MH Sherpath Overview of Substance Use Disorders
At what blood alcohol percentage does brain motor function begin to become impaired?
0.20 mg %
Which is the correct peak time frame for nicotine withdrawal?
1 to 3 days
Which statement is true regarding alcohol use during pregnancy?
Alcohol use during pregnancy can cause fetal low birth weight.
Secondhand smoke exposure has been linked to which conditions in Caucasians? SATA
Anxiety Depression Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Which conditions may occur as a result of long-term alcohol use? SATA
Arrhythmias Impaired sleep Impotence in men
Secondhand smoke exposure has been linked to which conditions in infants? SATA
Asthma Ear infections
Stimulants are primarily used to treat which medical condition in children?
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
What is a normal effect of depressants on the central nervous system (CNS)?
Calming
Which statement regarding opiate abuse is true?
Can cause hyperalgesia and increased tolerance
Which is a possible side effect of huffing inhalants?
Cardiac arrhythmias
Respiratory depression due to opioid use affects which body system?
Central nervous system
Which symptoms are associated with early development of cirrhosis of the liver due to alcohol use disorder? SATA
Chills Ascites Jaundice
Which are symptoms of hallucinogenic overdose? SATA
Chills Tachycardia Excessive sweating
Which adverse effects may occur with PCP use? SATA
Coma Seizures Nystagmus
Which side effects are associated with opioid use disorder? SATA
Constipation Urinary retention Constricted pupils
Which environmental factors can affect an individual's predisposition to developing a SUD? SATA
Cost of substances Access to substances Living where substances are readily available
Which are common side effects of amphetamine use? SATA
Dizziness Decreased sleep Increased irritability
Cocaine has the largest impact on which neurotransmitter?
Dopamine
Which is an accurate statement about the role of dopamine in substance abuse disorders?
Dopamine assists in the regulation of pain and affects the reward center of the brain.
Which conditions are associated with ecstasy use? SATA
Dry mouth Hyperthermia Teeth grinding
Which are symptoms of alcohol withdrawal? SATA
Emesis Tremors Increased blood pressure and pulse
Which symptom is an expected outcome of ketamine use?
Enhanced dissociative effects
Which statement describes the role of family as a situational factor in substance abuse?
Families develop codependence.
Which feeling is associated with ketamine use?
Floating in space
Which neurotransmitter receptors do alcohol and CNS depressants affect?
GABA receptors
Which is an undesirable effect of cocaine?
Hallucinations and foul odors
Which area part of the brain is affected by alcoholic blackouts (anterograde amnesia)?
Hippocampus
Which are potential symptoms of an opiate overdose? SATA
Hypoxia Obtunded affect Constricted pupils
Which statement best describes alcohol's effect on sleep?
It causes the individual to awaken not feeling rested.
Which outcomes are associated with long-term alcohol use? SATA
Korsakoff's syndrome Marchiafava-Bignami disease Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome
Which symptoms are present in a person who uses marijuana? SATA
Lack of motivation Heightened senses Calm and euphoric feeling
Which statement is true regarding cocaine?
Long-term use of cocaine depletes dopamine neurotransmitters.
Which medical conditions could be caused by nicotine use? SATA
Lung cancer Coronary heart disease Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Which substance is the narcotic antagonist for opiates?
Naloxone
Which are situational factors that increase an individual's risk for drug use? SATA
Peer influence Family influence
Which factors contribute to the patient's likelihood of using drugs? SATA
Stress Comorbid condition Socioeconomic status Genetic predisposition
Which conditions can result from smoking? SATA
Stroke Bladder cancer Increased lipid levels
Which disease is an intravenous drug user least likely to contract?
Syphilis
Why are amphetamines abused by college students?
To create energy for studying
Which is a common side effect of smoking cessation?
Weight gain
