Vet Tech Evaluation

AVCI Vet Tech Evaluation Quiz

This quiz is designed to evaluate your skills and knowledge as a Veterinary Technician (Vet Tech). To uphold the high standards of an AVCI Vet Tech, aim for a score of at least 80% on this 30-item assessment. Best of luck!

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You performed an eye checkup and encountered this abnormality. What is this?

ectropion

entropion

distichiasis

chemosis

2 / 30

Identify this parasite you found in a blood smear:

Ehrlichia sp.

Babesia canis

Leishmania sp.

Babesia gibsoni

3 / 30

This is a large mass involving skin structures which is often used in relation to neoplasia but can technically be used in inflammatory disease:

tumor

pustule

vesicle

cyst

4 / 30

What part of the eye is this?

conjunctiva

iris

pupil

sclera

5 / 30

The most common normal lung sound heard during auscultation:

bronchovesicular

bronchial

vesicular

stertor

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What is the purpose of using a speculum during gastric intubation?

It reduces contamination

It enhances tube visibility

It stabilizes the esophagus

To protect the tube and prevent biting

7 / 30

This is not a normal lung sound:

vesicular

rhonchi

bronchovesicular

bronchial

8 / 30

This abnormal lung sound has a characteristic popping sound that is high-pitched:

fine crackles

wheeze

coarse crackles

rhonchi

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What is the primary cause of non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema?

Heart failure

Improved pulmonary function

High systemic resistance

Increased capillary permeability

10 / 30

What tool is commonly used for bone marrow aspiration?

A disposable hypodermic needle

A rigid catheter and syringe

A Jamshidi or Rosenthal needle

A 22-gauge butterfly needle

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During a physical examination, what is that portion of a pet that is directed toward or situated on the back surface:

caudal

dorsal

ventral

cranial

12 / 30

You performed a skin exam and found this tick. What is this ectoparasite?

Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick)

Ixodes scapularis (deer tick)

Amblyomma americanum (lone star tick)

Rhipicephalus sanguineus (brown dog tick)

13 / 30

You are doing a skin checkup and found this. What is this?

papule

bulla

blister

pustule

14 / 30

Identify this fecal egg:

Paragonimus kellicotti

Heterobilharzia americana

Platynosomum fastosum

Nanophyetus salmincola

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Why is electrocardiography used alongside auscultation?

It measures cardiac output

It stabilizes heart valves

It monitors systemic resistance

To assess electrical activity and rhythm of the heart

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This is an excessive contraction of the pupil of the eye, as in response to drugs:

miosis

mydriasis

chemosis

distichiasis

17 / 30

What is the gauge of a violet IV catheter?

22G

26G

24G

20G

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Why is a pulse oximeter used during sedation?

It measures systemic pressure

To monitor oxygen saturation and detect hypoxemia

It evaluates blood glucose

It stabilizes heart rate

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Why is thoracic radiography useful in diagnosing pulmonary edema?

It measures oxygen levels

It stabilizes blood pressure

It reduces airway obstruction

It visualizes fluid accumulation in the lungs

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You performed an eye checkup and encountered this abnormality. What is this?

distichiasis

strabismus

chemosis

epiphora

21 / 30

Identify this intestinal pathogen:

Balantidium coli

Coccidia sp.

Strongyloides sp.

Giardia sp.

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Why is the needle not redirected after insertion during fine needle aspiration?

To ensure maximum fluid collection

To increase sample purity

To avoid bowel penetration and contamination

To enhance cellular yield

23 / 30

Identify this parasite you found in a blood smear:

Leishmania sp.

Hepatozoon sp.

Ehrlichia sp.

Babesia sp.

24 / 30

Identify this fecal egg:

Ancylostoma sp.

Toxocara canis

Trichuris sp.

Toxascaris leonina

25 / 30

Why is aseptic technique critical during peritoneal lavage?

It enhances organ function

It stabilizes abdominal pressure

To prevent peritoneal contamination

It reduces systemic inflammation

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Why is cystocentesis considered the "gold standard" for urine culture?

It enhances bacterial growth

It provides the least contaminated urine sample

It improves urine stability

It stabilizes bladder function

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What should be done if no air or fluid is collected during thoracocentesis?

Increase suction pressure on the syringe

Proceed to drain the pleural space

Change to a larger catheter

Reevaluate landmarks and try again

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Why should the needle be inserted cranially to the rib during thoracocentesis?

It reduces airway resistance

It enhances blood oxygenation

To avoid intercostal vessels and nerves

It stabilizes pulmonary function

29 / 30

Why is aseptic preparation critical during arthrocentesis?

It stabilizes cellular findings

It improves joint mobility

It reduces inflammation

To prevent contamination and ensure sample quality

30 / 30

This is an eyelash that arises from an abnormal spot on the eyelid of a pet:

episcleritis

keratitis

uveitis

distichiasis

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