PENN FOSTER: ORIENTATION TO VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
____ Is a typical benefit of a job in veterinary medicine.
The chance to make a difference in the lives of animals
The first veterinary college was founded in ____, in the year ____
Lyon, France
1761
Euthanasia
The act of killing hopelessly sick or injured animals in a painless way
Veterinary Practice Act
A set of laws written by state legislators, that govern veterinary medicine in a particular
state.
Veterinary Medical Board
A group of veterinarians appointed by the governor to oversee a states veterinary
medicine
(CVTEA)
Commitee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities
An AVMA commitee that accredits veterinary technology programs
Controlled Substances Act
A federal law that controls the manufacture, purchase, and distribution of certain
medications
(OSHA)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
A division of the U.S. department of labor; enforces laws protecting workers from
workplace hazards
(FDA)
Food and Drug Administration
, An agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that was created to
ensure safe and effective food, drugs, and medical devices
(CVM)
Center for Veterinary Medicine
The FDA branch that monitors the animal health industry, administering the sections of
the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act that pertains to animals
Animal Welfare Act
A group of federal laws designed to ensure that laboratory animals receive the best
possible care
(DEA)
Drug Enforcement Administration
A division of the U.S. Department of Justice, is a federal law enforcement agency. The
DEA is charged with enforcing the Controlled Substances Act
Oversees the national licensing exams for veterinarians and licensed or
registered veterinary technicians
The International Council for Veterinary Assessment (Formerly known as The National
Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners)
The Controlled Substances Act requirements are:
•Veterinarians must obtain a license to purchase, use, or dispense controlled
substances
•Controlled substances must be kept in a double locked area
•Any controlled substance used or dispensed must be logged
•Written records must be kept for 5 years
•Inventory must be taken every 2 years
OSHA's requirements are:
•Display job safety and health protection posters
•Record occupational injuries and illnesses
•Display warning and identification signs
•Provide written plans for job safety and health
•Train employees in proper procedures
•Provide protective equipment for employees
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
____ Is a typical benefit of a job in veterinary medicine.
The chance to make a difference in the lives of animals
The first veterinary college was founded in ____, in the year ____
Lyon, France
1761
Euthanasia
The act of killing hopelessly sick or injured animals in a painless way
Veterinary Practice Act
A set of laws written by state legislators, that govern veterinary medicine in a particular
state.
Veterinary Medical Board
A group of veterinarians appointed by the governor to oversee a states veterinary
medicine
(CVTEA)
Commitee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities
An AVMA commitee that accredits veterinary technology programs
Controlled Substances Act
A federal law that controls the manufacture, purchase, and distribution of certain
medications
(OSHA)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
A division of the U.S. department of labor; enforces laws protecting workers from
workplace hazards
(FDA)
Food and Drug Administration
, An agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that was created to
ensure safe and effective food, drugs, and medical devices
(CVM)
Center for Veterinary Medicine
The FDA branch that monitors the animal health industry, administering the sections of
the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act that pertains to animals
Animal Welfare Act
A group of federal laws designed to ensure that laboratory animals receive the best
possible care
(DEA)
Drug Enforcement Administration
A division of the U.S. Department of Justice, is a federal law enforcement agency. The
DEA is charged with enforcing the Controlled Substances Act
Oversees the national licensing exams for veterinarians and licensed or
registered veterinary technicians
The International Council for Veterinary Assessment (Formerly known as The National
Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners)
The Controlled Substances Act requirements are:
•Veterinarians must obtain a license to purchase, use, or dispense controlled
substances
•Controlled substances must be kept in a double locked area
•Any controlled substance used or dispensed must be logged
•Written records must be kept for 5 years
•Inventory must be taken every 2 years
OSHA's requirements are:
•Display job safety and health protection posters
•Record occupational injuries and illnesses
•Display warning and identification signs
•Provide written plans for job safety and health
•Train employees in proper procedures
•Provide protective equipment for employees
