HLTH 231 Chapter 8

Compulsive bullying disorder is often associated with... A. Financial problems B. Lying C. Eating D. Exercise

A. Financial problems

Which of the following statement is TRUE of cocaine? A. It is an anesthetic and stimulant B. It is sometimes prescribed in moderation as an antidepressant C. It is a central nervous system depressant D. It is available in only one from

A. It is an anesthetic and a stimulant

Stimulants act by increasing the activity of the.... A. Parasympathetic Nervous System B. Central Nervous System C. Autonomic Nervous System D. Peripheral Nervous System

B. Central Nervous System

Which of the following statements is TRUE of cocaine? A. It is a central nervous system depressant B. It is an anesthetic and a stimulant. C. It is available in only one form D. It is sometimes prescribed in moderation as an antidepressant.

B. It is an anesthetic and a stimulant

Which type of drug is defined as having the potential to alter a persons' mood or behavior? A. Over-the-counter drug B. Psychoactive drug C. illicit drug D. recreational drug

B. Psychoactive drug

Stimulants such as Ritalin or Adderall are commonly prescribed to treat... A. Insomnia B. Anxiety C. ADHD D. hypertension

C. ADHD

Diet pills contain ingredients such as caffeine, and can therefore act in what way on the body? A. as a depressant B. as a narcotic C. as a stimulant D. as a hallucinogen

C. As a stimulant

Chemical vapors in household products such as varnish, glues, and gasoline are examples of A. club drugs B. stimulants C. Inhalants D. over-the-counter drugs

C. Inhalants

The most popular from of LSD is... A. a powder that is snorted B. a pill that is swallowed C. blotter acid that is swallowed or chewed D. a liquid that is injected into the veins

C. blotter acid that is swallowed or chewed

All of the following are true about suppositories EXCEPT that.... A. they are inserted into the vagina or anus B. they are designed to melt at body temperature. C. they have a short life span and become inactive within an hour. D. they enable a drug to be released into the bloodstream.

C. they have a short life span and become inactive within an hour

The interaction of two or more drugs at the same receptor site in which one blocks the action of the other is..... A. Synergism B. Cross-tolerance C. intolerance D. Antagonism

D. Antagonism

Jason doesn't see that his addiction to heroin is self-destructive. He is experiencing..... A. Denial B. Loss of Control C. Obsession D. Compulsion

A. Denial

Which of the following is true about routes of drug administration? A. Intravenous injection is the most dangerous method of administration. B. Drugs taken orally reach the bloodstream faster than drugs taken by inhalation. C. Drugs can't be absorbed through the skin D. The least effective route of administration is by inhalation.

A. Intravenous injection is the most dangerous method of administration

Which of the following is NOT true about PCP? A. It is still used for surgery in some states B. Its effects are unpredictable C. It can cause nausea and vomiting and reduce heart and respiratory rate D. It was first used as an anesthetic

A. It is still used for surgery in some states

Chelsea occasionally takes aspirin to relieve a headache. Chelsea is..... A. Using a transdermal drug B. Using an over-the-counter (OTC) drug C. likely to develop cross-tolerance D. engaging in drug abuse

B. Using an over-the-counter (OTC) drug

All of the following statements about the effects of chronic marijuana use are true EXCEPT: A. The lungs of marijuana smokers are exposed to more tar per breath than the lungs of tobacco smokers. B. Men who use marijuana weekly or more often have about twice the risk for testicular cancer as men who do not use marijuana. C. Marijuana use during pregnancy causes subtle brain changes that increase the risk for memory and attention problems in offspring. D. Vaping marijuana is associated with fewer adverse effects on the lungs than smoking marijuana.

D. Vaping marijuana is associated with fewer adverse effects on the lungs than smoking marijuana.

Which of the following statements about Internet use is true? A. People with Internet addiction tend to have lower grades and poorer job performance than others who are not addicted. B. A majority of college students report that Internet use and computer games have interfered with their academic performance. C. Middle-age adults are more likely to become addicted to the Internet than young adults. D. An estimated 2% of Internet users experience Internet addiction.

A. People with internet addiction tend to have lower grades and poorer job performance than others who are not addicted.

Addictive substances and behaviors..... A. have the potential to produce a positive mood change. B. Involve some type of substance abuse. C. Eventually lose their hold on a person over time. D. Do not necessarily have negative consequences

A. have the potential to produce a positive mood change

The so-called pleasure circuit.... A. is also known as the mesolimbic dopamine system B. is activated when the pituitary gland releases hormones related to pleasure into the bloodstream. C. spans the brain, sensory receptors in the skin, and motor neurons attached to muscles. D. includes the central nervous system, the endocrine system, and the immune system.

A. is also known as the mesolimbic dopamine system

Ecstasy is a stimulant and a(n)... A. mild hallucinogen B. Anesthetic C. narcotic D. antidepressant

A. mild hallucinogen

Which of the following is TRUE about inhalants? A. The effects last for days B. Doses are difficult to control because of individual lung capacities C. The products used are illegal for purchase by minors. D. They reach the bloodstream 10 minutes after inhalation

B. Doses are difficult to control because of individual lung capacity

David spends four hours a day lifting weights and is at the point of obsession about his fitness routine to the extent that he will miss classes and outings with friends so he can go to the gym. He most likely suffers from which of the following disorders? A. anorexia nervosa B. exercise addiction C. Bulimia D. bipolar disorder

B. exercise addiction

Heroin has a..... A. high potential for addiction and limited medical use B. high potential for addiction and no medical use C. Low potential for addiction and no medical use. D. High potential for addiction and medical use.

B. high potential for addiction and no medical use.

Which of the following is TRUE about psilocybin? A. Its physical effects wear off in 1-2 hours. B. It is similar to marijuana in its physical effects. C. It can cause hallucinations D. It is the active chemical in a type of grass

C. It can cause hallucinations

Which of the following is NOT true of methamphetamine? A. It can be snorted, smoked, injected, or orally ingested. B. It can produce a high lasting over 8 hours when smoked. C. It takes long-term use to develop tolerance. D. It destroys dopamine receptors.

C. It takes long-term use to develop tolerance.

Which of the following is true about drug abuse treatment? A. Treating drug and alcohol abuse is much more costly in the long run than not treating B. One out of every 100 Americans age 12 or older needed treatment for drug or alcohol abuse in 2015 C. Only 10% of Americans addicted to drugs or alcohol receive treatment. D. In most cases, an addiction to drugs or alcohol can be considered cured once detoxification has been achieve

C. Only 10% of Americans addicted to drugs or alcohol receive treatment

Therapeutic communities are a type of.... A. 12 step program B. individual therapy C. residential treatment D. outpatient behavioral treatment

C. Residential treatment

People with a physiological dependence on a substance, such as an addictive drug, will experience.... A. tolerance but not withdrawal B. withdrawal but not tolerance C. both tolerance and withdrawal D. neither tolerance nor withdrawal

C. both tolerance and withdrawal

Bath salts... A. are powders that release an intoxicating fragrance when poured into hot water B. can cause a rapid drop in blood pressure and heart rate when ingested, snorted, or injected. C. can produce anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, and paranoia when used at high doses D. are a relatively new form of MDMA

C. can produce anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, and paranoia when used at high doses

Which of the following is an example of a process addiction? A. a disciplined exercise routine B. regular Internet Use C. alcoholism D. compulsive gambling

D. Compulsive gambling

Using a drug for a purpose other than that for which it is intended is ... A. drug use B. drug abuse C. drug tolerance D. drug misuse

D. Drug misuse

To help him fight his addiction to alcohol, Andy's physician has prescribed a drug that will make him feel intensely uncomfortable if he drinks alcohol. This type of response is called.... A. Cross Tolerance B. Antagonism C. Synergism D. Intolerance

D. Intolerance

Anabolic steroids are a type of... A. anti-psychotic drug B. hallucinogenic drug C. testosterone-reducing drug D. ergogenic drug

D. ergogenic drug

Mescaline.... A. is usually dried out, crushed to a powder, and smoked. B. is a depressant C. has few side effects D. is derived from a cactus

D. is derived from a cactus

Over-the-counter drugs commonly abused by teens and young adults include... A. antacids, pain relievers, and diet aids. B. Pain relievers, muscle relaxants, and sleep aids. C. Couch and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids D. diuretics, vitamins, and herbal supplemetnts

C. Cough and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids

Terence takes several vitamin supplements as well as a prescribed cholesterol medication and an over-the-counter pain reliever for his arthritis. Terence is exhibiting... A. potentiation B. drug abuse C. reuptake D. polydrug use

D. polydrug use

A substance intended to affect the structure or function of the body or mind through chemical action is... A. an illicit drug B. a synergistic drug C. a prescription drug D. a drug

D. a drug

All of the following drugs are used to treat opioid addiction EXCEPT... A. methadone B. methamphetamine C. naltrexone (Trexan) D. buprenorphrine (Temgesic)

B. methamphetamine

In a synergistic drug interaction... A. One drug blocks the action of another drug B. two drugs multiply each other's effects C. an individual develops a tolerance to one drug that increases his or her tolerance to another drug. D. two or more drugs combine to produce extremely uncomfortable reactions

B. two drugs multiply each other's effects