Exam 5: The Pharmacology and Physiology of Drug Use

When a user feels the desired effects from lesser amounts of the drug, it is referred to as what type of tolerance?

The possibility of a toxic reaction is decreased when drugs are stored in the adipose tissue.

Regulating vital functions is a function of the

Distinguish between threshold dose, effective dose, and lethal dose.

The "Rrunner's high" is due to epinephrine.

Drugs that negate the effect of other drugs are

Which of the following neurotransmitters is released into the blood-stream during times of stress?

Why is it important to have an understanding of neurophysiology to better understand drug use, misuse, misuse, and abuse?

The sympathetic and parasympathetic branches often work opposed to each other.

Whether behaviors are viewed as rewards or punishment stems from the reticular activating system.

The __________ system serves as the emotional center of the brain.

Catecholamines affect one's emotional state.

Homeostasis is maintained by the

The endocrine is controlled by the

The smallest amount of a drug to produce an effect is referred to as the

Tolerance for alcohol lessens as people

Alcohol can cause the heart muscle to

The neurological disorder Huntington's ChoreaHuntington's chorea has been linked to what neurotransmitter?

The relationship or interaction between drugs and living organisms is referred to as

Have you ever noticed differences between threshold and effective dose in your own use of medications? What does this tell you about variations in dose/response?