https://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision-2/625/common-endoparasitesWelcome 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-2/625/common-endoparasitesMon, 20 Apr 2009 13:53:04 GMT1a0763ec-3885-442c-853e-6cef656dfec5:545dc4e2-a9b5-4cc3-99ba-b29df0280a23Arlo Guthriehttps://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision-2/625/common-endoparasites#commentsCurrent Revision posted to Revision Guide For Student Nurses - Part 2 by Arlo Guthrie on 4/20/2009 1:53:04 PM<br /> <p><span class="h1img"><strong>QUESTIONS</strong></span></p> <ol class="wikiextraspace"> <li>What is an endoparasite? </li> <li>What are the 2 main subgroups of endoparasites? </li> <li>What are the 2 main groups of intestinal worm? </li> <li>State the 2 main differences between cestodes and nematodes. </li> <li>Name the 3 main components which make up the tapeworm. </li> <li>What is the general name given to immature tapeworm? </li> <li>List the 3 main types of tapeworm. </li> <li>What is the difference between a cysticercus, a cysticercoid and a coenurus? </li> <li>What is the most common tapeworm of cats and dogs in the UK? </li> <li>What is the intermediate host of Dipylidium caninum? </li> <li>Which zoonotic disease is associated with Echinococcus granulosus? </li> <li>Which tapeworm is associated with eating uncooked meat, and why might this be particularly difficult to control? </li> <li>List anthelmintics suitable for the treatment of cestode infestation. </li> <li>List the 6 groups of nematodes and give examples of each. </li> <li>What is a paratenic host? </li> <li>What is a transport host? </li> <li>What is a final/definitive host? </li> <li>What is an intermediate host? </li> <li>Name the 2 zoonotic diseases associated with Toxocara canis. </li> <li>Name 2 types of hookworm. Which of these is associated with greyhounds or hunt kennels? </li> <li>Which nematode is associated with pedal dermatitis in dogs with permanent access to grass runs? </li> <li>What is Dirofilaria immitis commonly known as? </li> <li>Which nematode often manifests symptoms of coughing? </li> <li>What is the name of the diagnostic test used to detect the presence of lungworm larvae? </li> <li>What organs are affected by the Capillaria species? </li> <li>What are the 2 main techniques used to confirm a diagnosis of nematode infestation? </li> <li>Why are faecal flotation methods unsuitable for the identification of cestode ova? </li> <li>List 5 protozoal parasites. </li> <li>List 6 precautions that may prevent the spread of zoonotic diseases caused by helminths. </li> <li>List anthelmintics suitable for the control of nematodes in domestic cats and dogs. </li> <li>How frequently should domestic cats and dogs be wormed? </li> </ol><div style="clear:both;"></div>