DOMAINS AIMVT

INTERNAL MEDICINE – GENERAL

1. ANESTHESIA and ANALGESIA – 8% of test

1. TASK – Working with the veterinarian, perform a pre anesthetic and/or assessment of pain examination of the patient and a review of the medical history, previous protocols, and diagnostic tests of the patient in order to optimize anesthesia or analgesia. 2% of test
2. TASK – Working with the veterinarian, develop or assess an anesthetic plan that optimizes patient safety and is appropriate to the procedure. 2% of test
3. TASK – Working with the veterinarian, develop or assess an analgesic plan that optimizes patient safety and comfort and is appropriate to the procedure or condition. 2% of test
4. TASK – Working with the veterinarian, implement an anesthetic plan and/or analgesic plan, including patient monitoring, to optimize the personnel and patient safety and the efficacy of the plan. 2% of test

2. BODY MECHANICS and SYSTEMS – (Anatomy and Physiology) – 17% of test

1. TASK – Identify the anatomy of small or large animal species to enhance animal care. 10% of test
2. TASK – Demonstrate a thorough understanding of organ systems to enhance animal care. 2% of test
3. TASK – Demonstrate a detailed understanding of physiology of small or large animal species to enhance animal care. 2% of test
4. TASK – Understand and explain excretions, absorption and secretions to enhance animal care. 3% of test

3. DIAGNOSTIC and LABORATORY TESTS and STUDIES – 26% of test
1. TASK – Collect appropriate specimen(s) for diagnostic evaluation. 6% of test
2. TASK – Perform diagnostic tests and studies as prescribed by the veterinarian (i.e. auscultation, diagnostic imaging, measurement of blood pressure) to ensure diagnostic, quality results. 4% of test
3. TASK – Perform laboratory tests and studies as prescribed by the veterinarian (i.e. microscopy, clotting tests, cross match) to ensure diagnostic, quality results. 6% of test
4. TASK – Discuss indications for use and interpretation of results for diagnostic tests and studies with the veterinarian and/or client to provide optimal patient care. 5% of test
5. TASK – Maintain diagnostic and laboratory equipment, including quality control procedures, to ensure accurate results and maintain safety through out the process. 5% of test

4. DISEASES – 11% of test
1. TASK – Recognize and discuss signs, symptoms, complications, pathology, pathophysiology and outcomes of disease with the veterinarian and/or client in order to provide optimal patient care. 7% of test
2. TASK – Discuss the transmission, pathways and etiology of diseases with the veterinarian and/or client to provide optimal patient care and ensure biosafety. 3% of test
3. TASK – Discuss immunology and disease prevention with the veterinarian and/or client to provide optimal patient care. 1% of test

5. PHARMACOLOGY – 7% of test
1. TASK –Perform drug calculations as directed by the veterinarian to ensure patient and client safety. 2% of test
2. TASK – Comprehend, anticipate and recognize drug reactions, contraindications, interactions, absorption, administration protocols and mechanics to ensure patient, client and personnel safety. 4% of test
3. TASK – Calculate, formulate, and administer the proper nutritional requirements of animals and disease states to optimize patient care. 1% of test

6. ANIMAL CARE, MANAGEMENT, NURSING and TREATMENT – 31% of test
1. TASK - Calculate, formulate, administer and monitor the proper prescribed fluid therapy treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian to achieve optimal fluid balance. 16% of test
2. TASK - Working with the veterinarian, discuss treatment indications and possible reactions, both favorable and adverse to enhance patient care. 2% of test
3. TASK – Monitor the patient through out the treatment plan to ensure patient health and safety. 3% of test
4. TASK – Safely provide access to various body systems. 3% of test
5. TASK – Safely restrain and handle animals in order to optimize patient outcome and ensure personnel safety. 7% of test