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NASAR Canine SARTECH II Questions and
Correct Answers I
1.1 When a canine experiences heat stroke, the handler should
immerse the canine in cool water. Ans: False
1.2 Capillary Refill Time in healthy canines is less than 2 seconds.
Ans: True
1.3 The signs for canine bloat include: Ans: Distended abdomen,
dry heaves and restlessness
1.4 What are the ABCs when assessing a canine to identify a life-
threatening injury? Ans: Airway, breathing and circulation
1.5 To treat a ______________________, immobilize the area and
transport the canine to a veterinarian. Ans: Fracture
1.6 __________________ is the best body location to use to take a
canine's pulse. Ans: Femoral Artery
1.7 What is a normal temperature for a canine? Ans: 101-102.5F
1.8 Snakebites that occur on a canine's torso or neck should be
considered more serious than other body parts. Ans: True
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1.9 Proper nutrition both at home and in the field are vital to the
health and well being of the canine, providing the nutrients and
vitamins essential for stamina and endurance. Ans: True
1.10 Canine hypothermia: Ans: Must be treated as aggressively as
human hypothermia and manifests with symptoms similar to
human symptoms.
1.11 A _______________ is an injury where fibers of supporting
ligaments are torn or suddenly stretched. Ans: Sprain
1.12 A ________________ is an injury to the muscle-tendon unit.
Ans: Strain
1.13 Lethargy, labored breathing, pale gums and elevated heart
rate are signs of Ans: Shock
1.14 It is safe to give a canine buffered aspirin. Ans: True
1.15 Which of the following is NOT safe for a canine? Ans:
Motrin/Advil & Tylenol
1.16 Bicipital tenosynovitis results from: Ans: Direct trauma,
indirect trauma and overuse.
2.1 Rapid and ostentatious movements are considered important
in training a canine for SAR related agility. Ans: False
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NASAR Canine SARTECH II Questions and
Correct Answers I
1.1 When a canine experiences heat stroke, the handler should
immerse the canine in cool water. Ans: False
1.2 Capillary Refill Time in healthy canines is less than 2 seconds.
Ans: True
1.3 The signs for canine bloat include: Ans: Distended abdomen,
dry heaves and restlessness
1.4 What are the ABCs when assessing a canine to identify a life-
threatening injury? Ans: Airway, breathing and circulation
1.5 To treat a ______________________, immobilize the area and
transport the canine to a veterinarian. Ans: Fracture
1.6 __________________ is the best body location to use to take a
canine's pulse. Ans: Femoral Artery
1.7 What is a normal temperature for a canine? Ans: 101-102.5F
1.8 Snakebites that occur on a canine's torso or neck should be
considered more serious than other body parts. Ans: True
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1.9 Proper nutrition both at home and in the field are vital to the
health and well being of the canine, providing the nutrients and
vitamins essential for stamina and endurance. Ans: True
1.10 Canine hypothermia: Ans: Must be treated as aggressively as
human hypothermia and manifests with symptoms similar to
human symptoms.
1.11 A _______________ is an injury where fibers of supporting
ligaments are torn or suddenly stretched. Ans: Sprain
1.12 A ________________ is an injury to the muscle-tendon unit.
Ans: Strain
1.13 Lethargy, labored breathing, pale gums and elevated heart
rate are signs of Ans: Shock
1.14 It is safe to give a canine buffered aspirin. Ans: True
1.15 Which of the following is NOT safe for a canine? Ans:
Motrin/Advil & Tylenol
1.16 Bicipital tenosynovitis results from: Ans: Direct trauma,
indirect trauma and overuse.
2.1 Rapid and ostentatious movements are considered important
in training a canine for SAR related agility. Ans: False
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