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Chapter 02: Routes and Techniques of Drug Administration
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Martini-Johnson: Applied Pharmacology for Veterinary Technicians, 6th Edition
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1. A(n)
is an agent that produces superficial irritation that isintended to relieve some other irr
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itation.
a. elixir
b. emulsion
c. liniment
d. counterirritant
ANS: D c i
Counterirritants are applied to a localized area (skin) to produce superficial irritation, like
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hot or cold sensation, in order to reduce irritation (inflammation) in deeper tissue.
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2. A(n)
will usually separate after long periods of shelf life and must be shaken wellbefore use to pr
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a. elixir
b. antimicrobial
c. suspension
d. anthelmintic
ANS: C c i
A suspension is a mixture of two or more substances; a mixture of a liquid with solid particl
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es which may separate over time. The mixture will need to be shaken to resuspend thesolutio
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n.
3. This type of dosage form contains a powder form of a drug enclosed by a gelatin or glycerin
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outer layer. ci
a. Enteric coating ci
b. Tablet
c. Capsule
d. Bolus
ANS: C c i
Capsules are containers that house liquid and powder forms of medication and may be made
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of gelatin and glycerin. They are commonly used in patients when the medication has an un
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4. Which of the following is a uniform suspension that uses an ingredient that binds two or
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more liquids that normally do not mix?
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a. Elixer
b. Emulsion
c. Syrup
d. Aqueous solution ci
ANS: B c i
An emulsion consists of an oily substance, water, and an additive that stabilizes the mixture
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to prevent or slow the water and oil from separating.
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5. This type of syringe is constructed in such a way that the needle screws onto the tip of the
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syringe.
a. Slip tip ci
b. Eccentric tip ci
c. Catheter tip ci
d. Luer-Lok tip ci
ANS: D c i
Luer-
Lok syringes have threading around the tip of the syringe for the needle to be twistedor scr
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ewed onto the syringe tip and locked into place.
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6. All the following are sites for IV administration in small animals, except
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a. jugular vein ci
b. carotid artery ci
c. lateral saphenous vein ci ci
d. phalic vein ci
ANS: B c i
Intravenous administration is when a substance is given into a vein, not an artery.
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7. An indwelling catheter should be replaced every
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a. 48
b. 24
c. 60
d. 72
ANS: D c i
Catheter complications are related more to the lack of sterile technique in placement than in
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the length of time it has been placed. Generally, peripheral catheters can be left in for appro
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ximately 3– ci
5 days depending on the catheter type. Maintenance of catheters should include removing t
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he bandage, visualizing insertion site, flushing the catheter, and observing catheter function
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as well as pain experienced by patient.
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8. If an IV catheter is not used continuously, it can be flushed with saline every
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hours.
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ANS: B c i
If the IV catheter is not being used for IV fluids, it should be flushed every 4–
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6 hours toprevent clotting.
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9. Cerumen is a substance that is commonly found in what anatomic part of the body?
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a. Urinary bladder ci
b. Ear
c. Rectum
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ANS: B c i
Cerumen is also known as earwax; it is found in the ear canal and provides protection to the
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eardrum.
10. Any patient receiving IV fluid therapy should be monitored every
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c. 90; 120
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d. 60; 120 cicici ci
ANS: B c i
Patients receiving IV fluids are monitored every 15–
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30 minutes to ensure the appropriate drip rate is being given, the IV catheter is properly pl
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aced, and the IV line is not kinked orchewed out. Monitoring fluid therapy also includes a
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ssessment of hydration, body weight,urine production, auscultation of respiratory rate, eff
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ort, crackles, wheezes, etc.
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11. IV tubing should be changed after a
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hour period.a. 12; 24 ci ic ci ci
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ANS: D c i
IV tubing used for fluid administration is changed every 48–
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72 hours to minimize fluidcontamination.
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12. When an intramuscular injection is given in the pelvic limb of a dog or cat, the area near the
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a. radial
b. sciatic
c. median
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ANS: B c i
When administering an intramuscular injection into the semimembranosus/semitendinosus,
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caution must be used to avoid hitting the sciatic nerve; the needle should be directed away f
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13. Which of the following statements concerning implants is not true?
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a. A subcutaneous injectable dosage form that is a solid.
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b. An injectable dosage form that is given intramuscular and gets absorbed by the
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body over an extended period of time. ci ci ci ci ci ci
c. Growth hormones are commonly manufactured in this form for use in cattle.
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d. An injectable dosage form that is given subcutaneous and releases medication over
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ANS: B c i
Implants are injectable sterile, solid dosage forms that are given subcutaneously and releases
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medication slowly into the bloodstream over an extended period of time. They are commonl
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y used in cattle.
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