Health 231- Chapter 8

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

ADHD

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

as a stimulant

Which of the following is an example of a process addiction? A. Alcoholism. B. Compulsive gambling. C. A disciplined exercise routine. D. Regular Internet use.

compulsive gambling

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

doses are difficult to control because of individual lung capacities

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

drug misuse

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. Bipolar disorder. B. Bulimia. C. Exercise addiction. D. Anorexia nervosa.

exercise addiction

A large dose of cocaine can cause... A. Increased appetite and fatigue. B. Increased heart rate and blood pressure. C. Decreased heart rate and blood pressure. D. A sustained high.

increased heart rate and blood pressure

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

is also known as the mesolimbic dopamine system

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. Drug abuse. B. Polydrug use. C. Potentiation. D. Reuptake.

polydrug use

Which type of drug is defined as having the potential to alter a person's mood or behavior? A. Recreational drug. B. Over-the-counter drug. C. Psychoactive drug. D. Illicit drug.

psychoactive drug

Marijuana use presents clear dangers to those driving motor vehicles (as well as others on the road) because it... A. Is a known carcinogen. B. Slows reaction time and impedes decision making. C. May cause seizures. D. Negatively affects night vision.

slows reaction time and impedes decision making

Psychoactive drugs have which type of effect on the body? A. They potentiate the effect of other drugs on the nervous system. B. They depress or slow all body functions. C. They enhance, suppress, or interfere with the actions of neurotransmitters. D. They speed up energy metabolism and body movements.

they enhance, suppress, or interfere with the actions of neurotransmitters

Marijuana is administered therapeutically for all of the following reasons EXCEPT... A. To forestall loss of lean muscle mass due to AIDS-wasting syndrome. B. To control side effects of chemotherapy such as nausea and vomiting. C. To reduce the muscle pain and spasticity caused by multiple sclerosis. D. To reduce appetite for weight control.

to reduce appetite for weight control

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

using an over-the-counter (OTC) drug

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

a drug

The excessive use of a drug is... A. Abuse. B. Dependence. C. Misuse. D. Tolerance.

abuse

Which of the following is TRUE about steroids? A. Adverse effects include mood swings, elevated cholesterol levels, acne, and hypertension. B. They are used to produce a lean and streamlined physique and to enhance aerobic capacity. C. Use in intercollegiate sports has been increasing over the past two decades. D. They are used more by women than men.

adverse effects include mood swings, elevated cholesterol levels, acne, and hypertension

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

antagonism

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

blotter acid that is swallowed or chewed

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

both tolerance and withdrawl

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. Cough and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids. D. Diuretics, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

cough and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids

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

denial

The process of freeing the body from an addictive substance is known as... A. Counseling. B. Detoxification. C. Mainlining. D Rehabilitation.

detoxification

When drugs activate the brain's pleasure circuit, what neurotransmitter is involved? A. Dopamine. B. Melamine. C. Amphetamine. D. Ketamine.

dopamine

Anabolic steroids are a type of... A. Hallucinogenic drug. B. Testosterone-reducing drug. C. Anti-psychotic drug. D. Ergogenic drug.

ergogenic drug

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

financial problems

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

have the potential to produce a positive mood change

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

high potential for addiction and no medical use

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

inhalants

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. Intolerance. D. Synergism.

intolerance

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. The least effective route of administration is by inhalation. D. Drugs can't be absorbed through the skin.

intravenous injection is the most dangerous method of administration

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

is derived from a cactus

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

it can cause hallucinations

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

it is an anesthetic and a stimulant

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

it is still used for surgery in some states

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

it takes long-term use to develop tolerance

Ecstasy is a stimulant and a(n)... A. Anesthetic. B. Mild hallucinogen. C. Antidepressant. D. Narcotic.

mild hallucinogen

Ecstasy is a stimulant and a(n)... A. Narcotic. B. Antidepressant. C. Mild hallucinogen. D. Anesthetic.

mild hallucinogen

Opioids are also called... A. Narcotics. B. Hallucinogens. C. Stimulants. D. Depressants.

narcotics

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

only 10% of Americans addicted to drugs or alcohol receive treatment

According to research, each of the following factors increases the risk of substance abuse among students EXCEPT... A. Genetics and family history of addiction. B. Substance use in high school. C. Participation in college sports. D. Fraternity or sorority membership.

participation in college sports

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

people with Internet addiction tend to have lower grades and poorer job performance than others who are not addicted

Therapeutic communities are a type of... A. Individual therapy. B. 12-step program. C. Outpatient behavioral treatment. D. Residential treatment.

residential treatment

Which of the following is TRUE about over-the-counter drugs? A. They can be abused. B. They are monitored under the care of a physician. C. They cannot be abused. D. Some require a prescription.

they can be abused

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

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

Using a nicotine patch for smoking cessation is an example of which route of administration? A. Inhalation. B. Injection. C. Oral ingestion. D. Transdermal.

transdermal

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

vaping marijuana is associated with fewer adverse effects on the lungs than smoking marijuana

Which of the following is TRUE about gambling addictions? A. Gambling problems do not tend to become worse over time. B. Gambling problems are greater among individuals with high socioeconomic status. C. Most compulsive gamblers seek a high from the excitement even more than from money. D. People with a compulsive gambling disorder and people who abuse drugs have entirely different cravings and highs.

most compulsive gamblers seek a high from the excitement even more than from money

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

two drugs multiply each other's effects