Veterinary Technician Texas State Board Exam Study Guide
Newest 2026 Questions and Correct Detailed Answers
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List 4 examples of alternative therapies as defined in Chapter 573 of the Texas
Administrative Code. - CORRECT ANSWER-Holistic Medicine ie. Chinese herbs
Acupuncture
Chiropractic medicine
Homeopathic
List 5requirements that must be met in order for a Veterinarian-Client-Patient
relationship or VCPR to exist. - CORRECT ANSWER-Vet assumes responsibility
for medical judgement.
Knowledge of pet's medical history, signalment ie. Physical Exam.
Vet available to follow-up medical care
Oversight of treatments
Maintains records
True or False
Breaking a law of the State of Texas, other states, or United States may result in
loss of your Veterinary Technician License. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
,Define general supervision. - CORRECT ANSWER-Doctor is not at your location
but can be reached via phone, email, etc.
Define direct supervision. - CORRECT ANSWER-Doctor is in the building
Define immediate supervision. - CORRECT ANSWER-Doctor is within eye sight
of you.
List 5 different health care services that a non-veterinarian cannot perform. -
CORRECT ANSWER-Extract teeth using an elevator
Perform surgery
Diagnose
Prescribe
Prognoses
List 3 examples non-licensed veterinary positions/job titles in the state of Texas. -
CORRECT ANSWER-Kennel Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
Groomer
,True or False
A veterinarian may delegate veterinary care and treatment duties to a non-
licensed individuals including a licensed equine dental provider or a chiropractor. -
CORRECT ANSWER-True
True or False
A veterinarian does not need to take into account licensing or the level of training
when determining the level of supervision necessary for non-veterinarian
employees. - CORRECT ANSWER-False
True or False
A veterinarian may be disciplined by the Board if they improperly delegate care or
treatment duties or if they do not properly supervise the non-veterinarian who is
performing the duties. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
True or False
Ultimately, it is up to the veterinarian to determine when general, direct, or
immediate supervision of a non-veterinarian's actions is appropriate except when
the actions are otherwise prohibited by law. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
True or False
, Under direct supervision, a LVT may close surgical skin incision ans skin
lacerations. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
True or False
Under the general supervision of a veterinarian, a LVT may induce anesthesia. -
CORRECT ANSWER-False
True or False
Under direct supervision of a veterinarian, a certified veterinary assistant may
induce anesthesia or suture existing surgical skin incisions. - CORRECT
ANSWER-False
True or False
A certified veterinary assistant may extract loose teeth or dental fragments by
hand and without the use of an elevator under immediate supervision of a
veterinarian. - CORRECT ANSWER-False
True or False
Under the immediate supervision of an LVT, an unlicensed employee may induce
anesthesia and suture surgical incision or skin lacerations. - CORRECT
ANSWER-True
Newest 2026 Questions and Correct Detailed Answers
Already Graded A+
List 4 examples of alternative therapies as defined in Chapter 573 of the Texas
Administrative Code. - CORRECT ANSWER-Holistic Medicine ie. Chinese herbs
Acupuncture
Chiropractic medicine
Homeopathic
List 5requirements that must be met in order for a Veterinarian-Client-Patient
relationship or VCPR to exist. - CORRECT ANSWER-Vet assumes responsibility
for medical judgement.
Knowledge of pet's medical history, signalment ie. Physical Exam.
Vet available to follow-up medical care
Oversight of treatments
Maintains records
True or False
Breaking a law of the State of Texas, other states, or United States may result in
loss of your Veterinary Technician License. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
,Define general supervision. - CORRECT ANSWER-Doctor is not at your location
but can be reached via phone, email, etc.
Define direct supervision. - CORRECT ANSWER-Doctor is in the building
Define immediate supervision. - CORRECT ANSWER-Doctor is within eye sight
of you.
List 5 different health care services that a non-veterinarian cannot perform. -
CORRECT ANSWER-Extract teeth using an elevator
Perform surgery
Diagnose
Prescribe
Prognoses
List 3 examples non-licensed veterinary positions/job titles in the state of Texas. -
CORRECT ANSWER-Kennel Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
Groomer
,True or False
A veterinarian may delegate veterinary care and treatment duties to a non-
licensed individuals including a licensed equine dental provider or a chiropractor. -
CORRECT ANSWER-True
True or False
A veterinarian does not need to take into account licensing or the level of training
when determining the level of supervision necessary for non-veterinarian
employees. - CORRECT ANSWER-False
True or False
A veterinarian may be disciplined by the Board if they improperly delegate care or
treatment duties or if they do not properly supervise the non-veterinarian who is
performing the duties. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
True or False
Ultimately, it is up to the veterinarian to determine when general, direct, or
immediate supervision of a non-veterinarian's actions is appropriate except when
the actions are otherwise prohibited by law. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
True or False
, Under direct supervision, a LVT may close surgical skin incision ans skin
lacerations. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
True or False
Under the general supervision of a veterinarian, a LVT may induce anesthesia. -
CORRECT ANSWER-False
True or False
Under direct supervision of a veterinarian, a certified veterinary assistant may
induce anesthesia or suture existing surgical skin incisions. - CORRECT
ANSWER-False
True or False
A certified veterinary assistant may extract loose teeth or dental fragments by
hand and without the use of an elevator under immediate supervision of a
veterinarian. - CORRECT ANSWER-False
True or False
Under the immediate supervision of an LVT, an unlicensed employee may induce
anesthesia and suture surgical incision or skin lacerations. - CORRECT
ANSWER-True
