68 Multiple choice questions
Term 1 of 68
Most drugs are taken ______, although this is the most complicated way for a drug to reach the
bloodstream.
dopamine
stimulants
orally
legal
Term 2 of 68
Supply reduction strategies aim to
pleasure and reward pathway of the brain.
does little to address the larger problem of drug use in our society.
reduce the amount of drugs that people produce or import into the country.
anabolic steroids.
Purple Drank.
Spice.
,Term 3 of 68
Which of the following are commonly associated with first-time usage of opioids?
depressant
it lasts at least three years
risk reduction
nausea
negative mood
Term 4 of 68
Decreased activity in the brain and the sympathetic nervous system is an effect of
central nervous system depressants.
contains a large amount of toxic chemicals.
illegal, nonprescription drugs.
stop taking a particular medication.
Term 5 of 68
Using chemicals such as glues, paints, or solvents in ways not recommended by their
manufacturers is considered drug
fatigue.
misuse
misuse.
stimulants
, Term 6 of 68
Because most states mandate harsh prison terms for the possession or sale of drugs
more than half the U.S. prison population meet diagnostic standards for substance use
disorders.
needle exchange programs
giving heroin addicts an addictive but less debilitating drug, such as methadone
education to prevent use
prosecution of drug possession
treatment of drug users
does little to address the larger problem of drug use in our society.
Term 7 of 68
Using a prescription drug for purposes unrelated to the prescription, or using that drug in
amounts greater than prescribed, is known as drug
misuse.
misuse
fatigue.
drug