Unit 6 Quiz
Jessie is hanging out with her friends when one of them pulls out a joint (marijuana). Although Jessie doesn't really want to participate, her friends start passing it around. How should Jessie respond when it gets to her?
suggest something else refuse with a smile
Jillian is researching the effects of alcohol on the human body. What might she find in her research?
Alcohol leads to heart damage.
Jimmy wants to tell his friend Juleka about the physical health benefits she could receive by giving up smoking. What could he tell her?
Being drug-free means less chance of getting cancer, liver disease, or lung damage.
What do alcohol and tobacco have in common?
Both increase risk of cancer.
Jarik tells his friend Jaku that he is afraid he might be developed a tolerance for ibuprofen. Jaku doesn't quite know what Jarik means. How could Jarik explain it to him?
He needs more ibuprofen to feel the same levels of relief he used to.
Josephine, a pregnant friend of yours, comes to you to ask about what could happen if she takes drugs while her baby is still developing. What should you tell her?
It could lead to a stillborn birth. It could lead to a higher risk of birth defects. It could lead to the baby being underweight or premature.
What is not a sign that drugs are being abused?
accepting drugs from a doctor
While Joseph was on a road trip, he passed by a small town with huge signs pointing out the bar just a few blocks away. What negative influence was pushed upon Joseph?
advertising
Jarvis believes his friend Julia has begun abusing drugs. What signs might Jarvis have seen in Julia to clue him in?
awake or asleep at odd hours unusual depression or energy losing interest in hobbies
Jaden is trying to quit smoking. How might he best succeed?
breaking all the little habits associated with using drugs
Scientists are working on a new allergy drug. They are in the testing stages where they look for side effects in test subjects. They find the drug makes the subjects drowsy and slows their reaction time. In addition, their heart rate decreases, and they seem to have poor concentration. What "type" of drug would this be classified under?
depressant
There is a new painkiller on the market. In the warning label, it tells users that this may lead to drowsiness, a decrease in brain activity, and a delay in reflexes. What "type" of drug is this?
depressant
What is the legal status of heroin in the USA?
illegal
What is the legal status of tobacco in the USA?
legal with restrictions
Jamie decides to go to Jade for someone to talk to about her drug problem. What could Jade do that would be most helpful for Jamie?
listen to her without making judgments
Which drug has been increasing in use since 2008?
marijuana
Jacqueline's favorite TV show often shows the main character with a glass of wine in her hand. Her life seems so put together, and Jacqueline wonders if the wine helps her relax. What kind of negative influence is Jacqueline feeling here?
media messages
Jude's favorite song has several lines about getting stoned. Jude starts to wonder if it is nearly as fun as the song insinuates. What type of negative influence is Jude being exposed to?
media messages
For a drug to be placed on the Schedule I drug list, the drug must have _________.
no currently accepted medical use a high potential for abuse a lack of accepted safety for use of the drug
Jana's family has a history of alcoholism. What are some health risks Jana should be worried about associated with heavy use of alcohol?
pancreatic damage liver inflammation cancer heart damage
Jonathan is offered a drink while he's at a back-to-school party. How might Jonathan deal with this situation?
refuse with a smile
What are the purpose of neurons?
send electrical messages back and forth
Sean drinks a cup of coffee every morning with his breakfast. He enjoys the increase in focus he feels, as well as feeling more energetic and the faster pounding of his heart. What "type" of drug is this?
stimulant
