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Module 01 Equine Welfare and Management Quiz Answers
Q1. What would you conclude if you approach a horse who appears bright, alert, and responsive with his ears up, relaxed stance, legs under him and quietly looking around?
Q2. You have called your veterinarian and she asks you for your horse’s vital signs; what would you report back to her?
ViewQ3. You have been asked to estimate your horse’s weight using a girth tape, which is the best approach to do this?
ViewQ4. You approach a horse that stands 16 hands tall, weighing over 1500 lbs. with long white hair on its legs and it’s pulling a heavy load; which would be your best guess of breed based on this module?
ViewQ5. You’re observing a horse moving in a rapid, two-beat, diagonal gait with the front foot on one side and the opposite hind foot taking off at the same time and striking the ground at the same time. Which of the normal gaits is this?
ViewQ6. Which part of a horse’s hoof is the most sensitive part of the outer structures of the hoof?
ViewQ7. Which of the following are included in the Appendicular Skeleton of a horse?
ViewQ8. If you overheard someone talking about the scapula, humerus, radius and ulna; what part of a horse is being discussed?
ViewQ9. Suppose you look at your horse and see that there is an asymmetry to the face, your horse is stumbling and dragging its toes; what might these signs indicate?
ViewQ10. Which of the following was the conclusion of the committee chaired by Professor Roger Brambell in 1965?
ViewQ11. Which of the following is the correct conclusion to draw if you see a horse standing with head and ears up, but resting one leg?
ViewQ12. Which of the following organizations have adopted the Five Freedoms as the standard for the physical and mental well-being of all animals:
ViewQ13. If you provide an animal with, good pasture and a clean trough that is always refilled which of the Five Freedoms are you exemplifying?
ViewQ14. If you provide a horse with good shelter and fresh bedding, which of the Five Freedoms are you exemplifying?
ViewQ15. If you get your horse vaccinated and call the veterinarian at the onset of disease which of the Five Freedoms are you exemplifying?
ViewQ16. If you approach a horse in a calm and consistent manner, which of the Five Freedoms are you ensuring?
ViewQ17. If you provide ample room in a stable and allow a horse to pasture with a herd of horses, which of the Five Freedoms are you exemplifying?
ViewQ18. If you have taken a horse’s respiratory rate, heart rate, and temperature, what have you done?
ViewQ19. Suppose your horse does not seem his normal and healthy self, so you check his respiration rate and find it to be a rate of 42; what – if anything should you do?
ViewModule 02 Equine Welfare and Management Quiz Answers
Q1. Under normal circumstances, how much water should you provide for a horse to maintain good hydration?
ViewQ2. What is the one exception to providing horse-free access to water?
ViewQ3. Which of the following was intended to be the ideal equine meal?
ViewQ4. Which of the following should you avoid because it may cause digestive upsets for a horse? (Select all that apply.)
ViewNot providing high-fiber feed
Q5. Suppose you see a horse coughing masticated food with some food appearing at the nostrils; how should you respond?
ViewQ6. A nutritional pasture has many benefits but a few dangers; what should you protect a horse from when they go out to the pasture?
ViewQ7. Suppose you are acquiring hay as feed for your horse; which of the following are ways to assess the quality? (Select all that apply.)
ViewHave hay analyzed to determine nutrient content
Q8. You note a horse is exhibiting a lack of energy, stunted growth, weight loss, and poor condition; what nutritional lack would you suspect?
ViewQ9. Suppose you enter the stall and notice a notably strong and somewhat toxic odor; what should that prompt you to check in the horse’s diet?
ViewQ10. Guidelines for concentrates vary with individual horses; therefore, what is it vital to monitor over time to make that determination?
ViewQ11. Suppose you went to the feed store to get a good quality grass hay that has been analyzed. What would be the ideal complement feed to buy for complete nutrition?
ViewQ12. Suppose you go to the feed store seeking a convenient form of processed and compressed hay. What will that look like?
ViewQ13. When – if ever – might you choose to limit a horse’s access to rich pasture?
ViewQ14. Suppose you want to supply nutrients that may be lacking in the natural forage available. Which of the following would you purchase?
ViewQ15. Which of the following forms of nutrition are the essentials every horse needs?
ViewQ16. Suppose you enter the stable and see that the free-standing water container has been knocked over, what might you do to remedy this situation? (Select all that apply.)
ViewReplace the free-standing container with a trough that holds more than 12 gallons.
Q17. Suppose you notice that your horse is standing in bright sunlight, and has dry discolored gums. What should you do? (Select all that apply.)
ViewCall your veterinarian
Q18. What is one of the best ways to keep your horse’s digestive system operating well?
ViewQ19. When it comes to what is in the feed, what should you look for to keep your horse’s digestive system operating well?
ViewQ20. If you were looking to satisfy and put the least strain on your horse’s digestive system, which of the following should you do?
ViewModule 03 Equine Welfare and Management Quiz Answers
Q1. Which of the following are among the 5 Elements of Basic Care in a horse’s environment? (Select all that apply.)
ViewSafety
Containment and footing
Cleanliness
Ventilation
Q2. What can you do to address a horse’s mental health and prevent physical ailments?
ViewQ3. Suppose you are pasturing horses in a climate where you regularly have driving rain or significant cold. Which of the following must you provide?
ViewQ4. Suppose you are installing flooring in a stall; which would be optimal?
ViewQ5. Suppose you are asking someone to make sure a horse has sufficient bedding; what would be the daily minimum required?
ViewQ6. Suppose you notice that a horse is pacing kicking and weaving; what can remedy these abnormal behaviors?
ViewQ7. Which of the following are the benefits of exercise? (Select all that apply.)
ViewMaintain active digestion
Prevent injuries and abnormal behaviors
Q8. Where does safety start for a horse in your care?
ViewQ9. You want to be prepared to ensure your horse’s safety in case of emergency; what should you do in advance? (Select all that apply.)
ViewQ10. Suppose you are in an emergency where your horses are in danger. What should you do when First Responders arrive?
ViewQ11. Common footing types include grass, turf, dirt, sand and synthetic mixes; what criteria do you use to choose the best footing for a horse?
ViewQ12. When designing an environment for a horse, one element of basic care is described as, “This entails the space required to move freely, lie-down, groom, exercise and socialize.” That describes:
ViewQ13. When designing an environment for a horse, one element of basic care includes “… protection from sun, heat, cold, wind, rain and snow, and from the nuisance of biting insects.” That describes:
ViewQ14. When designing an environment for a horse, one element of basic care includes “the circulation of fresh air, free from drafts and free from particulate matter such as hay, chaff, and dust.” That describes:
ViewQ15. When designing an environment for a horse, one element of basic care includes making sure, “ that manure and urine are removed in a timely manner, and there’s a space for the horse to get away from its own excrement.” That describes:
ViewQ16. When designing an environment for a horse, one element of basic care is described as, “the environment is free from hazards such as nails, sharp edges, electrical wires, hanging branches, and free from toxic plants and predators..” That describes:
ViewQ17. Which of the following is a good way to prevent behavioral problems in horses? (Select all that apply.)
ViewFulfilling their social needs
Q18. What is the rule of thumb to determine adequate stall size for the horse to be able to move freely?
ViewQ19. What should a horse be able to do in a stall? (Select all that apply.)
ViewSelf-groom and lay down
Q20. Which types of footing are suitable for areas where horses work, train or perform? (Select all that apply.)
ViewQ21. Suppose a wildfire has broken out nearby, and you are being forced to evacuate, which of the following should you do before you leave? (Select all that apply.)
ViewLeave your contact information in a zip lock bag taped to the fence or in your mailbox.
Fill your water troughs
Q22. Which of the following forms of exercise is especially useful if a horse is recovering from illness or injury and needs exercise under careful supervision?
ViewQ23. Lunging is a form of exercise recommended in this module; what is lunging?
ViewQ24. Which of the following are the benefits of regular exercise for a horse? (Select all that apply.)
ViewDevelops and tones muscles
Supports active digestion
Q25. Suppose you are in an equine emergency, the first responders are on the way; what information do you need to have ready when they arrive? (Select all that apply.)
ViewAll the details about what led up to the emergency situation
Situation
Location
Module 04 Equine Welfare and Management Quiz Answers
Q1. You are examining the overall fitness of a horse; what would give you a reliable indicator of fitness? (Select all that apply.)
ViewRespiratory rate
Q2. How long does it take musculoskeletal fitness to develop?
ViewQ3. How can staff members who work with horses help keep them safe from disease? (Select all that apply.)
ViewFollow biosecurity protocols
Q4. You notice these symptoms in a horse: weight loss, poor hair coat, lethargy and colic or diarrhea and poor overall condition. What should you check for based on these?
ViewQ5. What important aspect of maintaining a horse’s health is often overlooked because it may not be as obvious as if the horse were lame or had a fever?
ViewQ6. How does a horse’s nature as a prey animal condition them to respond to pain in a certain way?
ViewQ7. You notice that your horse is being pestered by flies and biting insects; what are the 3 Pillars of Insect Control to Employ?
ViewQ8. Recognizing pain symptoms in a horse is an art and a science. Which of the following represent the ART of it?
ViewQ9. Why might you need to keep complete records of a horse’s vaccinations? (Select all that apply.)
ViewIn case the horse is sold
To guarantee disease prevention
Q10. Suppose you are trying to protect a barn full of horses from contagious diseases. What strategies would help? (Select all that apply.)
ViewProvide horses with a good diet, a stress-free environment, shelter, and vaccinations.
Q11. Which of the following is recommended to maintain a horse’s fitness? (Select all that apply.)
ViewQ12. Suppose your horse is recovering from an injury; which of the following are recommended to return the horse to previous levels of athleticism? (Select all that apply.)
ViewControlled exercise that is gradually increased
Q13. When considering your horse’s skeletal fitness, what should you bear in mind when considering recovery after an injury?
ViewQ14. Which of the following are preventive measures you can take to protect your horse from simple problems that can become a crisis? (Select all that apply.)
ViewGet recommended vaccinations on schedule
Take the preventative measure of deworming
Q15. Suppose you suspect your horse has intestinal parasites; what should you do to be sure?
ViewQ16. Which of the following is the best practice to protect your horse from intestinal parasites?
ViewMonitor fecal egg counts in manure
Q17. Suppose you aim to minimize external insect populations that are bothering your horse; which of the following should you do? (Select all that apply.)
ViewRemoving stagnant pools of water
Remove attractants
Q18. You recognize that you cannot eliminate all pests, but what can you do to help your horse avoid contact with annoying insects?
ViewQ19. Suppose you see that flying insects are pestering your horse; what might you do to protect your horse? (Select all that apply.)
ViewUse fly masks
Q20. Suppose your horse has recently been vaccinated and you notice local swelling near an injection site and the horse has a transient fever; what should you do?
ViewCall your veterinarian, DVM will recommend next steps
Q21. Suppose your horse has recently been vaccinated, the horse appears lethargic and you notice symptoms of allergic reaction; what should you do?
ViewQ22. Suppose you want to be sure your horse’s dental health remains good; what should you do?
ViewQ23. Suppose you want to prevent common diseases from spreading to your horse. Which of the following should you control? (Select all that apply.)
ViewBody secretions
Q24. Suppose you want to prevent common diseases from spreading to your horse. Which of the following should you control? (Select all that apply.)
ViewInsects
Q25. Suppose you notice that your horse is lethargic, he’s not eating, his head is hanging low, and he has a cough and clear nasal discharge; what common ailment do these indicate?
ViewModule 05 Equine Welfare and Management Quiz Answers
Q1. Which of the following are the benefits of understanding your horse as a prey and herd animal? (Select all that apply.)
ViewQ2. Which situations should you be aware of because a horse equates these with the threat of death? (Select all that apply.)
ViewBeing in the pasture with just one other horse
Being down and unable to rise
Q3. You notice your horse lie down and roll from side to side, then roll all the way over; what should you do? (Select all that apply.)
ViewCheck the horse’s back to see if there is a problem
Q4. You walk into a stable full of happy horses where you are greeted with an orchestra of whinnies and heads looking out over the half-stall doors; what should you do?
ViewQ5. Occasionally you see your horse sleep standing up, what should you do?
ViewQ6. Suppose your horse that is usually eager to please, starts exhibiting aggressive or abnormal behaviors, before starting a retraining program, what should you do?
ViewQ7. When dealing with unwanted problem behaviors what is always a good idea?
ViewQ8. Which of the following is generally true of any well-trained horse?
ViewQ9. How do horses maintain friendships and social ranking in the herd?
ViewQ10. Suppose you approach a horse that has ears pinned back and is rapidly swishing its tail; what should you do?
ViewQ11. You notice that your horse is laying down at feeding time; what does this indicate? (Select all that apply.)
ViewInvestigate! Something is making the horse feel bad and warrants further investigation.
Q12. Suppose you approach a herd of horses on a sunny afternoon and notice that many of they are lying flat out while only one is standing; what should you do?
ViewQ13. While you are working with your horse to correct problem behaviors, which long-term solutions should you employ? (Select all that apply.)
ViewEstablish rapport with your horse
Q14. If your horse is kicking at the stall, what health problems might that lead to?
ViewQ15. If your horse is “cribbing” what kinds of problems could that cause?
ViewQ16. Some problem behaviors result in broken fences, weakened stall walls, holes in the stall flooring, loosened hardware, and prematurely rotted wood. Why should this matter to you?
ViewQ17. Suppose you see your horse bolting her food. Why should you be concerned about this problem behavior?
ViewQ18. In what primary way is social interaction within a herd, across generations, of value?
ViewQ19. You notice that you have not seen your horse lay down over several days; what should you do?
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