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How long must required controlled substance records be kept by the registrant?
2 years
How many of the current instructors at CCCC are graduates of the CCCC-VMT program themselves?
3
How long are businesses required to keep OSHA related records?
30-35 years
Regarding animal care duties, etc. what are the ramifications of a third offense?
A conference with the Animal Facilities Manager, the VMT program director, and the Dean of Vocational Education. Expulsion from the VMT curriculum.
According to North Carolina's Veterinary Practice Act, what is the definition of 'veterinary technician'
A person who has graduated from an AVMA approved program of veterinary technology, has taken and passed both National and State board exams, and is registered with the NCVMB as a veterinary technician.
Regarding animal care duties, etc. what are the ramifications of a first offense?
A verbal or written warning, loss of points, and extra cleaning duties will be assigned.
What set of regulations does the USDA require adherence to?
AWA
AEVNT stands for
Academy of Equine Veterinary Nursing Technicians
AIMVT stands for
Academy of Internal Medicine Veterinary Technicians
AVECCT stands for
Academy of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Technicians
AVTA stands for
Academy of Veterinary Technician Anesthetists
AVBT stands for:
Academy of Veterinary Technicians
AVST stands for :
Academy of Veterinary Technicians
AVTCP stands for
Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Clinical Practice
AVZMT stands for
Academy of Veterinary Zoological Medicine Technicians
According to North Carolina's Veterinary Practice Act, which of the following are required in order to call yourself a 'technician' in this state?
Accumulates 12 hours of continuing education every 2 years Has taken and passed the North Carolina Veterinary Technician Exam Has taken and passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam Graduate of a 2 or 3 year AVMA accredited vet tech program
AALAS stands for
American Association of Laboratory Animal Science
What does AVMA stand for?
American Veterinary Medical Association
Your grade for VET 114 will be broken down by thirds with one third of your score coming from which three areas?
Animal Enrichment, lecture tests and pop quizzes, and the final exam.
AWA stands for:
Animal Welfare Act
APHIS stands for
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
At what time of day are you permitted to perform a controlled substance inventory?
At the beginning or end of the day.
With which electronics should surge protectors NOT be used?
Autoclaves and coffee pots
When your animal has been seen for clinical services during the Spring semester, when is payment for that visit due?
By 4pm the next day (either Tuesday or Thursday)
When bringing animals in for clinical services during the Spring semester, you must arrive for check-in at what time?
By 7:30am.
Why would CD-ROMs, hard drives, and websites not be in compliance with OSHA regulations regarding the storage and access to MSDSs?
CD-ROMs and hard drives are not always up to date. None of these items can be said to be 'readily accessible' as is required by OSHA standards.
What is the best way to prevent ergonomic injuries on the job?
Change your posture and routine frequently
What does CVTEA stand for?
Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities
HCP stands for Hazard ___ ____.
Communication Plan
By law, what four (4) things can a veterinary technician NOT do?
Diagnose, prescribe, perform surgery, make an irreversible change
A written prescription is required for all OTC drugs that a veterinarian would like a patient to be on.
False
All pharmaceuticals and vaccines are exempt from the hazardous materials list.
False
An employee must always admit an OSHA representative into the building for an inspection.
False
Chemicals should always be stored at or above eye level so that their labels are in clear view from across a clinic.
False
During inclement weather, VMT students should follow the school closing announcements that are made for Lee County Schools.
False
Food may be stored in the same refrigerator as vaccines, drugs, and laboratory samples as long as a separate shelf is clearly labeled for this purpose.
False
The Dog Enrichment SOP requires that each student spend a minimum of 30 minutes per week with their assigned dog.
False
The HCP can be a verbal statement without written documentation.
False
The US Department of Labor estimates a 36% loss of jobs in the technician technologist field for the period 2008-2018.
False
When calling in a prescription for a Schedule II drug, anyone in the pharmacy can take that call.
False
Your employer has the right to require you to purchase your own set of PPE necessary for your job duties.
False
In regards to prescriptions for controlled substances, what is a technician legally allowed to do with a prescription?
Fill it or call it in to a pharmacist
HCS stands for
Hazard Communication Standard
The proper way to lift heavy objects is to:
Keep your back straight and lift with your legs recruiting help when needed for heavy objects
MSDS stands for:
Material Safety Data Sheet
NAVTA stands for
National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America
What does NAVTA stand for?
National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America
NIH stands for:
National Institutes of Health
NCAVT stands for
North Carolina Association of Veterinary Technicians
What does NCAVT stand for?
North Carolina Association of Veterinary Technicians
What should an employee do if a complaint about safety is not taken seriously by an employer or if there is a dangerous situation that is not adequately addressed?
Notify the regional OSHA office about the problem
OSHA stands for:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OLAW stands for
Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare
According to the American Medical Association, what is the most often used animal in medical research?
People
PPE stands for:
Personal Protective Equipment
When using a fire extinguisher, you should use the PASS method. What does PASS stand for?
Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, Sweep side to side
High potential for abuse; NO currently accepted medical use in the US, or a lack of accepted safety for use in treatment under medical supervision
Schedule I
In which controlled substance schedule would you find cocaine listed?
Schedule I
High potential for abuse; currently accepted medical use in the US, or currently accepted use with severe restrictions; Abuse of the substance may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence
Schedule II
A potential for abuse less than the substances in Schedule I or II, currently accepted medical use in the US, abuse may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence
Schedule III
Low potential for abuse relative to substances in Schedule III; currently accepted medical use in the US; limited physical or psychological dependence relative to substances in Schedule III
Schedule IV
Low potential for abuse relative to the substances listed in Schedule IV; currently accepted medical use in the US; limited physical or psychological dependence relative to the substances listed in Schedule IV.
Schedule V
NO currently accepted medical use in the US, or a relatively low potential for abuse in terms of risk to public health and potential to produce psychic or physiological dependence based on current medical knowledge. or a need for further and continuing study to develop scientific evidence of the pharmacological effects.
Schedule VI
What are the requirements for a controlled substance box?
Securely locked, Substantially constructed, and protected by a centrally monitored alarm system.
What information must be included on a secondary label according to OSHA regulations?
The chemical component that is hazardous or chemical name (trade and generic), health hazard warnings, manufacturer of the chemical
Who is ultimately responsible for the accuracy of the hazardous materials list?
The employer
All DEA Form 222s must be accounted for and secured in the same manner as controlled substances.
True
All registered research facilities must track the source of the animals in their facility and these sources are checked during the random, unannounced USDA inspections.
True
An employee must be familiar with all of the inherent hazards associated with their job responsibilities and how to protect themselves from those hazards.
True
CCCC has a 100% tobacco free campus policy which forbids smoking, chewing, dipping, etc. anywhere on CCCC property.
True
Central Carolina Community College is registered with the USDA as a research facility.
True
Cheating and dishonesty are not tolerated by the faculty members in the VMT department.
True
DEA Form 222 are used to order substances in Schedules I and II only.
True
Documentation of the specifics of a training session is not required by OSHA.
True
In most states, an employee who is fired due to violations of safety rules will likely be denied unemployment benefits.
True
Overloaded or faulty electrical cords can overheat or short out and start a fire, even when the equipment plugged into them are switched off.
True
Powder-free chemotherapy gloves should be worn when handling cytotoxic drugs.
True
Regardless of the size of a compressed gas cylinder, always place them in a cool, dry place and away from potential heat or ignition sources
True
Sending and/or receiving text messages is not permitted in classes or labs.
True
The "Right to Know" law requires employees to wear all safety equipment that is prescribed by the manufacturer and the practice when using any product containing a hazardous chemical.
True
The HCS is also known as the "Right-to-Know" law.
True
There are Bachelor's programs in Veterinary Technology available for you to continue your studies beyond the Associate's degree from CCCC.
True
How many times may you enter the VMT program at CCCC?
Twice
USDA stands for:
United States Department of Agriculture
VCPR stands for:
Veterinary Client Patient Relationship
What does VMT stand for?
Veterinary Medical Technology
What does VTNE stand for?
Veterinary Technician National Exam
VTS stands for
Veterinary Technician Specialty
In which of the following instances would a veterinary technician be legally allowed to perform euthanasia?
When the technician is employed by a government run animal shelter or by a research facility and has been properly trained to do so.
You are the employee assigned to train new-hires into their jobs. What information would you document about their training in order to make sure that you, and the practice, are legally protected from any law suits relating to job hazards?
Who was trained, what they were trained about, when they were trained, how they were trained, how the training was assessed; signed and dated by all parties involved
When your animal is seen for clinical services during the Spring semester, who is responsible for cleaning the run or cage that your animal was in?
You, the owner of the animal, are responsible
Only eye specific spray attachments should be used to flush chemicals from eyes because other spray attachments may cause damage to the corneas.
true
