PERSONAL HEALTH FINAL EXAM ACTUAL EXAM
Which is the best description of a psychoactive drug?
Analgesia is a primary effect.
Intoxication is a primary effect.
It increases one's metabolic rate.
A prescription is required for this type of substance. - ANSWER: Intoxication is a
primary effect.
Steven has been spending three hours a day, seven days a week working out. He has
noticed that his back is chronically in pain. Despite these symptoms, Steven is
insistent on continuing his routine. Which is the correct interpretation of his
behavior?
This likely indicates addictive behavior.
This pattern of diligence will improve his impulse control.
This indicates dedication to his healthy exercise habits.
This behavior indicates he has become tolerant to pain. - ANSWER: This likely
indicates addictive behavior.
Which is NOT characteristic of addictive behavior?
relapse and remission
impulse control
ignoring the risk of the behavior
craving - ANSWER: impulse control
Which would be considered a psychoactive drug?
caffeine
antibiotic
antihistamine
aspirin - ANSWER: caffeine
Which is NOT a risk factor for drug use?
being assertive
a dysfunctional family life
poverty
working in a health care profession - ANSWER: being assertive
Which is the most widely used federally illegal drug in the United States?
crack
methamphetamine
heroin
marijuana - ANSWER: marijuana
Evidence indicates that long-term marijuana use may result in
poor sperm productivity and quality.
heart disease.
, high blood pressure.
psychosis. - ANSWER: poor sperm productivity and quality.
Which is/are NOT a consequence of long-term marijuana use?
ncreased risk for emphysema
muscle weakness
learning problems
attention and memory impairment - ANSWER: muscle weakness
Where is most alcohol absorbed into the bloodstream?
pancreas
oral mucosa
stomach
small intestine - ANSWER: small intestine
Which organ is most responsible for the metabolism of alcohol?
small intestine
liver
pancreas
stomach - ANSWER: liver
Which statement is correct regarding the rate of metabolism of alcohol?
Eating a large meal enhances metabolism.
Caffeine intake enhances metabolism.
Occasional drinkers metabolize it faster than chronic drinkers.
Chronic drinkers metabolize it faster than occasional drinkers.Correct - ANSWER:
Chronic drinkers metabolize it faster than occasional drinkers.
Final exams are tomorrow, but you went out drinking with friends and had a few too
many. You're feeling the effects this morning. Which intervention will sober you up
the fastest?
a big cup of strong coffee
going to the gym to work out
eating a big breakfast
There is no intervention that will sober you up. - ANSWER: There is no intervention
that will sober you up.
Dale's friend Alicia is heavily intoxicated. Dale should call 911 if she
passes out and can't be woken up.
starts to stumble and slur her words.
becomes nauseous.
continues drinking. - ANSWER: passes out and can't be woken up.
Which medication is associated with an increased risk of stomach bleeding when
taken while drinking alcohol?
antibiotics
Benadryl
Which is the best description of a psychoactive drug?
Analgesia is a primary effect.
Intoxication is a primary effect.
It increases one's metabolic rate.
A prescription is required for this type of substance. - ANSWER: Intoxication is a
primary effect.
Steven has been spending three hours a day, seven days a week working out. He has
noticed that his back is chronically in pain. Despite these symptoms, Steven is
insistent on continuing his routine. Which is the correct interpretation of his
behavior?
This likely indicates addictive behavior.
This pattern of diligence will improve his impulse control.
This indicates dedication to his healthy exercise habits.
This behavior indicates he has become tolerant to pain. - ANSWER: This likely
indicates addictive behavior.
Which is NOT characteristic of addictive behavior?
relapse and remission
impulse control
ignoring the risk of the behavior
craving - ANSWER: impulse control
Which would be considered a psychoactive drug?
caffeine
antibiotic
antihistamine
aspirin - ANSWER: caffeine
Which is NOT a risk factor for drug use?
being assertive
a dysfunctional family life
poverty
working in a health care profession - ANSWER: being assertive
Which is the most widely used federally illegal drug in the United States?
crack
methamphetamine
heroin
marijuana - ANSWER: marijuana
Evidence indicates that long-term marijuana use may result in
poor sperm productivity and quality.
heart disease.
, high blood pressure.
psychosis. - ANSWER: poor sperm productivity and quality.
Which is/are NOT a consequence of long-term marijuana use?
ncreased risk for emphysema
muscle weakness
learning problems
attention and memory impairment - ANSWER: muscle weakness
Where is most alcohol absorbed into the bloodstream?
pancreas
oral mucosa
stomach
small intestine - ANSWER: small intestine
Which organ is most responsible for the metabolism of alcohol?
small intestine
liver
pancreas
stomach - ANSWER: liver
Which statement is correct regarding the rate of metabolism of alcohol?
Eating a large meal enhances metabolism.
Caffeine intake enhances metabolism.
Occasional drinkers metabolize it faster than chronic drinkers.
Chronic drinkers metabolize it faster than occasional drinkers.Correct - ANSWER:
Chronic drinkers metabolize it faster than occasional drinkers.
Final exams are tomorrow, but you went out drinking with friends and had a few too
many. You're feeling the effects this morning. Which intervention will sober you up
the fastest?
a big cup of strong coffee
going to the gym to work out
eating a big breakfast
There is no intervention that will sober you up. - ANSWER: There is no intervention
that will sober you up.
Dale's friend Alicia is heavily intoxicated. Dale should call 911 if she
passes out and can't be woken up.
starts to stumble and slur her words.
becomes nauseous.
continues drinking. - ANSWER: passes out and can't be woken up.
Which medication is associated with an increased risk of stomach bleeding when
taken while drinking alcohol?
antibiotics
Benadryl
