CET Test Equipment & Measurement 4

Question 1

A technician draws 6 mL of euthanasia solution but notices a 0.2 mL air bubble remains. What should be done before injection?

Accepted Answer

Hold the syringe vertically with needle up and gently tap to float the bubble, then expel it

Answer

Tapping and expelling air ensures the full drug dose is delivered and prevents IV air embolism risk.

Question 2

Which type of scale is most appropriate for accurately weighing neonatal kittens (< 200 g) for euthanasia dose calculation?

Accepted Answer

A gram-precision digital scale with a range of 0–500 g

Answer

A high-precision gram scale ensures accurate weight measurement for very small animals where dosing errors are most critical.

Question 3

A technician uses an extension set (IV line) to administer euthanasia solution to a large animal. What must be confirmed about the set before drug delivery?

Accepted Answer

All clamps are open and the line has been flushed to remove air

Answer

Open clamps and an air-free line ensure unobstructed, accurate delivery of the full dose to the patient.

Question 4

When verifying death in a large animal, a stethoscope is placed over the cardiac region for auscultation. How long should the technician listen before confirming cardiac arrest?

Accepted Answer

At least 2–5 minutes

Answer

AVMA guidelines recommend auscultating for a minimum of 2–5 minutes in large animals to confirm irreversible cardiac arrest.

Question 5

A syringe is labeled 'for single use only.' A technician considers reusing it with a new needle after a first draw. What is the risk?

Accepted Answer

The plunger seal degrades, leading to inaccurate volume measurement on subsequent draws

Answer

Single-use syringes lose plunger seal integrity upon reuse, compromising dose accuracy and sterility.

(CET) Certified Euthanasia Technician Practice Test

(CET) Certified Euthanasia Technician Practice Test

CET Test Equipment & Measurement 4