Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Antabuse (disulfiram) works by causing intolerance to alcohol. It inhibits the enzyme acetaldehyde dehydrogenase, leading to unpleasant reactions when alcohol is consumed.

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?

Accepted Answer

The antibiotic may inhibit the effectiveness of the oral contraceptives by decreasing their absorption or metabolism in the body. As a result, Whitney may be at risk of unintended pregnancy and should use alternative or additional contraception methods during and after taking the antibiotics.

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?

Accepted Answer

Prostaglandins are released by the body in response to pain or injury. They are responsible for causing inflammation and sensitizing nerve endings to pain.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Aspirin is an over-the-counter medication that can be purchased without a prescription and is commonly used to relieve minor aches and pains.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Inunction refers to the application of a substance onto the skin for absorption. In this case, the estrogen patch is applied onto the skin and absorbed into the bloodstream through the skin.

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 _____________.

Accepted Answer

Cross-tolerance occurs when tolerance to one drug results in a lessened response to another drug that acts on the same receptor or produces similar effects. In this case, Glenn's increased need for both alcohol and barbiturates suggests cross-tolerance between the two substances. Neither antagonism nor inhibition accurately describes this type of drug interaction, and while intolerance may also occur, it is not the best answer in this case.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Set refers to the mental and emotional state of the person taking the drug. Smoking marijuana alone, while depressed, is an example of the set as someone's internal emotional state can influence their response to drugs. The other options mention the environment or method of taking the drug, which are examples of the setting and not the set.

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 _______________.

Accepted Answer

The receptor site theory explains that drugs attach to specific receptor sites on cells in the body based on their size, shape, electrical charge, and chemical properties. This theory is widely accepted in pharmacology and is commonly used to explain drug actions and effects. The other choices (A, C, and D) are not commonly used or recognized theories in pharmacology.

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of potentiation?

Accepted Answer

Potentiation occurs when one drug enhances the effects of another. Taking antihistamines with a glass of wine can result in potentiation as alcohol can increase the sedative effects of antihistamines. Taking twice the dose of an antihistamine or taking Valium without food can lead to overdose or adverse effects, but they do not involve potentiation. Taking antacids on a full stomach does not involve drugs that can interact with each other.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Oral administration is the most common route of drug administration, where the medication is taken through the mouth and swallowed, usually with water. This is a convenient and safe way to take medication, as it can be easily self-administered and has a low risk of complications compared to other routes such as injections or suppositories. Therefore, it is likely that Wanda takes her medication orally.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

A tetanus vaccination is typically given through an intramuscular injection, meaning it is injected directly into the muscle tissue. This allows for the vaccine to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream and provide effective protection against tetanus.

Question 12

Which of the following is true about antibiotics?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics are designed to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria, but they can also affect "helpful" bacteria in the body, such as those found in the gut. This can lead to side effects such as diarrhea or yeast infections.

Answer: B and C are both incorrect.
 There is high potential for drug interaction with antibiotics, and they are not called prostaglandin inhibitors.

Answer: D is incorrect.
 Antibiotics can be given through various routes, including oral, intravenous, and intramuscular, but they are not typically 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?

Accepted Answer

Synergism occurs when the effect of two drugs taken together is greater than the sum of their separate effect at the same doses. Mixing alcohol (like beer) with sleeping pills can enhance the depressant effects of both, leading to increased sedation or potentially dangerous respiratory depression.

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 _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jackson continues to consume alcohol and take...

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Strep throat is a bacterial infection, so antibiotics would be prescribed to treat the infection. Analgesics (pain relievers) may be given to help with any discomfort or soreness, but they will not treat the underlying bacterial infection. Tranquilizers and amphetamines would not be used to treat strep throat.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Taking prescription painkillers that are not prescribed or intended for you is an example of drug misuse. Drug abuse is a broad term that encompasses the use of any drug in a way that is not medically approved, while drug addiction involves the compulsive use of drugs despite negative consequences. Drug interaction refers to the ways in which drugs can affect each other when taken together.

Question 17

Which of the following statements is true regarding withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal symptoms of chemical dependencies are generally the opposite of the effects of the drug taken. For example, stimulant drugs like cocaine can cause fatigue and depression in withdrawal, while sedative drugs like alcohol can cause agitation and anxiety in withdrawal. This phenomenon is known as the rebound effect. A, B, and D are all false statements regarding withdrawal.

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?

Accepted Answer

Intravenous injections are given directly into a vein, leading to quick absorption of medication into the bloodstream, allowing for rapid onset of effects. This is commonly done in emergency situations such as the one described in the scenario.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

Long-term antibiotics use can disrupt the natural bacterial balance in the vaginal area, leading to an overgrowth of yeast or bacteria and causing a vaginal infection. This is a common side effect for women on antibiotics. Dry mouth, breast tenderness, and indigestion are not common side effects of antibiotics for women.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Coffee is considered a recreational drug because it is consumed for its psychoactive effects, primarily due to its caffeine content, rather than for health reasons or as a treatment for a medical condition.

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