Vet practice management – Flashcards
Unlock all answers in this set
Unlock answersquestion
who is responsible for accreditation of veterinary techncian programs in the united states a) state VTA b) AVMA c) State VMA d) NAVTA
answer
b
question
which of the following is not one of teh five steps of the vet tech practice model a) gather data about hte patient b) identify and prioritize patient evaluations c) ensure that the patient gets a minimal amount of exercise as part of the plan of care d) evaluate the patients response to the plan of care
answer
c
question
which of the following statements regarding laws and regulations is false a) if a vet tech violates a regulation, the result may be monetary penalties or imprisonment b) the general public may have an impact on laws and regulations c) while it is not a crime to practice vet medicine without a license in most states, the unlicenced practitioner will most likely be subject to sanction by the board d) both a and c are false
answer
d
question
OSHA stands for a) occupational safety and health administration b) occupational safety and helth association c) occupational school and hospital administration d) organization for safety and hospital administrators
answer
a
question
regardless of the hospital settine, all personel should have a a) job description b) color uniform c) pen d) 401K PLAN
answer
a
question
ideally a drug stored in a vet practice would be used and replaced every a) 12 mos b) 16 weeks c) 6 mos d) 30 days
answer
d
question
in a _____ oriented vet medical record, or SOVMR, recent information is kept together by subject matter a) source b) subject c) surgical d) system
answer
a
question
In a SOVMR, clinical observations and progress notes are added in what way a) chronologically b) reverse chronologically c) through a color coding system d) horizontally in a grid
answer
a
question
In the POVMR, the patient information, physical examination findings, and diagnostic test results are collectively known as the a) point of care b) bulletin c) screening d) database
answer
d
question
which of the following acronyms refers to a sheet that offers information on a patients management during hospitalization, including which treatments were delivered, when, and by whom a) MAOR b) POVMR c) SOAP d) SOVMR
answer
a
question
cancer patients are treated with CDs, which are a) chemotherapy dosages b) cellulat drugs c) cytotoxic drugs d) chemical dose
answer
c
question
for safety, two people are required to lift anyone weighing more than ______lb a) 25 b) 30 c) 40 d) 60
answer
c
question
when bathing an animal, which piece of equipment is least importnat to wear a) gloves b) uniform c) goggles d) apron
answer
b
question
the most important factor in euthanasia of large animals is a) which drugs will be used b) safety c) the age of the animal d) the weight of the animal
answer
b
question
if a client experiences ____ in response to intense grief, it can prevent them from functioning normally a) resolution b) anger c) depression d) bargaining
answer
c
question
animals used in research facilities and teaching institutions are registered by which government agency a) AVMA b) USDA c) HSUS d) board of veterinary medicine
answer
b
question
conduct that increases the risk that negligence will occur, even if it has not yet happened is known as a) malpractice b) unprofessional conduct c) incompetence d) practicing beyond the scope of veterinary medicine
answer
c
question
the most common type of injury in a veterinary setting is a) strained back b) carpal tunnel c) slip and fall d) animal related
answer
d
question
the administrative body that regulates the practice of veterinary medicine and technology is presided over at which level of government? a) county b) federal c) municipal d) state
answer
d
question
which citation does not need to be reported on an application for licensure as a vet tech a) Disorderly conduct b) DWI/DUI c) speeding d) underage drinking
answer
c
question
regulations describe/prohibit specific required conduct and may result in fines and/or sanctions but are easier to change than the state practice act. a) true b) false
answer
a
question
_____ permanently prohibits the sanctioned individual from practicing the profession a) probation b) reprimand c) revocation d) suspension
answer
c
question
______ supervision is when the vet is in direct eyesight and hearing range a) immediate b) direct c) indirect d) constant
answer
a
question
The practice of veterinary medicine by an unlicensed individual will result in _______ a) revocation of drivers license b) salary deductions c) sanctions and/or imprisonment d) written warning only
answer
c
question
professional negligence or malpractice by a veterinary practitioner is best defined by which description a) failure to provide a safe environment for staff b) failure to provide care equivalent to that provided by individuals under similar circumstances c) ignoring the written laws of the state governing the practice of vet medicine d) refusal to treat healthy animals
answer
b
question
the practice act is the set laws that promote public health by ensuring delivery of competent veterinary medical care t/f
answer
true
question
what components will contribute to better client compliance a) continuing education for team members b) good communication c) reminder/recall system d) all of the above e) none of the above
answer
d
question
T/F when forming a message the main component is paraverbal skills (enunciation, tone, pitch)
answer
false
question
client compliances is defined as a) the percentage of clients that pay the bill b) the percentage of clients that accept recommendations given by the veterinary team c) the percentage of clients that are proactive and check online for info about the pets dx d) the percentage of clients that ask questions when they dont understand something
answer
b
question
T/F client complaints are usually based on the clients perception of adequate customer service
answer
true
question
guidelines should be developed for all team members to follow so the same recommendations are made to each client regarding specific treatment/procedures. these guidelines are known as a) the steps to overcoming barriers with clients b) the standard of care c) the aspects of good communication d) a means to analyze a practices customer grievences
answer
b
question
T/F a person from out of town stops at your practice because his dog has worms. As a professional courtesy, it is acceptable for you to dispense drontal and perform a PE and tell him to see his vet when he gets home
answer
true
question
T/F a person from out of town stops at your practice because his dog has worms. As a professional courtesy, it is acceptable for you to dispense drontal and tell him to see his vet when he gets home
answer
false
question
The Veterinary Technician Practice Model is a) the portion of a job description that lists the primary responsibilities expected of the veterinary technician b) a document established by the AVMA determining what opportunities are available to Vet techs c) a structured approach that allows for an individual and consistent method of assessing patients and providing excellent patient care. d) one of the nine domains of the VTNE
answer
c
question
______Supervision is when a vet is on the premisis, but not visible a) immediate b) direct c) indirect d) constant
answer
b
question
______ supervision is when a vet is not on the premisis, but is maintaining direct communication a) immediate b) direct c) indirect d) constant
answer
c
question
According to the text, which of the following has been the leader in shaping and supporting the profession of veterinary technology in the united states a) MVMA b) CAAHTT c) VTNE d) NAVTA
answer
d
question
which of the following is not a step in the vet tech practice model a) re-evaluate b) identify and prioritize evaluations c) gather data d) ensure the patient is not walked per the care plan e) develope a care plan
answer
d
question
when it comes to professional ethics, a veterinary technician is beholden to which of teh following entities a) NAVTA b) State boards c) the technician's personal ethics d) all of the above
answer
d
question
T/F violation of the state practice act may result in monetary penalties or imprisonment
answer
true
question
T/F violation of a regulation may mean monetary penalty or imprisonment
answer
false
question
a technical violation includes all of the following except: a) lapsed license b) criminal conviction for tax evasion (personal) c) fraud or deceit d) failure to complete continuing ed
answer
c
question
A substantive violation includes all of the following except: a) misrepresentation b) discipline by another states board c) animal abuse d) working impaired
answer
b
question
SOAP is part of the a) POVMR b) SOVMR c) both d) neither
answer
a
question
The master problem list is part of the a) POVMR b) SOVMR c) both d) neither
answer
a
question
the practive should have a collection of written safety policies called the hospital a) safeyt plan booklet b) safety document guidelines for stafety d) safety manual
answer
d