Chapter 31 - Misused Drugs

The side effects of smoking cessation include all of the following EXCEPT belching, hiccups, and indigestion hoarseness, soreness of the mouth and throat, and watering of the mouth tachycardia and insomnia decreased appetite, nausea, and diarrhea skin eruptions

Which is NOT true of drugs used with alcoholism? Disulfiram is used for only alcoholism. Benzodiazepines are used for alcoholism. Disulfiram has many drug interactions. Disulfiram should be given to a person who abuses alcohol whether the person desires to stop consuming alcohol or not. All of the above statements are true.

The half-life of cocaine is fairly long, leading to toxicity and the chance of acute intoxication. True False

Which of the following is NOT true of abused central nervous system stimulants? There is an antidote for amphetamine and cocaine toxicity that stops the toxic effects with few side effects. Signs of amphetamine toxicity include pallor of the skin, palpitations, tremors, extreme fluctuations in blood pressure and pulse, and chest pain. Abrupt withdrawal of central nervous system stimulants will produce prolonged sleep. Pharmacological effects of cocaine are similar to those of amphetamines. Tolerance occurs with central nervous system stimulants.

Which of the following is NOT a hallucinogen, psychedelic, or psychomimetic? LSD ecstasy PCP marijuana mescaline

Factors in drug abuse and misuse

Physical signs of drug abuse

psychologic signs

social signs of drug abuse

drug withdrawal symptoms

what is the leading cause of beginning drug abuse?

drugs not requiring prescriptions

drugs that require prescription use that are abused

abused CNS stimulants

drugs that are called "uppers" or "speed" and have medicinal and illicit implications

Treatment for amphetamines or cocaine toxcitity must be symptomatic as no antidote is known

CNS depressants

hallucinogens, psychedelics, psychotomimetics

most dangerous and unpredictable drug that is often abused in street substances

examples of inhalants

what is bagging, huffing, sniffing? [ all produce same effect as CNS depression with ineberation, dizziness, light headedness, intense feelings of intoxication]

tolerance with inhalants normally occurs: true or false?

anabolic steriods

oldest and most abused drug in US

Which of the following is NOT true of ethyl alcohol? It has no medicinal indications. Its effects are dose-dependent. It may cause death of brain tissue and anesthesia. Its use is the third most serious public health problem. All of the above statements are true.

The fastest-acting nicotine substitute is the nasal spray. True False

Which of the following is NOT true of hallucinogens, psychedelics, and psychomimetics? Hallucinogens and psychedelics cause hallucinations and mind-altering conditions in about 1 to 2 hours after administration. Psychedelics are different from other drugs because they have the ability to bring about alterations in thought, perception, and feeling that otherwise occur only in dreams. LSD is a sympathomimetic, causing hypertension, dilated pupils, hyperthermia, tachycardia, and enhanced awareness of activities. Mescaline causes abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. There is no medication to dissipate "bad trips" found with hallucinogens, psychedelics, and psychomimetics.

The side effects of smoking cessation include all of the following EXCEPT belching, hiccups, and indigestion hoarseness, soreness of the mouth and throat, and watering of the mouth tachycardia and insomnia decreased appetite, nausea, and diarrhea skin eruptions

Personal characteristics of drug misusers and abusers include all of the following EXCEPT vulnerability feelings of self-worth shame and inadequacy depression and anxiety impulsiveness and compulsiveness

Which of the following is NOT a factor leading to drug abuse? curiosity peer pressure and social status physical dependence genetics terminal diseases

When smoked, marijuana has its effect in 5 to 15 minutes, peaking in 30 to 90 minutes, and lasting for 3 to 4 hours. True False

Which of the following medications do NOT interact with nicotine? acetaminophen and caffeine medications for pain insulin tranquilizers all of the above interact with nicotine

Which of the following are the most frequently abused drugs? alcohol caffeine nicotine A and C are correct none of the above

Which of the following is NOT true of smoking cessation products? They come in gums, nasal sprays, injectable medications, and transdermal systems. Nicotine gums are absorbed by the mucous membranes of the mouth. Transdermal patches are worn for 16 to 24 hours per day. Tablets should be used for at least 3 months but no longer than 6 months. All of the above statements are true.