Please explain the differences in mechanisms of action between the pit viper venom and coral snake venom.

Animals in diabetic ketoacidosis often present with

Lung auscultation sounds and their associations

Please explain (in detail) why a patient that has been “quilled” by a porcupine would need steroids.

The classification level of phylum is immediately “above” the level of the 

Ingestion of lilies can cause acute __________ and death in cats.

What does does the word “triage” mean?

Absorbents inactivate the toxin by changing its chemical composition and preventing further absorption. True or False?

Thoracic drain placement is warranted if thoracocentesis is must be performed multiple times over a 12 hour period.  True or False?

A lactic acid level above 2.0mg/dl can lead to poor perfusion and should lead to further evaluation of the patient’s fluid status.  True or False?