Animal Reproductive Health: Master the Diagnosis and Treatment of Animal Reproductive Disorders

Question 1

The regular reproductive cycle in dairy cows typically lasts approximately:

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21 days

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18 days

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25 days

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28 days

Question 2

Which hormone plays a crucial role in stimulating ovulation in pigs?

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LH (luteinizing hormone)

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Estrogen

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Progesterone

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FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone)

Question 3

For optimal artificial insemination in gilts, the ideal time is:

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12-16 hours after standing heat begins

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6-8 hours after standing heat begins

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24-36 hours after standing heat begins

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48 hours after standing heat begins

Question 4

The most prevalent cause of postpartum metritis in cows is:

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Retained placenta

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Dystocia (difficult birth)

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Uterine prolapse

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Endometritis

Question 5

In sheep, the luteal phase of the estrous cycle typically lasts around:

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16 days

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12 days

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20 days

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24 days

Question 6

What is the most common type of pyometra in dogs?

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Closed pyometra

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Open pyometra

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Pseudo-pyometra

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Hydrometra

Question 7

What is the recommended treatment for anestrus in sows?

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Combination of hormonal injections and dietary manipulation

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Hormonal injections

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Dietary manipulation

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Surgical intervention

Question 8

Which diagnostic test is specifically used to evaluate the reproductive capacity of male dogs?

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Semen analysis

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Vaginal cytology

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Hormone assay

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Ultrasound

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of infertility in male animals?

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Prolonged Estrus

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Orchitis

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Epididymitis

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Sertoli cell tumor

Question 10

What is the name of the technique used to artificially inseminate female animals?

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Artificial insemination

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Embryo transfer

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Ovum pickup

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In vitro fertilization

Question 11

What is a potential drawback of using rectal palpation to diagnose pregnancy in mares?

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Discomfort to the mare

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Similar accuracy to ultrasound

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Need for specialized equipment

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Only suitable for late pregnancy

Question 12

Which of the following is a primary function of the reproductive system in animals?

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Reproduction and continuation of the species

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Production and regulation of hormones

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Maintenance of body temperature and internal balance

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Removal of waste products from the body

Question 13

Which reproductive hormone primarily stimulates the development of follicles in female animals?

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Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)

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Estrogen

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Progesterone

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Luteinizing hormone (LH)

Question 14

Persistent estrus without ovulation in mares is medically termed as:

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Persistent estrus

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Anestrus

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Pyometra

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Endometriosis

Question 15

Which diagnostic procedure is employed to assess the patency of the uterine cervix?

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Hysterosalpingography

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Transrectal ultrasonography

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Cervical culture and cytology

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Endoscopy

Question 16

The average gestation period in cats is approximately:

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63-70 days

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55-65 days

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72-80 days

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85-95 days

Question 17

The process of stimulating estrus in non-cycling (anestrous) animals using hormonal treatments is referred to as:

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Estrous induction

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Ovulation synchronization

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Superovulation

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Embryo transfer

Question 18

The hormone that plays a crucial role in maintaining pregnancy in most mammals, including humans, is:

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Progesterone

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Estrogen

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Oxytocin

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Relaxin

Question 19

Which diagnostic test is primarily used to confirm pregnancy in animals?

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Ultrasonography

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Radiography

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Physical examination

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Blood test

Question 20

What is the primary purpose of administering oxytocin in veterinary theriogenology?

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To induce uterine contractions

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To prevent mastitis

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To improve fertility

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To treat respiratory distress

Question 21

Which of the following is considered a risk factor for dystocia in animals?

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Obesity

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Adequate nutrition

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Regular exercise

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Calm temperament

Question 22

Which of the following is a behavioral indicator of estrus in female animals?

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Standing heat

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Aggression

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Lethargy

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Loss of appetite

Question 23

What is the primary goal of using artificial insemination in theriogenology?

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To improve genetic diversity and reproductive efficiency

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To increase litter size without the need for natural mating

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To reduce labor costs

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To prevent sexually transmitted diseases

Question 24

Which of the following is a potential complication that can arise after ovariohysterectomy in animals?

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Ureteral obstruction

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Skin infection

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Heart failure

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Respiratory depression

Question 25

What is the term for the hormonal phase of the estrus cycle in female animals when the corpus luteum is forming and secreting progesterone?

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Luteal phase

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Metestrus

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Ovulatory phase

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Follicular phase