Pharmacology Penn Foster Veterinary
Technician Exam Rated A+
2 Antiseptics - ANSWER-Iodine and Chlorhexidine
2 types of antibiotic and 2 examples of each - ANSWER-Bacterialcidal - kills bacteria
(Penicillin and Cephlasporin) and Bacteriostatic - prevents growth ( Tetracyclines and
Chloramphenical)
3 Antiseborrheics - ANSWER-Sulfur, Salicylid Acid, Benzoyl Peroxide
3 causes of diarrhea - ANSWER-Parasites, hyperscretion, and osmotic overload
3 Otic Antibiotics - ANSWER-Gentamicin, Neomycin, Enrofloxacin
3 Parts of the Skin - ANSWER-Epidermis, Dermis, and Hypodermis
4 Stages of Wound Healing - ANSWER-Inflammatory, Debridement, Repair, and
Maturation
4 types of Diuretics - ANSWER-Loop, Osmotic, Thiazine, Potassium Sparing
6 Drug Label Requirements - ANSWER-Generic Name, Concentration, Quantity,
Controlled?, Manufacturer Info, Expiration Date.
7 parts of the Endocrine System - ANSWER-Pituitary, Adrenal, Thyroid, Ovaries,
Testicles, Pancreas, Kidneys
7 Routes of Administration - ANSWER-Oral, IV, IM, SC, intraperitoneal, intraarterial,
intradermal
Absorbents - ANSWER-GI med - Binds with the bacteria or toxin
Addysons Disease - ANSWER-Caused by abrupt stop of steroid
Adrenergic Agents - ANSWER-Excites Alpha Receptors and inhibits beta receptors
(stimulates heart beat through sympathetic)
Affinity vs. Efficacy - ANSWER-How well it binds to receptor (Agonist vs. Antagonist) vs.
how well the drug performs
Agonist, Partial Agonist, and Antagonist - ANSWER-Perfect Fit, Almost Fits, Blocks
Action
Technician Exam Rated A+
2 Antiseptics - ANSWER-Iodine and Chlorhexidine
2 types of antibiotic and 2 examples of each - ANSWER-Bacterialcidal - kills bacteria
(Penicillin and Cephlasporin) and Bacteriostatic - prevents growth ( Tetracyclines and
Chloramphenical)
3 Antiseborrheics - ANSWER-Sulfur, Salicylid Acid, Benzoyl Peroxide
3 causes of diarrhea - ANSWER-Parasites, hyperscretion, and osmotic overload
3 Otic Antibiotics - ANSWER-Gentamicin, Neomycin, Enrofloxacin
3 Parts of the Skin - ANSWER-Epidermis, Dermis, and Hypodermis
4 Stages of Wound Healing - ANSWER-Inflammatory, Debridement, Repair, and
Maturation
4 types of Diuretics - ANSWER-Loop, Osmotic, Thiazine, Potassium Sparing
6 Drug Label Requirements - ANSWER-Generic Name, Concentration, Quantity,
Controlled?, Manufacturer Info, Expiration Date.
7 parts of the Endocrine System - ANSWER-Pituitary, Adrenal, Thyroid, Ovaries,
Testicles, Pancreas, Kidneys
7 Routes of Administration - ANSWER-Oral, IV, IM, SC, intraperitoneal, intraarterial,
intradermal
Absorbents - ANSWER-GI med - Binds with the bacteria or toxin
Addysons Disease - ANSWER-Caused by abrupt stop of steroid
Adrenergic Agents - ANSWER-Excites Alpha Receptors and inhibits beta receptors
(stimulates heart beat through sympathetic)
Affinity vs. Efficacy - ANSWER-How well it binds to receptor (Agonist vs. Antagonist) vs.
how well the drug performs
Agonist, Partial Agonist, and Antagonist - ANSWER-Perfect Fit, Almost Fits, Blocks
Action
