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Unit Test: Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (Passed with 88%)

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Which statement describes tobacco?

It is classified as an addictive drug.
It decreases heart rate and blood pressure.
There is a low risk of developing stroke.
It causes the level of dopamine in the brain to decrease.
It is classified as an addictive drug.
Which is a personal reason for using tobacco?

weight loss
peer pressure
family use
celebrity use
weight loss
What do effective treatment options provide?

medical care
overnight cures
one therapy for all ages
a focus on drinking moderately
medical care
What skill can be used to suggest an alternate activity if someone is invited to drink?

engaging
avoidance
acceptance
negotiation
avoidance
How does planning activities at your own home help you avoid situations involving alcohol?

A.
Your home life does not involve situations with alcohol use.
B.
Alcohol use is almost always tied to group events outside the home.
C.
You can control whether or not there is alcohol in your home.
D.
Planning activities at home does not help you avoid situations involving alcohol.
C.
Which of these factors may affect a person's blood alcohol concentration?

gender
race
blood type
age
gender
Who would most likely develop an alcohol addiction in adulthood?

a teen who uses alcohol to cope with family problems
a teen who has a drink with friends at a birthday party
a young adult who drinks once a week after work with friends
a young adult who serves as the designated driver for parties
a teen who uses alcohol to cope with family problems
Which symptom describes a short-term effect of using methamphetamines?

alertness
slow heart rate
anxiety
sleeping disorders
alertness
Which of the following statements about environmental factors is NOT true?

A.
Peer pressure is the number one reason why adolescents make bad decisions regarding alcohol.
B.
Adolescents are more likely to drink alcohol if they choose friends who don't drink.
C.
The media often portrays drinking alcohol as cool or glamorous, leading some adolescents to drink.
D.
Parental disapproval of alcohol causes many adolescents to avoid drinking.
B.
Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A.
Alcoholics are able to stop drinking anytime they want.
B.
Alcoholics will stop drinking if people tell them they have a problem.
C.
Alcoholics can stop drinking if they can admit that there is a problem.
D.
Alcoholics can stop drinking without help from other people.
C.
Sophia's doctor suspects she's been using marijuana for a long period of time. Which set of symptoms best describes what Sophia's doctor observes?

Sophia exhibits impaired memory and learning.
Sophia is hoarse and malnourished with nosebleeds.
Sophia complains of itching, nausea, and a racing heart.
Sophia has severe dental problems, anxiety, and a sleep disorder.
Sophia has severe dental problems, anxiety, and a sleep disorder.
What do some recovery support services provide individuals with to reach their recovery goals?

providing funding for recreational activities
help with employment
grocery shopping assistance
memberships to fitness clubs
Help with employment
Which is one purpose of creating federal laws and policies for tobacco use?

to help people stop using tobacco products
to implement health events aimed at fighting tobacco use
to monitor the trends in tobacco use across demographics
to reduce the amount of money spent on tobacco products
to help people stop using tobacco products
Which is a direct benefit of prohibiting nicotine and tobacco use in schools?

an increase in student enrollment
the prevention of second-hand smoke
an increase in participation in sports
a decrease in the sale of e-cigarettes
the prevention of second-hand smoke
Which drug is the most commonly used drug among teens?

ecstasy
inhalants
marijuana
methamphetamines
Marijuana
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