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

    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.

    <p>many drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

    Drug mitigation refers to the decrease of drug effectiveness.

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

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

    <p>False</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?

    <p>Oxymorphone + Naloxone</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Glandular secretions can only affect humans and not nursing offspring.

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

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

    <p>True</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

    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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