HLTH 231 Ch. 8

Chemical vapors in household products such as varnish, glues, and gasoline are examples of A) inhalants. B) club drugs. C) over-the-counter drugs. D) stimulants.

Inhalants

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 can produce a high lasting over 8 hours when smoked. D) It takes long-term use to develop tolerance.

It takes long-term use to develop tolerance

Opioids are also called A) depressants. B) hallucinogens. C) narcotics. D) stimulants.

Narcotics

Stimulants act by increasing the activity of the A) autonomic nervous system. B) central nervous system. C) peripheral nervous system. D) parasympathetic nervous system.

central nervous system

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

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

is derived from a cactus

All of the following drugs are used to treat opioid addiction EXCEPT A) methadone. B) naltrexone (Trexan). C) buprenorphine (Temgesic). D) methamphetamine.

methamphetamine

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

two drugs multiply each other's effects

Jason doesn't see that his addiction to heroin is self-destructive. He is experiencing A) obsession. B) denial. C) loss of control. D) compulsion.

Denial

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

Doses are difficult to control because of individual lung capacities

Which of the following is TRUE about routes of drug administration? A) The least effective route of administration is by inhalation. B) Drugs can't be absorbed through the skin. C) Intravenous injection is the most dangerous method of administration. D) Drugs taken orally reach the bloodstream faster than drugs taken by inhalation.

Intravenous injection is the most dangerous method of administration

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

It can cause hallucinations "Mushrooms"

Bath salts A) can produce anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, and paranoia when used at high doses. B) are powders that release an intoxicating fragrance when poured into hot water. C) can cause a rapid drop in blood pressure and heart rate when ingested, snorted, or injected. D) are a relatively new form of MDMA.

can produce anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, and paranoia when used at high doses

Which of the following is an example of a process addiction? A) compulsive gambling B) alcoholism C) a disciplined exercise routine D) regular Internet use

compulsive gambling

Anabolic steroids are a type of A) hallucinogenic drug. B) anti-psychotic drug. C) ergogenic drug. D) testosterone-reducing drug.

ergogenic (intended to enhance performance)

A large dose of cocaine can cause A) decreased heart rate and blood pressure. B) increased heart rate and blood pressure. C) increased appetite and fatigue. D) a sustained high.

increased heart rate and blood pressure

Ecstasy is a stimulant and a(n) A) mild hallucinogen. B) narcotic. C) anesthetic. D) antidepressant.

mild hallucinogen

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

a drug

Stimulants such as Ritalin or Adderall are commonly prescribed to treat A) insomnia. B) hypertension. C) anxiety. D) ADHD.

ADHD

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

It is still used for surgery in some states

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

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

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) Only 10% of Americans addicted to drugs or alcohol receive treatment. C) Treating drug and alcohol abuse is much more costly in the long run than not treating. D) One out of every 100 Americans age 12 or older needed treatment for drug or alcohol abuse in 2015.

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

The excessive use of a drug is A) abuse. B) misuse. C) tolerance. D) dependence.

abuse

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) cross-tolerance. D) antagonism.

antagonism

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

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) neither tolerance nor withdrawal. C) tolerance but not withdrawal. D) withdrawal but not tolerance.

both tolerance and withdrawal

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

have the potential to produce a positive mood change

Heroin has a A) high potential for addiction and medical use. B) low potential for addiction and no medical use. C) high potential for addiction and no medical use. D) high potential for addiction and limited medical use.

high potential for addiction and no medical use

Which type of drug is defined as having the potential to alter a person's mood or behavior? A) illicit drug B) psychoactive drug C) recreational drug D) over-the-counter drug

psychoactive drug

Over-the-counter drugs commonly abused by teens and young adults include A) pain relievers, muscle relaxants, and sleep aids. B) pain relievers, muscle relaxants, and sleep aids.diuretics, vitamins, and herbal supplements. C) antacids, pain relievers, and diet aids. D) cough and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids

cough and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids

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

slows reaction time and impedes decision making

Using a nicotine patch for smoking cessation is an example of which route of administration? A) transdermal B) oral ingestion C) inhalation D) injection

transdermal

The process of freeing the body from an addictive substance is known as A) mainlining. B) counseling. C) rehabilitation. D) detoxification.

detoxification

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

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

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

participation in college sports

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) reuptake. D) potentiation.

polydrug use

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

to reduce appetite for weight control

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

They can be abused

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

It is an anesthetic and a stimulant

Which of the following statements about Internet addiction is true? A) Middle-age adults are more likely to become addicted to the Internet than young adults. B) An estimated 2% of Internet users experience Internet addiction. C) People with Internet addiction tend to have lower grades and poorer job performance than others who are not addicted. 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 other who are not addicted.

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

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

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

is also known as the mesolimbic dopamine system