Drug Ed Final

Dietary supplement labels are similar to: (1) Over-the-counter medication labels. (2) Food labels. (3) Prescription drug labels. (4) Since dietary supplements are not regulated, they have no label requirements.

(2) Food labels

There have been many changes by the FDA in approving over-the-counter weight control products over the years. Currently, (1) there are several weight control OTC medications, each with a unique FDA-approved active ingredient. (2) there is only one FDA-approved OTC medication for weight control. (3) there are only dietary supplements approved by the FDA as effective in weight control. (4) there are no FDA-approved OTC weight control products on the market.

(2) there is only one FDA-approved OTC medication for weight control

Acute drug effects are those that: (1) are dangerous. (2) are caused by the immediate presence of the drug in the body. (3) are unrelated to dose. (4) last more than a day.

(2) are caused by the immediate presence of the drug in the body.

PTSD, panic disorder and compulsive-obsessive disorder are examples of: (1) Depression. (2) Bipolar disorders. (3) Anxiety disorders. (4) Psychosis.

(3) Anxiety disorders.

Match the following: 1. Tolerance 2. Reinforcement 3. Withdrawal syndrome Drug effect often related to behavioral dependence. Often precedes physical dependence. Proof of physical dependence.

2 1 3

Match the mental disorder with the drug treatment Depression Bipolar disorder Schizophrenia 1. Lithium 2. MAO Inhibitors 3. Antipsychotics

2 1 3

Requiring insurance companies to pay for mental disorders the same as they pay for physical health issues is called: (1) integrated care. (2) mental health parity. (3) mental health treatment. (4)social marketing

(2) mental health parity

Match the following with the best description of their physical withdrawal symptoms: 1. Most dangerous physical withdrawal 2. Unpleasant physical withdrawal, but not usually life- threatening 3. More unpleasant psychological withdrawal than physical 4. Mild withdrawal symptoms Opioids Stimulants Caffeine Alcohol

2 3 4 1

Match the following with their use: 1. For cough. 2. For fever. 3. For pain. 4. For allergies. Analgesic Antihistamine Antipyretic Antitussive

3 4 2 1

True or False: Opioids are so dangerous because they are man-made, synthetic chemicals.

False

True or False: Since dietary supplements are all natural, megadoses of them are not dangerous.

False

True or False: All negative impacts from using inhalants are reversible once use stops.

False

True or False: Lithium is used primarily for treating anxiety disorder.

False

True or False: Oxycontin and Vicodin are approved by the FDA as prescriptions, so they are safer than other opioids like morphine and heroin.

False

True or False: Stimulants are so dangerous because they are all man-made substances.

False

True or False: The impacts of inhalants are limited mainly to the brain.

False

True or False: The medical model approach to mental disorders is effective because it allows for an exact diagnosis and treatment

False

True or False: There are no current approved medical uses for steroids

False

True or False: Opioids are derived from the peyote plant

False

True or False: Dietary supplements are usually better for the body than whole foods because they are more concentrated.

False

True or False: Dietary supplements must be proven safe and effective to be approved by the FDA

False

True or False: Since OTC medications do not require a prescription, it is safe to take more than the dose indicated on the label.

False

True or False: Some ingredients in OTC medications are included in DAWN tracking.

False

True or False: The FDA must approve each new OTC product before it can be sold.

False

True or False: There is clear and convincing scientific evidence that the "War on Drugs" has been an overwhelming success.

False

True or False: Unlike the tobacco industry, the alcohol industry does not target specific communities with their advertising.

False

True or False: Prohibition was repealed because it was not successful in reducing alcohol consumption

False

If you were having trouble falling asleep and staying asleep, which would be the best type of depressant to use? Fast onset and short duration. Slow onset and short duration. Slow onset and long duration. Fast onset and long duration.

Fast onset and long duration.

Which agreement was a win for tobacco and public health?

The Master Settlement Agreement on tobacco was a clear win for public health

Inhalants cause hypoxia, which means: The person is uncoordinated. Slurred speech. The person is having hallucinations. The brain or body is being deprived of oxygen.

The brain or body is being deprived of oxygen

What do 5 ounces of wine, 12 ounces of beer and 1.5 ounces of vodka have in common

They are considered a "standard serving" of alcohol and have approximately the same amount of alcohol in them.

True or False: Each year in the U.S., more mentally ill persons are jailed than are admitted to state mental hospitals.

True

True or False: Laws that limit access to ephedrine and pseudoephedrine have been effective in reducing "home" meth labs.

True

True or False: Moderate consumption of caffeine is most effective at improving mental stimulation and performance on some mental tasks if the person is not a regular user of caffeine.

True

True or False: Some side effects from anabolic steroids are irreversible.

True

True or False: A dietary supplement does not have to be approved by the FDA before it goes on the market.

True

True or False: According to the US Sentencing Commission, current penalties exaggerate the relative harmfulness of crack cocaine in comparison to powder cocaine.

True

True or False: Alcohol is metabolized by the liver at a constant rate, regardless of how much you have had to drink.

True

True or False: It is possible to have dependence and withdrawal from depressant use, even if they are used according to a doctor's prescription.

True

True or False: Since 2007, dietary supplement manufacturers must follow the Good Manufacturing Practices, which focus on purity and strength, rather than effectiveness.

True

True or False: The FDA must prove that a dietary supplement is unsafe before taking action to remove it from the market.

True

True or False: The drug that leads to more deaths than any other is tobacco.

True

True or False: The ingredients used in OTC medications must be proven safe and effective before they will be approved by the FDA.

True

The Oregon Air Monitoring Project demonstrated that

air quality in bars with smoking can reach extremely dangerous levels, even for otherwise healthy adults.

Low body temperature, vomiting and slow breathing are signs of

alcohol poisoning

Adderall, amphetamines and methamphetamines are: all Schedule I drugs due to their dependence potential. all Schedule II drugs with felony penalties. each on different Controlled Substance Schedules due to different dependency potentials. None of the above are true about these drugs.

all Schedule II drugs with felony penalties.

A 2007 Harvard School of Public Health study revealed that between 1997 and 2005, nicotine yields in cigarettes

had increased by 11%.

Physiologically and behaviorally, nicotine addiction is similar to

heroin and cocaine

The dependency potential of cocaine depends on: whether it is mixed with alcohol. whether it is in crack or powder form. how it is administered. how fast it is metabolized and eliminated.

how it is administered.

True or Flase: Withdrawal from heavy alcohol use can be life-threatening

true

The 2006 Surgeon General's Report concluded that

ventilation and non-smoking areas are NOT effective in getting rid of the negative health effects of secondhand smoke in enclosed areas

In determining whether using a drug causes people to become criminals, it is important to remember that: (1) there is no statistical relationship between crime and illicit drug use. (2) most illicit drugs cause damage to the areas of the brain responsible for understanding right from wrong. (3) longitudinal studies find that indicators of criminal or antisocial behavior usually occur before the first use of any illicit drug. (4) consistent personality changes are likely with even a few exposures to heroin or cocaine.

(3) longitudinal studies find that indicators of criminal or antisocial behavior usually occur before the first use of any illicit drug.

The major challenge with antipsychotics is: (1) that they can produce movement disorders. (2) that patients often quit taking them on their own. (3) that they can cause significant weight gain. (4) All of the above are challenges of using antipsychotics.

(4) All of the above are challenges of using antipsychotics.

Which of the following statements is TRUE about OTC medications. (1) It is possible to overdose on OTC medications. (2) Manufacturers can change the ingredients of their products at will. (3) It is safest to use an OTC that exactly matches your symptoms, rather than one that "treats everything." (4) All of the above are true about OTC medications.

(4) All of the above are true about OTC medications.

Labels on dietary supplements must include which of the following: (1) A complete list of ingredients. (2) The active ingredient. (3) The name and address of the manufacturer or distributor. (4) All of the above.

(4) All of the above.

Amino acids, herbs, and minerals are examples of: (1) Performance-enhancing substances. (2) Over-the-counter medications. (3) FDA approved weight-loss supplements. (4) Dietary supplements.

(4) Dietary supplements

The most used dietary supplements are: (1) Herbs. (2)Fish oil and omega 3 oils. (3) Amino acids. (4) Multi-vitamins and minerals.

(4) Multi-vitamins and minerals

Which of the following is TRUE about over-the-counter medications? (1) They may not contain caffeine. (2) Each one must contain unique active ingredients. (3) They may not contain any trace of a prescription drug. (4) None of the above are true about OTC medications.

(4) None of the above are true about OTC medications.

The mental disorder involving a loss of contact with reality is: (1) Mania. (2) Anxiety. (3) Bipolar disorder. (4) Psychosis

(4) Psychosis

The primary active ingredient in over-the-counter sleep aids is: (1) an analgesic-antipyretic. (2) a low dose depressant. (3) acetaminophen. (4) an antihistamine.

(4) an antihistamine

In comparing the relative toxicity of marijuana and cocaine, it is important to take into account: (1) the user's gender. (2) availability and price. (3) urban vs. rural environment (4) that many more people use marijuana than use cocaine.

(4) that many more people use marijuana than use cocaine

Opioids have a high potential for dependence because: A) you cannot build up tolerance to them. B) they are fast-acting, and therefore reinforcing C) they are synthetic drugs. D) A and B are true about opioids.

(B) they are fast-acting, and therefore reinforcing.

Match the characteristic of the depressant with the most logical impact or use. Some may fit more than one answer; make the best match. Quick Onset Slow onset Long-acting Rapid deactivation 1. Most reinforcing 2. Less dependence potential 3. Withdrawal 4. General anxiety

1 2 3 4

Which of the following is NOT a medical use of depressants? ADHD. Anxiety. Seizures. Anesthesia.

ADHD

Many performance-enhancing drugs are banned for use by athletes because: a) they can cause permanent negative health impacts. b) they cause an unfair advantage for those who use them over those who don't. c) society has decided that they are unethical and their use sets a bad example for children and youth. Correct Response d) All of the above

All of the above

Prescription amphetamines are used for: weight control. ADHD. narcolepsy. All of the above.

All of the above

Benefits of MODERATE caffeine intake include: getting rid of headaches. improved mood. getting rid of the tiredness from sleep deprivation. All of the above are benefits of moderate caffeine intake.

All of the above are benefits of moderate caffeine intake.

Inhalant use is particularly alarming because: Use often begins at a very young age. Products that can be used as inhalants are so easily accessible. Death can occur from one session of use. All of the above are reasons why inhalant use is of concern

All of the above are reasons why inhalant use is of concern

Which of the following is TRUE about Adderall? It is prescribed to treat ADHD. Full-time college students are twice as likely to misuse it as part-time students. 90% of those who misused Adderall also binge drink. All of the above are true about Adderall.

All of the above are true about Adderall

"Designer" steroids: a) were made specifically for use by athletes and to avoid detection. b) are illegal in all cases. c) have not been approved by the FDA. d) All of the above are true about designer steroids.

All of the above are true about designer steroids.

Heroin is an example of a drug with: A) a relatively low public health impact. B) a high risk of toxicity. C) a higher potency than morphine. D) All of the above are true about heroin.

All of the above are true about heroin

It is particularly dangerous to mix which of the following with alcohol due to their similar effects? Amphetamines Benzodiazepines Inhalants Hallucinogens

Benzodiazepines

Creatine is: a) used for weight loss. b) a legal nutritional supplement. c) used for performance enhancement. d) Both B and C are correct.

Both B and C are correct.

Which of the following is an approved medical use for opioids? A) Cough B) Diarrhea C) Pain D) All of the above are approved medical uses of opioids.

D) All of the above are approved medical uses of opioids

Methadone: A) is a synthetic opioid. B) can lessen the withdrawal symptoms of opioid dependence. C) has a slow onset and sustained effects when taken orally, so is less reinforcing than many other opioids. D) All of the above.

D) All of the above.

Which of the following is misused by more Americans? A) Oxycontin B) Morphine C) Heroin D) Vicodin

D) Vicodin

Regarding physical and behavioral dependence, and caffeine, which of the following is true: There is no evidence that caffeine is reinforcing nor that it causes withdrawal. Caffeine clearly causes behavioral dependence, but not physical dependence. Caffeine clearly causes physical dependence, but not behavioral dependence. Depending on how you define dependence, caffeine could be argued to cause both types, but the impacts are not severe

Depending on how you define dependence, caffeine could be argued to cause both types, but the impacts are not severe

According to research done in the BARLAB, the biggest factor in social behavior in a bar is: Expectations - Students who were told they were given alcohol were more social, regardless of whether they were actually given alcohol or not. Personality traits - The more outgoing students were also more social when given alcohol. Relationships - The better the students knew each other, the more social they were, regardless of the amount of alcohol they consumed. Amount of alcohol - The students who consumed the most alcohol were the most social.

Expectations - Students who were told they were given alcohol were more social, regardless of whether they were actually given alcohol or not.

Dr. Brodowicz recommends which of the following questions for evaluating whether to use a dietary supplement for performance enhancement? Does it increase strength and muscle mass, or speed and endurance? Has it been approved by the FDA for performance enhancement and safety? Is it effective, safe, legal and ethical? Does it have pharmacological, psychological or biomechanical effects?

Is it effective, safe, legal and ethical?

Which of the following is NOT true about the new law allowing the FDA to regulate tobacco

It allows the FDA to apply the same standards to tobacco as it does to OTC medications.

Which of the following statements is NOT true about mixing alcohol and other medications? -Alcohol can impact the availability of enzymes, thus changing the time course of the medication. -Some medications can impact the effect of alcohol. -It is important to research interactions with alcohol for both prescription and OTC medications. -It is only necessary to be cautious when the prescription is also a depressant like alcohol

It is only necessary to be cautious when the prescription is also a depressant like alcohol

If a friend has vomited due to drinking too much alcohol, what would be an appropriate, safe response? Lay them on their side and monitor their breathing and heart rate carefully. Not worry because they will vomit again if they drink more. Not worry because if they have vomited, their BAC has already peaked. Leave them to sleep it off.

Lay them on their side and monitor their breathing and heart rate carefully.

Which of the following is NOT true about human growth hormone? a) HGH is prescribed for building muscle mass and increasing bone density. b) Research has shown that HGH can significantly increase strength. c) HGH must be injected. d) All of the above are true for HGH

Research has shown that HGH can significantly increase strength

Which of the following can help reduce intoxication from alcohol? Drinking an energy drink. Drinking hard liquor before drinking beer. Taking a cold shower. None of the above.

None of the Above

The type of ergogenic aids that are most dangerous and mostly banned are: Nutritional Pharmacological Psychological Physiological

Pharmacological

What did the Surgeon General's report say?

The 1964 Surgeon General's Report was important because it named smoking as a CAUSE of lung cancer

Which of the following is TRUE about "crack babies?" Research on those who are now adults has shown that there does not appear to be any long-term impacts from prenatal exposure to crack. Research has shown that 84% have had severe, long-term developmental impacts from their mother's drug use. Media reports on the amount and impact of prenatal exposure to crack may have underestimated the problem. The long-term impacts are clearly worse than those for babies exposed prenatally to alcohol.

Research on those who are now adults has shown that there does not appear to be any long-term impacts from prenatal exposure to crack.

If you have general anxiety and are concerned about becoming dependent, your best strategy for using a depressant would be to select one that has: Slow onset and short duration. Fast onset and long duration. Fast onset and short duration. Slow onset and long duration.

Slow onset and long duration.

Inhalants are particularly hard to regulate because: So many common products are misused in this way. The laws vary so much from state to state. They are on so many different schedules in the Federal Controlled Substance Schedules. They are usually produced in illegal labs

So many common products are misused in this way.

Which of the following statements best describes the impact of mixing alcohol with benzodiazepines? They are dangerous to mix because they have opposite impacts on the body. They are dangerous to mix because they both have fast onset. They are dangerous to mix because the have similar impacts on the body. They are NOT dangerous to mix; it is only dangerous to mix alcohol with stimulants, such as energy drinks.

They are dangerous to mix because the have similar impacts on the body

What do DHEA, creatine and "andro" have in common? a) They are all currently legal supplements. b) They have all been sold (previously or currently) as dietary or nutritional supplements. c) They have all been shown to significantly improve performance in athletes. d) They are all Schedule I drugs.

They have all been sold (previously or currently) as dietary or nutritional supplements.

Physical withdrawal symptoms from stimulants: are usually mild compared to other drugs. usually involve extreme agitation and panic. are more severe than the psychological withdrawal. are usually severe, requiring medical supervision.

are usually mild compared to other drugs

Research has shown that when mixing alcohol and energy drinks: people can more accurately judge their ability to drive after drinking alcohol. people do better on driving tests than those who consume only alcohol. bar patrons are more likely to drive while intoxicated than those who had consumed only alcohol. people have a lower BAC than those consuming only alcohol.

bar patrons are more likely to drive while intoxicated than those who had consumed only alcohol.

Benzodiazepines, barbiturates, and the "date-rape" drug Rohypnol are all examples of: hallucinogens. stimulants. illegal substances. drugs with depressant effects.

drugs with depressant effects.

One current project of the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is to: educate consumers about food additives, including caffeine. forbid the selling of caffeinated drinks in grade schools. require the removal of caffeine in energy drinks. require the names of solvents used in the decaffeination process to be on labels.

educate consumers about food additives, including caffeine.

True or False: Nicotine is the cancer-causing drug in cigarettes

false

Athletes were not tested for anabolic steroids before 1970 because: a) no effective test was available before then. b) steroids were only considered to be a Schedule V drug at that time. c) steroid use among athletes was not obvious until then. d) the health effects were unknown

no effective test was available before then

A burning cigarette contains

over 40 carcinogens. over 4000 chemicals. over 400 toxins. (all of the above)

Although there are no official medical uses for nicotine, there is some evidence that it is an effective:

painkiller stimulant mood stabilizer (all of the above)

When looking at illicit drug use rates in 2012 for meth, cocaine and crack: these three drugs are used more than any other drug. the most used in the U.S. is crack. the most used in the U.S. is cocaine. the most used in the U.S. is meth.

the most used in the U.S. is cocaine