Free Oklahoma State Examination (Veterinary Medicine) Practice Questions

Sample Practice Questions

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1. 1An Oklahoma applicant has completed every other licensing item but scores 69 on the Oklahoma State Examination. What result is required before a license may issue?

   1. A.The applicant must obtain a score of at least 70Correct answer: A
   2. B.The applicant must obtain a score of at least 60
   3. C.The applicant must obtain a score of at least 75
   4. D.The applicant must obtain a score of at least 80

   Explanation: The Board instructions state: "You must receive a passing score of 70 or above before a license will be issued." A score of 69 therefore does not meet the stated threshold.

   Reference: Ok_Dvm_License_Packet — Oklahoma Licensure Application Instructions, p. 2

2. 2Under the Practice Act, which clinical decision is expressly included in veterinary practice?

   1. A.Diagnosing an animal conditionCorrect answer: A
   2. B.Selling pet supplies without advice
   3. C.Transporting an animal for an owner
   4. D.Operating a boarding kennel only

   Explanation: Section 698.11 includes "Diagnosing" animal disease, deformity, injury, and other conditions in veterinary practice.

   Reference: Ok Practice Act Current — 59 O.S. § 698.11(A)(1)

3. 3Who must a licensed Oklahoma veterinarian directly supervise when they are involved in the veterinarian's practice?

   1. A.An RVT, employed assistant, or SDVMCorrect answer: A
   2. B.Only the animal owner
   3. C.Only a receptionist
   4. D.Only a veterinary-school dean

   Explanation: OAC 775:25-1-4 requires direct supervision of any RVT, employed assistant, or SDVM involved in the veterinarian's practice.

   Reference: Ok Practice Act Current — OAC 775:25-1-4(a)

4. 4Which statement correctly describes a veterinary prescription drug under the Act?

   1. A.It excludes over-the-counter products for which adequate directions for lay use can be writtenCorrect answer: A
   2. B.It includes every animal product sold at retail
   3. C.It excludes all FDA-approved human drugs used for animals
   4. D.It requires no veterinarian involvement

   Explanation: Section 698.2 states that veterinary prescription drugs do not include over-the-counter products for which adequate directions for lay use can be written.

   Reference: Ok Practice Act Current — 59 O.S. § 698.2(15)

5. 5Buildings and grounds where animals are accepted for veterinary services must comply with which requirements?

   1. A.Applicable federal, state, local building, zoning, and health regulationsCorrect answer: A
   2. B.Only client preferences
   3. C.Only national examination standards
   4. D.Only veterinary-school policies

   Explanation: OAC 775:20-1-2(a) requires compliance with applicable building, zoning, and health regulations.

   Reference: Ok Practice Act Current — OAC 775:20-1-2(a)

6. 6Which sanction is available to the Oklahoma veterinary Board?

   1. A.Revocation of licensure or certificationCorrect answer: A
   2. B.Revocation of a client's citizenship
   3. C.Closure of a veterinary school nationwide
   4. D.Cancellation of a federal statute

   Explanation: Section 698.14a(A) lists revocation of licensure or certification among available sanctions.

   Reference: Ok Practice Act Current — 59 O.S. § 698.14a(A)(1)

7. 7After failing the Oklahoma State Examination, when may an applicant request reexamination?

   1. A.After 10 daysCorrect answer: A
   2. B.After 5 days
   3. C.After 30 days
   4. D.After 60 days

   Explanation: The Board instructions provide that an applicant who does not receive a passing score "may request a re-examination after (10) days."

   Reference: Ok_Dvm_License_Packet — Oklahoma Licensure Application Instructions, p. 2

8. 8A veterinarian proposes treatment after assuming responsibility for medical judgment and the owner agrees to follow instructions. Which additional VCPR element is required?

   1. A.Sufficient knowledge of the animal to initiate at least a preliminary diagnosisCorrect answer: A
   2. B.A written waiver of all follow-up care
   3. C.Ownership of the animal by the veterinarian
   4. D.A referral from a veterinary technician

   Explanation: The VCPR definition requires "sufficient knowledge of the animal or animals ... to initiate at least a general or preliminary diagnosis."

   Reference: Ok Practice Act Current — 59 O.S. § 698.1

9. 9What limitation applies when a veterinarian delegates an act?

   1. A.It must be legally delegable and consistent with the person's training, experience, and competenceCorrect answer: A
   2. B.It may be any act requested by a client
   3. C.It may be any act if the practice is busy
   4. D.It may be any act after a verbal waiver

   Explanation: OAC 775:25-1-4 limits delegation to acts allowed by law and consistent with training, experience, and professional competence.

   Reference: Ok Practice Act Current — OAC 775:25-1-4(a)

10. 10How long must an Oklahoma veterinarian retain a legible patient record that contains no prescription-drug dispensation information?

    1. A.Three yearsCorrect answer: A
    2. B.One year
    3. C.Two years
    4. D.Seven years

    Explanation: OAC 775:25-1-2(a) requires a legible patient record for three years unless it contains prescription-drug dispensation information.

    Reference: Ok Practice Act Current — OAC 775:25-1-2(a)