Veterinary Pharmacy and Drug Management
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Which route of drug administration is associated with the slowest absorption rate?

  • Intravenous (IV)
  • Oral
  • Intramuscular (IM)
  • Subcutaneous (SC) (correct)

Intramuscular (IM) injections can be used in the hindquarters of food-producing animals.

False (B)

What type of drugs should not be administered through the Subcutaneous route?

irritating or hyperosmotic drugs

Subcutaneous injections can be used for administering _____ such as insulin and vaccines.

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Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of intramuscular (IM) injections?

<p>slow healing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of injection with its characteristic:

<p>Subcutaneous (SC) = Used for insulin and vaccines Intravenous (IV) = Immediate absorption and effect Intramuscular (IM) = Faster absorption than SC but slower than IV Intranasal = Administered through the nasal passages</p> Signup and view all the answers

Intramuscular injections are a safe way to administer irritating substances.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one potential problem associated with IM injections.

<p>carcass damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the Authorized Medicine Sales (AMS) Regulation?

<p>Ensure food safety (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Qualification Certificate holders can provide specific disease information to livestock producers.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be present at all times in outlets other than veterinary clinics?

<p>At least one Qualification Certificate holder</p> Signup and view all the answers

A _____ is a person authorized to treat patients with any drug listed in the Prescription Drug List.

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

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of license holders?

<p>Prescribe specific medications (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Drug mitigation refers to the decrease of drug effectiveness.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of using controlled or narcotic drugs improperly?

<p>Undue suffering in animals and drug residues in food products</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the terms with their definitions:

<p>Mitigation = Relief or alleviation of symptoms Practitioner = Authorized person treating with drugs Withdrawal times = Period before the animal can return to food production Prescription Drug List = List of drugs authorized for treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used when the response to using two or more drugs together is greater than the sum of their individual responses?

<p>Synergism (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An antagonist drug elicits a specific response when binding to a receptor.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name an example of a synergistic drug combination mentioned in the content.

<p>Clavamox (Amoxicillin + Clavulanate)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A drug with a high level of affinity for a receptor that elicits a specific response is known as an _______.

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

Which drug combination is an example of antagonism?

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The term 'partial agonist' refers to a drug with a low level of affinity for a receptor.

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Match the following drug effects with their definitions:

<p>Agonist = A drug that elicits a specific response Partial agonist = A drug that elicits a moderate response Antagonist = A drug that blocks receptor binding Synergism = Combined effect greater than individual effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the alteration of a drug’s effect due to the administration of another drug?

<p>Drug/drug interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of an RVT regarding drugs?

<p>Educate clients on drug use (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An RVT can dispense a drug only if there is a valid Veterinary Client Patient Relationship (VCPR).

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does VCPR stand for?

<p>Veterinary Client Patient Relationship</p> Signup and view all the answers

The study of how drugs work and their effects on the body is called ______.

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

Which term refers to the study of what happens to a drug in the animal's body?

<p>Pharmacokinetics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

List one key aspect that an RVT must understand when administering drugs.

<p>Adverse effects or pharmacotherapeutics</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Pharmacotherapeutics = Study of drug effects and mechanisms Pharmacokinetics = What happens to the drug in the body Toxicology = Study of harmful effects of drugs Dispensing = Providing a drug per a veterinarian's prescription</p> Signup and view all the answers

RVTs may have the responsibility of ordering drugs for the ______.

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

What is the drug half-life?

<p>The time required to eliminate half of the administered dose (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Drug metabolism can dictate how frequently a drug dose must be administered.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one factor that affects drug absorption?

<p>pH level of the stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

It takes approximately ten ______ to eliminate 99.9% of a drug from the plasma.

<p>half-lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the routes of drug elimination with their descriptions:

<p>Liver = Metabolism and breakdown of drugs Kidneys = Excretion of drug metabolites through urine Bile = Excretion of drug metabolites through feces Lungs = Elimination of volatile substances from the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following disease states can affect drug excretion?

<p>Heart failure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All drugs are eliminated from the body within one half-life period.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain what is meant by the term 'drug distribution.'

<p>The process by which a drug disperses throughout the body's fluids and tissues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor is crucial for the proper distribution rate of drugs through the kidneys?

<p>Healthy kidneys with normal renal blood flow (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Glandular secretions can only affect humans and not nursing offspring.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the time required for the amount of drug in the blood to be reduced by one half?

<p>half-life</p> Signup and view all the answers

The liver excretes drugs into bile, which may be eliminated in the ______.

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

Match the following routes of drug elimination with their descriptions:

<p>Biliary Excretion = Drugs excreted into bile and eliminated through the GIT Intestinal Excretion = Active transport secretion across the GIT mucosa Glandular Secretions = Secretion of drugs in saliva, milk, or sweat Lungs = Elimination of gas anesthetics in expired air</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a consequence of drug residues in milk?

<p>Potential allergic reactions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lipophilic drugs are easily reabsorbed back into circulation through the kidney tubules.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of alkaline saliva in ruminants regarding drug excretion?

<p>It traps acidic drugs or metabolites.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Veterinary Client Patient Relationship (VCPR)

A legal relationship between a veterinarian and a client that allows the veterinarian to prescribe medications for their pet.

Pharmacy

The branch of health science focusing on drug preparation, dispensing, and proper usage.

Dispensing a Drug

Providing a prescribed drug to a client based on a prescription from a veterinarian.

Pharmacokinetics

The study of how drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and eliminated from the body.

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Pharmacodynamics

The study of how drugs work at the cellular and organ level.

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Pharmacotherapeutics

The use of medications to treat or prevent diseases.

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Toxicology

The study of the harmful effects of drugs or substances.

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Role of an RVT in Pharmacy

The actions of a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) related to pharmacy in a veterinary clinic.

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Drug Absorption

The process by which a drug moves from its site of administration into the bloodstream.

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Factors Affecting Absorption

Factors that can influence how quickly and completely a drug is absorbed, such as the route of administration, drug solubility, and gastrointestinal pH.

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Drug Distribution

The process by which a drug is transported throughout the body, reaching its target site of action.

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Drug Half-Life

The time it takes for the concentration of a drug in the blood to decrease by half.

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Drug Metabolism

The process by which the body breaks down and eliminates drugs.

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Routes of Drug Elimination

The primary mechanisms by which the body eliminates drugs, involving the kidneys, liver, intestines, lungs, and other organs.

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Renal Excretion

The process by which drugs are filtered from the blood by the kidneys and excreted in the urine.

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Biliary Excretion

The process by which drugs are secreted into the bile by the liver and eliminated in the feces.

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Intramuscular (IM) injection

Drug injected into the muscle, resulting in faster absorption than subcutaneous injections, but not as fast as intravenous injections.

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Subcutaneous (SC, SQ) injection

A method of administering medication that involves injecting the drug under the skin, resulting in slower absorption compared to intramuscular injections.

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Intravenous (IV) injection

A technique using needle injections directly into a vein, resulting in the fastest absorption rate.

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Carcass Damage

A potentially harmful condition that can occur when administering injections, especially in the hindquarters of food-producing animals, as it may affect the quality of the meat.

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Ear Injection in Cattle

The process of administering drugs into the ear, specifically used for growth implants in cattle, and more recently, for antibiotic injections.

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Delayed Absorption Medication

A form of medication that is designed to release the active ingredient slowly over time, delaying absorption and prolonging the duration of effect.

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Potential Complications of IM Injection

The potential risks associated with intramuscular injections, including pain, inflammation, tissue damage, nerve damage, and abscess formation.

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Irritating or Hyperosmotic Drugs

Medicines that can cause irritation or damage when injected, making them unsuitable for subcutaneous or intramuscular administration.

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Drug Excretion

The elimination of a drug from the body through urine, feces, breath, or sweat.

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Disease States Affecting Drug Pharmacokinetics

Conditions like liver disease, kidney disease, and heart failure can affect how drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, or excreted.

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Drug Administration Routes

The route by which a drug enters the body, like oral, intravenous, or topical.

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Factors Affecting Drug Pharmacokinetics

Factors like age, body weight, genetics, and food intake can impact how a drug is absorbed, distributed, metabolized, or excreted.

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Additive Drug Effect

Combined effect of two or more drugs is equal to the sum of their individual effects.

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Synergistic Drug Effect

Combined effect of two or more drugs is greater than the sum of their individual effects.

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Antagonistic Drug Effect

Combined effect of two or more drugs is less than the sum of their individual effects.

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Agonist

A drug that binds to a receptor and triggers a specific response.

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Partial Agonist

A drug that binds to a receptor but only partially triggers a response.

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Antagonist

A drug that blocks another drug from binding to a receptor, preventing a response.

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Drug Affinity

The strength of a drug's attraction to a receptor.

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Drug-Drug Interaction

The change in a drug's effect due to prior or concurrent administration of another drug.

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Mitigation

The act of relieving or reducing suffering.

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Drug

Any substance used to diagnose, treat, or prevent disease, disorder, or abnormal physical states in humans or animals.

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Practitioner

A person legally authorized to treat patients with prescribed medications.

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Withdrawal Time

The period of time after drug administration during which residues in food products from treated animals must not be consumed.

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Labeling Drugs

Providing information on the safe use of drugs to livestock producers.

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Drug Dispensing

The process of dispensing drugs to clients based on a prescription from a veterinarian.

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Food Safety

The primary goal of the Authorized Medicine Sales (AMS) Regulation, ensuring the safety of food products derived from treated animals.

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Qualification Certificate

A document authorizing a person to dispense drugs at outlets other than veterinary clinics.

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Study Notes

Module A1: Pharmacy Terms

  • As an RVT, you need knowledge and competence in the language of pharmacy, a vital part of veterinary practices.
  • Pharmacy is the branch of health sciences dealing with the preparation, dispensing, and proper use of drugs.
  • It's the place where drugs are stored, compounded, or prepared for dispensing.
  • RVT role regarding drugs includes defining VCPR (Veterinary Client-Patient Relationship) and key drug terminology.
  • RVTs need to identify sources of drugs.

Module A2: Drug Forms/Administration

  • RVTs need to understand drug forms and administration routes.
  • This includes drug physical states (liquids, semi-solids, solids, gases).
  • Different drug forms (e.g., tablets, capsules, liquids, ointments, etc.) have unique advantages and disadvantages for administration.
  • Various routes of administration (e.g., oral, topical, parenteral, inhalation) have varying effects and potential problems.

Module A3: Pharmacokinetics & Pharmacodynamics

  • Pharmacokinetics describes what happens to a drug in the body after administration (absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion).
  • Factors affecting absorption include the route of administration (oral, parenteral, topical, inhalation).
  • Factors affecting drug distribution include the concentration gradient and protein binding. Drugs are stored or distributed throughout the body.
  • Absorption is the process where drugs cross barriers to the bloodstream.
  • Drug metabolism (biotransformation) chemically alters drugs to be eliminated.
  • Factors affecting metabolism include enzyme induction/inhibition by other drugs and individual differences between species.

Module A4: Drug Reactions

  • RVTs must be aware of potential drug interactions and animal reactions to drugs.
  • Possible interactions (summation, synergism, antagonism) should be identified.
  • Types of adverse reactions (mild to fatal) must be known, such as allergies, photosensitization, organ damage, or blood disorders.

Module A5: Drug Legislation & Dispensing Procedures

  • RVTs need to know drug legislation and dispensing procedures.
  • The Authorized Medicine Sales (AMS) Regulation governs the sale of drugs in Alberta.
  • Federal and provincial regulations are essential.
  • Drug schedules classify drugs based on potential for abuse and control needed.
  • Drugs need proper labelling including withdrawal times, directions, and any warnings.

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This quiz covers essential pharmacy terms, understanding drug forms and administration routes, and the principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics crucial for RVTs. Mastering this knowledge is vital for effective veterinary practice and ensuring proper drug use. Test your expertise in veterinary pharmaceuticals and enhance your skills in drug management.

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