Tetany and Tremors in Veterinary Medicine Quiz

Test your knowledge on neurology in animals. Identify causes, symptoms, & treatments for tetany and tremors in veterinary practice.

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Which of the following minerals is essential for preventing tetany in animals?

Sodium

Potassium

Calcium

Magnesium

Which neurotransmitter is associated with tremors in animals?

Dopamine

Serotonin

Acetylcholine

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)

Which of the following is a common sign of tremors in dogs?

Piloerection

Excessive salivation

Tail-chasing

Head-pressing

In veterinary medicine, what is the primary cause of tremors associated with hyperthermia?

Metabolic acidosis

Hypoglycemia

Electrolyte imbalance

Impaired neurotransmission

What is the primary cause of tetany in animals?

Excessive exercise

Calcium deficiency

Overhydration

Vitamin D toxicity

Which type of tremor is characterized by rhythmic, oscillatory movements and is often seen in neurologic disorders?

Resting tremor

Intention tremor

Essential tremor

Parkinsonian tremor

What is a common symptom of tetany in animals?

Hyperactivity

Muscle stiffness

Hypotension

Increased appetite

Which vitamin is crucial for preventing hypocalcemic tetany in livestock?

Vitamin A

Vitamin D

Vitamin B12

Vitamin K

In veterinary medicine, which species is commonly affected by hypocalcemic tetany during parturition?

Cats

Dogs

Cows

Horses

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What is the recommended treatment for tremors caused by lead toxicity in animals?

Antibiotics

Vitamin E supplementation

Chelation therapy

Anti-inflammatory drugs

#11

What is the characteristic feature of tetanic spasms in animals?

Slow and gradual onset

Sudden and intense muscle contractions

Painless tremors

Involuntary blinking

#12

Which of the following conditions is associated with intention tremor in animals?

Lead poisoning

Cerebellar dysfunction

Rabies

Hypothyroidism