Vet Assisting Obj. 4.02 - Lab Records

When Kim, veterinary assistant, records color and consistency along with the types of eggs observed under magnification, she is most likely performing a:

• Gram stain.

• necropsy.

• culture and sensitivity.

• fecal float.

The member of the veterinary staff that is responsible for interpreting the lab results is the:

• veterinarian.

• veterinary technician.

• kennel worker.

• veterinary assistant.

After laboratory results are read, the information should be entered:

• in the kennel notebook.

• in the patient's file.

• in the radiology file.

• in the surgery notes.

Which is most true about recording laboratory results?

• Only recorded if the veterinarian requests them

• Recorded in the blood chemistry machine

• Must be recorded in a separate computer file

• Must be recorded in the patient's medical record

Laboratory log books should be kept in:

• a file cabinet in the storage room.

• the kennel.

• a three-ring binder.

• the surgical suite.

Which member of the veterinary staff is typically responsible for recording information in medical records?

• Veterinary assistant

• Veterinarian

• Office manager

• Veterinary technician

Which laboratory procedure observes color change and growth during the 4–6 week test period?

• Gram stain

• Necropsy

• Culture and sensitivity

• Fecal float

The ultimate responsibility of laboratory results rests on the:

• veterinary assistant.

• veterinary technician.

• kennel worker.

• veterinarian.