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Pharmacology - Veterinary Nursing

Question 1 of 32

1

The use of veterinary medicines supplied in the UK is governed in practice by:

Select one of the following:

  • The Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2005

  • The Misuse of Drugs Act 1971

  • The Veterinary Medicines Directorate

  • The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons

Explanation

Question 2 of 32

1

Who is responsible for inspecting Veterinary Practice Premises in relation to the use of pharmaceuticals?

Select one of the following:

  • DEFRA

  • RCVS

  • VMD

  • BVA

Explanation

Question 3 of 32

1

The pharmacy fridge should be maintained at:

Select one of the following:

  • 2-8°C

  • 2-8°F

  • 10°C

  • 0-2°C

Explanation

Question 4 of 32

1

The ambient temperature of a pharmacy should not exceed:

Select one of the following:

  • 12°C

  • 18°C

  • 25°C

  • 30°C

Explanation

Question 5 of 32

1

Which piece of legislation sets out the legal categories of veterinary drugs in the UK?

Select one of the following:

  • The RCVS Storage and Dispensing of Medicines 2008

  • The Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2005

  • The Misuse of Drugs Act 1971

  • The Veterinary Medicines Directorate

Explanation

Question 6 of 32

1

Which of the following is a Schedule 2 drug?

Select one of the following:

  • Fentanyl

  • Pentobarbitone

  • Diazepam

  • Anabolic steroids

Explanation

Question 7 of 32

1

For how long is a prescription for a controlled drug valid?

Select one of the following:

  • 14 days

  • 28 days

  • 1 month

  • 6 months

Explanation

Question 8 of 32

1

For how long is a prescription for a general prescription drug valid?

Select one of the following:

  • 14 days

  • 28 days

  • 1 month

  • 6 months

Explanation

Question 9 of 32

1

In the UK, the Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2005:

Select one of the following:

  • Governs the manufacture, storage, handling and dispensing of veterinary medicines

  • Governs the manufacture, storage, handling and dispensing of veterinary and human medicines

  • Regulates the legislation of controlled drugs only

  • Regulates the control of prescription drugs only

Explanation

Question 10 of 32

1

Fill the blank space to complete the text.

Which of the following pieces of legislation is the major Act or Regulation that controls drugs of addiction in the UK?

Explanation

Question 11 of 32

1

Which authorising body is responsible for overseeing the use of veterinary drugs on behalf of DEFRA?

Select one of the following:

  • VMD

  • RCVS

  • AMTRA

  • MSD

Explanation

Question 12 of 32

1

Regarding categories of drugs, which ones must be supplied from registered premises?

Select one of the following:

  • POM-V and POM-VPS

  • POM and POM-V

  • POM-V, POM-VPS and NFA-VPS

  • POM-V, POM-VPS, NFA-VPS and AVM-GSL

Explanation

Question 13 of 32

1

A suspected adverse reaction to a veterinary medicine must be reported to:

Select one of the following:

  • VMD

  • RCVS

  • DEFRA

  • NOAH

Explanation

Question 14 of 32

1

Fill the blank space to complete the text.

What do the initials SARSS stand for?
scheme

Explanation

Question 15 of 32

1

An RQP may be a:

Select one of the following:

  • Veterinary Surgeon only

  • Veterinary Surgeon or Pharmacist only

  • A Registered Veterinary Nurse only

  • Veterinary Surgeon, Pharmacist or Suitably Qualified Person only

Explanation

Question 16 of 32

1

A POM-V medicine:

Select one of the following:

  • May only be prescribed and dispensed by a veterinary surgeon

  • May only be prescribed by a veterinary surgeon or pharmacist

  • May only be prescribed my a veterinary surgeon, but may be dispensed by a veterinary surgeon or a pharmacist

  • May only be stored within a veterinary practice pharmacy

Explanation

Question 17 of 32

1

Which of the following statements is true concerning an AVM-GSL medicine?

Select one of the following:

  • It requires a written prescription from an RPQ

  • It has a wide safety margin

  • Special advice to clients is required to ensure its safe and effective use

  • The manufacturer does not have to provide the safety, quality and efficacy to the same standards as other drugs

Explanation

Question 18 of 32

1

Regarding the dispensing of medication, the abbreviation "q8h" means:

Select one of the following:

  • Three times a day

  • Every 8 hours

  • By injection every 8 hours

  • Three times in 24 hours

Explanation

Question 19 of 32

1

A dog weighs 10kg and needs ampicillin twice a day for 5 days. The dose rate is 20mg/kg/day. The tablets available are 100mg. How many tablets should be dispensed?

Select one of the following:

  • 5

  • 10

  • 15

  • 20

Explanation

Question 20 of 32

1

A cat weighing 4kg needs an anaesthetic to repair a small laceration to the right hip. The anaesthetic to be administered is Ketamine hydrochloride.

The dose rate is 1.5mg/kg IM and the vial is labelled 100mg/ml. How much in mls should be given to the cat?

Select one of the following:

  • 0.04ml

  • 0.06ml

  • 0.4ml

  • 0.6ml

Explanation

Question 21 of 32

1

You are given a drug in solution which is 7.5% w/v. The dose rate is 15mg/kg and the dog weighs 20kg. What is the volume of the drug needed to be given to this dog by injection?

Select one of the following:

  • 3ml

  • 4ml

  • 0.4ml

  • 0.03ml

Explanation

Question 22 of 32

1

The term drug nomenclature relates to the
Generic means
Trade name means

Drag and drop to complete the text.

    naming of drugs
    active ingredients / chemical name
    manufacturer name or product

Explanation

Question 23 of 32

1

Which act governs the use of veterinary medicines in veterinary practice?

Select one of the following:

  • Veterinary Medicines Regulations

  • The Veterinary Surgeons Act

  • The Veterinary Medicines Directorate

  • The Misuse of Drugs Act

Explanation

Question 24 of 32

1

Which organisation is responsible for registering veterinary practices to dispense veterinary medicines>

Select one of the following:

  • RCVS

  • VMD

  • DEFRA

  • BVA

Explanation

Question 25 of 32

1

Which Act requires the record keeping of schedule 2 and 3 drugs?

Select one of the following:

  • Misuse of Drugs Act

  • Veterinary Medicines Regulations

  • Veterinary Surgeons Act

  • DEFRA

Explanation

Question 26 of 32

1

What does National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) provide to veterinary practices detailing pharmaceutical products?

Select one of the following:

  • Regulations

  • Invoices

  • Data sheets

  • Adverse reactions

Explanation

Question 27 of 32

1

How often does the VMD inspect veterinary practices?

Select one of the following:

  • At least once a year

  • At least once every 2 years

  • At least once every 4 years

  • At least once every 10 years

Explanation

Question 28 of 32

1

Which of the following is not a schedule 2 drug?

Select one of the following:

  • Pethidine

  • Fentanyl

  • Buprenorphine

  • Methadone

Explanation

Question 29 of 32

1

How long must records for schedule 2 drugs be kept?

Select one of the following:

  • 1 year after the date of last entry

  • 2 years after the date of last entry

  • 3 years after the date of last entry

  • 4 years after the date of last entry

Explanation

Question 30 of 32

1

What is the withdrawal period for drugs used in animals for meat?

Select one of the following:

  • 7 days

  • 14 days

  • 28 days

  • 60 days

Explanation

Question 31 of 32

1

What is the withdrawal period for drugs used in animals for producing eggs and milk?

Select one of the following:

  • 7 days

  • 14 days

  • 28 days

  • 60 days

Explanation

Question 32 of 32

1

Match the drug abbreviations:

Once daily =
Every morning =
Every afternoon =
Twice per day =
Three times a day =
Four times a day =
Every 4 hours =
Before food =
After food =
As required =
Give immediately =

Drag and drop to complete the text.

    o.d / SID
    o.m
    o.n
    b.d / BID
    t.d.s
    q.d.s
    q.4.h
    a.c.
    p.c
    p.r.n
    stat

Explanation