Texas Veterinary Board Exam 2025
Complete Verified Q&A for Exam Mastery
Comprehensive Preparation for the TBVME LVT Examination
May 2025
Introduction
This study guide offers a comprehensive collection of simulated official-style practice questions
with verified answers and step-by-step explanations for Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
candidates preparing for the 2025 Texas Veterinary Board Exam, administered by the Texas
Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (TBVME). It includes 60 high-yield practice ques-
tions covering Texas-specific regulations, supervision levels, pharmacology, surgical nursing,
and emergency care. Each question provides a model answer, a concise rationale, and a step-
by-step explanation to ensure mastery of the 170-question, 3-hour exam (85% passing score
on the State Board Exam). Aligned with the Texas Veterinary Licensing Act and TBVME
rules, this resource is tailored for Stuvia users seeking exam success. Note: Actual 2025 exam
questions are proprietary and not publicly available; these questions are crafted to reflect the
exam’s scope and rigor.web:2,3
Practice Questions and Answers
Regulatory Questions
1. What supervision level is required for an LVT to collect a urine sample via cystocentesis in
Texas? Answer: Direct supervision. web:1 Rationale: Cystocentesis is invasive, requiring
a veterinarian on-site per §801.002. web:1,3 Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Identify task: Cystocentesis involves needle insertion into the bladder.
(b) Refer to TBVME (§801.002): Direct supervision (veterinarian in building) is needed
for invasive procedures.
(c) Confirm scope: LVTs are trained but need oversight due to risks like organ puncture.
(d) Conclusion: Direct supervision is required.
2. Which task can an LVT perform under immediate supervision? (A) Diagnose a heart con-
dition, (B) Suture a laceration, (C) Prescribe antibiotics, (D) Perform a dental extraction.
web: Answer: (B) Suture a laceration. web:1 Rationale: Suturing requires a veterinarian
within eyesight; diagnosing, prescribing, and extractions are veterinary-exclusive. web:1,3
Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) List options: (A) Diagnose, (B) Suture, (C) Prescribe, (D) Extraction.
(b) Check TBVME (§801.402): LVTs cannot diagnose, prescribe, or extract teeth.
(c) Evaluate suturing: Requires immediate supervision (veterinarian in eyesight) per
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, §801.002.
(d) Eliminate incorrect options: (A), (C), (D) are outside LVT scope.
(e) Conclusion: (B) is correct.
3. What is the annual renewal requirement for LVTs in Texas? Answer: 10 CE hours, renewal
application, fees by birth month’s end. web:3 Rationale: Ensures ongoing competency and
compliance. web:3 Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Identify renewal: LVT licenses renew annually.
(b) Check TBVME (§573.65): Requires 10 CE hours, application, fees.
(c) Confirm deadline: Last day of birth month.
(d) Conclusion: All components are mandatory.
4. How long must vaccination records be retained under Texas law? Answer: 3 years; rabies
records for 5 years. web:3 Rationale: Supports care continuity and public health. web:3
Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Identify records: Vaccination records, including rabies.
(b) Refer to TBVME (§573.52): General records require 3 years; rabies, 5 years due to
zoonotic risks.
(c) Confirm compliance: Applies to all practices.
(d) Conclusion: 3 years for general, 5 for rabies.
5. Can an LVT perform orthopedic surgery without veterinary supervision? Answer: No,
restricted to veterinarians. web:1 Rationale: Surgery is outside LVT scope per §801.402.
web:1,3 Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Define task: Orthopedic surgery involves invasive procedures.
(b) Check TBVME (§801.402): LVTs cannot perform surgery.
(c) Evaluate supervision: Surgery is veterinary-exclusive, regardless of supervision.
(d) Conclusion: LVTs cannot perform orthopedic surgery.
6. What verifies eligibility for the Texas SBE for LVTs? Answer: Final transcript from an
AVMA/CVMA-accredited program. web:3 Rationale: Confirms completion of required
education. web:3 Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Identify eligibility: Requirements for SBE.
(b) Check TBVME (§573.10): Requires accredited program transcript.
(c) Confirm process: Submit via Self-Service Licensing Portal.
(d) Conclusion: Transcript is key documentation.
7. What are the penalties for practicing without an LVT license in Texas? Answer: Fines,
disciplinary action, or state jail felony. web:3 Rationale: Protects animal welfare by
enforcing licensure. web:3 Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Define issue: Unlicensed LVT practice.
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Complete Verified Q&A for Exam Mastery
Comprehensive Preparation for the TBVME LVT Examination
May 2025
Introduction
This study guide offers a comprehensive collection of simulated official-style practice questions
with verified answers and step-by-step explanations for Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
candidates preparing for the 2025 Texas Veterinary Board Exam, administered by the Texas
Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (TBVME). It includes 60 high-yield practice ques-
tions covering Texas-specific regulations, supervision levels, pharmacology, surgical nursing,
and emergency care. Each question provides a model answer, a concise rationale, and a step-
by-step explanation to ensure mastery of the 170-question, 3-hour exam (85% passing score
on the State Board Exam). Aligned with the Texas Veterinary Licensing Act and TBVME
rules, this resource is tailored for Stuvia users seeking exam success. Note: Actual 2025 exam
questions are proprietary and not publicly available; these questions are crafted to reflect the
exam’s scope and rigor.web:2,3
Practice Questions and Answers
Regulatory Questions
1. What supervision level is required for an LVT to collect a urine sample via cystocentesis in
Texas? Answer: Direct supervision. web:1 Rationale: Cystocentesis is invasive, requiring
a veterinarian on-site per §801.002. web:1,3 Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Identify task: Cystocentesis involves needle insertion into the bladder.
(b) Refer to TBVME (§801.002): Direct supervision (veterinarian in building) is needed
for invasive procedures.
(c) Confirm scope: LVTs are trained but need oversight due to risks like organ puncture.
(d) Conclusion: Direct supervision is required.
2. Which task can an LVT perform under immediate supervision? (A) Diagnose a heart con-
dition, (B) Suture a laceration, (C) Prescribe antibiotics, (D) Perform a dental extraction.
web: Answer: (B) Suture a laceration. web:1 Rationale: Suturing requires a veterinarian
within eyesight; diagnosing, prescribing, and extractions are veterinary-exclusive. web:1,3
Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) List options: (A) Diagnose, (B) Suture, (C) Prescribe, (D) Extraction.
(b) Check TBVME (§801.402): LVTs cannot diagnose, prescribe, or extract teeth.
(c) Evaluate suturing: Requires immediate supervision (veterinarian in eyesight) per
1
, §801.002.
(d) Eliminate incorrect options: (A), (C), (D) are outside LVT scope.
(e) Conclusion: (B) is correct.
3. What is the annual renewal requirement for LVTs in Texas? Answer: 10 CE hours, renewal
application, fees by birth month’s end. web:3 Rationale: Ensures ongoing competency and
compliance. web:3 Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Identify renewal: LVT licenses renew annually.
(b) Check TBVME (§573.65): Requires 10 CE hours, application, fees.
(c) Confirm deadline: Last day of birth month.
(d) Conclusion: All components are mandatory.
4. How long must vaccination records be retained under Texas law? Answer: 3 years; rabies
records for 5 years. web:3 Rationale: Supports care continuity and public health. web:3
Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Identify records: Vaccination records, including rabies.
(b) Refer to TBVME (§573.52): General records require 3 years; rabies, 5 years due to
zoonotic risks.
(c) Confirm compliance: Applies to all practices.
(d) Conclusion: 3 years for general, 5 for rabies.
5. Can an LVT perform orthopedic surgery without veterinary supervision? Answer: No,
restricted to veterinarians. web:1 Rationale: Surgery is outside LVT scope per §801.402.
web:1,3 Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Define task: Orthopedic surgery involves invasive procedures.
(b) Check TBVME (§801.402): LVTs cannot perform surgery.
(c) Evaluate supervision: Surgery is veterinary-exclusive, regardless of supervision.
(d) Conclusion: LVTs cannot perform orthopedic surgery.
6. What verifies eligibility for the Texas SBE for LVTs? Answer: Final transcript from an
AVMA/CVMA-accredited program. web:3 Rationale: Confirms completion of required
education. web:3 Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Identify eligibility: Requirements for SBE.
(b) Check TBVME (§573.10): Requires accredited program transcript.
(c) Confirm process: Submit via Self-Service Licensing Portal.
(d) Conclusion: Transcript is key documentation.
7. What are the penalties for practicing without an LVT license in Texas? Answer: Fines,
disciplinary action, or state jail felony. web:3 Rationale: Protects animal welfare by
enforcing licensure. web:3 Step-by-Step Explanation:
(a) Define issue: Unlicensed LVT practice.
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