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Withdrawal from opiates produces symptoms that are the opposite of the drug's effects. Considering this fact, which of the following symptoms would be expected from opiate withdrawal?

#1. bone, joint, and muscular pain #2. insomnia and anxiety #3. high blood pressure, rapid pulse, #4 all of the above answer:

[T/F] The name of the first enzyme involved in the metabolism of alcohol is the alcohol dehydration enzyme.

False; the correct answer is alcohol dehydrogenase

binge drinking is defined as

-5 or more drinks for males -4 or more drinks for females at one sitting

Which of the following statements best describes the effects that depressants have on the the body due to its effects on the central nervous system?

A. Depressants increase rate of breathing, blood pressure, and heart rate. B. Depressants decrease rate of breathing and heart rate. C. Depressants cause muscle rigidity and cramping. D. Depressants make people excited and alert. ANSWER: B. Depressants decrease rate of breathing and heart rate. Page 4.2

Consuming alcohol when using cocaine results in which of the following?

A. the zero sum effect because they cancel each other out B. prolonging the effects of cocaine C. a reduction in the time the effects of cocaine last D. a reduction in cardiovascular risks the day after cocaine use ANSWER: B. prolonging the effects of cocaine. Pages 3.13

Which of the following would speed up the absorption rate of alcohol?

Drinking on an empty stomach

[T/F] Tolerance to one type of depressant, such as alcohol, can lead to the development of cross-tolerance for another depressant, such as benzodiazepines.

True

"When a person who has developed tolerance to caffeine subsequently withdraws from the caffeine, it results in physical pain, extreme fatigue, and depression."

true

Heavy prolonged use of stimulants can induce a schizophrenic-like psychosis.

true


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