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ALAT U1 Practice Q

Definions for UNIT1 of ALAT Certification Exam.

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In 1967, the Animal Care Panel changed its name to what? American Association for Laboratory Animal Science
Who led the group of veterinarians that met in Chicago and formed the Animal Care Panel in 1950? Dr. Nathan Brewer
Why are animals used to study human disease? The physiological processes in animal models can be very similar to humans.
What is NOT a method used by researchers to reduce the number of animals used? Using invertebrates rather than mammals
Which member of the research team coordinates animal care activities and advises on the selection of appropriate animal models? Laboratory animal veterinarian
What does the acronym "SOP" stand for? Standard operating procedure
Which member of the research team plans and coordinates all phases of the research work? Principal investigator
Specific legal protections for employees who discover and report issues on noncompliance are also known as what? Whistleblower laws
What is the first step to take to try to resolve a conflict with a co-worker? Talk to your co-worker and see if you can discuss the issues and work out the problem.
What mandate or document must be studied in addition to the ALAT Training Manual to prepare for the ALAT technician certification examination? The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals
What regulation specifically protects employees who report significant deficits in a research program? Animal Welfare Act
RALAT is the acronym for which of the following? Registered Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician
Which of the following duties would not be routinely performed by an ALAT? Surgical procedures
Which document on animal research is reviewed and approved by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee? Animal use protocol
What is NOT stated as a requirement for compliance with the US Principles for the Utilization and Care of Vertebrate Animals Used in Testing, Research and Training? Principal investigators should determine where exceptions to these principles are required and may ignore them if they decide it is a scientific necessity.
Which of the following species is covered by the Animal Welfare Act? Hamsters
According to the Animal Welfare Regulations, to which official does the IACUC report? The Institutional Official (IO) or Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
What is NOT a requirement of the AWA/AWR a researcher must comply with, if they house covered species? Appoint an unaffiliated member to the IACUC.
What types of euthanasia methods are listed in the AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals? Acceptable, conditionally acceptable, and unacceptable methods
What federal agency is responsible for enforcing and administering the Animal Welfare Regulations? Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Which agency is responsible for enforcing the Public Health Service Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals (PHS Policy)? Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare
What organisms are covered in the the PHS Policy? All live vertebrates used or intended for use in research, training, experimental purposes and biological testing.
What is the term for the field of study concerned with the philosophical issues raised by some medical procedures and treatments? Bioethics
What is NOT a component of an animal care and use program described in the Guide? Genotyping procedures
If an incident of animal misuse is not resolved after contacting your supervisor, you can submit your concerns to whom? IACUC chair
Which organization accredits laboratory animal facilities that demonstrate that they are meeting the standards outlined in the Guide and all federal and local regulations? AAALAC International
Using the minimum number of animals that will serve a useful purpose, yet yield statistically sound data and produce scientific benefit demonstrates which 3R’s principle? Reduction
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