Veterinary Technician Multiple Choice Questions

What phenomenon occurs when pain pathways become sensitized after repeated stimulation?

• Central inhibition

• Peripheral sensitization

• Nociception

• Wind-up

Why should a technician monitor a patient's temperature when using fentanyl patches?

• Temperature affects receptor binding

• Heat increases absorption rate

• Fever indicates infection

• Cold decreases drug effectiveness

What is the blood-brain barrier's main characteristic regarding drug passage?

• It only allows hydrophilic drugs to pass

• It blocks all drug molecules

• It allows all drugs to pass freely

• It only allows lipophilic drugs to pass

Which trade name is associated with pilocarpine?

• Travatan

• Isopto Carpine

• Xalatan

• Timoptic

What type of monitoring is important for patients on long-term NSAID therapy?

• Electrolyte levels

• Glucose levels

• Kidney and liver values

• Blood pressure

Which benzodiazepine should not be stored in plastic syringes?

• Clonazepam

• Lorazepam

• Diazepam

• Alprazolam

A veterinary technician is monitoring a dog after pure mu agonist administration. Which parameters require closest monitoring?

• Urinary output and consciousness

• Temperature and blood pressure

• Heart rate and blood glucose

• Respiratory rate and depth

How should controlled substance logs be maintained?

• Electronically with full editing capabilities

• In any notebook available

• In pencil with erasable entries

• In ink with sequentially numbered pages

Which statement about suspensions is correct?

• The drug never requires mixing

• The drug is mixed with alcohol

• The drug settles and must be shaken before use

• The drug completely dissolves in liquid

When using aminoglycosides, what is the safest dosing schedule?

• Twice daily dosing

• Every other day dosing

• Once daily dosing

• Three times daily dosing