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History, Asepsis, Sanitation Flashcards

1
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When did the field of Veterinary Technician’s begin?

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In the 1960s

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What does NAVTA stand for

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National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America

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Veterinary Technology

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The science and art of providing professional support to veterinarians

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Veterinary Technician

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A graduate of an AVMA-accredited program in veterinary technology
*Work under a licensed veterinary practitioner (DVM or VMD).
Associates Degree

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Veterinary Technologist

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Graduate of a 4- year AVMA CVTEA accredited program who holds a baccalaureate degree from veterinary technician study, or a graduate veterinary technician with a B.S. degree in another program with studies in supervision, leadership, management, or a scientific area.

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Veterinary Assistant

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Person with less education and training than a vet tech. Comparative to a nurses’ aid. Most are trained on the job, or attend a short-term training. More appropriately called technician assistants.

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Veterinarian

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Doctor of veterinary medicine. Graduate of a 4-yr. AVMA accredited program.
-Must be licensed in the state he/she is practicing in. -DVM or VMD (What is the difference?)

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In order who is on the Veterinarian team?

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Veterinarian, Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Technologists, support staff like; managers, receptionists, technician assistants, and care takers

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AVMA

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American Veterinary Medical Association - The collective voice for the veterinary profession. Has a committee that accredits vet tech programs in the US and Canada (CVTEA)

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CVTEA

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Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities

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When did NAVTA begin?

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1981

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AVTE

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The Association of Veterinary Technician Educators - Offers CE (continuing education), career links, and recommended review materials for the VTNE!

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VTNE

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Veterinary Technician National Exam

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AAHA

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The American Animal Hospital Association - Accredits 14% of
hospitals. Very high standards of excellence.

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AAVSB

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The American Association of Veterinary State Boards - Owns the VTNE

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PVMA

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Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association

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PVTA

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Pennsylvania Veterinary Technician Association – Disbanded in 2013 due to minimal VT support

18
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How many hours in how many years does a Veterinary Technician need to complete with CE or continued education

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16 hours every two years

19
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Sanitation

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The process of keeping an area clean and neat

20
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Cleaning

A

The process of physically removing all visible signs of dirt
and organic matter

21
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Disinfecting

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The process of destroying most microorganisms on
nonliving things by physical or chemical means

22
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Sterilizing

A

The process of destroying all living organisms on an
object by chemicals and/or extreme heat or cold under pressure.

23
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Asepsis

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A condition of being free from infection. The most
important principle in a veterinary facility (especially the surgical
suite)!

24
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Dilution

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To lessen in strength by adding another component, such
as water.

25
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Filtration

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A method of sanitation that removes particles from the
air using a physical barrier.

26
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Antiseptic

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Solution that destroys microorganisms or inhibit their
growth on living tissue and are effective disinfecting agents.

27
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Nosocomial Infection

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When a human causes the spread of disease and contamination of an animal.

28
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What is Cold Sterilization

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The process of soaking items in a disinfectant chemical until they are cleaned for reuse.

29
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Common Cold Tray Solutions

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  1. Chlorhexidine Solution
  2. Nolvasan Solution
  3. Cetylcide-G
  4. Pink Germicide (requires the least contact time)
30
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What is an Autoclave

A

A sealed chamber in which objects are exposed to heat and steam under pressure.
• EXTREMELY HOT!

31
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True or false: An Autoclave kills all living organisms.

A

True

32
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What are the 4 main items that an Autoclave is used to sterilize?

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Surgical Instruments
• Surgical Gowns
• Gauze
• Drape Packs

33
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The use of ultraviolet or gamma rays that radiate and kill living organisms

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Radiation

34
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Passing high- frequency sound waves through a solution to create a vibration that scrubs an object to remove debris

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Ultrasound

35
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IOP

A

Intraocular pressure

36
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OU

A

Both eyes

37
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OS

A

Left eye

38
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OD

A

Right eye

39
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AU

A

Both ears

40
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AS

A

Left ear

41
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AD

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Right ear

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