Question 1

Explain how the distribution of opioid receptors across the brain results in the wide range of effects.

Accepted Answer

The distribution of opioid receptors acr

Question 2

Describe the different theoretical mechanisms by which narcotic drugs provide pain relief.

Accepted Answer

Narcotic drugs, also known as opioids, p

Question 3

According to your text, research has demonstrated

Accepted Answer

A) 73 % of patients report adequate levels of pain control when asked. 
B) 56 % of patients experiencing pain achieve adequate levels of analgesia using oral medications alone. 
C) 73 % of patients in mild to moderate pain do not receive adequate analgesia. 
D) the public understands how to control pain better than do physicians. 
A) 73 % of patients report adequate levels of pain control when asked. 
B) 56 % of patients experiencing pain achieve adequate levels of analgesia using oral medications alone. 
C) 73 % of patients in mild to moderate pain do not receive adequate analgesia. 
D) the public understands how to control pain better than do physicians.

Question 4

The active ingredient in opium, named morphine after the Greek god of dreams, was first isolated by chemist Friedrich Serturner in

Accepted Answer

A) 1861 
B) 1906 
C) 1914 
D) 1806 
A) 1861 
B) 1906 
C) 1914 
D) 1806

Question 5

According to your text, one-quarter to one-third of those who briefly abuse opioid drugs will

Accepted Answer

A) develop cardiomyopathy. 
B) become addicted. 
C) develop classic pinpoint pupils. 
D) call for early refills of prescribed medications to support their addiction. 
A) develop cardiomyopathy. 
B) become addicted. 
C) develop classic pinpoint pupils. 
D) call for early refills of prescribed medications to support their addiction.

Question 6

A person with a long-term opioid addiction

Accepted Answer

A) will rarely experience constipation since the opioids do not influence the muscle (meiotic) movements of the gastrointestinal tract. 
B) will become totally tolerant to the respiratory depressant effects of their drug of choice. 
C) will achieve the "rush" or "flash" experience by switching to another class of drugs. 
D) is prone to constipation due to the effects of narcotics in the gastrointestinal tract. 
A) will rarely experience constipation since the opioids do not influence the muscle (meiotic) movements of the gastrointestinal tract. 
B) will become totally tolerant to the respiratory depressant effects of their drug of choice. 
C) will achieve the "rush" or "flash" experience by switching to another class of drugs. 
D) is prone to constipation due to the effects of narcotics in the gastrointestinal tract.

Question 7

One function of endogenous opioid molecules released in the amygdala is the

Accepted Answer

A) suppression of the "fight or flight" response. 
B) initiation of a pleasure response when we do something right. 
C) suppression of the pleasure response. 
D) increase in respiration so we will remember what we did more clearly. 
A) suppression of the "fight or flight" response. 
B) initiation of a pleasure response when we do something right. 
C) suppression of the pleasure response. 
D) increase in respiration so we will remember what we did more clearly.

Question 8

The English word "opium" can be traced to and means "poppy juice."

Accepted Answer

A) Latin 
B) Greek 
C) Arabic 
D) India 
A) Latin 
B) Greek 
C) Arabic 
D) India

Question 9

Which of the following analgesic compounds has the longest elimination half-life?

Accepted Answer

A) Morphine 
B) Demerol 
C) Methadone 
D) Codeine 
A) Morphine 
B) Demerol 
C) Methadone 
D) Codeine

Question 10

Discuss the reasons behind and the need for developing synthetic opioid narcotics.

Accepted Answer

The development of synthetic opioid narc

Exam 11: Opioid Use and Misuse

Explain how the distribution of opioid receptors across the brain results in the wide range of effects.

Describe the different theoretical mechanisms by which narcotic drugs provide pain relief.

According to your text, research has demonstrated

The active ingredient in opium, named morphine after the Greek god of dreams, was first isolated by chemist Friedrich Serturner in

According to your text, one-quarter to one-third of those who briefly abuse opioid drugs will

A person with a long-term opioid addiction

One function of endogenous opioid molecules released in the amygdala is the

The English word "opium" can be traced to and means "poppy juice."

Which of the following analgesic compounds has the longest elimination half-life?

Discuss the reasons behind and the need for developing synthetic opioid narcotics.

Why Worry About Substance Misuse or Substance Use Disorders

The Nature of the Beast

A Brief Introduction to the Science of Pharmacology

An Introduction to Alcohol: Mans Oldest Recreational Chemical

The Alcohol Use Disorders

Misuse of Barbiturates and Barbiturate-Like Compounds

Misuse of Benzodiazepines and Similar Agents

Misuse of Central Nervous System Stimulants and Stimulant Use Disorders

Cocaine Misuse and Cocaine Use Disorder

Marijuana Misuse and Cannabis Use Disorder

Hallucinogen Misuse

Misuse of Inhalants and Aerosols

The Under-Recognized Problem of Steroid Misuse

Tobacco Products and Tobacco Use Disorder

Over the Counter Analgesics

Chemicals and the Neonate

Gender and Substance Use Disorders

Hidden Faces of Substance Use Disorders

Substance Misuse by Children and Adolescents

Substance Use and Substance Use Disorders in College Students

Substance Use Disorders and the Older Adult

Substance Use Disorders and the Family

Codependency and Enabling

The Client With Co-Occurring Disorders: Substance Use Disorders and Mental Illness

The Biopsychosocial Model of the Substance Use Disorders

The Substance Use Disorders As a Disease of the Human Spirit

The Assessment of Suspected Substance Use Disorders

Intervention

Treatment Settings

Treatment Formats

The Process of Treatment

Pharmacological Interventions for Substance Use Disorders

Relapse and Other Problems Frequently Encountered in Substance Rehabilitation

Support Groups to Promote and Sustain Recovery

Substance Use Disorders and Infectious Disease

The Relationship Between Drugs and Crime

The Debate Over Legalization

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