Deck 12: Recognizing Use, Misuse, Abuse, and Addiction to Drugs and

Question 1

Ramon is taking Antabuse for his alcohol addiction.Antabuse is based on which type of drug interaction?

A)antagonism
B)intolerance
C)synergism
D)inhibition

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Whitney takes oral contraceptives.Recently she has contracted strep throat and is given antibiotics.What type of drug interaction will the antibiotic have on her oral contraceptives?

A)synergism
B)intolerance
C)inhibition
D)antagonism

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Sofia gets hit in the head by a fly ball.What chemicals are released by her body in response to the pain of her head injury?

A)neurotransmitters
B)endorphins
C)prostaglandins
D)enkephalins

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Toshi takes aspirin to relieve her minor muscle aches.Her medication falls into which of the following drug categories?

A)over-the-counter
B)recreational
C)herbal preparations
D)commercial preparation

Question 5

Ella is using an estrogen patch for menopausal symptoms.The way the estrogen enters the body is by __________________.

A)injection
B)ingestion
C)inunction
D)inhalation

Question 6

Glenn not only needs more alcohol to achieve the desired mood,but more barbiturates as well.This type of drug interaction is called _____________.

A)antagonism
B)intolerance
C)cross-tolerance
D)inhibition

Question 7

An example of "set" in individual psychoactive drug responses is _________________.

A)smoking marijuana in a crowded restroom
B)taking cocaine during a rock concert
C)smoking marijuana alone, while depressed
D)using expensive paraphernalia to smoke marijuana

Question 8

The theory that a drug attaches itself to specialized cells in the body because of its size,shape,electrical charge,and chemical properties is called the _______________.

A)drug interaction theory
B)receptor site theory
C)drug physiology theory
D)pharmacological attachment theory

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of potentiation?

A)taking twice the dose of an antihistamine
B)taking Valium without food
C)taking antihistamines with a glass of wine
D)taking antacids on a full stomach

Question 10

Wanda takes her medication by the most common route of drug administration.How does she take it?

A)orally
B)injection
C)inhalation
D)suppository

Question 11

Luella gets a tetanus vaccination.What is most likely the type of injection she was given?

A)injunction
B)intramuscular
C)intravenous
D)subcutaneous

Question 12

Which of the following is true about antibiotics?

A)They can kill off "helpful" bacteria in the body.
B)There is low potential for drug interaction.
C)They are also called prostaglandin inhibitors.
D)They are usually given through subcutaneous injection.

Question 13

Sue drinks a beer to "wash down" her sleeping pills.What is the name for the interaction of the two drugs she took?

A)synergism
B)inhibition
C)dual absorption
D)antagonism

Question 14

Jackson continues to consume alcohol and take illicit drugs to cope with his personal problems,but he finds that these practices no longer help him to deal with his situation.This pattern is known as _______________.

A)avoidance of reality
B)maladaption
C)nurturing through avoidance
D)avoidance disorder

Question 15

Shannon has strep throat,a bacterial infection.What type of medication will be prescribed?

A)analgesics
B)tranquilizers
C)amphetamines
D)antibiotics

Question 16

Taking one of your friend's prescription painkillers for your own headache is an example of _________________.

A)drug abuse
B)drug addiction
C)drug misuse
D)drug interaction

Question 17

Which of the following statements is true regarding withdrawal?

A)There are no "crashes" during withdrawal.
B)Withdrawal therapy always involves a rehab facility.
C)Withdrawal symptoms of chemical dependencies are generally the opposite of the effects of the drug taken.
D)The least severe form of withdrawal syndrome is delirium tremens (DTs).

Question 18

When Eli was in the emergency room after an accident,the doctor gave him medication with this type of an injection because effects will be felt quickly.What type of injection was used?

A)injunction
B)intramuscular
C)subcutaneous
D)intravenous

Question 19

Dianne experiences a common side effect from long-term antibiotics for her gender.This side effect is ________________.

A)dry mouth
B)breast tenderness
C)vaginal infection
D)indigestion

Question 20

Reggie drinks a few cups of coffee every day.The coffee is categorized as which type of drug?

A)over-the-counter
B)recreational
C)herbal preparation
D)commercial preparation

Question 21

When Jim goes to the doctor for chicken pox,the doctor advises against taking aspirin for fever relief.He advises this because taking aspirin increases the risk of ______________.

A)Capsire's syndrome
B)Reye's syndrome
C)Raynaud's syndrome
D)Parker's syndrome

Question 22

Which of the following is true about cold,cough,and allergy relievers?

A)They only relieve the symptoms of the problem, not the problem itself.
B)They usually provide long term relief.
C)They always contain some form of pain reliever.
D)They are usually associated with allergic-reaction related problems.

Question 23

Jordy has experienced elevated blood pressure and violent behaviours as a result of which of the following types of prescription drugs?

A)amphetamines
B)barbiturates
C)antibiotics
D)sedatives

Question 24

Josie has been suffering from a headache for most of the day,and she takes an analgesic to relieve the pain.Which common side effect will she likely encounter?

A)dry mouth
B)increased appetite
C)drowsiness
D)stomach upset

Question 25

Karla is unable to sleep.What type of drug can help her?

A)amphetamines
B)analgesics
C)antibiotics
D)sedatives

Question 26

Solomon recently had a heart attack.The doctor suggested he take what over-the-counter anticoagulant?

A)ibuprofen
B)aspirin
C)hydrocortisone
D)acetaminophen

Question 27

Sarah had been drug free for the first six months of college.Recently at a party,she decided to experiment with LSD again with her boyfriend.This sign of addiction is called ______________.

A)loss of control
B)denial
C)relapse
D)negative consequences

Question 28

Which of the following is true about inhalants?

A)They are illegal for minors to purchase.
B)They reach the blood stream minutes after inhalation.
C)Doses vary because of individual lung and breathing capacities.
D)Effects can last for up to an hour.

Question 29

Suzanne uses antidepressants,because they ______________.

A)inhibit the release of neurotransmitters
B)inhibit prostaglandins
C)can sometimes enhance depression
D)are used in treatment of hyperactivity

Question 30

Ashley and Nick are very excited about attending their first party at their college residence.They have bought a case of 24 beer and plan to drink them all.To which response to drugs does this situation refer?

A)setting
B)locale
C)set
D)location

Question 31

In the 1960's,Jake had to be medically supervised during his detoxification from phenobarbital,which is a type of ____________.

A)amphetamine
B)sedative
C)tranquilizer
D)anti-depressant

Question 32

Julie is trying to convince her roommate to quit using laxatives as a weight loss tool.What point would strengthen Julie's persuasion?

A)Laxatives can cause long term heart damage.
B)Laxatives can rob the body of needed fluids, salts, and minerals.
C)Frequent use of laxatives can cause chronic diarrhea.
D)Laxatives can reduce sexual drive.

Question 33

How does aspirin bring down a fever?

A)by slowing down the respiratory system
B)by bringing blood to the skin surface for cooling
C)by increasing prostaglandins
D)by acting as an anticoagulant

Question 34

Armand has entered a heroin treatment program.How long after his last use will he experience the worst withdrawal symptoms?

A)4-6 hrs
B)6-10 hrs
C)10-24 hrs
D)24-72 hrs

Question 35

Frank has an infection in his throat and he was prescribed a 10-day course of antibiotics; however,he is feeling better after 6 days and he discontinues usage of the antibiotics.This behaviour is known as _________________.

A)drug use
B)drug misuse
C)drug abuse
D)drug intoxication

Question 36

Jonah has to cram for an exam so he takes a nonprescription stimulant.What is the main ingredient of his stimulant?

A)amphetamine
B)methamphetamine
C)caffeine
D)nicotine

Question 37

Justin now finds that he needs to increase the amount of cocaine that he freebases in order to produce his desired "high".This increased need is a phenomenon known as ________________.

A)tolerance
B)increased addiction
C)compulsion
D)intolerance

Question 38

Which of the following is true about generic drugs?

A)They contain the same active ingredients as brand name drugs.
B)They are made with equal quality ingredients.
C)They have been prescribed less in the past five years than previously.
D)All drugs are available in generic form.

Question 39

Gladys takes a cough medicine to loosen phlegm.What type of formula is it?

A)expectorant
B)antitussive
C)anticholinergic
D)decongestant

Question 40

What do morphine,codeine,and heroin have in common?

A)They cost about the same on the streets.
B)They are all opiates.
C)They are all amphetamines.
D)They are all available by prescription.

Question 41

Oral ingestion is the most common route of drug administration.

Question 42

The interaction of two or more drugs is called synergism.

Question 43

Drugs work because they physically resemble the chemicals produced naturally within the body.

Question 44

The worst symptoms of heroin withdrawal occur between 4-6 hours after the last dose.

Question 45

If you read about the potential side effects for a particular drug you may experience more side effects when taking that drug than if you hadn't read the label.This is an example of _________.

A)setting
B)locale
C)set
D)location

Question 46

Long-term use of antibiotics can cause secondary infections.

Question 47

Detoxification from sedatives is usually mild.

Question 48

Any herbal preparations,such as herbal teas,have medicinal properties.

Question 49

Amphetamine prescriptions are more popular today than in the past.

Question 50

The route of administration of nicotine using a patch is called inunction.

Question 51

Antagonism is an interaction causing elimination or reduction in the drug effects.

Question 52

Drug receptor sites are located primarily in the brain.

Question 53

The slowest-acting form of injection is subcutaneous.

Question 54

Generic drugs are made with substitutions in minor ingredients of a major brand drug.

Question 55

Everything a person feels is tied to a chemical process in his/her body.

Question 56

Over-the-counter medication rarely causes synergism problems.

Question 57

When you are in an experimental setting and you are given what you believe is medication,you have a higher chance of feeling better.This is known as the _____________.

A)Medication Belief Effect
B)Placebo Effect
C)Cognitive Restructuring Belief
D)Synergistic Effect

Question 58

Subcutaneous drug injection circulates more rapidly than intramuscular drug injection.

Question 59

Antitussives are used to reduce nasal secretions and tears.

Question 60

In which setting is a drug less likely to have as much effect as it could?

A)At a nightclub with friends
B)At home by yourself
C)In a park with friends
D)At a house party

Question 61

Briefly explain and provide an example for "set" and "setting" in an individual response to psychoactive drugs.(Examples to this question may vary.)

Question 62

This term refers to the inability to have a bowel movement constipation.

Question 63

Psychoactive drugs have the potential to alter a person's mood or behaviours.

Question 64

Differentiate between drug use,misuse and abuse.Provide examples of each situation.

Question 65

Describe why a behaviour can become addictive.

Question 67

Why is frequent use of laxative and diuretics to aid weight reduction dangerous?

Question 68

What does the term,"route of administration" mean? Discuss the routes of administration of drugs as cited in the text.

Question 69

The inhalant,nitrous oxide,is a common dental anesthesia.

Question 70

Young people with chicken pox increase the risk of Reye's Syndrome if they take aspirin to reduce their fever.

Question 71

The term which describes a phenomenon in which progressively a larger dose of a drug or more intense involvement in a behaviour is needed to produce the desired effects tolerance.

Question 72

Caffeine is a nonprescription stimulant.

Question 73

Define the word,"addiction".Sometimes addiction is also referred to as "dependency syndrome".A person with a dependency syndrome will generally exhibit certain behaviour patterns.List the nine behaviour patterns mentioned in the text.

Question 74

Analgesics are known as prostaglandin inhibitors.

Question 75

Morphine is an opiate.