You are giving a report to the veterinarian monitoring post-op surgeries. Which of the following would not effectively communicate your concerns about the pet's pain level?

• A.Sally hasn't eaten since admitted over 48 hours ago, and surgery was done yesterday late morning. I think she needs something for pain.
• B.Can I give Sally, the post-op cruciate, something for pain?
• C.Sally has not received any injectable opioids in 12 hours. I think she needs something for pain.
• D.Sally is restless and agitated and cannot seem to get comfortable. I think she needs something for pain.

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You are asked to set up a diabetic dog's treatment sheet. The patient will be hospitalized overnight, at the least, because he is ketotic and not eating well. The veterinarian wrote down drug doses and frequency but not the amount of drug per dose. You are asked to complete the treatment sheet, and the veterinarian will double-check it to ensure it meets his needs. The dog's ultrasound suggested possible delayed gastric emptying, and the dog has had moderate reflux. The veterinarian will use metoclopramide and would like 0.5 mg/kg IV q 6 to 8 hours.
What is the maximum total daily mgs acceptable for this 61.6-lb patient?

• A.122 mg
• B.92 mg
• C.42 mg
• D.56 mg

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Butorphanol does not have which of the following properties?

• A.Antiemetic
• B.Antitussive
• C.Sedative
• D.Analgesic

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Which of the following clinical signs describes no or mild levels of pain in a dog?

• A.Vocalization when touched
• B.Licking a surgical incision or wound
• C.Curious to look outside while sitting on a blanket
• D.General anxiety and restlessness

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Which of the following is not considered medical waste?

• A.A used scalpel blade
• B.A needle used to inject insulin into a cat
• C.An empty vial that contained chemotherapy
• D.A vial containing blood from a dog

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