OAVT 2021 Conference Quiz: Comprehensive Avian Capture and Restraint

Continuing to learn after achieving RVT status is essential for the individual and the advancement of the profession. RVTs can earn one (1) Continuing Education (CE) credit by reading the CE articles in the RVT Journal, or watching recorded sessions of OAVT presentations, and submitting the successfully completed corresponding quizzes.

If you obtain a score of 8 out of 10 (80%) or higher, you will receive a confirmation email which OAVT members can use as acceptable proof for their online CE record.

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Which of the following statements about psittacine vertebrae is true? *

a. They have approximately 12 cervical vertebrae

b. Their cervical vertebrae is fused to aid in flight

c. They have the same number of sacral and cervical vertebrae as a cat

d. They have approximately 12 sacral vertebrae

How do birds respirate? *

a. Using abdominal muscles to expand the lungs creating a bellows-like air flow

b. Using the diaphragm to create a unidirectional airflow through the air sacs and lungs

c. Expanding their pectoral muscles to pull the sternum forward creating negative pressure in the air sacs

d. Contracting their thoracic muscles to create intrapulmonary pressure and draw air through the air sacs

What is the average body temperature of a bird? *

a. 98.6° F

b. 102° F

c. 110° F

d. 106° F

Which of the following is NOT considered a risk to a bird during restraint? *

a. Damaging the wings by allowing them to flap

b. Strangulation by holding firmly around the neck

c. Corneal damage from towels

d. Overheating by holding them tightly around the body with bare hands

Improper capture techniques can lead to behavior problems that promote neglect and/or abandonment. *

a. true

b. false

Which of the following are things to do before capture of a pet bird? *

a. Have the owner take the bird out, sit on their shoulder, give treats

b. Separate the bird from the owner, get box ready for placement, have several people ready in case bird escapes

c. Put the carrier on a table and give the bird praise, treats, and rewards prior to removing the bird from the carrier

d. Use a quiet room, ascertain what the bird perceives as rewards, prepare supplies

Which option best describes shaping through approximations? *

a. Obtaining a desired behavior (such as allowing a towel to be draped over them) by positively reinforcing exact segments of behavior

b. Obtaining a desired behavior (such as allowing a towel to be draped over them) by approximating how much reinforcement should be given as rewards for desired behaviors

c. Obtaining a desired behavior (such as allowing a towel to be draped over them) by shaping a plan to reward bird for not biting when approached with a towel

d. Obtaining a desired behavior (such as allowing a towel to be draped over them) by removing negative stimuli such as the towel when bird demonstrates fear

What are some benefits of using a towel for restraint? *

a. Keeps the bird warm

b. Protects restrainer from getting bitten or scratched

c. Gives the bird something to chew and holds the wings in

d. Makes the bird less stressed

What is important to be aware of while restraining a bird? *

a. Is the owner agitated and nervous?

b. Is it overheating or hyperventilating?

c. Is it vocalizing?

d. Where will you put it when the exam is finished?

Which of the following statements is true? *

a. Birds will struggle less if they are held securely with head, wings, and feet restrained

b. Birds will struggle less if they are able to freely move their head

c. Birds will struggle less if they are held away from your body

d. Birds will struggle less if they are able to move their feet

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