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Monday 26 June 201713:30 – 15:00

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General instructions• Use black or blue ball-point pen.• The marks for questions are shown in brackets.• This examination contains 11 questions. Answer all questions.• Answer the questions in the spaces provided. Answers written in marginsor on blank pages will not be marked.

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1 a) List the four rules of first aid. (4 marks)

b) Identify two signs or symptoms that might indicate that a dog has been stung by a bee. (2 marks)

c) Describe how you should deal with the first aid incident described in 1 b). (4 marks)

2 a) Name one piece of equipment to use to measure pulse rate. (1 mark)

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3 Describe the importance of two routine healthcare procedures for a tortoise. (4 marks)

4 a) Name two conditions in animals caused by an inadequate diet. (2 marks)

b) For one of the conditions named in 4 a), describe the signs, treatment and how these can be prevented. (5 marks)

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5 Describe suitable accommodation for a group of rescued ferrets. Make reference to fixtures, fittings (including provisions for food and water), bedding and enrichment in order to meet the animal’s welfare and current legislation. Explain how accommodation can influence behaviour and justify your answers. (12 marks)

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6 a) Name one fresh food and one dried food for a dog. (2 marks)

b) Explain how the dietary need and feeding routine for an adult female dog (bitch) will need to change prior to breeding, and during pregnancy and lactation. (4 marks)

7 Describe two factors to consider when looking for the best place to position a chicken house/pen. Give your reasons. (4 marks)

8 Define briefly both interspecific and intraspecific communication. (2 marks)

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9 Describe the behavioural signs that a dog displays when it is frightened. (3 marks)

10 a) List three items of appropriate PPE that should be used when handling cattle. (3 marks)

b) State what is not appropriate to wear when handling cattle. (1 mark)

11 a) Give one potential reason for handling cattle. (1 mark)

b) For the reason given in 11 a), describe two pieces of equipment required to handle cattle, justifying your choices. (4 marks)

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