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MedicineHealth SciencesGoulds PathophysiologyPractice Set 10
MedicineHealth SciencesGoulds PathophysiologyPractice Set 10Substance Abuse And Associated Problems
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Question 1
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What is/are the typical effect(s) of psychedelic substances?
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Drowsiness and euphoria
Marked stimulation of the central nervous system (CNS)
Lethargy and decreased metabolic rate
Altered perception and awareness as well as hallucinations
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Question 2
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Which of the following statements is characteristic of alcohol?
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It is primarily a CNS stimulant.
It may cause congenital defects in infants born to alcoholic mothers.
It does not interact with other drugs in the CNS.
It usually causes severe kidney damage.
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Question 3
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What is physiological dependence?
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An intense emotional need for a drug in order to function
Adaptation of the body to a drug, resulting in withdrawal signs after the drug is discontinued
The need for an ever-increasing dose to produce the same effect
Continuing to take a drug when it is not required medically
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Question 4
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What is a common indication of substance abuse?
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Behavioral change
Weight gain
Depression
Loss of sensory function
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Question 5
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A patient who has developed a tolerance for codeine will:
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demonstrate physical signs when the drug is discontinued.
require a larger dose than expected to control pain.
require a smaller dose than expected to control pain.
show signs or symptoms of drug toxicity.
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Question 6
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Chemical dependency has been associated with all the following EXCEPT:
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hereditary factors.
disease requiring certain prescription drugs.
easy access to many kinds of drugs.
increased acceptance of alcohol or marijuana to cope with stress.
increased work productivity.
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Question 7
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Which of the following is/are NOT a common sign(s) of withdrawal?
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Irritability
Respiratory depression
Nausea and vomiting
Psychotic episodes and convulsions
Tremors
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Question 8
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When an increased dosage of a drug causes toxic effects, it is called:
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synergism.
neurostimulant.
overdose.
detoxification.
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Question 9
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Withdrawal from any drug is best accomplished:
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with medical support.
with legally prescribed drugs.
following intensive counseling.
using CNS stimulants.
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Question 10
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Chronic alcoholism is likely to cause all of the following EXCEPT:
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cirrhosis.
mental confusion.
loss of motor coordination.
altered personality and amnesia.
respiratory failure.
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Question 11
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Which of the following is a synthetic opioid that prevents withdrawal symptoms and improves function?
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Antabuse
Methadone
Cocaine
Diazepam
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Question 12
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Synergism can cause an emergency situation when:
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antidotes for respiratory depression are given too quickly.
a combination of alcohol and drugs has been taken.
a large dose of a drug affects the CNS.
an individual involuntarily develops a habit.
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Question 13
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Which of the following drugs causes headache and vomiting when an alcoholic ingests small amounts of alcohol?
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Methadone
Diazepam
Disulfiram
Naloxone
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Question 14
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Which of the following applies to abuse of anabolic steroids?
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They cause CNS depression, deep sleep, and amnesia.
They often cause permanent damage to the cardiovascular system.
They help to relax skeletal muscle spasms.
They help to relieve the pain of athletic injuries.
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