Approach to weight loss and poor appetite in cats

Presented by Jessica M. Quimby, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM

Continuing education questionnaire

CE credit: 1

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Questions

1. Which of the following statements about weight loss in feline patients is incorrect? *
2. True or False. Nutrition is not a clinical problem that needs to be addressed until the patient has stopped eating. *
3. Which of the following is not an anorexigenic substance that contributes to cessation of eating? *
4. Which of the following should be included in a nutritional assessment? *
5. Which of the following is a better history-taking question to gain information about food intake? Is your pet eating? *
6. True or False. Abnormal appetite is an important clinical sign to address as it has prognostic implications and is a quality of life concern for caregivers. *
7. Which of the following scenarios represents adequate nutritional intake for a patient with weight loss (based on 50 kcal/cat per day requirement): *
8. Hospitalized feline patients may not eat in hospital due to which of the following factors? *
9. Which of the following is not a common adverse effect of mirtazapine? *
10. True or False. Clients should be instructed on how to monitor caloric intake of their feline companion. *