NAVTA stands for:
a. National Association of Veterinarian Technical Academy
b. National Association of Veterinary Technicians of America
c. North American Veterinary Technology
d. North American Veterinary Technician correct answers b
Presently in the field of veterinary technology, which is...
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NAVTA stands for:
a. National Association of Veterinarian Technical Academy
b. National Association of Veterinary Technicians of America
c. North American Veterinary Technology
d. North American Veterinary Technician correct answers b
Presently in the field of veterinary technology, which is not true?
a. Salaries vary depending on the field of interest and the level of experience
b. Widespread shortages of veterinary technicians have been reported
c. Technicians working in metropolitan areas earn less, on average, than those working in rural
areas
d. A CVT with VTS credentials typically makes more income correct answers c
The Animal Welfare Act (AWA):
a. requires that minimum standards-of-care and treatment be provided for all warm-blooded
animals
b. excludes mice, rats, or birds, which represent approximately 90% of animals used in research
and higher education
c. excludes animals transported commercially, as well as those exhibited to the public
d. is an International law correct answers b
If a veterinary technician violates the state's practice act or regulations of the profession's
governing body, the penalty can include:
a. loss of licensure, monetary penalties (fines), or other disciplines
b. no punishment since veterinary technicians are not covered by practice acts
c. those outlined in a standard practice act adopted by every state
d. none of the above correct answers a
NAVTA model rules and regulations for veterinary technicians include three levels of
supervision. Of those levels, which of the following is correct?
a. Immediate supervision -- A licensed veterinarian is within direct eyesight and hearing range
b. Direct supervision -- A licensed veterinarian is on the premises and is readily available
c. Indirect supervision -- A licensed veterinarian is not on the premises, but is able to perform
duties of a licensed veterinarian by maintaining direct communication
d. All of the above correct answers d
College programs designed to train veterinary technicians are accredited by:
a. the USDA
b. the FDA
c. the AVMA
d. the AALAS correct answers c
The current rate of attrition from the field of veterinary technology:
a. is very low
,b. is very high
c. is not a problem
d. cannot be explained correct answers b
On graduation from a Veterinary Technology program, students must take and pass the VTNE.
Which of the following statements regarding the VTNE is the most accurate?
a. The VTNE is the Veterinary Technician National Examination
b. Once the VTNE have been passed, technicians can perform any task a veterinarian can do
c. Students are not required to take the VTNE to become certified or licensed in most states and
Canada
d. All of the above correct answers a
It is widely accepted and has been proposed by both the American Veterinary Medical
Association (AVMA) and the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) that
only veterinarians may do the following: prescribe, diagnose, or perform surgery. In addition,
which other task is recommended for veterinarians only?
a. Client education
b. IV catheter placement
c. Bandaging
d. Prognosis correct answers d
The veterinary technician's role in the area of pharmacy may include all of the following except:
a. interpreting the prescription language
b. prescribing medication
c. dispensing the medication to the pet owner
d. ensuring that the pharmacy is well stocked correct answers b
Throughout the animals' clinic or hospital stay, the veterinary technician frequently assesses and
reassesses patients' status. They should alert the veterinarian to any changes in:
a. pain level of the animal
b. surgical complications such as bleeding
c. changes in mentation
d. all of the above correct answers d
After veterinary technicians have passed the VTNE, they are eligible to use one of the following
designations granted by their state. Which designation is not granted?
a. Accredited
b. Certified
c. Registered
d. Licensed correct answers a
IACUC's mission is all of these except:
a. ensure humane treatment of animals
b. ensure staff are properly trained in animal husbandry
c. to regulate policies and procedures of the Animal Welfare Act
d. to govern and modify the Animal Welfare Act as needed correct answers d
, The 3 R's guide animal handling procedures and include which correct term?
a. Restore
b. Replacement
c. Rendering
d. Relocate correct answers b
Signs of pain can include:
a. vocalizing
b. panting
c. hiding
d. all of the above correct answers d
OSHA correct answers Occupational Safety and Health Administration -- ensures a safe working
environment and prevents accidents by setting and enforcing standards
AVMA correct answers American Veterinary Medical Association -- protects, promotes, and
advances the needs of veterinarians and the people they serve by setting standards for practice
and education; accredits vet schools
NAVTA correct answers National Association of Veterinary Technicians of America -- advances
veterinary technology through advocacy, awareness, and professional development; wrote code
of ethics, vet tech oath, and practice act
IACUC correct answers Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee -- oversees animal care
and use in research and education; sets limits to animal use and standards for animal care
USDA correct answers United States Department of Agriculture -- enforces the Animal Welfare
Act; regulates pet foods and their labels and meat and milk
CVT correct answers Certified Veterinary Technician -- a vet tech who has gone through a 2-4
year program and has passed the VTNE
DVM correct answers Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -- someone who has received a doctorate
degree and has passed the doctorate exam
AVTE correct answers Association of Veterinary Technician Educators -- promotes quality
education of veterinary technology by holding conferences and workshops
VTS correct answers Veterinary Technician Specialist -- vet tech with extensive experience and
education in a certain area of veterinary medicine
RVN correct answers Registered Veterinary Nurse -- same as a CVT
MAVT correct answers Minnesota Association of Veterinary Technicians -- works to support
and promote credentiality of vet techs in Minnesota
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