogs with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), which drug is contraindicated?
• What organism is indicated by coughing in a cat along with the presence of eggs approximately 80 um in size?
• What serious reactions may occur due to a transfusion error in cats from Type A to Type B?
• Which organism is most frequently isolated from abscesses resulting from cat bites?
• What does the presence of pale and clear fluid in an animal indicate during a thoracocentesis?
• What is the primary urolith found in dogs?
• What cardiac disease can be caused by taurine deficiency in cats?
• What condition does Diffenbachia (dumbcane) cause in goats?
• What is a primary cause of aplastic anemia in cattle?
• What is the most common joint affected by bog spavin?
• What condition is a down cow likely experiencing following a recent shift in diet from high energy to roughage?
• What should be done if a sugar glider is chewing on sutures after surgery?
• What type of infection is most likely indicated by a generalized red rash in humans from cat scratches?
• Which structure is not palpable during a rectal examination in a healthy dog?
• What hormones does the endometrium of a cow produce?
• Which drug is used to perform the myasthenia gravis test?
• What is the underlying cause when a cat radiograph shows an elevated trachea and a caudally displaced heart?
• Which drugs are commonly used for the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) in horses?
• What type of tumor is associated with perineal tumors and hypercalcemia in dogs?
• Orf causes lesions on the mouth of sheep. What type of virus is responsible?
• If a slide agglutination test for Brucella in a female dog is positive, what is the next step?
• When assessing lesions in a cat’s mouth that have turned into abscesses, which diagnostic method is optimal?
• Which of the following symptoms is indicative of discospondylitis in dogs?
• Which of the following is a common clinical sign of acorn toxicity?
• Which worm in pigs causes clinical signs similar to swine dysentery?
• Which antibiotic is contraindicated specifically in large breed dogs?
• If a horse presents with a laceration on its leg and has a stiff gait, what disease might be suspected?
• What methods are recommended for controlling zoonosis associated with Eastern equine encephalitis (EE) virus?
• In which trimester does in-utero crooked calf disease occur?
• Which disease is indicated by symptoms such as rigid ears, wide eyes, and drawn-back lips in a cow?
• If a child has pinworms, where is it most likely that they contracted them?
• If a slide of bull semen shows curled tails, what is the recommended follow-up action?
• What is the main clinical feature of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in cats?
• What is the primary carrier of Tularemia?
• What condition do schistocytes in a blood smear indicate?
• What condition could cause washed out thoracic radiographs if clinical signs are present?
• What is the most likely cause of coliform bacteria being found in a milk bulk tank?
• Marek's disease is caused by what type of virus?
• What breathing pattern is typically observed with upper respiratory tract obstruction in dogs?
• Which serovar of Leptospira is most virulent to humans?
• Why does listeriosis exhibit high morbidity and mortality rates?
• What parasite is responsible for alopecia in the ventral abdomen and elbows of dogs?
• What describes the lesions produced by FIP?
• What clinical signs are common with a Salmonella infection?
• What is the appropriate treatment for Streptococcus equi infection, commonly known as strangles?
• In a dog that has been hit by a car, what injury is suggested by a dropped elbow and absence of sensation on neurological examination?
• Which disease is indicated by chickens showing swollen waddles, swollen joints, and nasal discharge?
• What is the most common reason vaccinations can cause a reaction in dogs?
• How long should a vaccinated cat be isolated after biting someone?
• Which nerve is most commonly damaged in cases of 'sweeny' in draft breed horses?
• What is the most common congenital cardiac anomaly found in horses?
• What anatomical structures bound Viborg's Triangle?
• If red fluid is obtained from thoracocentesis and does not clot, where is it likely from?
• What is a potential cause for dark proliferation around the anus in an Arabian horse?
• What are the characteristics of an aborted fetus due to EHV-1 and EHV-4?
• What age group of cattle is most frequently affected by Johne's disease?
• The splenic ligament in horses connects to which organ?
• What is a common treatment approach for squamous cell carcinoma in equine patients?
• What can be a consequence of untreated laminitis in horses?
• Which dog breed is known to have congenital tracheal hypoplasia?
• Which tumor has a 90% curative rate with chemotherapy?
• Why would thoracocentesis be performed in a veterinary patient?
• What economic problem does atrophic rhinitis cause?
• Where is the TB intradermal skin test performed in apes?
• Hepatic lipoidosis is often secondary to which of the following?
• In iguanas, what vitamin deficiency causes demineralized bone as seen on radiographs?
• What is the primary method of action of activated charcoal in treating poisonings?
• Clinical signs of mad cow disease are similar to which condition?
• Which disease is linked to rectal stricture in pigs?
• What class of drug does ketamine belong to?
• Which signs are typically associated with hypokalemia in animals?
• What is a common clinical sign of diabetes mellitus in cats related to drinking behavior?
• If a kitten found in a dumpster can eat and drink on its own with blue eyes and deciduous teeth coming in, what is its estimated age?
• What signs would suggest a cat is experiencing elimination disorders?
• What is the typical mode of transmission for pinworms among children?
• With hyperparathyroidism, what are the expected levels of Calcium and Phosphorus?
• What condition was likely causing the absence of feces in an all-white neonatal foal with a recessive X gene?
• What is the most likely cause of a pruritic cow?
• What is the primary function of prolactin produced in the cow's endometrium?
• What immediate action should be taken if a dog becomes apneic after sedation?
• What is the normal size for canine kidneys on radiographs in relation to L2 width?
• What is the medical term for a cow that has a "sunken spine"?
• How does a dog most commonly acquire Dipylidium caninum?
• In a shelter survey of 100 dogs, if 10 have heartworm, what is the prevalence?
• If a foal presents with swollen joints, what is the most likely diagnosis?
• Foodborne Shigella and viral hepatitis are most likely caused by what?
• What is the significant concern regarding imported turtles?
• Which disease is characterized by decreased elasticity of the skin?
• When evaluating the health of pets, what is a crucial symptom to monitor in potential toxicity cases?
• Which supplement is necessary to prevent parakeratosis?
• What are the most common sites for Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) in dogs besides the shoulder?
• What is the likely diagnosis for a horse that has "pulled up tight" after a run?
• Abyssinian cats are predisposed to which condition?
• When observing a dairy cow with a right-sided abdominal curve that produces a ping sound, what condition do you suspect?
• Which joint is most commonly associated with the condition known as bone spavin?
• How long does it typically take for an ovulated egg to reach the oviduct in a horse?
• Where does fertilization occur in mares?
• What are the repercussions of a Type B transfusion given to a Type A cat?
• What medication is commonly used in the treatment of mites in pigs?
• Which indicator is primarily used to confirm an earlier diagnosis of GVD in horses?
• What type of tumor is indicated by the presence of mast cells on a blood slide in a cat?
• What is the normal heart rate range for a horse?
• Which suture pattern is commonly utilized for small intestinal anastomosis?
• For a poodle radiograph showing an enlarged heart and ¾ murmur on the left side, what is the recommended treatment?
• What is the treatment protocol for lumpy jaw disease?
• What type of ovulators are queens?
• What type of bacteria is associated with Campylobacter fetus in sheep?
• Which species poses the greatest risk for zoonosis of E.coli O157H7?
• During a postmortem examination, a diagnosis of gossypol toxicity shows which main lesion?
• What is the recommended action when a flock of broilers is sick and antibiotics are ineffective?
• What is the primary concern regarding E.coli O157H7 in cattle?
• What is the primary concern for a cat exhibiting pruritis and lesions that also seems to affect the owner?
• What is the most common acquired cardiac defect in dogs?
• If a cat has upper motor neuron signs in the front limbs and lower motor neuron signs in the rear limbs, where is the lesion likely localized?
• Which chemotherapy drug is known to cause cystitis?
• What clinical signs are caused by pinworms (Oxyuris sp.) in affected animals?
• What is a common characteristic of heart failure in dogs as presented in the scenario?
• What clinical sign is associated with cat scratch fever?
• Which diagnostic method is used to confirm the presence of myasthenia gravis?
• Which drug can successfully treat elimination disorders in cats?
• What organ system is impacted by Senecio in cows?
• What complication is often associated with induced parturition in cows?
• Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of respiratory disease in dogs?
• Brucella in dogs most commonly causes abortion at what stage of gestation?
• What would be the likely consequence of not properly washing equipment used for milking?
• What neurological symptom is indicative of suprascapular nerve damage?
• What is the most common organism found in cow lacerations?
• Why should thoracic radiographs be taken for a dog with a leg tumor?
• What is the cause of cerebellar hypoplasia in calves?
• If a pet bird has watery feces and the owner suspects increased drinking, what condition might the bird be suffering from?
• What radiographic findings might indicate a globoid-shaped heart in a dog?
• What anesthetic agent is recommended for examining facial lesions in monkeys?
• Which layer of the small intestine has the best holding power for anastomosis?
• Which bandage is specifically designed for hip or sacroiliac luxation?
• What type of fluids should be administered to an adult cow with RDA?
• Which of the following bacteria is most associated with swine erysipelas?
• Which organ system is primarily affected by Senecio in horses?
• What is the most common type of calculi in horses?
• In which species are reticulocytes a reliable indicator of RBC regeneration?
• How can BVD be effectively managed in bovine herds?
• Which dermatophyte infection is most commonly found in cats?
• Aspergillus infections in birds are known to cause which type of lesion?
• In a mare with one small ovary and the other fluid-filled, what is the diagnosis?
• What drug can be used to induce estrus by lysing a large corpus luteum (CL) of 230 days in a cow?
• A mare is what type of ovulator?
• What is the function of the crop in birds?
• What is the primary treatment for a downer cow that is ketotic with low calcium levels?
• What do you do for an iguana with a non-bleeding tail injury?
• What is the corneal lesion characterized by a black or brown spot in a cat known as?
• Which drug is indicated for detrusor muscle atony?
• How do falcons most commonly contract Trichomonas?
• How often should an orphaned rabbit be fed?
• What is the causative agent of snuffles in rabbits?
• At what age is Johne's disease typically diagnosed in cattle?
• In horses, which structure is likely to be affected by a palmar nerve block?
• Which is a potential complication arising from cat bites?
• What clinical sign is associated with maple leaf toxicity in animals?
• In what condition would one expect increased calcium and decreased phosphorus levels?
• When a cat presents with crusts, pruritis, and erythema spots on the face and ears, what action should the owner take?
• Which of the following conditions is NOT related to Viborg's Triangle?
• What is the recommended action if a sugar glider is reported to be chewing on its sutures after castration?
• Identifying the best anesthetic for a monkey's facial exam should consider which factor?
• Which radiographic views are important for diagnosing navicular syndrome/P3 fractures?
• What skin lesion is caused by Ich in fish?
• Which clinical sign is indicative of acorn toxicity?
• Viborg's Triangle signifies what?
• To diagnose porcine parvovirus, which fetal tissue should be sent for testing?
• If a horse is ¾ lame and a palmar nerve block resolves the lameness, which structure is likely unaffected?
• What are the two most common causes of abortions in sheep?
• How does Venezuelan equine encephalitis (VEE) differ from Western equine encephalitis (WEE)?
• What is a common treatment approach for managing scurvy in guinea pigs?
• What should you do if you find a horse with red lesions on its tongue and it is dysphagic?
• What is the recommended treatment for infectious pododermatitis in cows that involves joint infection?
• Which condition could lead to metabolic alkalosis, hypochloremia, and hypokalemia?
• A sheep presents with crusty papules on its lip. What should the veterinarian do?
• What substances are used to induce lysis of a corpus luteum in a sow at 30-48 days?
• What is the best management strategy for BVD in bovine herds?
• What is the primary diagnostic test for suspected laminitis in a horse?
• What type of food storage function does the proventriculus serve in birds?
• What is the reversal agent for oxymorphone?
• What clinical signs are observed in a horse with laryngeal paralysis?
• When performing a precaval blood collection from a pig on the right side, which structure must be avoided?
• Which treatment is effective against coccidiosis?
• What is the recommended action for a cat with suspected feline infectious peritonitis?
• What is the primary purpose of treatment for adenocarcinoma in the nasal cavity of dogs?
• In cats, supplementation of taurine helps to prevent which eye condition?
• In cases of cardiac failure in dogs, what is the immediate action for a dyspneic dog with a murmur and ventral lung edema?
• What is a potential consequence of an untreated P3 fracture in horses?
• In which two locations in the horse GIT are impactions commonly found?
• What is the recommended course of action for a female cat with large stones in the bladder?
• Which vein is typically used to collect blood from a cat that a dog does not commonly use?
• A beef heifer that is close to parturition is down and won't get up, with a fetus that is alive and a recent change from grain to roughage. What should be done first?
• What is the most likely causative agent of stomach cramps after eating ham at a restaurant?
• Which radiographic feature is characteristic of GVD?
• When thoracic radiographs show an enlarged right heart and tortuous vessels, what is the likely diagnosis?
• If a cat has a linear foreign body with string in its mouth, what is the recommended course of action?
• What is the recommended treatment for Rhodococcus equi infection in equines?
• In the context of public health, what is a major concern with consuming undercooked poultry?
• What is the appropriate action for an iguana with the end of its tail pulled off but not bleeding?
• Which disease are monkeys and guinea pigs particularly predisposed to due to vitamin C deficiency?
• What diagnostic test should be performed for an animal with a lackluster eye?
• What diagnostic test can be utilized to confirm concern about Brucella canis infection in dogs?
• What condition is indicated by swollen eyelids and conjunctivitis in turtles?
• Which bacteria are primarily responsible for causing footrot in cattle?
• What is the most common nasal tumor found in dogs and its preferred treatment?
• What is the primary source of progesterone in an eight-month pregnant mare?
• What disease is indicated when young pigs exhibit symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea?
• At what approximate day can placentomes be palpated in cows?
• What is a common treatment for Sarcoptes infestation in dogs?
• What is the treatment of choice for Erysipelothrix infections?
• Which component is essential to check if a beef heifer shows signs of downness close to parturition?
• Which species is primarily responsible for the zoonosis of Type A influenza?
• At what age is Anaplasma most commonly seen in cows?
• What is the recommended treatment for nitrate toxicity in animals?
• Actinobacillus pleuropneumonia in pigs is associated with what characteristic symptom?
• What is the clinical significance of Viborg's Triangle swelling?
• Why are reticulocytes not reliable for assessing RBC regeneration in horses?
• In a fast-growing Thoroughbred horse with progressive ataxia, which condition is most likely responsible?
• Which bandage is typically not associated with joint luxation?
• To prevent recurrence of a perineal adenoma after surgical removal, what treatment can be used?
• What does contagious ecthyma in sheep indicate regarding zoonotic potential?
• What would indicate a bacterial abscess in a cow laceration?
• A dog that has recently traveled to British Columbia and presents with fever and diarrhea is likely suffering from what disease?
• What type of lesions are caused by Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)?
• What organism is responsible for edematous and shiny lesions in the small intestines of pigs?
• During which season are goats typically in estrus?
• If a cow 300 days pregnant develops a uterine torsion, what is the recommended action?
• In cases of immune-mediated arthritis in joints, what cell type is typically observed?
• If a family pet bobcat without vaccinations bites a child, what should be your immediate course of action?
• What clinical sign is commonly observed in cattle affected by crooked calf disease?
• What is a common reason for performing a permanent rumenotomy on a heifer?
• How do piglets generally contract salmonellosis?
• What method is primarily used to induce parturition in cows?
• Which condition is indicated by backward degeneration of the limbs in Thoroughbred horses?
• Mouthrot in snakes is mainly caused by which of the following pathogens?