Arizona CVT case studies
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The Arizona Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential is a state-level designation for veterinary technicians who meet Arizona's requirements for certification and who pass the required examination. It is intended for technicians working in general practice, specialty hospitals, emergency clinics, shelters, and research settings who want formal recognition of their training and a clear path to titled practice within the state. The Arizona CVT case studies are 5 cases and about 2,057 words.
1Postoperative Pain Management in a Dog with Renal Impairment
A 7-year-old male neutered Labrador Retriever (32 kg) underwent a cystotomy for urolithiasis. Preoperative bloodwork showed creatinine 2.8 mg/dL (reference 0.5–1.8), BUN 45 mg/dL (reference 7–27), and urine specific gravity 1.015.
434 words, about 2 min2Anesthetic Management for a Cat with a Foreign Body
A 3-year-old female spayed domestic shorthair cat (4.5 kg) presents with a 2-day history of vomiting and anorexia. Abdominal palpation reveals a linear foreign body under the tongue.
429 words, about 2 min3Dental Extraction in a Dog with Periodontal Disease and Coagulopathy
A 9-year-old male neutered Miniature Schnauzer (8 kg) is presented for dental cleaning and possible extractions due to severe halitosis and difficulty eating. Oral examination reveals grade 3 periodontal disease with mobility of the right maxillary fourth premolar (tooth 108) and mandibular first molar (tooth 409).
435 words, about 2 min4Diagnostic Imaging and Lab Interpretation in a Vomiting Dog
A 5-year-old female spayed Border Collie (18 kg) presents with acute vomiting, lethargy, and abdominal pain. The veterinarian orders a complete blood count (CBC), serum biochemistry, urinalysis, and abdominal radiographs.
402 words, about 2 min5Emergency Triage and Critical Care for a Hit-by-Car Cat
A 2-year-old male intact domestic shorthair cat is brought to the emergency clinic after being hit by a car. The cat is recumbent, has pale mucous membranes, a heart rate of 220 bpm, respiratory rate of 60 breaths/min, and a temperature of 97.0°F (36.1°C).
357 words, about 2 min