Question 1

Eva suffers from a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder caused by irreversible lung damage. What condition does Eva suffer from?

Accepted Answer

A)  emphysema 
B)  asthma 
C)  pulmonary hyperplasia 
D)  cystic fibrosis 
A)  emphysema 
B)  asthma 
C)  pulmonary hyperplasia 
D)  cystic fibrosis A

Question 2

How does the brain compensate for the repeated closing of nicotinic-receptor channels caused by nicotine binding?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increases acetylcholine synthesis 
B)  Upregulates nicotinic receptors 
C)  Decreases acetylcholine synthesis 
D)  Decreases nicotinic receptors 
A)  Increases acetylcholine synthesis 
B)  Upregulates nicotinic receptors 
C)  Decreases acetylcholine synthesis 
D)  Decreases nicotinic receptors B

Question 3

Beyond nicotine, other compounds in tobacco may act in the nervous system, possibly enhancing nicotine's effects (Khalil, Steyn, & Castagnoli, 1999). In particular, many chemicals in tobacco ____ activity.

Accepted Answer

A)  inhibit COMT 
B)  increase COMT 
C)  inhibit MAO 
D)  increase MAO 
A)  inhibit COMT 
B)  increase COMT 
C)  inhibit MAO 
D)  increase MAO C

Question 4

Seven tobacco company CEOs famously testified that nicotine is nonaddictive. What was the basis for their argument?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nicotine does not promote a rapid tolerance to both physical and psychological effects during chronic use. 
B)  A person who chronically uses cigarettes typically does not show intense motivation to seek and use nicotine. 
C)  Chronic cigarette smokers do not show typical psychological withdrawal symptoms. 
D)  Chronic cigarette smokers do not show typical physical withdrawal symptoms. 
A)  Nicotine does not promote a rapid tolerance to both physical and psychological effects during chronic use. 
B)  A person who chronically uses cigarettes typically does not show intense motivation to seek and use nicotine. 
C)  Chronic cigarette smokers do not show typical psychological withdrawal symptoms. 
D)  Chronic cigarette smokers do not show typical physical withdrawal symptoms.

Question 5

When did brewed coffee first become popular?

Accepted Answer

A)  1000 A.D. 
B)  1200 A.D. 
C)  1500 A.D. 
D)  1800 A.D. 
A)  1000 A.D. 
B)  1200 A.D. 
C)  1500 A.D. 
D)  1800 A.D.

Question 6

What is the most common administration route for nicotine?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

Caffeine is readily absorbed through oral administration, reaching peak blood levels after ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  5 minutes 
B)  30 minutes 
C)  1 hour 
D)  2 hours 
A)  5 minutes 
B)  30 minutes 
C)  1 hour 
D)  2 hours

Question 8

Who is credited with introducing tobacco to Europe?

Accepted Answer

A)  Christopher Columbus 
B)  Rodrigo de Jerez 
C)  Sir Francis Bacon 
D)  Russian Tsar Michael I 
A)  Christopher Columbus 
B)  Rodrigo de Jerez 
C)  Sir Francis Bacon 
D)  Russian Tsar Michael I

Question 9

Many treatment plans employ pharmacological strategies that address changes in ____ resulting from chronic nicotine administration.

Accepted Answer

A)  the nicotinic receptor system 
B)  acetylcholine uptake 
C)  CYP-2A6 levels 
D)  dopamine metabolism 
A)  the nicotinic receptor system 
B)  acetylcholine uptake 
C)  CYP-2A6 levels 
D)  dopamine metabolism

Question 10

Deandra researches the effects of nicotine on the body for a term paper. She is surprised to find out that nicotine has some beneficial effects, including improving ____ functioning.

Accepted Answer

A)  endocrine 
B)  lymphatic 
C)  cardiovascular 
D)  cognitive 
A)  endocrine 
B)  lymphatic 
C)  cardiovascular 
D)  cognitive

Question 11

Nicotine produces effects on motor stability. These changes are particularly noticeable in the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  feet 
B)  legs 
C)  face 
D)  hands 
A)  feet 
B)  legs 
C)  face 
D)  hands

Question 12

Caffeine is a psychostimulant compound and a member of the ____ chemical class.

Accepted Answer

A)  benzene 
B)  tricyclic 
C)  xanthine 
D)  glitazone 
A)  benzene 
B)  tricyclic 
C)  xanthine 
D)  glitazone

Question 13

Which continent has the highest rates of tobacco use?

Accepted Answer

A)  Asia 
B)  Europe 
C)  North America 
D)  South America 
A)  Asia 
B)  Europe 
C)  North America 
D)  South America

Question 14

Caffeine's primary mechanism of action is the antagonism of ____ receptors.

Accepted Answer

A)  acetylcholine 
B)  adenosine 
C)  glutamate 
D)  GABA 
A)  acetylcholine 
B)  adenosine 
C)  glutamate 
D)  GABA

Question 15

Indigenous peoples in the Americas, including the Mayas, Incans, Toltecs, and Aztecs, smoked tobacco ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  as part of a bonding ritual 
B)  to stay alert while hunting 
C)  as part of their religious practices 
D)  to alleviate pain and suffering from disease 
A)  as part of a bonding ritual 
B)  to stay alert while hunting 
C)  as part of their religious practices 
D)  to alleviate pain and suffering from disease

Question 16

Graduate student Pasquel studies the effects of nicotine on nicotinic receptors by performing electrophysiology experiments. After applying nicotine to the bathing media of cells expressing nicotine receptors, what is he likely to find?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nicotinic receptors remain open as long as nicotine remains bound. 
B)  After a short period of time, nicotinic receptors close even if nicotine remains bound. 
C)  Nicotinic receptors remain open for a prolonged period, even if nicotine dissociates from the receptor. 
D)  Nicotinic receptors remain open until nicotine binds, causing the receptor to close. 
A)  Nicotinic receptors remain open as long as nicotine remains bound. 
B)  After a short period of time, nicotinic receptors close even if nicotine remains bound. 
C)  Nicotinic receptors remain open for a prolonged period, even if nicotine dissociates from the receptor. 
D)  Nicotinic receptors remain open until nicotine binds, causing the receptor to close.

Question 17

Who is demonstrating a typical pattern of tolerance to tobacco?

Accepted Answer

A)  Miriam: her heart is racing when she first wakes up and does not slow down until she has her first cigarette. 
B)  Craig: smoking has no effect on his heart rate until it abruptly speeds up at the end of the day. 
C)  Sarah: after her first cigarette in the morning, her heart races; as the day goes on, her cigarette smoking has less of an effect on her heart rate. 
D)  John: his heart rate gradually increases throughout the day as he increases his cigarette intake. 
A)  Miriam: her heart is racing when she first wakes up and does not slow down until she has her first cigarette. 
B)  Craig: smoking has no effect on his heart rate until it abruptly speeds up at the end of the day. 
C)  Sarah: after her first cigarette in the morning, her heart races; as the day goes on, her cigarette smoking has less of an effect on her heart rate. 
D)  John: his heart rate gradually increases throughout the day as he increases his cigarette intake.

Question 18

Will has smoked a pack of cigarettes a day for years, greatly increasing his risk of stroke. What is the link between cigarette smoking and stroke?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cigarette smoking may lead to glioblastoma formation in the brain. 
B)  Cigarette smoking constricts blood vessels. 
C)  Cigarette smoking impairs liver function and increases levels of toxic metabolites. 
D)  Cigarette smoking causes rapid blood flow to the brain. 
A)  Cigarette smoking may lead to glioblastoma formation in the brain. 
B)  Cigarette smoking constricts blood vessels. 
C)  Cigarette smoking impairs liver function and increases levels of toxic metabolites. 
D)  Cigarette smoking causes rapid blood flow to the brain.

Question 19

Researchers use which technique to directly measure neurotransmitter levels in the brain?

Accepted Answer

A)  polymerase chain reaction 
B)  self-administration 
C)  microdialysis 
D)  electrophysiology 
A)  polymerase chain reaction 
B)  self-administration 
C)  microdialysis 
D)  electrophysiology

Question 20

Miguel is a nonsmoker; Selena is a smoker. How are they likely to differ in their consumption of caffeinated coffee?

Accepted Answer

A)  Miguel is likely to drink more coffee than Selena because of his increased caffeine elimination rate. 
B)  Miguel is likely to drink more coffee than Selena because of his decreased caffeine elimination rate. 
C)  Selena is likely to drink more coffee than Miguel because of her increased caffeine elimination rate. 
D)  Selena is likely to drink more coffee than Miguel because of her decreased caffeine elimination rate. 
A)  Miguel is likely to drink more coffee than Selena because of his increased caffeine elimination rate. 
B)  Miguel is likely to drink more coffee than Selena because of his decreased caffeine elimination rate. 
C)  Selena is likely to drink more coffee than Miguel because of her increased caffeine elimination rate. 
D)  Selena is likely to drink more coffee than Miguel because of her decreased caffeine elimination rate.

Eva suffers from a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder caused by irreversible lung damage. What condition does Eva suffer from?

How does the brain compensate for the repeated closing of nicotinic-receptor channels caused by nicotine binding?

Beyond nicotine, other compounds in tobacco may act in the nervous system, possibly enhancing nicotine's effects (Khalil, Steyn, & Castagnoli, 1999). In particular, many chemicals in tobacco ____ activity.

Seven tobacco company CEOs famously testified that nicotine is nonaddictive. What was the basis for their argument?

When did brewed coffee first become popular?

What is the most common administration route for nicotine?

Caffeine is readily absorbed through oral administration, reaching peak blood levels after ____.

Who is credited with introducing tobacco to Europe?

Many treatment plans employ pharmacological strategies that address changes in ____ resulting from chronic nicotine administration.

Deandra researches the effects of nicotine on the body for a term paper. She is surprised to find out that nicotine has some beneficial effects, including improving ____ functioning.

Nicotine produces effects on motor stability. These changes are particularly noticeable in the ____.

Caffeine is a psychostimulant compound and a member of the ____ chemical class.

Which continent has the highest rates of tobacco use?

Caffeine's primary mechanism of action is the antagonism of ____ receptors.

Indigenous peoples in the Americas, including the Mayas, Incans, Toltecs, and Aztecs, smoked tobacco ____.

Graduate student Pasquel studies the effects of nicotine on nicotinic receptors by performing electrophysiology experiments. After applying nicotine to the bathing media of cells expressing nicotine receptors, what is he likely to find?

Who is demonstrating a typical pattern of tolerance to tobacco?

Will has smoked a pack of cigarettes a day for years, greatly increasing his risk of stroke. What is the link between cigarette smoking and stroke?

Researchers use which technique to directly measure neurotransmitter levels in the brain?

Miguel is a nonsmoker; Selena is a smoker. How are they likely to differ in their consumption of caffeinated coffee?

Introduction to Psychopharmacology

The Nervous System

Neurotransmission

Properties of Drugs

Drugs of Abuse

Psychostimulants

Alcohol

Ghb, Inhalants, and Anesthetics

Opioids

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Psychedelic Drugs

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Exam 7: Nicotine and Caffeine

Eva suffers from a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder caused by irreversible lung damage. What condition does Eva suffer from?

How does the brain compensate for the repeated closing of nicotinic-receptor channels caused by nicotine binding?

Beyond nicotine, other compounds in tobacco may act in the nervous system, possibly enhancing nicotine's effects (Khalil, Steyn, & Castagnoli, 1999). In particular, many chemicals in tobacco ____ activity.

Seven tobacco company CEOs famously testified that nicotine is nonaddictive. What was the basis for their argument?

When did brewed coffee first become popular?

What is the most common administration route for nicotine?

Caffeine is readily absorbed through oral administration, reaching peak blood levels after ____.

Who is credited with introducing tobacco to Europe?

Many treatment plans employ pharmacological strategies that address changes in ____ resulting from chronic nicotine administration.

Deandra researches the effects of nicotine on the body for a term paper. She is surprised to find out that nicotine has some beneficial effects, including improving ____ functioning.

Nicotine produces effects on motor stability. These changes are particularly noticeable in the ____.

Caffeine is a psychostimulant compound and a member of the ____ chemical class.

Which continent has the highest rates of tobacco use?

Caffeine's primary mechanism of action is the antagonism of ____ receptors.

Indigenous peoples in the Americas, including the Mayas, Incans, Toltecs, and Aztecs, smoked tobacco ____.

Graduate student Pasquel studies the effects of nicotine on nicotinic receptors by performing electrophysiology experiments. After applying nicotine to the bathing media of cells expressing nicotine receptors, what is he likely to find?

Who is demonstrating a typical pattern of tolerance to tobacco?

Will has smoked a pack of cigarettes a day for years, greatly increasing his risk of stroke. What is the link between cigarette smoking and stroke?

Researchers use which technique to directly measure neurotransmitter levels in the brain?

Miguel is a nonsmoker; Selena is a smoker. How are they likely to differ in their consumption of caffeinated coffee?

Introduction to Psychopharmacology

The Nervous System

Neurotransmission

Properties of Drugs

Drugs of Abuse

Psychostimulants

Alcohol

Ghb, Inhalants, and Anesthetics

Opioids

Cannabinoids

Psychedelic Drugs

Treatments for Depression and Bipolar Disorder

Treatments for Anxiety Disorders

Antipsychotic Drugs

Filters