Penn Foster Veterinary Pharmacology Final Exam
Questions with correct answers
Distinguish between hormonal, endocrine, and reproductive drugs
Correct Answer-
Describe how drugs affect the nervous system Correct Answer-Drugs
affect the nervous system by acting at the synaptic junctions to promote
neurotransmitter's activity, mimic their actions, or block them from
acting.
Identify examples of respiratory drugs Correct Answer-Expectorants,
mucolytics, antitussives, bronchodilators, decongestants
List which drugs are used to relieve pain and inflammation Correct
Answer-NSAIDs, Opioids, Antihistamines, muscle relaxers, steroids,
nerve blocks
Summarize the difference between ophthalmic and otic drugs Correct
Answer-
Compare and contrast cardiovascular and gastrointestinal drugs Correct
Answer-
Describe how antiparasitic drugs work Correct Answer-Antiparasitic
drugs work by destroying parasites or inhibiting their growth. Most work
,by interfering with the parasite's nervous system to prevent them from
moving.
Discuss why replacement drugs are often necessary for animal health
Correct Answer-
Explain the veterinary technician's role in inventory control Correct
Answer-keeping the staff informed regarding discontinued items,
knowing the dates on which backordered items will be released from the
vendor, packing up goods awaiting return to the vendor (e.g., expired
items), rotating stock correctly, maintaining current prices on all
products, organizing inventory for ease of location and counting,
receiving and inspecting orders on arrival at the veterinary facility, and
learning about new products.
Define: Agonist Correct Answer-Drug that has affinity for a
receptor/stimulates receptor into action
Define: Contraindication Correct Answer-A reason not to use a drug in a
particular situation
Define: Efficacy Correct Answer-the degree to which a drug produces
its desired response.
Define: Over-the-counter drug Correct Answer-One that may be
purchased without prescription from a veterinarian
,Define: Prescription Drug Correct Answer-One that must be used under
the supervision of a veterinarina
Define: Receptor Correct Answer-a group of specialized molecules on or
in a cell that bind with a drug to produce an effect
Define: Therapeutic Index Correct Answer-expresses the relationship
between a drug's therapeutic and harmful effects
Define: Withdrawl Time Correct Answer-Amount of time that must
elapse between the end of drug therapy and elimination of that drug
from patients tissues or products
Define: Veterinarian-client-patient relationship Correct Answer-
Relationship that must exist between the vet, the patient, and the owner
before prescription drugs can be dispensed.
List 4 sources of drugs used in Vet Med Correct Answer-Animal
product, plant material, minerals, synthetic products
What are 4 components of a drug regimen? Correct Answer-Dose, route,
frequency, and duration of administration.
Discuss the conditions that must be met before a valid veterinarian-
client-patient relationship can be shown to exist Correct Answer-1.vet
must assume responsibility for making clinical judgments in relation to
health of the animal.
, 2. Vet must have recently seen the animal and be acquainted with it's
care.
3.Vet must be available for follow-up care of the animal
Discuss the responsibilities of a vet tech in the administration of drug
orders Correct Answer-To carry out the vet's orders correctly. should
read the drug label three times to ensure proper drug is being
administered and should take care to administer correct dose by correct
route. Should be aware of the expected affects and potential adverse side
effects and be able to monitor the patient.
Describe the sequence of events that a drug undergoes from
administration to excretion Correct Answer-Drug is absorbed (or placed
directly) into the bloodstream, the drug may bind with plasma in the
blood or may exist in free state, circulating blood distributes drug to
capillary level where it leaves circulation and enters interstitial fluid. it
bathes the cell and allows drug to bind to cell surface receptors or enter
the cell. It then exits the cell and moves back into interstitial fluid,
reenters circulation, and is transported to liver for metabolism. The
metabolite is then transported to kidneys for excretion.
List 11 possible routes for administering a drug to a patient. Correct
Answer-Oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous, intraperitoneal,
intraarterial, intracardiac, intramedullary, inhalation, topical, intradermal
List some of the factors that influence drug absorption Correct Answer-
Method of absorption, pH of the drug and ionization status, absorptive
surface area, blood supply to area, solubility of drug, dosage form, status
of GI tract, and interactions with other drugs
Questions with correct answers
Distinguish between hormonal, endocrine, and reproductive drugs
Correct Answer-
Describe how drugs affect the nervous system Correct Answer-Drugs
affect the nervous system by acting at the synaptic junctions to promote
neurotransmitter's activity, mimic their actions, or block them from
acting.
Identify examples of respiratory drugs Correct Answer-Expectorants,
mucolytics, antitussives, bronchodilators, decongestants
List which drugs are used to relieve pain and inflammation Correct
Answer-NSAIDs, Opioids, Antihistamines, muscle relaxers, steroids,
nerve blocks
Summarize the difference between ophthalmic and otic drugs Correct
Answer-
Compare and contrast cardiovascular and gastrointestinal drugs Correct
Answer-
Describe how antiparasitic drugs work Correct Answer-Antiparasitic
drugs work by destroying parasites or inhibiting their growth. Most work
,by interfering with the parasite's nervous system to prevent them from
moving.
Discuss why replacement drugs are often necessary for animal health
Correct Answer-
Explain the veterinary technician's role in inventory control Correct
Answer-keeping the staff informed regarding discontinued items,
knowing the dates on which backordered items will be released from the
vendor, packing up goods awaiting return to the vendor (e.g., expired
items), rotating stock correctly, maintaining current prices on all
products, organizing inventory for ease of location and counting,
receiving and inspecting orders on arrival at the veterinary facility, and
learning about new products.
Define: Agonist Correct Answer-Drug that has affinity for a
receptor/stimulates receptor into action
Define: Contraindication Correct Answer-A reason not to use a drug in a
particular situation
Define: Efficacy Correct Answer-the degree to which a drug produces
its desired response.
Define: Over-the-counter drug Correct Answer-One that may be
purchased without prescription from a veterinarian
,Define: Prescription Drug Correct Answer-One that must be used under
the supervision of a veterinarina
Define: Receptor Correct Answer-a group of specialized molecules on or
in a cell that bind with a drug to produce an effect
Define: Therapeutic Index Correct Answer-expresses the relationship
between a drug's therapeutic and harmful effects
Define: Withdrawl Time Correct Answer-Amount of time that must
elapse between the end of drug therapy and elimination of that drug
from patients tissues or products
Define: Veterinarian-client-patient relationship Correct Answer-
Relationship that must exist between the vet, the patient, and the owner
before prescription drugs can be dispensed.
List 4 sources of drugs used in Vet Med Correct Answer-Animal
product, plant material, minerals, synthetic products
What are 4 components of a drug regimen? Correct Answer-Dose, route,
frequency, and duration of administration.
Discuss the conditions that must be met before a valid veterinarian-
client-patient relationship can be shown to exist Correct Answer-1.vet
must assume responsibility for making clinical judgments in relation to
health of the animal.
, 2. Vet must have recently seen the animal and be acquainted with it's
care.
3.Vet must be available for follow-up care of the animal
Discuss the responsibilities of a vet tech in the administration of drug
orders Correct Answer-To carry out the vet's orders correctly. should
read the drug label three times to ensure proper drug is being
administered and should take care to administer correct dose by correct
route. Should be aware of the expected affects and potential adverse side
effects and be able to monitor the patient.
Describe the sequence of events that a drug undergoes from
administration to excretion Correct Answer-Drug is absorbed (or placed
directly) into the bloodstream, the drug may bind with plasma in the
blood or may exist in free state, circulating blood distributes drug to
capillary level where it leaves circulation and enters interstitial fluid. it
bathes the cell and allows drug to bind to cell surface receptors or enter
the cell. It then exits the cell and moves back into interstitial fluid,
reenters circulation, and is transported to liver for metabolism. The
metabolite is then transported to kidneys for excretion.
List 11 possible routes for administering a drug to a patient. Correct
Answer-Oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous, intraperitoneal,
intraarterial, intracardiac, intramedullary, inhalation, topical, intradermal
List some of the factors that influence drug absorption Correct Answer-
Method of absorption, pH of the drug and ionization status, absorptive
surface area, blood supply to area, solubility of drug, dosage form, status
of GI tract, and interactions with other drugs
