HOSA Veterinary Science Knowdedge
Bowl Certification *Q&A* (100% Correct)
2025/2026 |VERIFIED|
1. What is the term for a domesticated hoofed animal commonly raised for riding, racing, and farm work,
known for its strength and endurance? Horse
2. Which small, often independent animal, typically kept as a pet, belongs to the family Felidae and is
renowned for its agility, intelligence, and affection? Cat
3. What term describes the process of becoming resistant to a specific disease or pathogen by
stimulating the body's immune response, often achieved through medical intervention? Process
of becoming secure against a particular disease or pathogen
4. Which organism, often referred to as a parasite, survives at the expense of its host by living inside or
on it, frequently causing harm or disease? Plant or animal that lives on or within another living
organism at the expense of the host organism
5. What is the term for the practice of isolating an animal or person for a designated period to prevent
the spread of a contagious disease, particularly in veterinary care? Period of detention or isolation
as a result of disease suspected to be communicable
6. What field of veterinary medicine focuses specifically on the reproductive health and breeding of
animals, including diagnosis and treatment of reproductive conditions? Branch of veterinary
medicine that deals with reproduction
7. What medical practice involves the introduction of a harmless form of a microorganism into the body
to trigger an immune response, providing long-term immunity against specific diseases? Intro of a
microorganism that has been made harmless in order to cause immunity to develop
8. What is the term for the study and treatment of diseases and medical conditions in animals, covering
a broad range of species and health concerns? Pertaining to animals and their diseases
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,9. What academic discipline involves the study of animal biology, behavior, and ecology, examining the
physical characteristics and natural environments of various species? Study of animal life
10. What technology in automotive engineering, often used in vehicles, utilizes a seamless variation of
gear ratios to provide a smooth transition between speeds? Continuously variable transmission
11. What title is given to a medical professional who holds a degree in veterinary medicine, which
requires extensive education and training in diagnosing and treating animal illnesses? Doctor of
veterinary medicine
12. What designation is granted to veterinary professionals who have received formal education and
certification in animal care and laboratory techniques, supporting veterinarians in medical practices?
Registered veterinary technician
13. What term refers to the compassionate process of intentionally ending the life of an animal suffering
from an incurable illness, injury, or undesirable conditions to prevent further distress? Induction
of death in a sick, injured, or unwanted animal
14. What scientific profession focuses on the study of marine ecosystems, including plant and animal life
in saltwater environments such as oceans and seas? Study of plant and animal life in saltwater
environments
15. What term refers to the specialized groups in the veterinary field that recognize advanced expertise
in specific medical areas, such as surgery, dermatology, or internal medicine? 16 in veterinary
medicine
16. What profession requires completing a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, a four-year
undergraduate education, and passing a state examination to become licensed to practice veterinary
care? Earn a DMV, a four-year bachelor degree, 4 years at an accredited veterinary college, pass a
written and oral examination, and licensed by the state in which they practice
17. What role involves supporting veterinarians by performing various tasks such as preparing animals
for treatment, collecting specimens, and assisting with procedures in a variety of medical settings?
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, Research, private clinic, food inspection, and laboratories. Assist vets by obtaining info, preparing
animals, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, etc.
18. What is the responsibility of a veterinary assistant, who aids in maintaining clean environments for
animals, preparing them for treatment, grooming, exercising, and handling daily medical records?
Maintains clean environment for animals, prepares animals for treatment, bathes and grooms
animals, maintains daily records, exercises the animals and collects samples
19. What job involves working in kennels, stables, pet shops, or animal shelters, cleaning environments
and assisting with animal care, grooming, and general welfare tasks? Cleans kennels, stables, pet
shops, and shelters. Wildlife and grooming assistant
20. What practice involves breeding animals for specific traits through controlled reproduction, often to
improve genetic lines or meet specific needs within various industries? Raise animals using
selective breeding
21. What type of injury involves damage to soft tissue, which can be open or closed, and may result in
bleeding, requiring immediate attention to control the blood flow? Involves injury to soft tissue.
Open or closed. Can result in bleeding
22. What type of wound occurs when the skin or mucous membrane is broken, and can include
conditions such as abrasions, incisions, lacerations, and punctures? Break in skin or mucous
membrane. Includes abrasions, incisions, lacerations, punctures, avulsions, and amputations
23. What term describes an injury where the skin remains intact but underlying tissue is damaged, often
resulting in swelling, bruising, and internal bleeding? No break in skin and mucous membrane, but
injury occurs to the underlying tissues
24. What type of injury occurs when the skin is scraped away, resulting in minimal bleeding, but with a
high risk of infection due to the introduction of dirt and contaminants into the wound? Skin is
scraped off the wound. Bleeding is usually limited, infection must be prevented because dirt and
contaminants often enter the wound
25. What surgical wound is created by a sharp instrument, usually with a clean, straight cut, allowing
precise control during medical procedures? Cut in the wound with a surgical instrument
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