https://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision-2/548/reptiliaWelcome to the Revision Guide for Student Nurses (Part II) by Vanessa Bird VN. This guide contains notes, self-test questionnaires and practical tasks to help you through your exams (Level 2/3 NVQ, and beyond), and to use as a reference afterwards.Apren-USTelligent Community 10https://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision-2/548/reptiliaThu, 09 Apr 2009 17:11:47 GMT1a0763ec-3885-442c-853e-6cef656dfec5:87bbe337-65b1-4f67-835c-cca35a55ba69Arlo Guthriehttps://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision-2/548/reptilia#commentsCurrent Revision posted to Revision Guide For Student Nurses - Part 2 by Arlo Guthrie on 4/9/2009 5:11:47 PM<br /> <p><strong>QUESTIONS </strong></p> <ol class="wikiextraspace"> <li>Reptiles are &quot;cold-blooded&quot;. What is the correct term for this characteristic? </li> <li>State 2 means in which an ectothermic animal may control its body temperature. </li> <li>Young reptiles (whether hatched or born) are termed &quot;precocious&quot;. What does this mean? </li> <li>List requirements essential for keeping reptiles in captivity. </li> <li>What is the name used to describe the keeping of reptiles in captivity? </li> <li>What is the name of the tank in which captive reptiles are housed? </li> <li>List 6 features common to reptiles. </li> <li>State 2 species of tortoise. </li> <li>What is the common name for the Greek tortoise (Testudo graeca)? </li> <li>There are 2 common species of Mediterranean tortoise, the Greek tortoise being one example. Can you name the other? </li> <li>Why is it sensible to keep Mediterranean tortoises of the opposite sex apart (unless mating is required)? </li> <li>From what country do box tortoises originate? </li> <li>Why are terrapins unsuitable pets for those that have little experience or knowledge of such species? </li> <li>Why might the veterinary surgeon recommend that a tortoise be kept in a heated vivarium throughout the winter rather than being allowed to hibernate? </li> <li>Give 3 examples of chelonians. </li> <li>What is the correct name for the upper part of a chelonian&#39;s shell? </li> <li>What is the correct name for the lower part of a chelonian&#39;s shell? </li> <li>What is the name of the measurement used to assess the physical condition of Mediterranean tortoises? </li> <li>Hypovitamininosis A is common in chelonia particularly following hibernation. List clinical signs associated with this deficiency. </li> <li>A tortoise is hospitalised for blood tests due to post-hibernation anorexia (PHA). Why might blood uric acid levels be very high? </li> <li>State 2 species of snake. </li> <li>What is the name of the order to which snakes and lizards belong? </li> <li>How many functional lungs does the snake possess? </li> <li>Name the law under which one may be prosecuted should live vertebrate prey be fed to snakes. </li> <li>Why should frozen fish such as whitebait be heat-treated prior to feeding to snakes? </li> <li>List 5 considerations that might explain anorexia in a snake. </li> <li>List 5 methods that may ease the examination of a snake. </li> <li>Snakes may be affected by &quot;mouth rot&quot; and &quot;scale rot&quot;. Can you give the medical terms for these conditions? </li> <li>State 2 species of lizard. </li> <li>State 4 reasons why lizards must be handled carefully. </li> <li>Name the volatile agent that may be administered safely via a facemask in lizards and via an endotracheal tube in chelonians, snakes &amp; lizards. </li> <li>What is the difference between hibernation and aestivation? </li> <li>What is meant by autotomy? In what type of animal might this be seen and why? </li> <li>List various methods that may aid the restraint and examination of a belligerent iguana. </li> </ol><div style="clear:both;"></div>