AALAS: Introduction to Hamsters questions
with correct answers
Which of the following oversees research using hamsters? - Answer OLAW
NIH
AAALAC
USDA
All of the Above
Which occupational health and safety concerns are relevant to performing research
on hamsters? - Answer Risk for developing an allergy to hamsters and for
developing asthma.
Risks for bite injuries when handling hamsters.
Staff should participate in the institution's occupational health and safety program.
Risks for zoonotic diseases when working with hamsters.
All of the Above
The information that should be provided with the results of a database search for
alternatives includes which of the following? - Answer The names of the
databases used, the date of the search, the years of citations accessed, and the
search strategy.
An investigator's responsibilities towards the use of laboratory animals include
assuring that staff are properly trained to: - Answer Perform the animal
procedures humanely.
Provide the necessary supportive care to the animals following a procedure.
Provide the necessary supportive care to the animals during a procedure.
All of the Above
