Euthanasia Quiz

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1.  Which definition is correct for the term "Euthanasia"?

"Good" "Death"
A rapid lost of consciousness followed by death
Permanent and painless death
All of the above

2.  Which definition is most correct for the term "Acceptable Method"?

Any method used
Methods that are inhumane in certain situations
Methods that are considered okay for animals but might be hazardous to people.
Methods that consistently produce a humane death when used as the sole means of euthanasia

3.  Which is required after euthanasia?

Verify that the animal is dead by some definite method
Proper disposal
Consideration has to be given for species and method used for determining death
All of the above

4.  Which method is unacceptable?

Exsanguination without general anesthesia
Strychnine
Potassium chloride without general anesthesia
All of the above

5.  Which of the following are true when using "Decapitation" as a method of euthanasia?

Used only on rodents and small rabbits
Is conditionally acceptable
Requires maintaining the device and record keeping on its use and maintenance
All of the above
 

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