Intro

Question 1

Accredits programs for vets/techs.

Answer 1

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Question 2

Define the terminology/educational/licensing requirements for vets/techs.

Answer 2

Veterinary Practice Acts

Question 3

Oversees the national licensing exams.

Answer 3

The International Council for Veterinary Assessment
(formerly the National Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners)

Question 4

An AVMA committee that accredits veterinary technology programs.

Answer 4

The Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA)

Question 5

An individual who has graduated from a 2-year AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technology program;
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) or Associate in Science (AS) degree.

Answer 5

Veterinary Technician

Question 6

An individual who has graduated from a 4-year AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technology program;
Bachelor in Applied Science (BAS) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree.

Answer 6

Veterinary Technologist

Question 7

Individuals who provide animal care but require less training and fewer skills than vet techs.

Answer 7

Veterinary Assistant

Question 8

Enforces Controlled Substances Act (controls manufacture, purchase, and distribution of certain medications).

Answer 8

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

Question 9

Protecting workers from workplace hazards.

Answer 9

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Question 10

Center of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is a ______ branch that monitors the animal health industry (The Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act).

Answer 10

Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Question 11

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) enforces the Animal Welfare Act (ensures lab animals (research facilities, zoos, educational institutions) receive the best possible care).
The Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) is responsible for meat/poultry products.
Vets are required to obtain/maintain ______ accreditation to legally write health certifications for animals traveling across state/international boarders.

Answer 11

US Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Question 12

USDA branch responsible for meat and poultry products (Safe and correctly labeled).

Answer 12

The Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS)

Question 13

USDA branch that enforces the Animal Welfare Act (which ensures lab animals (Research facilities, zoos, educational institutions, breeders) receive the best care possible).

Answer 13

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS)

Question 14

Enforces regulations that aim to reduce environmental pesticide contamination.

Answer 14

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Question 15

Founded the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) in 1866 which was the first animal welfare organization in the US.

Answer 15

Henry Bergh

Question 16

Employed by biomedical research companies and educational institutions.
Responsible for overseeing daily care/feeding/comfort, ensure proper environmental conditions are maintained (check animals daily and notify researcher abnormal conditions that affect the animals), and collect blood samples, take x-rays, assist in surgery, etc. while being supervised by a vet.

Answer 16

Laboratory Animal Technicians (LAT)

Question 17

Helps the LAT care for research facility animals (help keep the animals and their environment clean and comfortable).

Answer 17

Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT)

Question 18

Responsible for feeding the animals and keeping them well socialized, check animals daily for signs for illness, and instruct new pet owners on proper pet care.

Answer 18

Animal Care Attendant
Pet Shop Attendant

Question 19

Professional that usually has a background in animal behavior.

Answer 19

Dog Trainer

Question 20

Care for animal while owner is away, check pet for signs of illness that may require veterinary attention.
Work most closely with pet owners.

Answer 20

Pet Sitter

Question 21

Employed by state or county.
Responsible for stray animal control and enforcement of license/leash law.
Investigate charges of animal abuse and cruelty.

Answer 21

Animal Control Officer (ACO)

Question 22

Care for stray/abandoned animals at shelters and human societies.

Answer 22

Animal Shelter Aids

Question 23

Daily feeding and observation of captive wild animals.
Responsible for cleaning enclosures.
Develop and present educational programs for the public.

Answer 23

Zookeepers (Zoo Animal Caretakers)

Question 24

Care for injured and orphaned wild animals with the goal to return the animal to its natural environment (or find an alternative for long-term care if release is not possible).

Answer 24

Wildlife Rehabilitators

Question 25

Represents the interests of vet techs in the US and Canada.

Answer 25

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA)

Question 26

Official ethical code for veterinarians.

Answer 26

The Principles of Veterinary Ethics