Hlth 231 quiz 8
they have a short life span and become inactive within an hour
All of the following are true about suppositories EXCEPT that
methamphetamine
All of the following drugs are used to treat opioid addiction EXCEPT
Vaping marijuana is associated with fewer adverse effects on the lungs than smoking marijuana
All of the following statements about the effects of chronic marijuana use are true EXCEPT:
ergogenic drug
Anabolic steroids are a type of
can produce anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, and paranoia when used at high doses
Bath salts
using an over-the-counter (OTC) drug
Chelsea occasionally takes aspirin to relieve a headache. Chelsea is
inhalants
Chemical vapors in household products such as varnish, glues, and gasoline are examples of
financial problems
Compulsive buying disorder is often associated with
exercise addiction
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?
as a stimulant
Diet pills contain ingredients such as caffeine, and can therefore act in what way on the body?
mild hallucinogen
Ecstasy is a stimulant and a(n)
high potential for addiction and no medical use
Heroin has a
two drugs multiply each other's effects
In a synergistic drug interaction
narcotics
Opioids are also called
cough and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids
Over-the-counter drugs commonly abused by teens and young adults include
both tolerance and withdrawal
People with a physiological dependence on a substance, such as an addictive drug, will experience
They enhance, suppress, or interfere with the actions of neurotransmitters
Psychoactive drugs have which type of effect on the body?
central nervous system
Stimulants act by increasing the activity of the
ADHD
Stimulants such as Ritalin or Adderall are commonly prescribed to treat
polydrug use
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
abuse
The excessive use of a drug is
blotter acid that is swallowed or chewed
The most popular form of LSD is
intolerance
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
drug misuse
Using a drug for a purpose other than that for which it is intended is
transdermal
Using a nicotine patch for smoking cessation is an example of which route of administration?
to reduce appetite for weight control
Marijuana is administered therapeutically for all of the following reasons EXCEPT
legal for medical purposes in 28 states
Marijuana today is
slows reaction time and impedes decision making
Marijuana use presents clear dangers to those driving motor vehicles (as well as others on the road) because it
is derived from a cactus
Mescaline
antagonism
The interaction of two or more drugs at the same receptor site in which one blocks the action of the other is
is also known as the mesolimbic dopamine system
The so-called pleasure circuit
It is an anesthetic and a stimulant
Which of the following statements is TRUE of cocaine?
psychoactive drug
Which type of drug is defined as having the potential to alter a person's mood or behavior?
residential treatment
Therapeutic communities are a type of
dopamine
When drugs activate the brain's pleasure circuit, what neurotransmitter is involved?
It is still used for surgery in some states
Which of the following is NOT true about PCP?
It takes long-term use to develop tolerance
Which of the following is NOT true of methamphetamine?
Most compulsive gamblers seek a high from the excitement even more than from money
Which of the following is TRUE about gambling addictions?
Doses are difficult to control because of individual lung capacities
Which of the following is TRUE about inhalants?
They can be abused
Which of the following is TRUE about over-the-counter drugs?
It can cause hallucinations
Which of the following is TRUE about psilocybin?
Intravenous injection is the most dangerous method of administration
Which of the following is TRUE about routes of drug administration?
Adverse effects include mood swings, elevated cholesterol levels, acne, and hypertension
Which of the following is TRUE about steroids?
compulsive gambling
Which of the following is an example of a process addiction?
Only 10% of Americans addicted to drugs or alcohol receive treatment
Which of the following is true about drug abuse treatment?
People with Internet addiction tend to have lower grades and poorer job performance than others who are not addicted
Which of the following statements about Internet addiction is true?
increased heart rate and blood pressure
A large dose of cocaine can cause
a drug
A substance intended to affect the structure or function of the body or mind through chemical action is
participation in college sports
According to research, each of the following factors increases the risk of substance abuse among students EXCEPT
have the potential to produce a positive mood change
Addictive substances and behaviors
