Veterinary Technician Practice Exam

Which of the following terms is used to assess the general responsiveness of an animal during a physical examination?

1. QAR

2. PE

3. SOAP

4. TPR

The correct answer is: QAR

The term QAR, which stands for "Quiet, Alert, and Responsive," is used to describe an animal's general responsiveness during a physical examination. When a veterinarian or veterinary technician assesses an animal as QAR, they are noting whether the animal is behaving in a normal, alert manner without showing signs of distress, anxiety, or lethargy. This subjective assessment is often part of a broader evaluation of the animal's overall health and well-being. In the context of the other options, PE stands for physical examination, which is the overall process of assessing an animal's health but does not specifically describe responsiveness. SOAP is a method of documentation used in clinical settings (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan) and is not focused on responsiveness evaluation. TPR refers to temperature, pulse, and respiration, which are vital signs measured but do not directly assess general responsiveness. Therefore, QAR is the most appropriate term for evaluating how responsive an animal is during an examination.