Question 1

What is a common indication of substance abuse?&#10;A) behavioral change&#10;B) weight gain&#10;C) depression&#10;D) loss of sensory function

Accepted Answer

Behavioral change is a common indication of substance abuse. This can include changes in mood, behavior, or social patterns. Other indications can vary depending on the substance being abused.

Question 2

Chemical dependency has been associated with all the following EXCEPT:&#10;A) hereditary factors&#10;B) disease requiring certain prescription drugs&#10;C) easy access to many kinds of drugs&#10;D) increased acceptance of alcohol or marijuana to cope with stress&#10;E) increased work productivity

Accepted Answer

Chemical dependency is not associated with increased work productivity. In fact, substance abuse can impair work performance and lead to absenteeism, accidents, and decreased productivity. The other options (A, B, C, and D) are all factors that have been associated with chemical dependency.

Question 3

Which of the following drugs causes headache and vomiting when an alcoholic ingests small amounts of alcohol?&#10;A) methadone&#10;B) diazepam&#10;C) disulfiram&#10;D) naloxone

Accepted Answer

Disulfiram is a medication used to treat alcohol dependency by causing unpleasant side effects when alcohol is consumed. When an alcoholic ingests small amounts of alcohol while taking disulfiram, they may experience a range of uncomfortable symptoms, including headache, vomiting, flushed skin, and rapid heartbeat. This is a technique known as aversion therapy, designed to discourage patients from drinking alcohol by creating negative associations with its effects. Methadone, diazepam, and naloxone are drugs used to treat opioid dependence and withdrawal symptoms and do not cause negative reactions when combined with alcohol.

Question 4

Which of the following apply to abuse of anabolic steroids? They:&#10;A) cause CNS depression,deep sleep and amnesia&#10;B) often cause permanent damage to the cardiovascular system&#10;C) help to relax skeletal muscle spasms&#10;D) help to relieve the pain of athletic injuries

Accepted Answer

Anabolic steroids can cause permanent damage to the cardiovascular system, including issues such as heart disease and stroke. Choices A, C, and D are not accurate and do not apply to abuse of anabolic steroids.

Question 5

Which of the following is a synthetic opioid that prevents withdrawal symptoms and improves function?&#10;A) Antabuse&#10;B) methadone&#10;C) cocaine&#10;D) diazepam

Accepted Answer

Methadone is a synthetic opioid used to treat opioid dependence. It prevents withdrawal symptoms and can improve function by reducing drug cravings and allowing individuals to stabilize their daily lives without seeking out illicit opioids. Antabuse is used to treat alcohol addiction, not opioids. Cocaine is a stimulant drug, not an opioid. Diazepam is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety and other conditions, but it is not typically used to treat opioid addiction.

Question 6

Withdrawal from any drug is best accomplished:&#10;A) with medical support&#10;B) with legally prescribed drugs&#10;C) following intensive counselling&#10;D) using CNS stimulants

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal from any drug should be done under medical supervision as it can cause severe physical and psychological symptoms. Medical support can help manage these symptoms and ensure the safety of the individual going through withdrawal. The use of legally prescribed drugs may be necessary in some cases, but this is best determined by a medical professional. Intensive counselling may also be helpful in addressing underlying issues related to substance use, but it should not be the only method used for withdrawal. CNS stimulants should never be used for withdrawal as they can exacerbate symptoms and be dangerous.

Question 7

What is/are the typical effect(s)of psychedelic substances?&#10;A) drowsiness and euphoria&#10;B) marked stimulation of the CNS&#10;C) lethargy and decreased metabolic rate&#10;D) altered perception and awareness as well as hallucinations

Accepted Answer

Psychedelic substances, such as LSD and psilocybin, typically produce altered perception and awareness, as well as hallucinations. They can also lead to changes in mood, thought processes, and sense of self. These effects are primarily due to their interaction with serotonin receptors in the brain.

Question 8

Chronic alcoholism is likely to cause all EXCEPT:&#10;A) cirrhosis&#10;B) mental confusion&#10;C) loss of motor coordination&#10;D) altered personality and amnesia&#10;E) respiratory failure

Accepted Answer

Chronic alcoholism can cause respiratory depression, but not necessarily respiratory failure. It is not a typical complication of chronic alcoholism. The other choices are all common complications of chronic alcoholism.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is characteristic of alcohol? It:&#10;A) is primarily a CNS stimulant&#10;B) may cause congenital defects in infants born to alcoholic mothers&#10;C) does not interact with other drugs in the CNS&#10;D) usually causes severe kidney damage

Accepted Answer

Alcohol consumption during pregnancy can lead to fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) which causes a range of physical and mental defects in infants, making statement B characteristic of alcohol. Statement A is incorrect as alcohol is a CNS depressant, not a stimulant. Statement C is also incorrect as alcohol can interact with other drugs in the CNS, leading to dangerous side effects. Finally, statement D is incorrect as alcohol primarily affects the liver, not the kidneys.

Question 10

When an increased dosage of a drug causes toxic effects,it is called:&#10;A) synergism&#10;B) neurostimulant&#10;C) overdose&#10;D) detoxification

Accepted Answer

When a higher dose of a drug causes toxic effects, it is called an overdose. Synergism refers to the interaction of two or more drugs that produces a greater effect than the sum of each drug's individual effects. Neurostimulant refers to a drug that stimulates the nervous system. Detoxification refers to the process of removing toxic substances, such as drugs, from the body.

Question 11

What is physiologic dependence?&#10;A) an intense emotional need for a drug in order to function&#10;B) adaptation of the body to a drug resulting in withdrawal signs after the drug is discontinued&#10;C) the need for an ever-increasing dose to produce the same effect&#10;D) continuing to take a drug when it is not required medically

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is physiologic dependence?&#10;A) an intense emotional...

Question 12

Synergism can cause an emergency situation when:&#10;A) antidotes for respiratory depression are given too quickly&#10;B) a combination of alcohol and drugs has been taken&#10;C) a large dose of a drug affects the central nervous system&#10;D) an individual involuntarily develops a habit

Accepted Answer

The answer of Synergism can cause an emergency situation when:&#10;A)...

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a common sign(s)of withdrawal?&#10;A) irritability&#10;B) respiratory depression&#10;C) nausea and vomiting&#10;D) psychotic episodes and convulsions&#10;E) tremors

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is NOT a...

Question 14

A patient who has developed a tolerance for codeine will:&#10;A) demonstrate physical signs when the drug is discontinued&#10;B) require a larger dose than expected to control pain&#10;C) require a smaller dose than expected to control pain&#10;D) show signs or symptoms of drug toxicity

Accepted Answer

The answer of A patient who has developed a tolerance...

Deck 14: Substance Abuse