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Why is there an increased sense of smell when a person stops smoking? Check all that apply.

Nerve cells regrow in lungs and airways. Chemicals in smoke alter taste and smell.

What strategy is being used when a person makes the conscious decision not to drink?

Refusal Strategy

Kathy became addicted to alcohol in her teen years. Which factors influenced her drinking? Check all that apply.

She had a family history of alcohol addiction; She liked the way drinking made her feel; Her family did not care that she drank, even though she was underage; She had easy access to alcohol through her family

Which health result would most likely be experienced by a long-term smoker who makes the decision to stop smoking?

decrease in chronic diseases

Which examples are considered benefits of abstaining from alcohol? Check all that apply.

decreasing social and family issues decreasing risk of chronic disease increasing control of the mind and body

Which outcomes are underage drinkers most likely to experience? Check all that apply.

depression adulthood addiction unintended pregnancy sexually transmitted diseases

Which factors can potentially increase a teenager's alcohol use? Check all that apply.

desire to be popular; desire for independence; boredom and loneliness; inability to cope with problems

While attending an addiction treatment center, a person can abstain from harmful substances. Which term best describes this activity?

detoxification

Which characteristic is a sign of drug addiction?

experiencing legal problems

Which are a possible consequences for violating a zero-tolerance school policy? Check all that apply.

expulsion, suspension, removal from sports team

Which set of symptoms describes the short-term effects of amphetamines?

fast heart rate with extreme alertness and high energy

Which results best exemplify positive changes when someone stops using alcohol? Check all that apply.

improved liver function decreased blood pressure lowered risk of alcohol dependency potential decreased risk of certain cancers

Which problem is shown to increase with smoking?

infertility rates

Which of these are considered long-term effects of alcohol abuse? Check all that apply.

liver disease, kidney failure, thin and brittle bones

Which of these scenarios is an example of social pressure that influences behavior?

looking at photos or reading about celebrities

Which consequences are possible results of poor decision-making associated with drug abuse? Check all that apply.

loss of future goals increased risk of traffic accidents increased risk of an unplanned pregnancy

Which drug contains the chemical THC and affects specific receptors in the brain?

marijuana

Which drug is derived from the hemp plant?

marijuana

What is the idea that filters protect against the health effects from nicotine use is widely viewed as?

myth

Identify whether each statement is a fact or myth about alcohol use.

myth; myth; fact; myth; fact

Which of these prescription drugs are commonly abused? Check all that apply.

opiate pain relievers ADHD medication antianxiety drugs

Which of these issues are related to long-term cocaine use? Check all that apply.

paranoia malnutrition birth defects

What most likely does this image illustrate?

peer pressure of smoking

Which type of consequence includes depression, antisocial behavior, and/or poor grades?

personal

What are the primary steps for developing a plan to lead a substance-free life? Check all that apply.

planning ahead developing strategies determining outcomes

Which of these are short-term effects of alcohol? Check all that apply.

poor decision-making decreased perception of reality mood swings anxiety

Which of these circumstances should keep a person from drinking? Check all that apply.

pregnancy; medical condition; history of alcoholism; operation of heavy equipment

What is a social consequence of using tobacco?

the financial cost of fueling the addiction

Which factors influence how drinking and binge drinking affect a person? Check all that apply.

the person's body size; the person's gender; medications the person has taken

Which conditions in a family can contribute to teen alcohol use? Check all that apply.

uninvolved parents, family conflict or abuse, routine parental drinking, presence of alcohol in the home

Which condition is often a result of alcohol addiction?

cirrhosis of the liver

Which type of risk factor for underage drinking includes gang presence and income inequality?

community

How much alcohol is a person under the age of 21 allowed to consume?

0.0 oz

Which number and frequency of drinks defines binge drinking?

5 or more drinks at one time

Which steps can you take to help a person suffering from alcohol abuse? Check all that apply.

Call a treatment service. Talk to a school counselor. Confide in someone you trust. Seek out a healthcare professional.

What can you infer are the possible effects of fetal alcohol syndrome?

Children can develop learning and behavioral problems.

If an adult chooses to consume alcohol and then drive, which is the most important rule to follow?

Designate a driver who is not drinking.

How does a person who struggles with addiction cope with influencing triggers? Check all that apply.

Don't give in. Ride out your urges. Challenge your thoughts. Leave high-risk situations.

Why are over-the-counter drugs often abused?

They are legal and easy to access.

What message can you infer that Kathy wanted to send by agreeing to this interview?

Women should not drink while they are pregnant.

Which media would most likely influence a person to use tobacco? Check all that apply.

a concert that encourages smoking a movie that makes smoking look fun a singer smoking on an album cover

What are the short-term effects of nicotine and tobacco use? Check all that apply.

abnormal tightening of the lung's airways stimulation of the brain's reward center increased blood pressure and breathing rate

About how much higher is the risk of a vehicle crash at a BAC of 0.16 percent than a BAC of 0.00 percent?

about 25 times as likely

About how much higher is the risk of a vehicle crash at a BAC of 0.10 percent than a BAC of 0.00 percent?

about 5 times as likely

Which are burdens that tobacco use places on society? Check all that apply.

an increase in the number of people with cancer an increase in the rate of death per capita an increase in the costs for medical treatment

Which mental health issues can nicotine addiction lead to? Check all that apply.

anger anxiety mood swings depression

What consequences can result from drinking under the age of 21? Check all that apply.

being banned from participating in sports; being ordered to do community service; losing your driver's license; being suspended from school

Which consequences can occur if a mother uses drugs during pregnancy? Check all that apply.

birth defects premature birth low birth weight sudden infant death syndrome

Arif has recently quit smoking. What immediate benefits can he expect? Check all that apply.

blood oxygen levels returned to normal better cardiovascular circulation easier breathing and respiration improved oral and skin health

How do nicotine and tobacco cause cancer? Check all that apply

by weakening the body's immune system by damaging or changing a cell's DNA

How does media influence alcohol use? Check all that apply.

celebrity endorsements social media posts music and songs movies and television

Which of these smoking-related diseases cause permanent damage to the lungs? Check all that apply.

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) emphysema asthma


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