Veterinary Professionals: Education & Duties

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What does 'coprophagia' mean?

Eating stool

What is hypoxia?

Low oxygen

What does 'hypothermia' mean?

Low temperature

What is analgesia?

Absence of pain Signup and view all the answers

What is the title for a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in Pennsylvania?

VMD Signup and view all the answers

What are the educational requirements for a Veterinarian?

4 years of undergraduate study and 4 years of veterinary school Signup and view all the answers

What are the licensing requirements for a Veterinarian?

Pass the National Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) and state exams Signup and view all the answers

What does NAVLE stand for?

North American Veterinary Licensing Examination Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the daily duties of a Veterinarian?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What do board-certified veterinarians need to do to maintain their specialty?

Complete continuing education Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are titles used to indicate a Certified Veterinary Technician?

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What are the educational requirements for a Veterinary Technician?

High school diploma and 2-4 years in a Veterinary Technician program earning an associate's or bachelor's degree Signup and view all the answers

What are the licensing requirements for a Veterinary Technician?

Pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) and state exam Signup and view all the answers

How many hours of continuing education are required for a Veterinary Technician every two years?

12 hours Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the daily duties of a Veterinary Technician?

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Which of the following can be an APA-approved veterinary assistant?

Someone who has completed a Veterinary Assistant program Signup and view all the answers

What are the educational requirements for a Veterinary Assistant?

A and B Signup and view all the answers

Are Veterinary Assistants mandatorily licensed?

No, Veterinary Assistants are not mandatorily licensed unless they are AVA-certified. Signup and view all the answers

How many hours of continuing education are required for an AVA-certified Veterinary Assistant?

10 hours Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the daily duties of a Veterinary Assistant?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a Veterinary Receptionist?

The face of the hospital Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the daily duties of a Veterinary Receptionist?

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What does 'professionalism' mean?

Showing professionalism, conduct, and passion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors contribute to a professional appearance?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of professional conduct?

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What are the components of professional communication?

Written, verbal, visual, and digital communication Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Veterinary Professionals: Education, Licensing, and Duties

Veterinarian: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (VMD) in Pennsylvania
- Education: 4 years undergraduate, 4 years veterinary school
- Licensing: Pass the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) and state exams
- Daily Duties: Protect animal and human health, evaluate animals, diagnose illnesses, create treatment plans, prescribe medications, perform surgery.
Board-Certified Veterinarians: Complete continuing education to maintain specialty.
Veterinary Technician: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT)
- Education: High school diploma, 2-4 years in a Veterinary Technician program (associate's or bachelor's degree)
- Licensing: Pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) and state exams
- Continuing Education: 12 hours every 2 years
- Daily Duties: Assist veterinarians, surgical assistance, laboratory, anesthesiology, x-ray, dental hygiene, phlebotomy, administering medications, instructing follow-up care.
Veterinary Assistant: Can be an APA approved assistant.
- Education: On-the-job training (OJT) and high school diploma, or graduate from a program and pass the Approved Veterinary Assistant Exam (AVA)
- Licensing: No mandatory licensing unless AVA: take AVA program, and pass exam
- Continuing Education: AVA: 10 hours
- Daily Duties: Animal restraint, sterilization, supply management, patient care, monitoring, feeding.
Veterinary Receptionist: Faces clients of the hospital
- Daily Duties: Greet clients, process invoices, schedule appointments, answer phones, manage medical records.

Professionalism

Professional Appearance: Good health, grooming, appropriate dress (neat, clean, well-fitted uniform), hair tied back, short clean nails, first impressions matter
Professional Conduct: Honest, respectful, showing confidentiality, receptiveness, and awareness of the legal framework
Professional Communication: Use written, verbal, visual and digital skills, clear articulation, factual information that is usable workplace.

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Explore the educational requirements, licensing procedures, and daily responsibilities of veterinarians and veterinary technicians. This quiz covers essential knowledge for those interested in the veterinary field, including the roles of board-certified specialists and regulatory standards. Test your understanding of this critical healthcare profession.