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Vet Med Question Bank

Total questions: 47

Worksheet time: 24mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Indicate the minimum amount of tablets/capsules prescribed for the following order: Rx: Ascription tablets ------ Sig: 1 tab P.O., BID x 14 days then 1 tab BID prn

a)

16 tablets

b)

20 tablets

c)

22 tablets

d)

28 tablets

2.

In preparation for her CVA test, Mary is studying systems of the body. Which of these is NOT included in the circulatory system?

a)

blood

b)

heart

c)

Blood Vessels

d)

lymphatics

3.

Grass tetany is a result of:

a)

Nitrogen overload

b)

Phosphorous deficiency

c)

Nitrogen deficiency

d)

Magnesium deficiency

4.

Mary is studying the physiology of the body systems. Which of these is a function of the circulatory system?

a)

Respiration for the body

b)

Transportation of nutrients, blood cells, gases, etc.

c)

Urination of waste products

d)

Protection of the body

5.

Which of the following hormones is the most primary hormone produced by the testes?

a)

Progesterone

b)

Oxytocin

c)

Estrogen

d)

Testosterone

6.

After autoclaving a surgical pack, you notice that the autoclave tape looks the same as it did when you placed it in the autoclave. What should you do now?

a)

Open the pack to check the instruments for sterility. If they look clean, they can be used.

b)

Just hide the pack so you do not get in trouble for it not being sterilized.

c)

Place the pack with the others ±there is no reason to be concerned about the sterility of the instruments.

d)

Place the pack to the side and do not allow it to be used because the sterility of the pack is questionable

7.

A technician is using a microscope to examine a specimen. If the eyepiece on the microscope has a power of 15x (x means times; a power of 15x magnifies an object 15 times) and the objective has a power of 100x, what is the total number of times she is magnifying the specimen? Hint: to find total magnification on a microscope, multiply the power of the eyepiece times the power of the objective.

a)

3000x

b)

2000x

c)

2500x

d)

1500x

8.

What is spermatogenesis?

a)

Process by which sperm are produced by the male.

b)

Condition in which one or both testicles remain in the body cavity.

c)

Process by which ova are produced by the female.

d)

Causes destruction of the cotyledons of the uterus.

9.

Which of these is the correct flow of blood through the heart?

a)

Left Atrium, Left Ventricle, Pulmonary Veins, Lungs, Pulmonary Arteries, Right Atrium, Right Ventricle, Aorta

b)

Right Atrium, Right Ventricle, Pulmonary Veins, Lungs, Pulmonary Arteries, Left Atrium, Left Ventricle, Aorta

c)

Left Atrium, Left Ventricle, Pulmonary Arteries, Lungs, Pulmonary Veins, Right Atrium, Right Ventricle, Aorta

d)

Right Atrium, Right Ventricle, Pulmonary Arteries, Lungs, Pulmonary Veins, Left Atrium, Left Ventricle, Aorta

10.

Jane is taking a dog's pulse. What is the name of the artery where she will do this?

a)

Facial artery

b)

Carotid Artery

c)

Femoral artery

d)

Brachiocephalic artery

11.

Which of these is the scientific name for hookworm?

a)

Ancylostoma caninum

b)

None of these

c)

Toxocara canis

d)

Dipylidium caninum

12.

A veterinary technician is counting leukocytes (white blood cells). She counts four areas on the hemocytometer counting chamber, adds the four numbers together and then multiplies by 50 to obtain the correct leukocyte count. If the counts are 23, 27, 28 and 34 what is the correct leukocyte count?

a)

5600 leukocytes

b)

5800 leukocytes

c)

5700 leukocytes

d)

5900 leukocytes

13.

A veterinary technician is developing X-rays. He follows the time chart recommended for the film he is using. What is the total time required to complete the developing process? Developing Process Time Required: - Developer 2 1/4 minutes - Rinse 3/4 minute - Fix solution 3 1/2 minutes - Final wash 19 minutes.

a)

24 1/4 minutes

b)

25 minutes

c)

25 3/4 minutes

d)

25 1/2 minutes

14.

If Sammy had noticed an increased specific gravity, it could indicate all of the following EXCEPT:

a)

chronic renal disease

b)

dehydration

c)

decreased water intake

d)

acute renal disease

15.

Which of the following is NOT a hazard that you would face while working in a veterinary clinic?

a)

Biological hazards

b)

Physical hazards

c)

Psychological hazards

d)

Chemical hazards

16.

An animal has a superficial wound. Superficial means:

a)

a wound that is on the extremities of an animal

b)

Near the surface, also called external.

c)

on an organ

d)

deep laceration

17.

What are the two factors that determine or influence an animal's disposition?

a)

housing and genetic make-up

b)

genetic make-up and environmental situation

c)

nutrition and housing

d)

environmental situation and nutrition

18.

Which of the following is NOT a warning sign that your dog or cat may be inclined to bite?

a)

Crouching with tail between legs

b)

Assuming submissive posture

c)

Snarling, with fur on the back raised

d)

Ears held back, tail wagging quickly

19.

A veterinary technician is calculating the bill for hospital care for a cat which received a kidney transplant. The bill for medical services and care was $2,685. The owners paid $1,389 when they picked up the cat. A few weeks later they paid another $497. How much do they still owe?

a)

$1500

b)

$799

c)

$899

d)

$999

20.

A veterinary technician uses 1/2 oz, 3/4 oz, and 5/8 oz of solution to perform three urinary analysis tests. How much total solution does she use?

a)

1 7/8 oz

b)

1 3/4 oz

c)

1 1/2 oz

d)

1 oz

21.

0.2 L = ________ ml

a)

2000

b)

200

c)

20

d)

2

22.

Indicate the tablets/capsules prescribed for the following order: Rx: Cephalexin capsules 250 mg ----- Sig: 2 caps P.O., STAT; then 1 cap P.O., BID x 14 days

a)

50 capsules

b)

30 capsules

c)

60 capsules

d)

40 capsules

23.

A secretary maintains the accounts and writes the paychecks for a veterinary facility. Eight veterinary technicians earn $13 per hour. If everyone works 40 hours per week, what is the total amount of money needed for the payroll each week?

a)

$5060

b)

$3160

c)

$4060

d)

$4160

24.

Which drug schedule has no current accepted medical use?

a)

Schedule II

b)

Schedule III

c)

Schedule I

d)

Schedule IV

25.

Which of the following animals would be classified as a Hound Breed?

a)

Dachshund

b)

French Bulldog

c)

Cocker Spaniel

d)

Chihuahua

26.

Linda is going to perform a laboratory test. Where is it possible for her to do this?

a)

Research facilities

b)

All of these

c)

Veterinary hospitals

d)

Zoos

27.

A vet tech purchases a new uniform. She spends $31 for the top, $28 for the pants, $56 for shoes, $7 for socks, and $4 for a name pin. What was her total cost?

a)

$146

b)

$126

c)

$136

d)

$156

28.

Which organization governs the use, storage and disposal of controlled substances?

a)

OSHA

b)

DEA

c)

EPA

d)

None of these

29.

The five types of white blood cells are:

a)

Neutrophil, erythrophil, leukocyte, basophil, eosinophil

b)

Eosinophil, basophil, neutrophil, lymphocyte, monocyte

c)

Neutrophil, basophil, eosinophil, granulocytes, acanthocyte

d)

Thrombocyte, monocyte, neutrophil, lymphocyte, eosinophil

30.

How long is a dog in estrus?

a)

exactly 15 days

b)

between 7-28 ±days with a mean of 11 days

c)

between 4-21 ±days with a mean of 9 days

d)

exactly 6 days

31.

What is the common percentage of Brahman and British breeds in American cattle?

a)

3/5, 2/5 cross

b)

3/8, 5/8 cross

c)

1/3, 2/3 cross

d)

3/7, 4/7 cross

32.

Which type of mite can cause a zoonotic disease?

a)

Otodectes

b)

All of these

c)

Demodectic

d)

Sarcoptic

33.

Feline viral Rhinotracheitis symptoms include:

a)

Sneezing, discharge from nose and eyes

b)

Aggression

c)

Anorexia

d)

Licking of wound

34.

Which of the following is NOT a function of the epididymis?

a)

Site of decomposition for sperm.

b)

Site of storage for sperm.

c)

Site of transportation for sperm.

d)

Site of maturation for sperm

35.

A sexually mature male of the equine species:

a)

Mare

b)

Foal

c)

Colt

d)

Stud

36.

Which breed of swine is characterized by being black in color with four white feet and/or legs, a short wrinkled snout, and medium erect ears?

a)

Berkshire

b)

Spots

c)

Hampshire

d)

Hereford

37.

What is the name of the set of guidelines to protect employees?

a)

Employees Right to Know

b)

Employee Code of Ethics

c)

OSHA

d)

Hazard Communication Standard

38.

Which of the following is NOT a hazard that you would face while working in a veterinary clinic?

a)

Biological hazards

b)

Physical hazards

c)

Psychological hazards

d)

Chemical hazards

39.

What is oogenesis?

a)

Condition in which one or both testicles remain in the body cavity

b)

Causes destruction of the cotyledons of the uterus.

c)

Process by which ova are produced by the female

d)

Process by which sperm are produced by the male.

40.

Anthrax is a _____disease of livestock.

a)

Zoonotic

b)

Fungal

c)

Bacterial

d)

Parasitic

41.

The function of the cecum is to:

a)

Produce insulin.

b)

Produce bile.

c)

None of these.

d)

Aide in the digestion of fibrous materials.

42.

What is the main difference between the testes of mammals and the testes of poultry?

a)

Mammals have one testicle.

b)

The testes of poultry do not descend out of the abdominal cavity.

c)

The testes of mammals do not descend out of the abdominal cavity.

d)

Poultry have one testicle

43.

What are the percentages of cells and plasma in blood?

a)

50% and 50%, respectively

b)

30% and 70%, respectively

c)

60% and 40%, respectively

d)

40% and 60%, respectively

44.

You regularly order six 10-ml vials per month of a drug that has a concentration of 50 mg/ml. Now that same drug is only available in 20-ml vials of 10 mg/ml. How many vials should you order this month?

a)

15 vials

b)

10 vials

c)

20 vials

d)

25 vials

45.

Kyra, a 7-year=old, F/S mixed breed dog (107 lb) is presented to the clinic with signs of increases vocalization and urine leaking. She does not appear to be PU/PD (increased urination/increased drinking) or having accidents due to lack of training. She usually leaks urine after she has lain down (her bed is damp). The U/A (urinalysis) is WNL as the PE. Scout radiographs of the urinary bladder are unremarkable. Based on her history and pattern of urine leaking, the vet determines that she might have estrogen responsiveness incontinence. She is prescribed DES (diethylstilbestrol) at a dosage of 1 mg P.O. SID for 3 days, followed by maintenance therapy of 1 mg po per week. DES comes in 1-mg and 5-mg tablets. How many mg does this dog receive for 3 weeks of treatment?

a)

5

b)

7

c)

3

d)

9

46.

A member of OSHA is doing a walkthrough of a veterinary clinic. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is housed in

a)

The Department of Security

b)

The Department of Finance

c)

The Department of Labor

d)

The Department of Health

47.

Determine the number of pounds in 10.5 kilograms.

a)

23.1

b)

25.5

c)

21.9

d)

24.6