A Former Client Calls Your Clinic and Ask to Have

question 25

Multiple Choice

A former client calls your clinic and ask to have a prescription of hydrocodone filled for his dog who was hit by a car a week ago and is still experiencing pain. You have no record of seeing his pet in your clinic. Why can't you fill this prescription?

• A)Hydrocodone will not help alleviate this dog's pain
• B)Hydrocodone is not available for use in veterinary clinics
• C)This drug requires a valid VCPR since its use is extra-label
• D)This client is obviously a drug dealer and doesn't even have a dog

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Definitions:

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