VTNE HESI vet tech prep questions and answers with solutions 2025

Which item is used in conjunction with an inhalant or injectable anesthesia? a. IV fluids b. ET tube c. U cath d. IVC - ANSWER B. ET tube because for every patient recieving anesthetic agents, whether injected or inhaled, an ET tube is placed to maintain an open airway, prevent aspiration, and allow administration of oxygen Prolonged corticosteroid therapy in dogs is known to cause an increase in serum levels of which enzyme? a. alkaline phosphatase b. lipase c. amylase d. creatinine kinase - ANSWER a. alkaline phosphatase Corticosteroid therapy is known to cause an increase in alkaline phosphatase activity, which is an indication of liver damage. Amylase and lipase are pancreatic enzymes, which are not directed associated with liver toxicity. Creatinine phosphokinase is used as a marker for muscles damage rather than liver damage Which dosage of carprofen is approved for a cat having surgical pain? a. 0.05 to 0.10 mg/kg IM b. 0.2 mg/kg IM c. 0.1 to 0.3 mg/kg IM d. 4 mg/kg IM - ANSWER d. 4 mg/kg IM The only approved dose for cats is 4 mg/kg as a one time injection for surgical pain. A 6 year old MC DSH is admitted to the hospital for treatment of a transverse fracture to the radius and ulna caused by a fall from a second story window. Which bandage should the veterinary technician apply until surgical repair is performed? a. modified robert jones b. robert jones c. velpeau d. ehmer - ANSWER b. Robert jones This bandage is used for temporary stabilization of fractures distal to the elbow and stifle until surgery can be performed. The MRJ is used for swelling and provides minimal support for fractured limbs. Which common inhalant anesthetic agent is irritating to mucous membranes and causes patients to hold their breath? a. nitrous oxide b. halothane c. sevoflurane d. isoflurane - ANSWER d. isoflurane Which chemical is added to skin and hair samples to dissolve debris when checking for fungal elements or microscopic mites? a. physiologic saline b. potassium hydroxide c. distilled water d. hydrogen peroxide - ANSWER b. potassi