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Veterinary Technician Exam Practice Questions - Question List

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66. If microorganisms originating from an endogenous source contaminate a surgical wound, what would be the most likely cause?
  1. Surgical instruments not properly sterilized
  2. Bacteria that are already present inside the patient's body
  3. Improper surgical gloving techniques
  4. Bacteria embedded in gauze sponges
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67. When performing lavage on a normal patient that is undergoing a surgical procedure, what type of fluids should be used?
  1. Hypertonic solutions
  2. Isotonic solutions
  3. Any type of solution
  4. Distilled water
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68.

What is a farrier?

  1. A specialist in saddlery
  2. A specialist in equine hoof care
  3. An expert in creating barns
  4. A horse trainer
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69. Technician Sally has just returned to the surgical suite to find her patient with cyanotic mucous membranes. What does this condition reflect?
  1. Anemia
  2. Blood loss
  3. Desaturation of hemoglobin
  4. Hepatic compromise
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70. Technician Sally's patient is starting to experience hypothermia from a prolonged surgical procedure. How can Sally treat and prevent hypothermia while in the surgical suite?
  1. Place a space heater under the surgical table
  2. Placing a warm water-circulating blanket under the patient before surgery
  3. Placing a blanket for a "forced air warmer" over or around the patient before surgery
  4. A and C
  5. B and C
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