| Treating pain, distress and discomfort in rodents is best addressed by which of the following? | a combination of therapies based on clinical assessments |
| Which statement is true about supporting body temperature in anesthetized rodents? | heat sources should be modulated to a safe temperature |
| which statement is true about a records management system for clinical assessments of rodents? | Should incorporate a way to flag cages of animals to be monitored within an animal housing room. |
| What statement is true about providing nutritional support to rodents with low appetite caused by a procedure? | Providing nutritional support may avoid the necessity for euthanatizing the animals. |
| which of the following characterizes a routine clinical examination of rodents? | methods should be used to assess appearance, behavior, and function. |
| Which statement is true about methods for clinical assessment of rodents with tumors? | clinical assessment methods are based on the biological characteristics of the tumor. |
| What portions of a clinical examination can be omitted in rodents? | none of the above |
| Physiological changes caused by experimental procedures have a greater impact and develop faster in rodents than in larger species because: | Rodents have a faster rate of metabolism. |
| How do federal regulations address animal pain and distress in research? | Animal pain and distress must be avoided or minimized when consistent with sound scientific practices. |
| Monitoring animals after a procedure is beneficial for: | all of the above |
| what frequency of monitoring is most appropriate for animals following a procedure? | Daily or more frequently if deterioration in the animal’s condition is anticipated. |
| which kinds of examinations may be performed in rodents? | all of the above |
| What method is least useful to assess hydration status in a rodent? | Urinary bladder size on palpation |
| A thorough clinical exam of an animal should include assessment of: | all of the above |
| What normal behavior may mask whether a rat is experiencing pain or distress? | all of the above |
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course C1: post-procedure care of mice and rats in research – USC
April 25, 2020