CVA Veterinary Pharmacology 2

Question 1

Which drug class is commonly used as a pre-anesthetic to reduce anxiety and provide sedation?

Accepted Answer

Phenothiazines such as acepromazine

Answer

Phenothiazines like acepromazine are widely used pre-anesthetic tranquilizers that reduce anxiety and decrease required anesthetic doses.

Question 2

Why should NSAIDs not be combined with corticosteroids in veterinary patients?

Accepted Answer

The combination dramatically increases gastrointestinal ulceration risk

Answer

Both drug classes independently inhibit protective prostaglandins in the GI tract, and concurrent use dramatically increases ulceration, bleeding, and perforation risk.

Question 3

Which controlled substance schedule includes morphine and fentanyl?

Accepted Answer

Schedule II

Answer

Schedule II substances have high abuse potential with accepted medical use, including potent opioids like morphine and fentanyl requiring strict documentation.

Question 4

What is the correct route for subcutaneous injections in a cat?

Accepted Answer

Into loose skin over the scruff or lateral thorax at 45 degrees with a 22-25 gauge needle

Answer

Subcutaneous injections are given by tenting loose skin and inserting a small gauge needle at approximately 45 degrees.

Question 5

Why must oral suspension medications be shaken thoroughly before dispensing?

Accepted Answer

To ensure uniform distribution of active ingredient for accurate dosing

Answer

Insoluble drug particles settle over time. Shaking resuspends them evenly so each dose contains the correct amount.

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CVA Veterinary Pharmacology 2