Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

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 _________________.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

The differences between drug use,misuse

Question 5

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 _________.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Yes, nitrous oxide, commonly known as "l

Question 8

Which of the following is true about inhalants?

Accepted Answer

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. 
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 9

The slowest-acting form of injection is subcutaneous.

Accepted Answer

The statement "The slowest-acting form o

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

How does aspirin bring down a fever?

Accepted Answer

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 
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 12

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

Accepted Answer

The term that refers to the inability to

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 15

Match between columns
                        Premises: legal chemicals mainly used by people who can't afford illicit drugs
a common sensory problem from LSD
prostaglandin inhibitors
an example of this administration is subcutaneous
administration via a drug "patch"
the total external environment at the time the drug is taken
C.N.S. depressant that relieves anxiety
________ is experienced by a person who is addicted to a drug or behaviour when the drug is not consumed or behaviour not engaged in
the ingestion of a drug via the nostrils
this is the trade name for the long-lasting form of the prescription opioid (pain reliever), which is an ingredient in Percocet and Percodan.
odourless, so public use often unnoticed
an OTC which is used to loosen phlegm

Accepted Answer

The Answer of sedative and expectorant and analgesics and OxyContin is...

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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 
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 17

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.

Accepted Answer

"Addiction" is defined as patterned use

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

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

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

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

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

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 _________________.

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

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 _________.

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

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

Which of the following is true about inhalants?

The slowest-acting form of injection is subcutaneous.

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

How does aspirin bring down a fever?

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Discovering Your Personal Rhythm for Healthy Living

Promoting and P Reserving Your Psychosocial Health

Understanding and Copy With Lifes Stressors

A: Focus on Spiritual Health

Engaging in Physical Activity for Health, Fitness, and Performance

Eating for Optimal Health and Performance

Managing Your Weight: Finding a Healthy Balance

Focus on Body Image

Committing to Relationships and Sexual Health

Considering Your Reproductive Choices

A: Focus on Sexually Transmitted Infections Stis

Using Alcohol, Tobacco, and Caffeine Responsibly and Refraining From

Understanding Illicit Drugs

A: Focus on Improving Your Sleep

Reducing Risk for Cardiovascular Diseases and Cancer

Controlling Risk for Infectious and Non-Infectious Conditions

A: Focus on Diabetes

Choosing Healthy Living for the Environment

Preventing Violence, Abuse, and Injury

Becoming a Wise Consumer of Health Services

Preparing for Aging, Dying, and Death

Focus on Financial Health

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