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CASPer TEST with Complete SolutionsDescribe a time when you had to sacrifice something. CORRECT ANS-I spent most of
college looking for my passion. When I finally discovered my passion for veterinary medicine,
I was in my second semester of my junior year. In order to prepare for vet school applications,
I needed to gather experience. I volunteered many weekends at vaccine clinics, and gradually
spent more and more time outside of my apartment, and away from my friends. I sacrificed
my time that could have been spent with my friends having fun, but ultimately I do not regret
this decision as I was able to grow from the experience and get closer to my dream.
Describe one time when your boss had to confront you about an issue with your work.
CORRECT ANS-When I first started as a veterinary technician, I was still learning what
questions to ask in order to obtain a brief history to report to the doctor. My boss confronted
me because I took too long to obtain history. Afterwards, I asked to see how the other
technicians were taking history, and I learned about what questions to ask, and how to
document the answers succinctly.
Describe a past situation in which your ethics were challenged. CORRECT ANS-cheating
Describe a time when you used teamwork to solve a problem. CORRECT ANS-When I was
volunteering at a free vaccine clinic, there was a particularly fractious dog that would attempt
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to bite any person that got too close. To solve this problem, we had one technician restraining
the animal, one technician on standby ready to jump in if anything happened, and the owners
were present to distract the dog with compliments and treats, while I was administering the
vaccine.
Describe a disappointment from your life. CORRECT ANS-I once applied for a veterinary
technician position at a veterinary emergency hospital. However, after a month had passed
with no response, I sent a follow-up email to inquire about my initial email. After another two
weeks, I showed up to the clinic in person to deliver my resume, but again I received no
response. I was disappointed that I did not receive even a rejection notification, however, I
took this as a learning experience to better myself so that I can be a more competitive
applicant in the future.
Briefly describe a time when you hesitated or chose not to help someone. What were the
reasons behind your dilemma? CORRECT ANS-As a veterinary technician, I am still working
during the pandemic. One time, I was picking up a pet from the owner outside our clinic.
When I received the pet's leash, I was in the middle of explaining the exam procedure when
the elderly owner dropped his phone. My initial instinct was to bend down and help the
owner retrieve his phone; however, in light of COVID-19, I hesitated and chose not to help in
order to limit contact to potentially contaminated surfaces. Although this decision felt
unnatural, I believe I made the right decision to protect the team of healthcare professionals I
work with, and this will in turn protect our clients.
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Have you ever been at odds with a coworker? How did you handle this? CORRECT ANS-Yes.
When I was filling medication for a patient, I used a rubberband to tie together the drug
formulary to the pill container. My coworker angrily confronted me because she was upset
that I wrapped the rubber band around the container too many times. While I understood
that this was an inconvenience for her, I was not happy with the tone she used. I explained
that I recognized her concern and agreed with her, and that next time I would not wrap the
rubberband so many times. However, I also asked her to speak in a more professional and
kindly manner, after which she calmed down and the issue was resolved.
What is the greatest challenge you have ever faced and what did you do to overcome it?
CORRECT ANS-The greatest challenge I ever faced was when my family was against me
pursuing vet school. My family believed that doctors for animals were "less" than doctors for
humans, even though they knew that I was passionate about animal care. In the end, I
realized that I would be the one working
What quality or personality trait is most important in the veterinary profession? CORRECT
ANS-I believe that you should look for candidates that are empathetic. While good grades and
gpa are important, I think it is even more important to look for individuals who can
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understand patients and what they are going through. To be able to get down on their level,
and put themselves in their shoes. Though we might not have gone through exactly what they
are going through, we have all felt disappointed or scared (or whatever they are feeling), and
apply that to the situation. I believe that great health care stems from empathy.
Do you get frustrated or angry? CORRECT ANS-Frustration and anger are natural emotions
that every individual experiences. However, the way people handle their emotions differ.
When I feel frustration or anger, I step back and ask myself questions to calm down and think
through the situation. By doing so, I am able to better formulate a strategy to address the
issue I am facing.
Tell me about a time that you made a mistake at work? CORRECT ANS-When I first started
as a vet tech, I wrongly told a client that we carried a brand of medication that they wanted.
When the client showed up, I apologized profusely that we did not carry the brand they had
asked about, but that we did carry the same medication under a different brand. From this
experience, I learned to think carefully before speaking, and to not be afraid to double check
the accuracy of my statements before sharing them.
What do you do if a patient refuses to be seen by a PA? CORRECT ANS-First off, everyone is
entitled to what kind of provider they want to see. I would tell them what a PA is and that I
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