HLTH 1100 chapter 7

Amphetamines such as Ritalin or Adderall are commonly prescribed to treat

ADHD.

Which of the following is true about steroids?

Adverse effects include mood swings, elevated cholesterol levels, acne, and hypertension.

Which of the following is true about gambling addictions?

Compulsive gamblers seek a high from the excitement rather than from money.

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?

Exercise addiction

Depressants speed up neuromuscular activity and can increase focus and alertness.

False

Methadone maintenance does not have the same potential for addiction that heroin does.

False

Mikail is attempting to reduce his caffeine consumption. Which of the following drinks that he consumes daily has the highest amount of caffeine per serving?

Gourmet coffee from a coffee shop.

Which of the following is NOT true of methamphetamine?

It can be snorted or smoked, but not injected or orally ingested.

Which of the following is true about psilocybin?

It can cause hallucinations.

Which of the following statements is true of cocaine?

It is an anesthetic.

Which of the following is true about over-the-counter drugs?

They can be abused.

What is the most common reason offered by college students to explain their drug use?

To reduce stress

Using a nicotine patch for smoking cessation is an example of which route of administration?

Transdermal.

A synergistic drug interaction can be dangerous or even deadly.

True

Endorphins are hormones that act as "the body's own opioids" in their ability to reduce pain and produce feelings of well-being.

True

Mescaline, as dried peyote buttons, has been used for religious purposes by people native to the southwestern United States and Latin America.

True

Prescription drug abuse has increased dramatically among college students over the past 10 years.

True

Withdrawal and tolerance are key aspects of addiction.

True

The most noticeable effect of the THC in marijuana is

bloodshot eyes.

The most popular form of LSD is

blotter acid that is swallowed or chewed.

Jason doesn't see that his addiction to heroin is self-destructive. He is experiencing

denial.

Using a drug for a purpose other than that which it is intended is

drug misuse.

Lisa is aware that her best friend, Kim, has a drinking problem. Lisa continually makes excuses for her and often completes Kim's homework to protect her from flunking out of school. Lisa's behavior is an example of

enabling.

All types of addiction

have the potential to produce a positive mood change.

Heroin has a

high potential for addiction and no accepted medical use

A large dose of cocaine can cause

increased heart rate and blood pressure.

Long-term effects of marijuana include all the following EXCEPT

increased production of testosterone in males.

Marijuana today is

much more potent than it was in the 1960s.

Opioids are also called

narcotics.

An aspirin taken to relieve minor muscle aches would be considered a(n)

over-the-counter (OTC) drug.

If you have questions about drug interactions, you should talk to a

pharmacist or physician.

Marijuana use presents clear dangers to those driving motor vehicles (as well as others on the road) because it

slows reaction time and impedes decision-making.

Ecstacy is a

stimulant and a mild hallucinogen.

Marijuana is administered therapeutically for all of the following reasons EXCEPT

to reduce appetite for weight control.

People with a physiological dependence on a substance, such as an addictive drug, will experience

tolerance but not withdrawal.

James is no longer able to feel the same effects from his drug of choice with his regular dose; he needs to increase the amount of the drug to feel the desired effects. This demonstrates

tolerance.

Which type of drug has the potential to alter a person's mood or behavior?

Psychoactive drug

Alcohol, caffeine, and tobacco are all classified as which type of drug?

Recreational.

Which of the following is NOT true about the treatment for opioid addiction?

The most difficult time in the withdrawal process occurs 3 to 7 days after the last use.

Morphine, codeine, and heroin are all

opioids.