Intro to Vet Tech 1010 Exam 1 Questions with Correct Answers.
In the beginning, Veterinarians did most procedures by themselves, and if help was
needed, they had a "layperson" come along to assist them, and perform office work. -
Correct Answer Before Accreditation
Veterinary Technology profession started to come together about the early 1960's with the
first University-level training for "Animal Health Technicians". - Correct Answer Before
Accreditation
1989 AVMA approved the term "Veterinary Technician" - Correct Answer Before
Accreditation
Vet Tech Colleges (per AVMA)
Total number of programs:
stats as of 8/10/15 - Correct Answer 231
Vet Tech Colleges (per AVMA)
Number offering 4yr. Degree:
stats as of 8/10/15 - Correct Answer 23
Vet Tech Colleges (per AVMA)
Number offering distance learning:
stats as of 8/10/15 - Correct Answer 9
The following states do not have AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology programs: -
Correct Answer Alaska, District of Columbia, Montana
The following stated do not credential Vet Techs in any way: - Correct Answer Hawaii, Utah
In these states Vet Techs may be credentialed through their own Vet Tech Association or
Veterinary Medical Association but are not regulated by the state: - Correct Answer
Montana, Vermont, Wyoming, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Massachusetts,
Connecticut,
Florida
,Sets minimum standards of QUALITY education for the profession. - Correct Answer
Reason for Qualification?
Gives recognition and increases the value of those who have graduated from accredited
schools. - Correct Answer Reason for Qualification?
Requires all accredited schools to maintain a like standard of education in order to attain
and retain accreditation. - Correct Answer Reason for Qualification?
LIABILITY - Correct Answer Why take the National Board Exam?
HIgher Income - Correct Answer Why take the National Board Exam?
It is expected of you by your employer - Correct Answer Why take the National Board
Exam?
Proves (via testing board) you can complete a rigorous profession-related test which
covers a broad base with intricate detail and facts... - Correct Answer Why take the
National Board Exam?
Shows you are eligible to work in PRACTICE! - Correct Answer Why take the National
Board Exam?
Further, gives you recognition and increases the value of those who have passed such a
nationally acknowledged & appreciated examination. - Correct Answer Why take the
National Board Exam?
A title for those who are involved with animal care without any formal educational training. -
Correct Answer Veterinary Assistant
The Veterinary Assistant may have training through a high school, college certificate
program, or through a distance learning program over the Internet. - Correct Answer
Certified Veterinary Assistant
(Nurse-Europe and Australia) - Graduate of a 2-3 yr. AVMA-accredited Veterinary
Technology program (A.A.S.) - Correct Answer Veterinary Technician
, Graduate of a 4 yr. AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program (B.S.) - Correct
Answer Veterinary Technologist
A graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program and is also "legally
credentialed as a Licensed/Certified/Registered Veterinary
Technologist to practice in his/her field. Also, completes and passes all the requirements of
training, education, and experience for "specialty" recognition and is reviewed and
approved for
status by the specialty academy - Correct Answer Veterinary Technician Specialist
Graduate with a 4-yr. undergraduate degree and a Doctorate of Veterinary
Medicine (DVM, 4-yr degree) from a veterinary school recognized by the American
Veterinary
Medical Association (AVMA). (VMD = Graduate of University of Pennsylvania - Correct
Answer Veterinarian
The current terminology recognized by decree of both NAVTA and AVMA is "Veterinary
Technician" - Correct Answer Credentials
Whether you are an LVMT, LVT, RVT, or CVT the term used is mandated by the
Technician's state of residence or governing association. - Correct Answer Credentials
Graduate of an AMVA-accredited program - Correct Answer Tennessee Licensing
Requirements
Passing score on the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) - Correct Answer
Tennessee Licensing Requirements
Biennial license renewal & biennial state fees - Correct Answer Tennessee Licensing
Requirements
"Life-long learning..." By Tennessee Law, a licensed Veterinary Technician is required to
attend 12hrs of continuing education to keep their license every year. Some of these hours
may be completed in journals or on-line programs. - Correct Answer Tennessee Licensing
Requirements
In the beginning, Veterinarians did most procedures by themselves, and if help was
needed, they had a "layperson" come along to assist them, and perform office work. -
Correct Answer Before Accreditation
Veterinary Technology profession started to come together about the early 1960's with the
first University-level training for "Animal Health Technicians". - Correct Answer Before
Accreditation
1989 AVMA approved the term "Veterinary Technician" - Correct Answer Before
Accreditation
Vet Tech Colleges (per AVMA)
Total number of programs:
stats as of 8/10/15 - Correct Answer 231
Vet Tech Colleges (per AVMA)
Number offering 4yr. Degree:
stats as of 8/10/15 - Correct Answer 23
Vet Tech Colleges (per AVMA)
Number offering distance learning:
stats as of 8/10/15 - Correct Answer 9
The following states do not have AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology programs: -
Correct Answer Alaska, District of Columbia, Montana
The following stated do not credential Vet Techs in any way: - Correct Answer Hawaii, Utah
In these states Vet Techs may be credentialed through their own Vet Tech Association or
Veterinary Medical Association but are not regulated by the state: - Correct Answer
Montana, Vermont, Wyoming, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Massachusetts,
Connecticut,
Florida
,Sets minimum standards of QUALITY education for the profession. - Correct Answer
Reason for Qualification?
Gives recognition and increases the value of those who have graduated from accredited
schools. - Correct Answer Reason for Qualification?
Requires all accredited schools to maintain a like standard of education in order to attain
and retain accreditation. - Correct Answer Reason for Qualification?
LIABILITY - Correct Answer Why take the National Board Exam?
HIgher Income - Correct Answer Why take the National Board Exam?
It is expected of you by your employer - Correct Answer Why take the National Board
Exam?
Proves (via testing board) you can complete a rigorous profession-related test which
covers a broad base with intricate detail and facts... - Correct Answer Why take the
National Board Exam?
Shows you are eligible to work in PRACTICE! - Correct Answer Why take the National
Board Exam?
Further, gives you recognition and increases the value of those who have passed such a
nationally acknowledged & appreciated examination. - Correct Answer Why take the
National Board Exam?
A title for those who are involved with animal care without any formal educational training. -
Correct Answer Veterinary Assistant
The Veterinary Assistant may have training through a high school, college certificate
program, or through a distance learning program over the Internet. - Correct Answer
Certified Veterinary Assistant
(Nurse-Europe and Australia) - Graduate of a 2-3 yr. AVMA-accredited Veterinary
Technology program (A.A.S.) - Correct Answer Veterinary Technician
, Graduate of a 4 yr. AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program (B.S.) - Correct
Answer Veterinary Technologist
A graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program and is also "legally
credentialed as a Licensed/Certified/Registered Veterinary
Technologist to practice in his/her field. Also, completes and passes all the requirements of
training, education, and experience for "specialty" recognition and is reviewed and
approved for
status by the specialty academy - Correct Answer Veterinary Technician Specialist
Graduate with a 4-yr. undergraduate degree and a Doctorate of Veterinary
Medicine (DVM, 4-yr degree) from a veterinary school recognized by the American
Veterinary
Medical Association (AVMA). (VMD = Graduate of University of Pennsylvania - Correct
Answer Veterinarian
The current terminology recognized by decree of both NAVTA and AVMA is "Veterinary
Technician" - Correct Answer Credentials
Whether you are an LVMT, LVT, RVT, or CVT the term used is mandated by the
Technician's state of residence or governing association. - Correct Answer Credentials
Graduate of an AMVA-accredited program - Correct Answer Tennessee Licensing
Requirements
Passing score on the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) - Correct Answer
Tennessee Licensing Requirements
Biennial license renewal & biennial state fees - Correct Answer Tennessee Licensing
Requirements
"Life-long learning..." By Tennessee Law, a licensed Veterinary Technician is required to
attend 12hrs of continuing education to keep their license every year. Some of these hours
may be completed in journals or on-line programs. - Correct Answer Tennessee Licensing
Requirements
