AAVSB Veterinary Technician National - VTNE Exam Questions [2026]

QUESTION NO: 1
In the absence of surgery or trauma, causes of pain can include all except which of the following diseases?

A. Glaucoma B. Pancreatitis C. Estrus D. Bone cancer

Correct Answer: C

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QUESTION NO: 2
Which joints are evaluated by PennHIP radiographs?

A. Coxofemoral joint B. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) C. Stifle joint D. Atlantoocippital joint

Correct Answer: A

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QUESTION NO: 3
What type of receptor is a nociceptor?

A. Histamine receptor B. Pain receptor C. Photoreceptor D. Ionotropic receptor

Correct Answer: B

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QUESTION NO: 4
In order to ensure that an intravenous catheter remains patent, it should be flushed regularly with which of the following solutions?

A. Heparinized saline B. Sterile water C. 5% dextrose solution D. EDTA

Correct Answer: A

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QUESTION NO: 5
Marijuana ingestion is commonly associated with all except which of the following clinical signs?

A. Ataxia with dull mentation B. Dribbling urine C. Overly reactive to light and sound D. Increased appetite

Correct Answer: D

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QUESTION NO: 6
What is the medical abbreviation for the left eye?

A. OS B. OU C. OD D. AU

Correct Answer: A

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QUESTION NO: 7
You are asked to pass an orogastric tube in a cow to provide oral fluid administration as a bolus. All of the following pertain to this technique in cattle, except:

A. When passed correctly, the tube can often be palpable and sometimes visible on the left adjacent to the jugular groove (furrow) B. The rumen has a large capacity, permitting a large volume of fluid administration C. Utilize a Frick or similar speculum to assist in the passage of the tube D. Maintain the neck in slight extension to aid in passage

Correct Answer: D

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QUESTION NO: 8
Which phase of the anesthetic cycle corresponds to stage 3 of anesthesia?

A. Maintenance B. Induction C. Analgesia D. Recovery

Correct Answer: A

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QUESTION NO: 9
The primary mechanism of general anesthesia affects the:

A. Immune system B. Sympathetic nervous system C. Central nervous system D. Parasympathetic nervous system

Correct Answer: C

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QUESTION NO: 10
Stains are commonly used to evaluate various laboratory specimens. Proper storage is essential because many contain various dangerous components, including:

A. Alcohol B. Acidic dyes C. Various compounds with a neutral pH D. Aluminum cations

Correct Answer: A

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QUESTION NO: 11
What symptom can diazepam cause following IM injection?

A. Bradycardia B. Apnea C. Hypotension D. Pain

Correct Answer: D

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QUESTION NO: 12
What is the name of the bone-like connective tissue that covers the tooth roots?

A. Pulp B. Enamel C. Dentin D. Cementum

Correct Answer: D

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QUESTION NO: 13
What do neonatal pigs require during the first few weeks of their lives due to their lack of fat stores?

A. Supplemental heat B. Milk replacer C. Dextrose injections D. Iron dextran injections

Correct Answer: A

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QUESTION NO: 14
Which of the following is not a typical clinical sign of a maxillary carnassial root abscess in dogs?

A. A bleb or blister on the gingiva overlying the apical root region B. Firm swelling below the eye C. Droopy tongue D. Ocular discharge

Correct Answer: C

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