HPE Chapter 16

Heroin has a
high potential for addiction and no medical use.
high potential for addiction and limited medical use.
low potential for addiction and no medical use.
high potential for addiction and medical use.
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Heroin has a
high potential for addiction and no medical use.
high potential for addiction and limited medical use.
low potential for addiction and no medical use.
high potential for addiction and medical use.
high potential for addiction and no medical use.
All of the following statements about the effects of chronic marijuana use are true EXCEPT:
Vaping marijuana is associated with fewer adverse effects on the lungs than smoking marijuana.
The lungs of marijuana smokers are exposed to more tar per breath than the lungs of tobacco smokers.
Men who use marijuana weekly or more often have about twice the risk for testicular cancer as men who do not use marijuana.
Marijuana use during pregnancy causes subtle brain changes that increase the risk for memory and attention problems in offspring.
Vaping marijuana is associated with fewer adverse effects on the lungs than smoking marijuana
James is no longer able to feel the same effect from his drug of choice with his regular dose; he needs to increase the amount of the drug to feel the desired effect. This demonstrates
tolerance.
withdrawal.
adjustment.
intolerance.
tolerance
Using a nicotine patch for smoking cessation is an example of which route of administration?
transdermal
injection
oral ingestion
inhalation
transdermal
The interaction of two or more drugs at the same receptor site in which one blocks the action of the other is
synergism.
antagonism.
intolerance.
cross-tolerance.
antagonism.
Opioids are also called
hallucinogens.
stimulants.
narcotics.
depressants.
narcotics
Among American adults, the second most commonly abused type of drug, after marijuana, is
ergogenic drugs.
inhalants.
over-the-counter drugs.
prescription drugs.
prescription drugs.
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
polydrug use.
drug abuse.
reuptake.
potentiation.
polydrug use.
To help him fight his addiction to alcohol, Andy's physician has prescribed a drug that will make him feel intensely uncomfortable if he drinks alcohol. This type of response is called
synergism.
intolerance.
cross-tolerance.
antagonism.
intolerance
People with a physiological dependence on a substance, such as an addictive drug, will experience
both tolerance and withdrawal.
tolerance but not withdrawal.
withdrawal but not tolerance.
neither tolerance nor withdrawal.
both tolerance and withdrawal.
Psychoactive drugs have which type of effect on the body? They enhance, suppress, or interfere with the actions of neurotransmitters. They speed up energy metabolism and body movements. They potentiate the effect of other drugs on the nervous system. They depress or slow all body functions.They enhance, suppress, or interfere with the actions of neurotransmitters.When drugs activate the brain's pleasure circuit, what neurotransmitter is involved? ketamine melamine dopamine amphetaminedopamineMorphine, codeine, and heroin are all available over the counter. opioids. available by prescription. amphetamines.opioids.The process of freeing the body from an addictive substance is known as counseling. detoxification. rehabilitation. mainlining.detoxification.Stimulants act by increasing the activity of the parasympathetic nervous system. peripheral nervous system. central nervous system. autonomic nervous system.central nervous system.Over-the-counter drugs commonly abused by teens and young adults include pain relievers, muscle relaxants, and sleep aids. diuretics, vitamins, and herbal supplements. cough and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids. antacids, pain relievers, and diet aids.cough and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids.Derrick frequently takes an over-the-counter stimulant weight loss drug just before heading to the gym for a workout, during which he typically consumes a 16-ounce energy drink. The interaction of the drugs in these products is MOST likely to be a cross-tolerance. an intolerance. synergistic. antagonistic.synergisticWhich of the following is TRUE about inhalants? The effects last for days. The products used are illegal for purchase by minors. Doses are difficult to control because of individual lung capacities. They reach the bloodstream 10 minutes after inhalation.Doses are difficult to control because of individual lung capacitiesIn a synergistic drug interaction two or more drugs combine to produce extremely uncomfortable reactions. an individual develops a tolerance to one drug that increases his or her tolerance to another drug. two drugs multiply each other's effects. one drug blocks the action of another drug.two drugs multiply each other's effectsThe so-called pleasure circuit includes the central nervous system, the endocrine system, and the immune system. is activated when the pituitary gland releases hormones related to pleasure into the bloodstream. spans the brain, sensory receptors in the skin, and motor neurons attached to muscles. is also known as the mesolimbic dopamine system.is also known as the mesolimbic dopamine systemWhich of the following is an example of a process addiction? alcoholism a disciplined exercise routine compulsive gambling regular Internet usecompulsive gamblingUsing a drug for a purpose other than that for which it is intended is drug misuse. drug tolerance. drug use. drug abuse.drug misuseWhich of the following is NOT one of the reasons that prescription drug abuse is so common? Prescription drugs have few side effects. Prescription drugs are easily accessible. People perceive prescription drugs as safer than illicit drugs. Prescription drugs are relatively inexpensive.Prescription drugs have few side effects.Which of the following statements about Internet addiction is true? Middle-age adults are more likely to become addicted to the Internet than young adults. An estimated 2% of Internet users experience Internet addiction. People with Internet addiction tend to have lower grades and poorer job performance than others who are not addicted. 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 others who are not addictedWhich of the following is true about drug abuse treatment? In most cases, an addiction to drugs or alcohol can be considered cured once detoxification has been achieved. Only 10% of Americans addicted to drugs or alcohol receive treatment. One out of every 100 Americans age 12 or older needed treatment for drug or alcohol abuse in 2015. Treating drug and alcohol abuse is much more costly in the long run than not treating.Only 10% of Americans addicted to drugs or alcohol receive treatmentWhich of the following is TRUE about routes of drug administration? Drugs taken orally reach the bloodstream faster than drugs taken by inhalation. Drugs can't be absorbed through the skin. The least effective route of administration is by inhalation. Intravenous injection is the most dangerous method of administration.Intravenous injection is the most dangerous method of administrationMarijuana is administered therapeutically for all of the following reasons EXCEPT to forestall loss of lean muscle mass due to AIDS-wasting syndrome. to reduce appetite for weight control. to reduce the muscle pain and spasticity caused by multiple sclerosis. to control side effects of chemotherapy such as nausea and vomiting.to reduce appetite for weight controlAnabolic steroids are a type of ergogenic drug. testosterone-reducing drug. anti-psychotic drug. hallucinogenic drug.ergogenic drug.Marijuana use presents clear dangers to those driving motor vehicles (as well as others on the road) because it negatively affects night vision. may cause seizures. slows reaction time and impedes decision making. is a known carcinogen.slows reaction time and impedes decision makingLisa 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 intervening. reinforcing. compulsion. enabling.enabling