Veterinary Technology Flashcards

Vocabulary flashcards for veterinary technology review.

Veterinary Technology

The field dedicated to providing excellent care and services for animals.

Dr. Walter Collins

Considered the father of veterinary technology; pioneered formal vet tech education in the U.S. in the 1960s.

Veterinary Technician Oath

A solemn dedication to aiding animals and society by providing excellent care and alleviating animal suffering.

AVMA-accredited program

An educational program whose completion is required for veterinary technicians.

VTNE

The Veterinary Technician National Examination, required for credentialing.

VTNE Structure

170 multiple-choice questions with a 3-hour time limit, covering 9 domains.

Profession

Characterized by specialized knowledge, formal education, certification, altruism, autonomy, and ethics.

Veterinary Practice Model

Involves gathering data, identifying evaluations, developing a care plan, implementing interventions, and evaluating response.

Veterinarian-Only Tasks

Diagnosis, prognosis, prescribing, and surgery.

Vet Tech Responsibilities

Patient care, surgical assisting, lab work, radiology, client education.

Veterinary Healthcare Team

Comprises the vet, tech, assistant, receptionist, and manager, each supporting patient and client care.

Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS)

A technician with advanced training in a specialty area.

Professional Appearance

Clean attire, responsible behavior, clear and respectful communication.

Professional Ethics

Moral principles guiding behavior, such as honesty and compassion.

Statutes

Laws.

Regulations

Rules to enforce laws.

State Boards

License, discipline, and enforce laws, addressing negligence, drugs, and misconduct.

Disciplinary Sanctions

Include fines, suspension, revocation, and probation.

Career Opportunities

Private practice, research, emergency, zoo, teaching, lab, and public health.

AVMA Role

Accreditation of veterinary programs.

NAVTA Role

Support for veterinary technicians.

CVTS Role

Certification of Veterinary Technician Specialists.

USDA Role

Regulation of animal health.

Veterinary Facilities

Clinic, hospital, mobile unit, referral center.

Vet Hospital Flow

Check-in -> Exam -> Tech history -> Vet exam -> Treatment -> Checkout.