Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) Free Practice Test

Question 1

You are slated to assist in the surgical management of a patient with laryngeal hemiplegi a. The patient is described as a "roarer". He is a 6-year-old retired thoroughbred racehorse. The owners report a strange noise when exercising, and his exercise tolerance is waning. You will be scrubbing in and want to read up on the surgery to properly assist the surgeon.
What type of assistance may you need to provide specific to this surgical procedure?

A. Ensure working order of the endoscope and help facilitate use during surgery

B. Monitor anesthesia

C. All of these

D. Monitor post-operatively for signs of aspiration or coughing

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2

A 3% solution of hydrogen peroxide can be used as an emetic to induce vomiting in ferrets. What is the proper dosage of hydrogen peroxide when used as an emetic?

A. 1 teaspoon per 10 pounds of body weight, not to exceed 5 teaspoons

B. 1 tablespoon per 5 pounds of body weight, not to exceed 9 tablespoons

C. 1 teaspoon per 5 pounds of body weight, not to exceed 3 tablespoons

D. 1 tablespoon per 10 pounds of body weight, not to exceed 5 tablespoons

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3

Which of the following is the most invasive means of monitoring a patient under anesthesia?

A. Oscillometric blood pressure monitor

B. Doppler ultrasound monitor

C. Electrocardiography monitor

D. Esophageal stethoscope

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4

For which of the following items would gas sterilization methods not be appropriate?

A. Paper and linen

B. Endoscopes

C. Plastics

D. Rubber

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5

What is muscle atrophy?

A. Muscles found in abnormal locations

B. Abnormally structured muscle

C. Increased muscle mass

D. Reduced muscle mass

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6

The canine blood group acronym "DEA" stands for which of the following?

A. Dog erythropoietin antibody

B. Dog erythrocyte antigen

C. Dog erythrocytic antibody

D. Dog erythropoietin antigen

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7

Captive land tortoises should be fed a high percentage of which of the following?

A. Dark leafy greens

B. Guppies

C. Slugs

D. Mice

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8

What term is used to describe breathing characterized by inhaling and holding the breath before forcibly exhaling?

A. Apneustic

B. Orthopneic

C. Hypoxia

D. Dyspnea

Correct Answer: A

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