List should include

developing an annual plan for vaccinations, deworming, and dental and hoof care
performing fecal studies
maintaining health records
creating a basic plan for horse nutrition
identifying differences among vaccination needs for different ages (e.g., foals, broodmares, geriatric horses)
planning for the care of an older horse
describing sanitation procedures and protocols
having an exercise plan.

Process/Skill Questions:

When is it best to administer vaccinations? Why?
How often should a horse receive hoof care?
Why do a horse’s teeth need to be checked and floated?
When might a horse’s health records be needed?
How do the nutritional and management needs of an older horse differ from those of a younger horse?
How is the vaccination series different for brood mares vs. other adult horses? Young horses?
What are the core vaccine guidelines for Equids in North America?
How do the exercise needs of a horse change over its life span?

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