Veterinary Technician Exam Practice Questions - Question List

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96. What is the difference between Kelly forceps and tissue forceps?
  1. Kelly forceps are transversely grooved on one half of the jaw and Tissue forceps have various patterns of teeth that bite into tissue.
  2. Kelly forceps have various patterns of teeth that bite into tissue, and tissue forceps are transversely grooved on half of the jaw.
  3. There is no difference. Both Kelly forceps and tissue forceps are examples of hemostatic forceps.
  4. Kelly forceps are smooth with no pattern and Tissue forceps have various patterns of teeth that bite into tissue.
97. What does the term "hang" the leg mean?
  1. Hang the leg from an IV pole or other structure above the table for aseptic preparation.
  2. This is when a horse hangs a leg up in a fence.
  3. This is the term used to describe the stance a male dog takes to urinate.
  4. None of the above.
98. A cow is present for rumenotomy. What is the best surgical approach for this procedure?
  1. Midline celiotomy
  2. Right flank laparotomy
  3. Left flank laparotomy
  4. Paramedian celiotomy
99. In a severe case of sinusitis in an equine patient, what is the term used to describe the surgical creation of a hole into the sinus to allow the drainage of pus?
  1. Trephination
  2. Boreing
  3. Tenonectomy
  4. Siphon
100. When should oxytocin NOT be given during a dystocia?
  1. Dam has weak uterine muscular contractions
  2. Placenta is retained
  3. A malpositioned pup or kitten is present
  4. All of the above

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