NAVTA Practice Test

What does the Veterinary Practice Act encompass?

1. Physical therapy for animals

2. State regulations for all veterinary professionals

3. International standards for animal care

4. Guidelines for ethical advertising

The correct answer is: State regulations for all veterinary professionals

The Veterinary Practice Act specifically pertains to state regulations within the United States for all veterinary professionals. The other choices, while related to animal care in some respect, do not fall under the same jurisdiction or scope as the Veterinary Practice Act. Physical therapy for animals would fall under the realm of animal rehabilitation and may have separate regulations or guidelines. International standards for animal care may be addressed by organizations such as the World Organization for Animal Health, but would not be outlined in the Veterinary Practice Act. Ethical advertising guidelines may be set by professional organizations or specific laws, but would not normally be included in the Veterinary Practice Act. Therefore, B is the most accurate answer as it pertains to the specific focus of the Veterinary Practice Act.