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Which species requires 10% of the equivalent equine dose to produce an equivalent degree of sedation using Xylazine?

Which of the following are drugs used to kill ticks on small animals?  (Choose all that apply)

Nitenpyram is the generic name for a systemic flea control product that starts killing fleas 30 minutes after its oral administration.  What is the trade name for this product?

Referral to an orthopaedic physician is made and radiographs obtained.  What series of radiographs should be ordered for this patient?

The patient returns from radiology. What findings do you see on these images?      

High doses of which of the following can cause damage to the retina of cats leading to blindness?

Scooter, a 5 yr-old neutered male cocker spaniel, has been diagnosed with immune-mediated thrombocytopenia and has been prescribed prednisone for this condition.  You are giving the discharge instructions to the client.  What side effects should you educate the client regarding the use of prednisone?  

This benzimidazole dewormer is a known teratogenic so it should not be used in pregnant animals. 

Rex, a 65-lb. lab, is limping on his right forelimb after playing in the backyard today.  His owner has called your veterinary hospital to ask what dose of ibuprofen she should give Rex.  What is your recommendation?

What clinical signs are indicative of an animal with organophosphate toxicity? (Choose all the apply)