Antimicrobial Drugs in Veterinary Medicine: Online Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which pharmacokinetic parameter measures the rate at which an antimicrobial drug is eliminated from the body?

Accepted Answer

Clearance

Answer

Volume of distribution

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Half-life

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Bioavailability

Question 2

Which of the following antimicrobial drugs is commonly used to treat urinary tract infections in dogs?

Accepted Answer

Sulphamethoxazole-trimethoprim

Answer

Amoxicillin

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Enrofloxacin

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Tetracycline

Question 3

Which of the following is a contraindication to the use of penicillins in dogs?

Accepted Answer

History of penicillin allergy

Answer

Renal impairment

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Hepatic impairment

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Pregnancy

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of antimicrobial drugs?

Accepted Answer

Antiviral

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Bactericidal

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Bacteriostatic

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Broad-spectrum

Question 5

Penicillin is an example of a:

Accepted Answer

Beta-lactam

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Cephalosporin

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Tetracycline

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Macrolide

Question 6

What is the primary target of penicillin antibiotics?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial cell wall

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Bacterial ribosome

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Bacterial DNA

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Bacterial RNA

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a primary mechanism of action of antimicrobial drugs?

Accepted Answer

Enhancing the host immune response

Answer

Inhibition of cell wall synthesis

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Interference with protein synthesis

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Alteration of cell membrane permeability

Question 8

Which antimicrobial drug is commonly employed to treat infections caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa?

Accepted Answer

Gentamicin

Answer

Amoxicillin

Answer

Cefazolin

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Metronidazole

Question 9

Which antimicrobial drug is commonly used as part of antimicrobial therapy in veterinary dentistry?

Accepted Answer

Clindamycin

Answer

Erythromycin

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Azithromycin

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Vancomycin

Question 10

Which of the following is a newer class of antimicrobial drugs used in veterinary medicine?

Accepted Answer

Lipopeptides

Answer

Penicillins

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Quinolones

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Cephalosporins

Question 11

Identify the mechanism of action of penicillin G.

Accepted Answer

Damage to the bacterial cell wall

Answer

Inhibition of protein synthesis

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Inhibition of nucleic acid synthesis

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Interference with cell division

Question 12

When selecting an antimicrobial drug for veterinary use, which factor should be prioritized?

Accepted Answer

Susceptibility of the target organism

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Drug cost

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Ease of administration

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Availability of the drug

Question 13

Antimicrobial drugs can interact with each other, potentially leading to adverse consequences for patients. What is a potential result of antimicrobial drug interactions?

Accepted Answer

Reduced antimicrobial effectiveness

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Increased effectiveness of antimicrobial therapy

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Enhanced patient safety

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Lower cost of treatment

Question 14

Which of the following is the primary method used to monitor antimicrobial drug concentrations and guide dosage adjustments in veterinary patients?

Accepted Answer

Measuring drug levels in body fluids or tissues

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Observing clinical signs of response to treatment

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Consulting drug reference materials

Question 15

What is the main goal of antimicrobial stewardship programs?

Accepted Answer

Reduce the development and spread of antimicrobial resistance

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Increase veterinary profits

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Eliminate the use of antimicrobials

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Punish veterinarians for misusing antimicrobials

Question 16

Which antimicrobial drug inhibits bacterial protein synthesis?

Accepted Answer

Tetracycline

Answer

Metronidazole inhibits DNA synthesis

Answer

Rifampicin inhibits RNA synthesis

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Penicillin inhibits cell wall synthesis

Question 17

Which factor is NOT considered when selecting antimicrobial drugs for veterinary use?

Accepted Answer

Cost of the drug

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Spectrum of antibacterial activity

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Pharmacokinetic properties

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Susceptibility of the target pathogen

Question 18

Which antimicrobial drug treats protozoal infections?

Accepted Answer

Metronidazole

Answer

Amoxicillin treats bacterial infections

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Ampicillin treats bacterial infections

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Gentamicin treats bacterial infections

Question 19

Which statement about antimicrobial drug use in veterinary medicine is correct?

Accepted Answer

Use prudently to prevent antimicrobial resistance.

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Antimicrobials can replace good hygiene practices.

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Always use antimicrobials at highest dosage.

Question 20

Which antimicrobial is used against Gram-negative bacteria?

Accepted Answer

Gentamicin

Answer

Erythromycin is a bacteriostatic agent

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Penicillin is more effective against Gram-positive bacteria

Question 21

Which antimicrobial drug is bacteriostatic?

Accepted Answer

Tetracycline

Answer

Rifampicin is bactericidal

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Gentamicin is bactericidal

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Ampicillin is bactericidal

Question 22

Which is a potential indication for antimicrobial use in veterinary medicine?

Accepted Answer

Treatment of bacterial infections

Answer

Prevention of bacterial growth in food preservation

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Stimulation of immune responses

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Control of ectoparasites

Question 23

Which antimicrobial is a synthetic penicillin?

Accepted Answer

Amoxicillin

Answer

Penicillin G is a natural penicillin

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Erythromycin is not a penicillin

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Benzylpenicillin is a natural penicillin