Title: Explain the concept of pharmacology.
Course: Veterinary Science II (18105-II) > Section: Understanding Veterinary Pharmacology

Explanation should include

- a definition of pharmacology as the study of drugs
- ways drugs are used to treat and prevent animal disease and suffering
- dosing terminology and abbreviations (e.g., efficacy, contraindication, AU, BID, PO)
- the handling and disposal of expired medications
- drug schedules 1–5, the regulations associated with each schedule, and their potential for abuse.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How does preventive medication help improve the quality of life for pets?
- Why is it important to have a basic knowledge of dosing terminology and abbreviations when working at a veterinary clinic?
- How is regulation of veterinary drugs and prevention of drug abuse handled in a veterinary setting?
- Why is it important that certain drugs be stored in locked cabinets with only selected personnel having access?
- What types of veterinary products are regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)?