,AAVSB VTNE Pain Management & Analgesia Exam
Q&A | 2025 Edition | 190+ Verified Questions and
Answers | Veterinary Technician Study Guide |
Anesthesia, Monitoring, Post-Op Care, CRIs, Opioids,
NSAIDs.
What statement about soda lime is the LEAST accurate ?
It should be changed once a month .
During orthopedic surgery , what is the recommended reversal agent when administering IV
medetomidine for anesthesia and pain management ?
Atipamezole
What is the estimated oxygen volume found in an E cylinder ?
700 L.
What should be done when distinguishing pain from dysphoria ?
Speaking in low tones and interaction with the animal makes the patient feel better but behaviours
resume when interaction stops .
What potential side effects might arise with the prolonged use of NSAIDS ?
Decreased mucus production - > ulcers .
When inflating the cuff on an endotracheal tube , consider switching to a larger diameter tube if the
inflation necessitates injecting more than a volume of air exceeding what amount ?
5 ml .
Every inhalant anesthetic apparatus should be equipped with ,
An anesthetic waste gas scavenging system .
The client has been following the previous owners ' advice and administering NSAIDS to his new dog .
When instructing the dog to lie down , the client observes a peculiar posture - the dog frequently
assumes a position resembling a prayer , with the head resting on forelegs and the rear end elevated .
What would be the MOST suitable course of action in this situation ?
Dog may have abdominal pain .
When overseeing the vital signs of a patient under anesthesia , it is crucial to observe and document
all of the listed parameters , except for
Reflexes
, Halothane concentrations ranging from 1 % to 2 % may lead to various effects , but one outcome that
is NOT expected is
Increased cardiac output
When ketamine is used as an anesthetic agent , the reliability of assessing anesthetic depth based on
which measure is diminished ?
Eye position .
How long should the owner be advised to give Rimadyl ( carprofen ) to a 6- month - old Golden
Retriever puppy for postoperative pain relief following an ovariohysterectomy ?
3 to 4 days .
For a Siamese cat , it is advisable to extract the endotracheal tube
As soon as the animal begins to swallow and cough .
During which stage of anesthesia might vocalization , struggling , and breath holding occur ?
Stage II .
What is an inappropriate justification for utilizing a preanesthetic ?
Increases vagal activity .
How often should pain assessments be performed during hospitalization ?
Every 4-6 hours .
The MOST effective way to assess the correct inflation of an endotracheal tube cuff is
Inject air while applying pressure from the reservoir bag until no air escapes around the tube .
What sign suggests that pain has a hemostatic impact ?
Hypercoagulability .
When dogs of non - brachycephalic breeds are in the recovery phase after anesthesia , it is
appropriate to remove the endotracheal tube once the
Swallowing reflex returns .
The administration of lidocaine through caudal epidural in dogs is
An excellent caudal analgesic .
Under normal dosages , what impact does atropine exert on heart rate ?
Prevents a decrease
The responsibility for providing excellent nursing care to the recovering anesthetized patient falls on
the attending anesthetist . What should NOT be recommended for a patient right after surgery ?
Q&A | 2025 Edition | 190+ Verified Questions and
Answers | Veterinary Technician Study Guide |
Anesthesia, Monitoring, Post-Op Care, CRIs, Opioids,
NSAIDs.
What statement about soda lime is the LEAST accurate ?
It should be changed once a month .
During orthopedic surgery , what is the recommended reversal agent when administering IV
medetomidine for anesthesia and pain management ?
Atipamezole
What is the estimated oxygen volume found in an E cylinder ?
700 L.
What should be done when distinguishing pain from dysphoria ?
Speaking in low tones and interaction with the animal makes the patient feel better but behaviours
resume when interaction stops .
What potential side effects might arise with the prolonged use of NSAIDS ?
Decreased mucus production - > ulcers .
When inflating the cuff on an endotracheal tube , consider switching to a larger diameter tube if the
inflation necessitates injecting more than a volume of air exceeding what amount ?
5 ml .
Every inhalant anesthetic apparatus should be equipped with ,
An anesthetic waste gas scavenging system .
The client has been following the previous owners ' advice and administering NSAIDS to his new dog .
When instructing the dog to lie down , the client observes a peculiar posture - the dog frequently
assumes a position resembling a prayer , with the head resting on forelegs and the rear end elevated .
What would be the MOST suitable course of action in this situation ?
Dog may have abdominal pain .
When overseeing the vital signs of a patient under anesthesia , it is crucial to observe and document
all of the listed parameters , except for
Reflexes
, Halothane concentrations ranging from 1 % to 2 % may lead to various effects , but one outcome that
is NOT expected is
Increased cardiac output
When ketamine is used as an anesthetic agent , the reliability of assessing anesthetic depth based on
which measure is diminished ?
Eye position .
How long should the owner be advised to give Rimadyl ( carprofen ) to a 6- month - old Golden
Retriever puppy for postoperative pain relief following an ovariohysterectomy ?
3 to 4 days .
For a Siamese cat , it is advisable to extract the endotracheal tube
As soon as the animal begins to swallow and cough .
During which stage of anesthesia might vocalization , struggling , and breath holding occur ?
Stage II .
What is an inappropriate justification for utilizing a preanesthetic ?
Increases vagal activity .
How often should pain assessments be performed during hospitalization ?
Every 4-6 hours .
The MOST effective way to assess the correct inflation of an endotracheal tube cuff is
Inject air while applying pressure from the reservoir bag until no air escapes around the tube .
What sign suggests that pain has a hemostatic impact ?
Hypercoagulability .
When dogs of non - brachycephalic breeds are in the recovery phase after anesthesia , it is
appropriate to remove the endotracheal tube once the
Swallowing reflex returns .
The administration of lidocaine through caudal epidural in dogs is
An excellent caudal analgesic .
Under normal dosages , what impact does atropine exert on heart rate ?
Prevents a decrease
The responsibility for providing excellent nursing care to the recovering anesthetized patient falls on
the attending anesthetist . What should NOT be recommended for a patient right after surgery ?
