Sample Test Name: Veterinary Assisting

(These items were developed by teachers for the Technical Skills Assessment. Below is a sample item for each program standard.)

Question 1 of 12

Mr. Rose brought his German Shepherd Duke into the clinic for three vaccines: Da2pp for $32, Bordetella for $19, and Rabies for $26. He also added a heartworm test for $48 and a toenail trim for $22. The office visit was $49. What was the total amount of Mr. Rose's bill?

A) $91 B) $151 C) $71 D) $196

Question 2 of 12

A veterinary clinic uses the SOAP format for progress notes. Temperature and heart rate of an animal are examples of which type of information?

A) Objective B) Assessment C) Plan D) Subjective

Question 3 of 12

What is the MOST important non-verbal form of communication with a client?

A) Tone of voice B) Written information C) Information given D) Body language

Arizona Department of Education / Career and Technical Education 1/4 Veterinary Assisting Sample Test Question 4 of 12

According to state and federal laws, veterinary assistants involved in patient care are required to be supervised by whom?

A) Office manager only B) Veterinarian only C) Veterinarian and/or technician D) Technician only

Question 5 of 12

Malassezia is commonly found in canines with Otitis Externa. What type of microorganism is this?

A) Virus B) Fungus C) Bacteria D) Parasite

Question 6 of 12

What is the MOST common route for vaccine administration in dogs and cats?

A) IV B) IM C) PO D) SC

Arizona Department of Education / Career and Technical Education 2/4 Veterinary Assisting Sample Test Question 7 of 12

What breed of cat is this?

A) Somalian B) Scottish Fold C) American Curl D) Cornish Rex

Question 8 of 12

Dr. Smith needs assistance in administering 100mls of SQ fluids to Buddy. What restraint is preferred to complete the procedure?

A) Left lateral recumbency B) Standing restraint C) Dorsal restraint D) Right lateral recumbency

Question 9 of 12

To prevent accidental injury when cleaning used instruments, what is the FIRST step?

A) Dispose of all biohazard tissues. B) Properly remove all soiled laundry. C) Properly dispose of all exposed sharps. D) Place all instruments in antiseptic.

Arizona Department of Education / Career and Technical Education 3/4 Veterinary Assisting Sample Test

Question 10 of 12

In performing a gross examination of a canine urine sample, which color is normal?

A) Red B) Yellow C) Clear D) Brown

Question 11 of 12

Which system keeps infectious microorganisms out of the body?

A) Endocrine B) Antibacterial C) Bone marrow D) Immune

Question 12 of 12

Which information is NOT required on an x-ray image?

A) Presenting complaint B) Attending veterinarian C) Date of exposure D) Directional label

Arizona Department of Education / Career and Technical Education 4/4 Veterinary Assisting Sample Test Veterinary Assisting Sample Test Answer Key

Question Answer 1. D 2. A 3. D 4. C 5. B 6. D 7. B 8. B 9. C 10. B 11. D 12. A

Arizona Department of Education / Career and Technical Education Veterinary Assisting Sample Test