Final Examination – Basic ACO I NOT dynamic

A ______________ is a short, 5-10 word response from a recorded interview that embodies the point of the interview, or supports the direction of the interview.

Sound Bite
Snake Bite
Elevator Pitch
Sentence

True or False: It is appropriate to use jargon and cop lingo during an interview so the audience understands how experienced you are

True
False

In the context of responding to a reporter’s questions, what does the acronym SECS stand for?

Make a Statement, Provide Evidence, Draw a Conclusion, Shut Up
Make a Statement, Estimate the Outcome, Define the Problem, Smile
Smile, Enthusiasm, Celebrate, Tell a Story

At the beginning of an interview, what information should you share with the reporter?

Your Name (Including Correct Spelling)
Your Title
The Organization Name
All of these

After an interview, you should:

Let your leadership or appropriate team know there will be a news story about your organization
Follow up with any details you promised you would get to the reporter
Ask the reporter when they expect the story to air.
All of these

Select all of the following that are things you should do before being filmed for an interview

Ask the media for more information by asking questions before the interview.
Check out the backdrop and what is happening behind you
Nothing, you should never agree to be filmed in an interview.
Find out if the reporter is single.

True or False: Agencies only need to train one member of their staff on how to deal with the press

True
False

What is the primary purpose of the media?

To get people to watch their newscasts.
To get the dirt on people and embarrass them.
To inform the public of what's happening in their community.

True or False: It is acceptable for a Public Information officer to pitch stories to the press

True
False

True or False: The alleles that control canine appearance and those that control behavior are independent of each other.

True
False

What is White Balance?

The blank or "white space" surrounding an image or text.
A technique used by photographers to ensure color is registering correctly in their camera.
The opposite of black.
The reason why orbs are created when lights are out of focus in an image.

Research shows that there are 6 alleles that control canine appearance. How many control canine behavior?

10
12
19
17

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic that might influence whether a bite incident is reported?

Size of Dog
Age of Victim
Sex of Dog
Circumstance of bite
Severity of bite

True or False: Dogs are individuals and may not have all the characteristics that their dog group is expected to have.

True
False

Generally, how much does a medium sized dog weigh?

5-20 pounds
10-50 pounds
25-75 pounds

True or False: If you know the breed of a dog, you can predict their behavior.

True
False

How many safes or locked storage areas should your agency have for medical use?

One
Two
Three
Four

True or False: Schedules III, IV, and V substances inventories must be maintained separately or must be in such form that they are readily retrievable from the ordinary records of the registrant.

True
False

What is the minimum number of years that the DEA requires records retention?

2 Years
5 Years
6 Years
7 Years

True or False: No records are required of Schedule I substances.

True
False

True or False: No records are required of Schedule I substances.

True
False

Which is the correct definition for a Schedule IV Substance

No accepted medical use or a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision
High potential for abuse with severe risk for psychological or physical dependence.
Substances in this schedule have an abuse potential less than those in Schedules I and II
Lower potential for abuse and may lead to limited physical or psychological dependence

Which is the correct definition for a Schedule III Substance

No accepted medical use or a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision
High potential for abuse with severe risk for psychological or physical dependence.
Substances in this schedule have an abuse potential less than those in Schedules I and II
Lower potential for abuse and may lead to limited physical or psychological dependence

Which is the correct definition for a Schedule II Substance

No accepted medical use or a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision
High potential for abuse with severe risk for psychological or physical dependence.
Substances in this schedule have an abuse potential less than those in Schedules I and II
Lower potential for abuse and may lead to limited physical or psychological dependence

Which is the correct definition for a Schedule I Substance

No accepted medical use or a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision
High potential for abuse with severe risk for psychological or physical dependence.
Substances in this schedule have an abuse potential less than those in Schedules I and II
Lower potential for abuse and may lead to limited physical or psychological dependence

True or False: Federal laws are always more strict than state laws.

True
False

The 3-3-3 Rule is:

Non-existent. It's not really a thing in the shelter world.
The idea of following up with a new pet owner 3 days, 3 weeks and then 3 months after a pet has been adopted to help the new owner troubleshoot any issues.
Following up with an owner 3 weeks, 3 months and 3 years after a pet has been adopted.
Replaced by the more current thinking of the 1-1-1 (or #1 Rule): follow up in the first hour, the first day and the first week, because if anything's going to go wrong, it's really only in those first few days.

True or False: Microchipping is the same as GPS location.

True
False

Ideally, when is it recommended that animals are spayed or neutered?

Before Adoption
After Adoption
Neither/No Spay orNeuter

Which of the following is NOT a typical recommendation for post-surgical spay/neutering care?

Warming
Pain Meds
No Food or Water
Exercise Restrictions

True or False: Some veterinarians will choose to do a vasectomy, particularly with feral cat colonies, believing that leaving a male cat intact will help him ward off other males.

True
False

True or False: Most veterinarians recommend no water for animals 24 hours before their neutering/spaying surgery

True
False

What is the correct name for a surgical procedure performed on a male animal?

Spaying
Neutering

Another term for “spay/neutering” is:

Lobotomizing
Freezing
Desexing
There is no other term.

True or False: It is okay for a citizen to approach your vehicle with their cat in their arms.

True
False

When moving a cat, ACOs should seek to control which of the following?

Back Legs
Front Legs
Elbow
Head

What would you use to support the back end of a dog?

Snappy Snare
Sling
Catch Pole
Muzzle

When should the catch pole be removed from a dog?

Just before the dog enters the cage
After the dog enters the cage but before the gate is closed
After the dog enters the cage and after the gate is closed

What is the primary intended purpose of a catch pole?

To lift a dog into a vehicle
To control the head and keep the teeth away
To poke the dog

Which of the following does NOT influence how animals perceive us:

The sound of the vehicle
The words we use
Our vocal tone
Our approach toward the animal

When the public is observing an ACO capture an animal, the Officer should inform the public of what they are going to do…

While they do it
Before they do it
After they do it
When it is safe to do it

True or False: The ACO – along with other animal care professionals – is responsible for influencing public perception of animal welfare professionals.

True
False

What is the proper temperature range for an animal shelter?

50 – 70 Degrees
60 – 80 Degrees
70 – 90 Degrees

Proper accounting for all of the euthanasia substances must be done how often?

Daily
Weekly
Monthly
Twice a Year

Bleach should not be combined with:

Water
Quaternary ammonium compounds
Anything – always use it by itself
Phenols

True or False: Bleach disinfects and cleans well.

True
False

How long does it take for most disinfectants to kill pathogens?

5 Minutes
7 Minutes
10 or More Minutes

Which of the following is an example of “vulnerable populations?”

The very young: Puppies and Kittens
Healthy adult animals
The compromised: Those recovering from injury or medical procedures

What is the proper definition of Disinfect?

Reduce levels of pathogens
Kills pathogens
Kills all microorganisms

True or False: Phenols (ie: Lysol, Pinesol) are dangerous to cats

True
False

What is the proper definition of Sterilize?

Reduce levels of pathogens
Kills pathogens
Kills all microorganisms

True or False: Once established, vaccination protocols should never change.

True
False

When is the proper time to provide rabies vaccination?

At intake
At adoption
Either Answer is Correct
Neither Answer is Correct

Which of the following is NOT a reason why record-keeping is important

To find lost or found pets
To justify budget requests
A means to track personnel efficiency
To track long term trends in the shelter or area

True or False: The organizational goals of a shelter and the public perception of a shelter’s goals are always the same.

True
False

True or False: Every Animal shelter should seek transparency with the public and its employees

True
False

Which of the following is the most correct definition of Locard Exchange Principal?

Any interaction with a crime scene will change the scene
Any object that can link a suspect with the scene
Interactions with the crime scene do not impact the scene

Which is the most correct definition of the 4th Amendment?

Provides Guiding Principles for Search Warrants
Provide authority to law enforcement to conduct search of private property
Reason to believe that contraband/evidence will be found indicating a crime has occurred

Which of the following is not one of the ‘5-Ws’ that a call taker should collect from a call for service?

Who
Where
Why
When
With

True or False: The ADA allows any animal to be a therapy animal or service animal.

True
False

True or False: Many jurisdictions loosely define Adequate Shelter and will leave it to an officer’s discretion as to whether the minimum criteria have been met.

True
False

True or False: Animals are considered property under the law.

True
False

True or False: Animal Control Agencies should have a pre-set list of which breeds are considered “dangerous” for ACOs to refer to.

True
False

An animal can die in as little as ________ without water.

48 Hours
24 Hours
72 Hours
A week

True or False: Open mouth breathing in a cat may be an indicator of respiratory distress

True
False

Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to calm a fearful dog?

Act calm and quiet
Stare into their eyes
Stoop or squat down
Use a calm voice

True or False: When taking a call from a member of the public, the call taker should give the caller the opportunity to vent and complain.

True
False

Sort the below in the sequence in which animal enclosures should be cleaned

Sick Animals
Vulnerable Animals (e.g., Healthy Juveniles)
Healthy Animals

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Select who of the following is most likely to be involved in making a final charging decision

Prosecutor
Animal Owner
Bite Victim

What is meant by acting “Beyond the Color of Law”?

To act beyond the bounds of lawful authority while the purporting to act in the performance of official duties.
To act under legal and lawful authority in the performance of official duties.
To perform duties with probable cause and legal authority to act.

True or False: A search warrant must minutely identify each item that the officer is searching for by including (for example) brand names and specific chemical names.

True
False

True or False: Consent is a 4th Amendment event and can never be revoked.

True
False

Which of the following are is NOT a component of professionalism?

Commitment to Life Long Learning
Emotional Intelligence
Setting Career Goals
Self Regulation

True or False: With a careful disinfection regimen, it is possible to keep a facility entirely disease-free

False
True

True or False: Insufficient time to obtain a search warrant may be used as an exigent circumstance

True
False

True or False: The same cleaning supplies (ie: brooms, hoses, buckets, etc.). can be used throughout the entire shelter.

True
False

True or False: Animal Abuse is one technique perpetrators of domestic violence may use to control other members of their household.

True
False

True or False: Animal Control Officers should always investigate organized animal fighting cases with support from a law enforcement agency

True
False

What is the purpose of a dog bite scale?

To objectively measure the severity of a dog bite.
To evaluate the force a dog can apply when biting.
To objectively measure the severity of a cat bite.

Gun shot is an acceptable method for routine euthanasia.

True
False

Direct evidence is best defined by which of the following?

Connects one fact to another
May or may not be relevant to the case
Provides the capability to tell a story
Derived from discussions with incident parties

What is the definition of a Level 4 Bite

Intimidation Behavior: no contact occurred.
Muzzle punch. Teeth may touch skin but no puncture. Minor bruises, red marks, or scratches
Punctures 1/2 the length of the canine tooth. No tearing or slashing.
1-4 holes from a single bite, one hole deeper than 1/2 length of canine tooth.
A Chain Saw with Feet. Multiple Level 4 Bites; A concerted, repeated attack.
Dog bites resulting in death.

True or False: The Heimlich Maneuver can be performed on animals

True
False

True or False: A trained forensic veterinarian can be critical when investigating cases of active cruelty

True
False

True or False: It is almost always okay to seize an animal without a search warrant that has been approved by a court

False
True

How should the intake area be staffed?

One Person
Team of Two
Team of Three

Which of the following are signs of an animal that is becoming hyperthermic?

Exaggerated panting
Lips pulling back
Licking the window
Becoming hyperactive, bouncing around, barking

What is the definition of Hypothermia?

Injury when the body is too hot
Injury when the body is too cold

What is the proper definition for Partial or Qualified Immunity

Protection as long as the officer has acted in scope of their role
Acting in your official capacity or in your office
Disregard of the consequences of one's acts or omissions

True or False: Impervious walls and floors are important for a facility to be safe for the animals

True
False

Which of the following is the best definition of a Mydriatic type of pupilary reaction?

Pinpoint
Enlarged pupils
One pupil big/one little

True or False: If the mucous membranes are pink, it indicates that the animal may be bleeding to death.

True
False

True or False: A personal mobile phone can routinely be used to capture crime scene photographs

False
True

During intake, how often should an animal be scanned for a Microchip?

Once
Almost never
Multiple Times

True or False: Probable Cause must be established before requesting a search warrant.

True
False

Which of the following is NOT a typical reason for passive cruelty

Ignorance
Domestic Violence
Mental Illness
Economic Hardship

Which of the following items are relevant when photographing a crime scene (select all that apply)?

Lighting
Composition
Scale
Density

True or False: Animals are considered property.

True
False

Which of the following is the best definition for a Miotic type of pupilary reaction?

Pinpoint
Enlarged pupils
One pupil big/one little

Which of the following are locations where you can check for a pulse on an animal?

Over the heart
Pedal or Tarsal arteries
Femoral artery
Under the tongue
In the ear

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