Fear-Free Module 7a
What are the indicated benefits of pre-visit pharmaceuticals: - ANS-All of the above
Identify two well-tolerated single-agent pre-visit pharmaceuticals used in dogs: -
ANS-Lorazepam, Trazodone
Identify two well tolerated single agent pre-visit pharmaceuticals used in cats: -
ANS-Acepromazine, Tramadol
It is recommended to give a PVP without struggle, since a struggle may increase anxiety and
arousal, and consequently reduce the effectiveness of the PVP - ANS-True
Dr. Smith explains to Ms. Sanchez that "Max," a very anxious six year old dachshund, would
benefit from a PVP to reduce his anxiety, before he comes into the hospital for re-evaluation of
this back surgery. Which PVP would you recommend? - ANS-Gabpentin
Ms. Porter's 5-year-old domestic shorthair cat, Tiger Lilly, was very anxious during a recent
veterinary visit. To reduce Tiger Lilly's anxiety prior to her next visit, you recommend
administration of a 50mg Trazodone tablet prior to travel. You advise that Trazodone be given
how long prior to travel? - ANS-1-2 hours
Which benzodiazepine might be safest for elderly patients or those with hepatic compromise
because it has no active intermediate metabolite? - ANS-Lorazepam
Which of the following is false about the use of benzodiazepines as PVPs: - ANS-Decrease
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) leading to behavioral calming
Test dosing of a natural product in advance of a veterinary visit is recommended to: - ANS-All of
the Above
Which of the following is a form of chemical communication between members of a species: -
ANS-Pheromones
A synthetic analogue of a feline pheromone that may be effective in reducing FAS during
veterinary visits is derived from: - ANS-Feline Cheek Glands
Which of the following natural products is a tryptic hydrolysate of milk protein? -
ANS-Alpha-casozepine
You diagnose a dog with separation anxiety and prescribe fluoxetine, resulting in improvement
in clinical signs. However, the owner complains that the dog continues to be fearful when
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