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13 Cards in this Set
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Why is it important to stick to the dosage rate for veterinary medicines? (6) |
High dosage = dangerous to humans and livestock High dosage leads to residues & longer withdrawal period Low/ High dosage rates are uneconomical Underdosing is ineffective, & can set up resistance Aid fast recovery Reduce / prevent suffering |
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What does the term expiry date mean? |
The latest recommended date for the safe use of the product |
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What information would you find on the data sheet or product label? (12) |
Chemical composition Dose rate Method of administration Expiry date Storage conditions Safety precautions Withdrawal period Types of animal to be treated Trade name Contra indications Product license Form of medicine, e.g. Pill, powder, liquid Batch number |
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What are your responsibilities under HSE ( health & safety executive) legislation when using Veterinary medicines? (7) |
Think of safety of self & others Use drugs & equipment correctly as directed by management & data sheets Report faulty equipment Wear correct PPE Ensure PPE is maintained in good condition Follow training & instruction Work with employer to comply with legislation |
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What legislation/ codes of practise do you need to comply with to keep yourself safe when using and storing veterinary medicines ? (7) |
Comply with risk /COSHH assessments Comply with manual handling regulations Comply with veterinary medicines legislation Comply with animal health management plan Comply with first aid procedures Maintain animal welfare Follow VMD (veterinary medicines directorate) codes of practise
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What safety checks should be done on the veterinary medicines to keep yourself safe when using and storing veterinary medicines? (5) |
Correctly labelled Stored as instructed (powders above liquids) Correctly transported Used as instructed Their use is recorded |
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How can you keep yourself and others safe when using and storing veterinary medicines? (3) |
Correct PPE that fits is worn Animals are properly restrained Accident procedure is known and complied with
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What methods can zoonoses be controlled by to protect your health and safety? (6) |
Good hygiene/ bio security e.g isolation of sick Wear PPE Be aware of infectious diseases Vaccination - national disease eradication programme Avoiding infected animals & their products Slaughter of infected animals |
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What are the routes of accidental contamination and what first aid actions would be taken? (4) |
Human inhalation = fresh air, go to doctor with data sheet Self injection = go to doctor with data sheet Swallowed = read data sheet, go to doctor with data sheet Splashed on skin/ eyes = wash off and go to doctor with data sheet |
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What are the consequences of self-injection? (3) |
Adverse reaction Infection with bacteria / zoonoses Local tissue damage/ puncture wound
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What measures can be taken to reduce risk of self-injection? (3) |
Prompt medical attention Prevention by using needle guards Use of needle disinfection devices |
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How can you prevent unnecessary suffering to animals during veterinary medicine administration? (7) |
Use correct dosage rate Use vet meds at correct time Use correct method of administration Use before expiry date Quiet, confident handling Adequate restraint, using appropriate equipment Check animal responses
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What defines a person as a competent user of veterinary medicine? (5) |
Adequate instruction Adequate information Adequate training and updating Adequate work experience Appropriate certification |
