Veterinary - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

antiseptic - Answer- Chemical agent applied to living tissue t prevent growth and reproduction of microorganisms Colic - Answer- severe abdominal pain; syndrome caused by severe paroxsysmal pain due to disease of an abdominal organ Distemper - Answer- A viral infection affecting several species; characterized in dogs by discharges from eyes and nose, vomiting, diarrhea, coughing and seizures. Fomite - Answer- A physical object that serves to transmit an infectious agent from person to ...

antiseptic Chemical agent applied to living tissue t prevent growth and reproduction of microorganisms Colic severe abdominal pain; syndrome caused by severe paroxsysmal pain due to disease of an abdominal organ Distemper A viral infection affecting several species; characterized in dogs by discharges from eyes and nose, vomiting, diarrhea, coughing and seizures. Fomite A physical object that serves to transmit an infectious agent from person to person. (shoes, bowls, l...

Penn Foster Veterinary Pharmacology Final Exam Questions with Verified Solutions 1. **How do drugs affect the nervous system?** - Drugs affect the nervous system by acting at synaptic junctions. They can enhance the activity of neurotransmitters, mimic their actions, or block their effects. 2. **Name examples of respiratory drugs.** - Respiratory drugs include expectorants, mucolytics, antitussives, bronchodilators, and decongestants. 3. **Which drugs are commonly used to reli...

Distinguish between hormonal, endocrine, and reproductive drugs - Answer- Describe how drugs affect the nervous system - Answer-Drugs affect the nervous system by acting at the synaptic junctions to promote neurotransmitter's activity, mimic their actions, or block them from acting. Identify examples of respiratory drugs - Answer-Expectorants, mucolytics, antitussives, bronchodilators, decongestants List which drugs are used to relieve pain and inflammation - Answer-NSAIDs, Opioids, An...

Penn Foster Veterinary Pharmacology Final Exam (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Questions and Verified Answers| Grade A| 100% Correct Q: List some of the factors that influence drug absorption Answer: 1. method of absorption, 2. the ph of the drug and its ionization status, 3. the absorptive surface area, 4. the blood supply to the area, 5. the solubility of the drug, 6. the dosage form, 7. the status of the gi tract 8 interactions with other drugs Q: Most biotransformation of drugs oc...

Veterinary Urinalysis Questions and Answers 100% Pass What are the three factors that influence urine composition? 1. Dietary intake 2. Metabolic activity 3. Overall health For optimal viewing of urine under a microscope, should you adjust the condenser up or down, and should the contrast be increased or decreased? LOWER the condenser INCREASE the contrast What are the three main steps involved in urinalysis? 1. Physical assessment: - Amount - Color - Clarity - Smell - S...