Respiratory & Antimicrobials

Question 1

T/F Decongestants primarily work by causing vasoconstriction of the nasal mucosa.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

T/F Stimulation of the parasympathetic system will produce dilation oft he brochioles.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

T/F Expectorants act directly on the mucous glands.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

T/F Oxygen therapy is one way to maintain normal airflow.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

T/F The use of expectorants are indicated in non-productive coughs.

Answer 5

False

Question 6

T/F Enteric sulfonamides are not good for cats because the drug is metabolized into aminosalicylic acid.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

T/F Clindamycin (Antirobe) is not good for anaerobic bacteria found in abscess or deep pyodermas.

Answer 7

False

Question 8

T/F The Azoles are used for the topical treatment of dermatophytes.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

T/F Cephalosporins are most effective against rapidly dividing cells but ineffective in CNS cases.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

This type of respiratory drug inhibits the cough reflex:
A. antitussives C. brochiodilators
B. mucolytics D. expectorants

Answer 10

Antitussives

Question 11

Guafenesin is an example of a XX commonly used in horses.
A. decongestant C. antihistamine
B. expectorant D. antitussive

Answer 11

Expectorant

Question 12

The lowest possible concentration of a drug that will inhibit the growth of bacteria is known as the XXX.
A. Mean arterial pressure
B. Mean inhibitory class
C. Mean inhibitory concentration
D. Maximum inhibitory concentration

Answer 12

Mean inhibitory concentration

Question 13

These drugs are identified by the -mycin or -micin suffix
A. aminoglycosides C. tetracyclines
B. penicillians D. quinolones

Answer 13

Aminoglycosides

Question 14

Batryil, Orbax and Cipro are examples of this drug group.
A. Penicillian C. quinolones
B. Tetracycline D. Macrolides

Answer 14

Quinolones

Question 15

First antimicrobial used on a widespread basis, developed high level of resistance over time
A. Penicillins C. Cephaloporins
B. Quinolones D. Sulfonamides

Answer 15

Sulfonamides

Question 16

Antimicorbial also effective against protozoa
A. Metronizazole C. Antifungal
B. Macrolides D. Cephalosporins

Answer 16

Metronidazole

Question 17

This lincosamide is not to be used in ruminants, rabbits and horses due to overgrowth of intestinal bad bacteria.
A. Feflex C. Doxycycline
B. Lincomycin D. Fluconazole

Answer 17

Lincomycin

Question 18

This common flea and tick product is also used for systemic treatment of dermatophytes.
A. Ivermectin (Heartgard)
B. Lufenuron (Program)
C. Selamectin (Revolution)
D. Fipronil (Frontline)

Answer 18

Lufenuron (Program)

Question 19

T/F Use Macrolides if you are allergic to penicillians.

Answer 19

True

Question 20

T/F An antimicrobial/antibiotic that provides bacterial resistance is Beta-lactamase.

Answer 20

True

Question 21

T/F Aminoglycosides are nephro and ototoxic, parenteral

Answer 21

True