Aging

Question 1

Three behavioral changes in geriatrics

Answer 1

1. Response to commands
2. Sleep cycle
3. Social interactions

Question 2

Three appearance changes in geriatric animals

Answer 2

1. Dull + dry haircoat
2. Muscle atrophy
3. Lenticular sclerosis

Question 3

Two daily functional changes of geriatrics

Answer 3

1. Decreased mobility
2. Decreased special senses: hearing, olfaction, and vision

Question 4

Geriatrics need bloodwork following a PE every six months including 3

Answer 4

1. MDB minimum data base***
2. Thyroid
3. +/- imaging

Question 5

How often should senior or geriatric animals be vaccinated

Answer 5

Core every 3 years (opinions vary- we dk antibody level)

Question 6

Four important client education topics for senior and geriatric animals

Answer 6

1. Dental care
2. Nutrition
3. Exercise
4. Behavior

Question 7

Geriatrics should still have ____________ preventatives bc

Answer 7

Parasite
They dont care how old your dog is

Question 8

Six aspects of a geriatric wellness visit

Answer 8

1. PE
2. Lab work
3. Vaccinations
4. Parasite check
5. Client education

Question 9

One major age related change that effects nutrition is the decreased ability to ______________

Answer 9

Adapt

Question 10

Since animals have a decreased ability to adapt as they age, changes in ____________ and ____________ of food may not be tolerated well

Answer 10

Type and amount