Legal Aspects of Veterinary Practice

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Taken from Orientation to Veterinary Technology, Section 2.2. Penn Foster College
Kathryn Grimes
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Veterinary Practice Act A set of laws that governs veterinary medicine in a particular state
Veterinary Medical Board A group of veterinarians that are appointed by the governor to oversee veterinary medicine in that state
Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA) An AVMA committee that accredits veterinary technology programs
Controlled Substance Act A federal law that controls the manufacture, purchase, and distribution of certain medications
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) A division of the US Department of Labor; enforces laws protecting workers from workplace hazards
Food and Drug Administration An agency of the US Department of Health and Human services that was created to ensure safe and effective food, drugs and medical devices
Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) FDA branch that monitors the animal health industry, administering the sections of the food, drugs, and cosmetics act that pertains to animals
Animal Welfare Act A group of federal laws designed to ensure that laboratory animals receive the best possible care
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