CVA Animal Nutrition and Feeding 2

Question 1

Which feeding strategy is most appropriate for a hospitalized cat that has not eaten voluntarily for 3 days?

Accepted Answer

Syringe feeding small frequent amounts or placing a feeding tube

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Force feeding large amounts at once

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Withholding food to stimulate appetite

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Offering only water until discharge

Question 2

What does 'complete and balanced' mean on a commercial pet food label?

Accepted Answer

The food meets all known nutrient requirements for the stated life stage

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The food contains all flavors a pet prefers

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The food has equal amounts of protein and carbohydrates

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The food has been tested only for palatability

Question 3

Which vitamin is fat-soluble and can accumulate to toxic levels if over-supplemented?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin A

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Vitamin C

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Vitamin B12

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)

Question 4

A veterinary assistant is setting up a nasoesophageal (NE) tube for nutritional support. Where should the tube tip be positioned?

Accepted Answer

In the lower esophagus, just cranial to the lower esophageal sphincter

Answer

In the stomach

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In the trachea

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In the pharynx

Question 5

Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil are primarily beneficial for which condition in dogs?

Accepted Answer

Inflammatory conditions and skin/coat health

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Urinary tract infections

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Dental disease

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Intestinal parasites

Question 6

What is the purpose of calculating a patient's Resting Energy Requirement (RER)?

Accepted Answer

To estimate baseline caloric needs for vital functions at rest

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To determine the pet's ideal body weight only

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To calculate the maximum amount of treats allowed

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To determine protein percentage in the diet

Question 7

Which dietary modification is most appropriate for a dog diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD)?

Accepted Answer

Restricted phosphorus and high-quality moderate protein diet

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High protein, high phosphorus diet

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High sodium, high fat diet

Answer

Unlimited protein with added calcium supplementation