RVT Journal Quiz: Volume 45, Issue 4, Article 3 - Senior Feline Nutrition - Avoiding Pitfalls

RVT Journal Quiz: Volume 45, Issue 4, Article 3 - Senior Feline Nutrition - Avoiding Pitfalls

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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1. At what age is a cat considered “senior?” *
2. Does AAFCO have set nutritional profiles/recommendations for senior cats? *
3. If a senior cat is underweight, this could be caused by: *
4. Cats need about 1.5g protein/kg body weight to maintain nitrogen (protein) balance but need over ___ protein/kg bodyweight to maintain lean body mass. *
5. What is the major difference between sarcopenia and cachexia? *
6. Do the caloric requirements for cats over the age of 12 increase or decrease? *
7. What is an easy way for clients to monitor the hydration status of their senior cats at home? *
8. How much water does a cat need per day? *
9. If a senior cat is not meeting their daily caloric needs: *
10. Is nutrition an emergency? *