HESI Pharmacology Practice Exam/
Answers
The veterinarian gives a client one bottle of gentamicin solution with written orders to
give 2 drops OU bid. According to this order, what is the correct location and
frequency of administration? -
✓In both eyes twice a day.
The veterinarian writes an order for fendbendazole 10% suspension for 3 days at a
dosage of 50 mg/kg. If the patient weighs 44 lbs, what is the total amount of
fendbendazole dispensed for the treatment protocol? -
✓30 mL
What route of drug administration provides the longest lasting effects? -
✓Oral
The veterinarian has prescribed firocoxib (Previcox) for a canine patient that has
osteoarthritis but, according to blood test results, is otherwise healthy. What is the
most important recommendation the veterinary technician should make to the owner
as they pick up the dog's prescription? -
✓Call if there are any signs of anorexia or vomiting.
How often should the veterinary technician monitor a patient receiving intravenous
fluid therapy? -
✓Every 15 to 30 minutes.
Which route of administration is the fastest and most effective way to deliver a drug?
-
✓Intravenous
Which instruction should a veterinary technician give to the owner of a diabetic dog
to ensure that insulin quality is maintained? -
✓Roll the bottle gently before drawing the insulin into the syringe.
What organ eliminates drugs from the body? -
✓Kidney
The route of drug administration that produces the greatest bioavailability is
represented by which abbreviation? -
✓IM
Which factor is especially important when educating clients concerning vaccines? -
✓The need for boosters
Answers
The veterinarian gives a client one bottle of gentamicin solution with written orders to
give 2 drops OU bid. According to this order, what is the correct location and
frequency of administration? -
✓In both eyes twice a day.
The veterinarian writes an order for fendbendazole 10% suspension for 3 days at a
dosage of 50 mg/kg. If the patient weighs 44 lbs, what is the total amount of
fendbendazole dispensed for the treatment protocol? -
✓30 mL
What route of drug administration provides the longest lasting effects? -
✓Oral
The veterinarian has prescribed firocoxib (Previcox) for a canine patient that has
osteoarthritis but, according to blood test results, is otherwise healthy. What is the
most important recommendation the veterinary technician should make to the owner
as they pick up the dog's prescription? -
✓Call if there are any signs of anorexia or vomiting.
How often should the veterinary technician monitor a patient receiving intravenous
fluid therapy? -
✓Every 15 to 30 minutes.
Which route of administration is the fastest and most effective way to deliver a drug?
-
✓Intravenous
Which instruction should a veterinary technician give to the owner of a diabetic dog
to ensure that insulin quality is maintained? -
✓Roll the bottle gently before drawing the insulin into the syringe.
What organ eliminates drugs from the body? -
✓Kidney
The route of drug administration that produces the greatest bioavailability is
represented by which abbreviation? -
✓IM
Which factor is especially important when educating clients concerning vaccines? -
✓The need for boosters
