Review Questions and Answers for Veterinary Technicians (3rd Edition, Book & CD-ROM) [Paperback]

Thomas P. Colville DVM MSc (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0323019269 | ISBN-13: 978-0323019262 | Publication Date: February 14, 2003 | Edition: 3

An excellent study guide for veterinary technician students, this book is an ideal review for final examinations, state certification examinations, and the Veterinary Technician National Examination. The sections in the text mirror the sections on the national exam, with over 2,800 multiple-choice questions - written by expert veterinary technician educators - that contain the most current information available on various subject areas. A companion CD-ROM features 2,400 additional questions in tutorial mode, categorized by subject matter, with immediate feedback and rationales for correct answers. Test mode on the CD-ROM allows the user to take three randomized 200-question tests a maximum of three times each, which provides feedback on scores in each of the subject areas and points out areas requiring further study.

• Questions are written at appropriate level for veterinary technician students and practicing veterinary technicians, making this book a practical source for review.
• More than 5,000 questions in all provide a valuable review experience on various subject areas within the scope of the veterinary technician's duties.
• Questions are designed to test factual knowledge, reasoning skills, and clinical judgment.
• Answers with rationales for correct answers are provided in an answer key at the back of the book, along with sample answer sheets for practice.
• All questions are multiple-choice, the format most commonly used in certification exams.

• All 2,800 questions in the book are completely new to this edition.
• A new CD-ROM contains 2,400 additional questions, providing twice as many questions for study as the last edition, as well as the option of taking actual practice tests.

Editorial Reviews

Review

REVIEWS OF PREVIOUS EDITIONS:

"I used this text to study for my national boards two years ago and recommend to all of the students I encounter. It's a great way to test yourself before you take the exam. I purchased it about 6 weeks prior to. Each section gives you multiple choice questions about the knowledge you have already obtained. You can then grade yourself on the sections and see what weak areas you may need to "touch up on" before you test. It's well worth the money. I passed the exam, and felt it prepared me." - Anonymous User, Virginia (Amazon.com reviewer)

"Wonderful!! This is a great book for studying for the board exams (or for your own personal knowledge)... covers every aspect of veterinary technology you'd ever want to know about!" - Anonymous User, Southern Oregon (Amazon.com reviewer)

"Excellent study-guide. I am studying now to take my boards in the Spring. This workbook is an excellent way for me to test myself, locate my areas of weakness and to improve upon those areas in time for the boards. My classmates all liked it so much, they asked me to order copies for them too!" - Anonymous User, Fairmont, West Virginia (Amazon.com reviewer)

"THE BEST STUDY BOOK TO GET!!! This is a great book to study with. It will help you know what to study and it explains most answers you have. Totally worth your money!! - Anonymous User, GF, WA (Amazon.com reviewer)

About the Author

Thomas Colville, DVM, Department of Veterinary and Microbiological Sciences, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 3 edition (February 14, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323019269
• ISBN-13: 978-0323019262
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #241,089 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Study Tool for Vet Techs AND Instructors!, May 8, 2005

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Cecilia Sullivan "Vet Tech, Mom, and Simperin... (Portland, Oregon) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Review Questions and Answers for Veterinary Technicians (3rd Edition, Book & CD-ROM) (Paperback)

I used the second edition book back when I took (and aced) the VTNE for my Oregon certification. Let me also state that I "grandfathered in" as a Certified Veterinary Technician, meaning that what I knew, I'd picked up along the many years working in the field, as opposed to a formal academic environment. Years later, I used the 3rd edition for the California State Board Exam. The tests are similar enough that I passed the latter with flying colors (after all, the science is the same, regardless of geography!) I owe much of the success in both cases to the Colville guide.
I am now an instructor for the Vet Tech program at a local college, and recommend this book as an adjunct for studying--the CD-ROM is really helpful. It offers immediate feedback with the correct answers, which is much like using flash cards, only neater.
Whether you're a student studying for your first Board Exam, or a veteran of the field in need of a refresher course, this book does not disappoint.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!!, September 14, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Review Questions and Answers for Veterinary Technicians (2nd Edition, Book Only) (Paperback)

This is a great book for studying for the board exams (or for your own personal knowledge)... covers every aspect of veterinary technology you'd ever want to know about!

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Review Questions and Answers for Veterinary Technicians, June 15, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Review Questions and Answers for Veterinary Technicians (2nd Edition, Book Only) (Paperback)

I used this text to study for my national boards two years ago and recommend to all of the students I encounter. It's a great way to test yourself before you take the exam. I purchased it about 6 weeks prior to. Each section gives you multiple choice questions about the knowledge you have already obtained. You can then grade yourself on the sections and see what weak areas you may need to "touch up on" before you test. It's well worth the money. I passed the exam, and felt it prepared me.