Week 1 Study Guide Chapter 1

Question 1

When was the profession of veterinary technician start

Answer 1

In the 1960’s

Question 2

What was the original title given to vet techs?

Answer 2

Animal health technician

Question 3

What are the 8 areas of responsibility of a vet tech?

Answer 3

1.reception area
2.exam room/outpatients
3.laboratory/ pharmacy
4.radiology/imaging
5.treatment room
6.operating room
7.wards
8.hospital management & communications

Question 4

What is a veterinary technician specialist? VTS

Answer 4

Credited VT that has additional training and passed advance test

Question 5

What is a veterinary technologist?

Answer 5

A VT with a bachelors degree - credentialed RVT, LVT, CVT

Question 6

What is a veterinary technician?

Answer 6

A trained individual, credentialed with RVT, LVT, CVT with associate degree in vet tech

Question 7

What is a Vet assistant?

Answer 7

May or may not have training usually on the job training. Can have certificates but not credited

Question 8

What is the difference between a Licensed, certified and registered ?

Answer 8

It is different credentials, depends on the state practice act. Graduates of AVMA accredited program, passed VTNE, state requirements

Question 9

What is a DVM? What are the 4 things that only DVM can do?

Answer 9

Doctor Veterinary Medicine
1. diagnosed disease
2.perform surgery
3. Prescribe medication
4. Prognose

Question 10

What is NAVTA and what is its role ?

Answer 10

National Association of Veterinary Technician in America
1. Code of ethics
2. Promote profession
3.provide direction, education and support