CVA Veterinary Pharmacology Basics 2

Question 1

Which drug schedule classification includes medications with the highest accepted medical use but lowest abuse potential?

Accepted Answer

Schedule V

Answer

Schedule V drugs have the lowest abuse potential among controlled substances and include preparations with limited quantities of certain narcotics.

Question 2

What is the term for the time required for the blood concentration of a drug to decrease by 50%?

Accepted Answer

Half-life

Answer

Half-life (t½) is the time it takes for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

Question 3

A dog receiving NSAIDs should be monitored closely for signs of toxicity affecting which organ system?

Accepted Answer

Gastrointestinal and renal systems

Answer

NSAIDs can cause GI ulceration and renal damage in dogs, making gastrointestinal and renal monitoring essential.

Question 4

Which route of drug administration provides the fastest onset of action in an emergency?

Accepted Answer

Intravenous

Answer

Intravenous administration delivers drugs directly into the bloodstream, producing the fastest onset of action.

Question 5

Atropine is classified as which type of drug?

Accepted Answer

Anticholinergic

Answer

Atropine is an anticholinergic (antimuscarinic) agent that blocks acetylcholine receptors, commonly used as a preanesthetic.

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