Veterinary Drug Prescribing and Dispensing Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT acceptable for long term storage of medicines in a vehicle?

  • Fixed lockable box bolted to the floor
  • Lockable glove compartment
  • Lockable bag
  • Lockable box not fixed to the floor (correct)

    • In what circumstances should CDs be sent through the post?

  • For routine delivery
  • For urgent delivery
  • For international delivery
  • In exceptional circumstances using recorded delivery (correct)

    • How can suspected adverse events related to animal medicines be reported to the VMD in the UK?

  • In person
  • On-line via website (correct)
  • By postal mail
  • By phone call

    • What should be reported in relation to suspected adverse reactions?

    <p>Suspected adverse reactions and lack of efficacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which legislation can vets prescribe, administer, or supply controlled drugs in the course of their work?

    <p>Misuse of Drugs Act 1971</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the penalties for illegal possession/use of controlled drugs?

    <p>Classification of CDs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of controlled drugs carries a maximum penalty of 7 years in prison for possession and life imprisonment for supply?

    <p>Class A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001 govern?

    <p>Prescription and supply of controlled drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the Schedules 1-5 for controlled drugs depend on?

    <p>Risk of harm vs. benefit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following drugs is classified under Class B for controlled drugs?

    <p>Cannabis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum penalty for possession of Class C controlled drugs?

    <p>2 years in prison</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the RCVS inspections for veterinary premises?

    <p>To assess compliance with legislation and Practice Standards Scheme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does VMD inspect non-PSS premises for?

    <p>Compliance with legislation and veterinary drug storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does COSHH stand for in the context of veterinary practice?

    <p>Control of Substances Hazardous to Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification used by VMD for deficiencies found during inspections?

    <p>Minor, major, or critical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended method for monitoring temperature in vehicles storing drugs?

    <p>Data logger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to remove drugs from vehicles when not in use?

    <p>To prevent public access and ensure proper stock rotation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification for an enforcement action taken due to critical deficiencies?

    <p>Improvement notices, seizure notices, prosecution &amp; removal from register of VPP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of a vehicle as a 'public place' in the context of storing controlled drugs?

    <p>It requires additional security measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the basic requirements when stocking, prescribing, dispensing, and destroying controlled drugs?

    <p>To comply with current guidelines and legislative frameworks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Suspected Adverse Event (SAE) report in veterinary medicine?

    <p>To describe and report any adverse effects of drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the VMD in relation to controlled drugs?

    <p>Inspecting non-PSS premises and classifying deficiencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) inspections by RCVS?

    <p>To assess compliance with legislation and standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum penalty for possession of Class A controlled drugs?

    <p>7 years in prison and/or fine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legislation describes the requirements for storage of controlled drugs?

    <p>Misuse of Drugs (Safe Custody) Regs 1973</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of reporting suspected adverse events in veterinary medicine?

    <p>To improve safe and effective use of veterinary medicines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of controlled drugs carries a maximum penalty of 14 years in prison for supply?

    <p>Class B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which legislation can vets prescribe, administer, or supply controlled drugs in the course of their work?

    <p>Misuse of Drugs Act 1971</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) in relation to controlled drugs?

    <p>To regulate the use of controlled drugs in veterinary medicine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the penalties for illegal possession/use of controlled drugs?

    <p>Misuse of Drugs Act 1971</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) inspections by RCVS?

    <p>To assess the quality of veterinary premises and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of a vehicle as a 'public place' in the context of storing controlled drugs?

    <p>It requires additional security measures for drug storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the penalties for illegal possession/use of controlled drugs?

    <p>Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which legislation can vets prescribe, administer, or supply controlled drugs in the course of their work?

    <p>Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) in relation to controlled drugs?

    <p>Regulating the sale of veterinary medicines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) inspections by RCVS?

    <p>To assess compliance with legislation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the basic requirements when stocking, prescribing, dispensing, and destroying controlled drugs?

    <p>To comply with current guidelines and legislative frameworks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does COSHH stand for in the context of veterinary practice?

    <p>Control of Substances Hazardous to Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification used by VMD for deficiencies found during inspections?

    <p>Minor, major, or critical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum penalty for possession of Class B controlled drugs?

    <p>7 years in prison</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended method for monitoring temperature in vehicles storing drugs?

    <p>Min-max thermometer</p> Signup and view all the answers

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