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Test Bank For Anesthesia, Analgesia, and Pain Management for Veterinary Technicians 1st Edition Janet Amundson Romich Chapter 1-21 Chapter 01: Introduction to Anesthesia 1. In 2015 the Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Anesthesia changed its name to a. Association of Veterinary Technicians of Anesthesia and Analgesia. b. Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Anesthesia and Analgesia. c. American Veterinary Technicians in Anesthesia and Analgesia. d. Advocates of Veterinary Technicians in Anesthesia and Analgesia. ANSWER: b POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.3 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/25/2021 11:41 PM DATE MODIFIED: 5/27/2021 5:38 AM 2. Veterinary technicians competent in the practice of anesthesia must have a working knowledge of a. the anatomy and physiology of the patient and autoclave sterilization techniques. b. the anatomy and physiology of the patient and bandaging techniques. c. the anatomy and physiology of the patient and practice management guidelines. d. the anatomy and physiology of the patient and how medications given will affect patients. ANSWER: d POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.2 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/25/2021 11:42 PM DATE MODIFIED: 5/25/2021 11:43 PM 3. Which group certifies a technician as a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) in Anesthesia and Analgesia? a. AVTAA b. IVAPM c. AAHA d. CVPP ANSWER: a POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.1 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/25/2021 11:43 PM Copyright Cengage Learning. Powered by Cognero.
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DATE MODIFIED: 5/25/2021 11:44 PM 4. What is the correct definition for the term general anesthesia? a. The state characterized by CNS depression accompanied by sleepiness/drowsiness and some relaxation b. The loss of sensation in a discrete area of the body caused by the administration of a local anesthetic agent c. A drug-induced reversible state of unconsciousness and loss of sensation d. The degree of anesthesia at which a response to surgical stimulus occurs ANSWER: c POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.4 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/25/2021 11:44 PM DATE MODIFIED: 5/25/2021 11:44 PM 5. Why is it important to commit normal values to memory? a. It will ensure you are continually improving your skills and knowledge. b. Local agencies require it. c. It is the only way to know if a particular value is abnormal. d. You should never rely solely on instrument values when monitoring patients. ANSWER: c POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.2 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/25/2021 11:45 PM DATE MODIFIED: 5/25/2021 11:45 PM 6. What is the correct definition of the term local anesthesia? a. The state characterized by CNS depression accompanied by sleepiness/drowsiness and some relaxation b. The loss of sensation in a discrete area of the body c. A drug-induced reversible state of unconsciousness and loss of sensation d. A catalepsy-like state ANSWER: b POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.4 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/25/2021 11:45 PM DATE MODIFIED: 5/25/2021 11:46 PM 7. Which of the following statements is false regarding continuing education? a. It can’t be done online. b. It will ensure you are improving your skills and knowledge base. Copyright Cengage Learning. Powered by Cognero.
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c. It keeps you inquisitive. d. It is required to maintain certification. ANSWER: a POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.2 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/25/2021 11:46 PM DATE MODIFIED: 5/25/2021 11:47 PM 8. Which organization published Anesthesia Guidelines for Dogs and Cats? a. AVMA b. IVAPM c. AAHA d. CVPP ANSWER: c POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.3 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/25/2021 11:48 PM DATE MODIFIED: 5/25/2021 11:49 PM 9. What is the definition of surgical anesthesia? a. The state characterized by CNS depression accompanied by sleepiness/drowsiness and some relaxation b. The loss of sensation in a discrete area of the body c. The degree of anesthesia at which a response to surgical stimulus does not occur d. The degree of anesthesia at which a response to surgical stimulus occurs ANSWER: c POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.4 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/25/2021 11:49 PM DATE MODIFIED: 5/25/2021 11:50 PM 10. Which organization develops client brochures to educate owners about anesthesia and its risks? a. VTAS b. IVAPM c. AAHA d. AVMA ANSWER: d POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.3 Copyright Cengage Learning. Powered by Cognero.
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QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/25/2021 11:50 PM DATE MODIFIED: 5/25/2021 11:51 PM 11. The veterinary technician is often the person who administers the anesthesia to the patient and monitors their response to the anesthetic agent. Who has the final authority regarding diagnosis and treatment? a. Technician b. Practice manager c. Owner d. Veterinarian ANSWER: d POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.1 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/25/2021 11:51 PM DATE MODIFIED: 5/25/2021 11:52 PM 12. Which organization offers an interdisciplinary certification program (CVPP)? a. AVMA b. AVTAA c. IVAPM d. VTAS ANSWER: c POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.3 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/26/2021 12:10 AM DATE MODIFIED: 5/26/2021 12:10 AM 13. In order for anesthesia monitoring equipment to display accurate data and values it a. must be calibrated and inspected according to manufacturers’ recommendations and will require expensive repairs. b. must be calibrated and inspected according to manufacturers’ recommendations once a year. c. must be calibrated and inspected according to manufacturers’ recommendations only if under warranty. d. must be calibrated and inspected according to manufacturers’ recommendations regularly and recorded as part of clinic’s records. ANSWER: d POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.2 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/26/2021 12:10 AM Copyright Cengage Learning. Powered by Cognero.
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DATE MODIFIED: 5/26/2021 12:11 AM 14. The veterinary technician is responsible for all of the following except a. preparing, operating, and maintaining anesthetic equipment. b. committing normal values to memory. c. calculating drug doses and fluid rates. d. making an individualized analgesia and anesthesia plan for the patient. ANSWER: d POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.1 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/26/2021 12:12 AM DATE MODIFIED: 5/26/2021 12:13 AM 15. Which type of anesthesia encourages the use of several agents, each designed to affect a different function? a. General anesthesia b. Local anesthesia c. Balanced anesthesia d. Regional anesthesia ANSWER: c POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.4 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/26/2021 12:22 AM DATE MODIFIED: 5/26/2021 12:23 AM 16. Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a veterinary technician? a. Perform physical assessment of patient b. Provide direct supervisor over other veterinary technicians c. Take accurate and detailed medical histories d. Care for and advocate for their patients ANSWER: b POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: 1.1 QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice HAS VARIABLES: False DATE CREATED: 5/26/2021 12:23 AM DATE MODIFIED: 5/26/2021 12:24 AM 17. Which type of anesthesia utilizes a field block or nerve block to interrupt the sensory nerve conduction? a. Sedation b. General anesthesia Copyright Cengage Learning. Powered by Cognero.
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