Free North Carolina Examination (Veterinary Medicine) Practice Questions

Sample Practice Questions

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1. 1A graduate is applying for an initial North Carolina veterinary license. Which educational credential satisfies the basic statutory qualification?

   1. A.Graduation from an AVMA-accredited veterinary schoolCorrect answer: A
   2. B.Completion of an approved veterinary technician program
   3. C.Five years of supervised animal-care employment
   4. D.Board certification in a veterinary specialty

   Explanation: G.S. 90-187(b) requires that the application show the applicant is "a graduate of an accredited veterinary school." The AVMA-accredited veterinary degree meets that requirement.

   Reference: Chapter 90 - Article 11 — G.S. 90-187(b)

2. 2Which examinations must an initial North Carolina veterinary applicant pass under the Board rule?

   1. A.NAVLE only
   2. B.North Carolina Examination only
   3. C.NAVLE and the North Carolina ExaminationCorrect answer: C
   4. D.NAVLE and a mandatory clinical skills examination

   Explanation: Rule .0301 says the Board administers the NAVLE and "shall also administer a special North Carolina Examination." Both are part of licensure by examination.

   Reference: Oah Chapter 66 Rules — 21 NCAC 66 .0301(b)-(d)

3. 3Before North Carolina will consider an application from a graduate of a non-AVMA-accredited veterinary program, what additional proof is required?

   1. A.A specialty-board certificate
   2. B.Completion of ECFVG or PAVE certificationCorrect answer: B
   3. C.Three years of North Carolina practice
   4. D.A faculty appointment at a veterinary college

   Explanation: G.S. 90-187(c) requires "successful completion" of either the ECFVG or PAVE certification program before the application may be considered.

   Reference: Chapter 90 - Article 11 — G.S. 90-187(c)

4. 4What body of law does the special North Carolina veterinary examination evaluate?

   1. A.The Veterinary Practice Act and Board administrative rulesCorrect answer: A
   2. B.The federal food and drug statute only
   3. C.Veterinary school accreditation standards only
   4. D.North Carolina pharmacy rules only

   Explanation: Rule .0301(d) states that the examination evaluates knowledge of "Article 11 of Chapter 90 and 21 NCAC 66."

   Reference: Oah Chapter 66 Rules — 21 NCAC 66 .0301(d)

5. 5A veterinarian licensed elsewhere seeks North Carolina licensure without retaking the national written examination. How much recent practice must the applicant ordinarily document?

   1. A.One of the preceding three years
   2. B.Two of the preceding four years
   3. C.Three of the preceding five yearsCorrect answer: C
   4. D.Five of the preceding seven years

   Explanation: G.S. 90-187.3(a)(2) requires practice for "at least three of the five years immediately preceding" the application.

   Reference: Chapter 90 - Article 11 — G.S. 90-187.3(a)(2)

6. 6A faculty certificate holder at the NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine leaves the university. What happens to the certificate?

   1. A.It remains valid until December 31
   2. B.It converts to a limited license
   3. C.It automatically expiresCorrect answer: C
   4. D.It remains valid for 60 days

   Explanation: Rule .0203(a) provides that the faculty exemption certificate "shall automatically expire when the holder's relationship is terminated" with the school and university.

   Reference: Oah Chapter 66 Rules — 21 NCAC 66 .0203(a)

7. 7An otherwise qualified veterinarian licensed in another state applies in North Carolina. Which written examination still must be passed?

   1. A.A new NAVLE administration
   2. B.The North Carolina license examinationCorrect answer: B
   3. C.The VTNE
   4. D.A veterinary specialty-board examination

   Explanation: G.S. 90-187.3(a)(6) requires "a passing score on the written North Carolina license examination."

   Reference: Chapter 90 - Article 11 — G.S. 90-187.3(a)(6)

8. 8A North Carolina veterinarian changes employment and mailing address. By when must the Board be notified?

   1. A.Within 10 days
   2. B.Within 30 days
   3. C.Within 60 daysCorrect answer: C
   4. D.At the next annual renewal

   Explanation: Rule .0106(a) requires notice of current address and employment information "within 60 days of any change."

   Reference: Oah Chapter 66 Rules — 21 NCAC 66 .0106(a)

9. 9For how long may North Carolina issue a temporary permit to a nonresident veterinarian who is validly licensed elsewhere?

   1. A.No more than 30 days
   2. B.No more than 45 days
   3. C.No more than 60 daysCorrect answer: C
   4. D.No more than 90 days

   Explanation: G.S. 90-187.4(a)(2) limits this temporary permit to "no more than 60 days."

   Reference: Chapter 90 - Article 11 — G.S. 90-187.4(a)(2)

10. 10How does North Carolina classify delivery of veterinary medical services through telemedicine?

    1. A.As administrative communication
    2. B.As veterinary consulting only
    3. C.As the practice of veterinary medicineCorrect answer: C
    4. D.As unregulated client education

    Explanation: Rule .0211(a) states, "The delivery of veterinary medical services through telemedicine is the practice of veterinary medicine."

    Reference: Oah Chapter 66 Rules — 21 NCAC 66 .0211(a)