Types of Writing Test

Which of the following is an example of a closed-ended question?

"Did you take Jeter for a walk today?"

Which of the following statements shows empathy?

"I understand how Mason's behavior could be frustrating."

Licenses or certifications

Add any documented certificates you have outside of your educational experience.

Which punctuation mark are you least likely to find in formal writing?

An exclamation mark(!)

A basic writing structure includes?

An introduction, a body, and a conclusion

You assist the veterinarian during the dental cleaning of a four-year-old Great Dane. After the procedure is done, you are responsible for writing a report for the medical record. When should you write the report?

As soon as the procedure is completed, and the patient is stable

Generally, discharge instructions include (in this order) details about?

At-home care and recommendations, the treatments and procedures conducted, the diagnosis, medications prescribed, and follow-up.

The practice manager of East Village Veterinary Hospital created a/an _______ report to evaluate the staff's level of knowledge regarding medication management and inventory control.

Audit

A veterinary clinic is experiencing an increased demand for specific medications, leading to frequent shortages. The practice manager decides to inspect medication usage to determine the root cause and implement a solution. Which type of report is the practice manager likely to use to evaluate the clinic's medication needs?

Audit report

In technical writing, abbreviations should?

Be explained

Which of the following statements demonstrates informal word choice?

Brushing teeth is important 4 pets health, it helps prevent gum disease & bad breath.

Specific skills

Can include software programs, special machinery, or industrial processes you're familiar with.

You need to determine which type of suture was used in a procedure. You'll find this information in a patient's _______ report.

Case

_____ reports are considered legal documents.

Case

Which type of report is most likely to include an abstract?

Case report

The signalment, reason of hospitalization, information about medical and medication history, and nurses' notes on patients' general moods are part of?

Case reports

Which style of resume is the most common?

Chronological resume, which is written in reverse chronological order.

Bargaining

Clients may begin this stage of grief before their pet has passed when they are given a terminal diagnosis. You may notice clients asking for the pet's life to be extended to reach a certain event or their favorite time of year.

Denial

Clients may not believe their pet has passed. This stage is most common with abrupt or unexpected losses.

_______ is/are the foundation of human connection.

Communication

You're writing a meeting report for your supervisor. In which part of the report will you summarize the main idea of the meeting?

Conclusion

Which information should you exclude when writing a proposal?

Detailed information on patients records

In discharge instructions, the _______ section will detail the problem/s the patient was treated for.

Diagnosis

Which of the following is an example of a message that is professional and conversational?

Dr. Olson would be happy to answer any questions you have about your pet's health.

Which of the following is the primary purpose of the introduction in a piece of writing?

Establishing the main topic and purpose of the text

During the _______ phase of writing, you will revise and edit the directions for microchipping procedures.

Final

In using correct spelling, appropriate punctuation marks, and full sentences in written communication, you fulfill the requirements of?

Formal writing

What type of language should you use in your writing to make it inclusive?

Gender-neutral language

A veterinary assistant is creating a procedural manual to describe radiographic positioning. In this case, it will be helpful to include _______ to demonstrate correct positioning for different X-ray views.

Illustration

Before emails were invented, veterinary team members shared information within and across departments through?

Interoffice memorandums

Correspondence

Is another word for formal communication

Cover Letter

Is typically three paragraphs long

Job application

Is your submission of interest for an available position

What is the primary purpose of a medical record?

It provides the history and serves as a legal document.

Professional membership

List any professional societies you're a member of, like any local, state, or national veterinary associations.

Which of the following is the primary purpose of a proposal?

Outlining a problem and proposing a solution

What is the primary purpose of the follow-up section in discharge instructions?

Outlining the next steps in the patient's care, including when to return for a checkup, the purpose of the visit, and whom to contact in case of concerns.

You have been asked to write instructions on conducting a new examination procedure meant for elderly animals. During which phase of the writing process will you research and outline the procedure?

Prewriting

You can use _______ language to share your thoughts respectfully and effectively.

Professional and conversational

Which reports may be used interchangeably depending on the organization?

Progress and status report

A veterinary teaching hospital has recently secured a substantial grant to fund a groundbreaking research project. The project is focused on developing innovative therapies for feline chronic kidney disease (CKD). Which type of report will be utilized to track the steps taken in the research project?

Progress report

Which of the following are the three stages of writing a cover letter?

Research, write, and revise

Which of the following is the primary purpose of the conclusion in a piece of writing?

Restating the thesis and summarizing main points

Languages

Speaking more than one language can be a benefit.

Which of the following is an example of an inclusive job title?

Spokesperson

In which of the following modes of communication at work can you avoid the basic writing structure?

Text messages

Suppose a client is inquiring about another patient. Which of the following is a respectable response in this scenario?

Thank them for their concern and politely explain you can't disclose information about another client and patient.

Acceptance

The final stage of grief is accepting that their pet is gone and is accompanied by a calmness about the situation. This stage may be noticed in clients whose pets have been struggling with poor quality of life.

Where would the following information be placed in an email, "Dear Dr. Milo,"?

The greeting

Which of the following messages uses language that is too formal?

The pursuit of professional advancement consistently affords individuals the chance to delve into previously unexplored subject matter.

The typical audience for an informal report in a veterinary clinic would be?

The staff within the clinic

Which part of an email includes a brief description that identifies the purpose of an email?

The subject line

Which of the following features of an email helps you understand the sender's thoughts about the email's topic?

The subject line of the email

Anger

This stage is characterized by frustration, and clients may take out this frustration and anger on the veterinary staff. Remember, this anger is misdirected sadness.

Depression

This stage is the recognition that their pet is gone and that they will never see them again. This stage might often occur with planned euthanasia.

Which of the following statements describes the features of descriptive technical writing?

This type of writing is objective and impartial and uses logically ordered language.

What does it mean "to assume positive intent"?

To believe that the reasoning behind people's motivation is with the best of intentions.

Why is it important for veterinary technicians to understand how to read and write reports?

To gather and organize information for effective decision-making.

The typical audience for a formal report on a new surgical technique in veterinary medicine would be?

Veterinarians and researchers in the broader community.

Volunteer Experience

our volunteer experience can help if you don't have paid experience in a field. It can also show that you have certain soft skills. You can list leadership positions you've held at a charitable organization if you're applying for a managerial position but never worked as a manager.

What is the primary difference between progress and status reports?

A progress report is about change over time; a status report is about current conditions

Summary

A three to four-sentence summary of your résumé is sometimes better than an objective statement.

You want to give the veterinarian an update about a patient's recent appointment. How will you present this information in an email?

You should write a brief and concise email covering all the important points discussed in the appointment.

Which of the following will you include in the signature line of your email?

Your name and contact information