LCAS EXAM AND PRACTICE EXAM LATEST 2024
EXAM COMPLETE COMPREHENSIVE 350 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) GRADE A+ ASSURED,,,Alpha
What are the stages of change? - Correct Answer- precontemplation, contemplation,
preparation, action, maintenance
What does the CAGE stand for? - Correct Answer- C- cut down
A- annoyed
G- guilty
E- eye opener
What does THC stand for? - Correct Answer- delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol
What does LSD stand for? - Correct Answer- lysergic acid diethylamide
What is hemp? - Correct Answer- The word used to describe Cannabis sativa plants
that are high in fiber content and generally low in psychoactive components (marijuana
is used to describe cannabis sativa high in psychoactive components)
Morphine is how many times more powerful than opium? - Correct Answer- 10 times
What is the scientific name for heroin and what is its strength compared to morphine? -
Correct Answer- Diacetyl morphine - two to five times stronger than morphine
What year was AA founded, and who founded it? - Correct Answer- Founded in 1934 by
Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith
Sedatives are generally used to _________________________ while hypnotics are
mostly used to __________________ - Correct Answer- Calm anxiety; induce sleep
Name the five most common brand name benzodiazepines sedatives - Correct Answer-
Librium, Valium, Xanax, Klonopin, and Halcion
What is GHB? - Correct Answer- gamma hydroxybutyrate - a sedative originally
developed as an anesthetic -> began to be used as a sedative to induce euphoria, also
used as a date rape drug
What is DXM? - Correct Answer- dextromethorphan - found in many non-prescription
cough and cold medications, can induce psychedelic effects when used in large
quantities (10 to 30x normal dose)
,What are the brand names of hydrocodone? - Correct Answer- Vicodin, Lortab, Norco,
Anexsia, Hycodan, and Tylox
What is the generic name of Oxycontin? - Correct Answer- Oxycodone (time release
version of Percodan)
Why is hydrocodone the most widely used and abuse prescription opiate? - Correct
Answer- Causes less nausea but has the same pain-diminishing effect as well as
addictive potential as codeine. *Because it is often co-formulated with acetaminophen,
the abuse of the combination for the psychic effects of the opioid can cause liver
damage
What is the definition of a psychoactive drug? - Correct Answer- Any substance that
directly alters the normal functioning of the central nervous system (this can be
expanded to include any behaviors [e.g. gambling] that activate the brain's alcohol and
drug addiction pathways)
What is the trade name for Zoloft? - Correct Answer- Setraline
What is the chemical name for MDMA? - Correct Answer-
Methylenedioxymethamphetamine
What are the most common CNS stimulants? - Correct Answer- Cocaine (freebase,
crack), amphetamines (Adderall, meth, crystal meth, speed), amphetamine congeners
(Ritalin, diet pills), plant stimulants (khat, betel nuts, ephedra, yohimbe), caffeine, and
nicotine
What are the physical effects of stimulants, from small doses to frequent use of stronger
stimulants (cocaine, amphetamines), to large amounts? - Correct Answer-
Small/Moderate dose: excessive stimulation of the central nervous system, creating
insomnia, energized muscles, increased heart rate and blood pressure, and decreased
appetite
Frequent use: over a period of a few days will deplete the body's energy chemicals and
create exhaustion, weight loss and malnutrition
Large amounts (or if extrasensitive): heart, blood vessel, and seizure problems can
occur - increased risk of stroke
What are the mental/emotional effects of stimulants, from small doses to prolonged
use? - Correct Answer- Small/Moderate dose: increased confidence, excited, outgoing,
talkativeness, eager to perform. Can also cause a rush or ecstatic feeling
Larger doses: jitteriness, anxiety, anger, rapid speech, and aggressiveness
,Prolonged use: extreme anxiety, paranoia, anhedonia, and mental confusion - overuse
of strong stimulants can even mimic psychosis
List the four main categories of downers or CNS depressants - Correct Answer- -
Opiates and opioids
-Sedative-hypnotics
-Alcohol
-Others
List the types of opiates and opioids - Correct Answer- Opium
Morphine
Codeine
Heroin
Oxycodone (Oxycontin)
Hydrocodone (Vicodin)
Methadone
Hydromorphone (Dilaudid)
Meperidine (Demerol)
Propoxyphene (Darvon)
Buprenorphine (Subutex and Suboxone)
List types of sedative-hypnotics - Correct Answer- -Benzodiazepines (Xanax, Valium,
Klonopin, Rohypnol)
-Z-hypnotics (Ambien)
-Barbiturates (Butalbital)
-Meprobamate (Miltown)
-Alcohol
-Others (antihistamines, skeletal muscle relaxants, look-alike sedatives, and bromides)
What are the physical effects (small doses, excessive use, larger doses and in
combination, high dose and prolonged use) of downers/CNS depressants? - Correct
Answer- Small doses: slows heart rate and respiration, relaxes muscles, decreases
coordination, induces sleep, dulls the senses, diminishes pain *opiates and opioids can
also cause constipation, nausea, and pinpoint pupils
Excessive drinking or sedative-hypnotic use can: slur speech, cause digestive problems
Large doses of alcohol or sedative-hypnotic use or in combination with other
depressants can: cause dangerous respiratory depression and coma
High dose or prolonged use of any depressant can: cause sexual dysfunction and tissue
dependence
What are the mental/emotional effects of downers or CNS depressants? - Correct
Answer- Small doses: can act like stimulants because they lower inhibitions
, Larger doses: relaxing and dulling the mind, diminishing anxiety, controlling neuroses
*certain downers can induce euphoria or a sense of well-being
Long-term use of any depressant: can cause psychological and physical dependence
Describe what hallucinogens or psychedelics are and how many classifications there
are - Correct Answer- Substances that can distort perceptions and induce illusions,
delusions, or hallucinations
5 classifications
What are the classifications of hallucinogens? - Correct Answer- -Ergots/indoles: LSD,
psilocybin mushrooms, ayahuasca, and DMT
-Phenylalkylamines: peyote (mescaline), ibogaine, MDMA)
-Cannabinoids: marijuana and hashish
Others: ketamines, PCP, salvia, dextromethorphan, nutmeg, and Amanita mushrooms
What are the physical effects of hallucinogens? - Correct Answer- Most cause nausea
and dizziness
Marijuana increases appetite and makes eyes bloodshot
LSD raises blood pressure and causes sweating
MDMA and even LSD act like stimulants
What are the mental/emotional effects of hallucinogens? - Correct Answer- Distort
sensory messages to and from the brainstem, particularly the five senses are intensified
or distorted (illusions)
The brain can also trigger imaginary sensory messages (hallucinations) and distorted
thinking (delusions)
What is synesthesia? - Correct Answer- The process where the brain causes sounds to
become visual and sights to be perceived as sound
What are inhalants? - Correct Answer- Gaseous or liquid substances that are inhaled
and absorbed through the lungs.
Describe the types of inhalants - Correct Answer- -Organic solvents: glue, gasoline,
metallic paints, household sprays
-Volatile nitrites: amyl, butyl, or cyclohexyl nitrite (also called "poppers")
-Anesthetics: nitrous oxide (laughing gas)
What are the physical effects of inhalants? - Correct Answer- Most often there is CNS
depression, dizziness, slurred speech, unsteady gait, and drowsiness.
Some cause lower blood pressure, causing user to faint or lose balance
EXAM COMPLETE COMPREHENSIVE 350 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) GRADE A+ ASSURED,,,Alpha
What are the stages of change? - Correct Answer- precontemplation, contemplation,
preparation, action, maintenance
What does the CAGE stand for? - Correct Answer- C- cut down
A- annoyed
G- guilty
E- eye opener
What does THC stand for? - Correct Answer- delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol
What does LSD stand for? - Correct Answer- lysergic acid diethylamide
What is hemp? - Correct Answer- The word used to describe Cannabis sativa plants
that are high in fiber content and generally low in psychoactive components (marijuana
is used to describe cannabis sativa high in psychoactive components)
Morphine is how many times more powerful than opium? - Correct Answer- 10 times
What is the scientific name for heroin and what is its strength compared to morphine? -
Correct Answer- Diacetyl morphine - two to five times stronger than morphine
What year was AA founded, and who founded it? - Correct Answer- Founded in 1934 by
Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith
Sedatives are generally used to _________________________ while hypnotics are
mostly used to __________________ - Correct Answer- Calm anxiety; induce sleep
Name the five most common brand name benzodiazepines sedatives - Correct Answer-
Librium, Valium, Xanax, Klonopin, and Halcion
What is GHB? - Correct Answer- gamma hydroxybutyrate - a sedative originally
developed as an anesthetic -> began to be used as a sedative to induce euphoria, also
used as a date rape drug
What is DXM? - Correct Answer- dextromethorphan - found in many non-prescription
cough and cold medications, can induce psychedelic effects when used in large
quantities (10 to 30x normal dose)
,What are the brand names of hydrocodone? - Correct Answer- Vicodin, Lortab, Norco,
Anexsia, Hycodan, and Tylox
What is the generic name of Oxycontin? - Correct Answer- Oxycodone (time release
version of Percodan)
Why is hydrocodone the most widely used and abuse prescription opiate? - Correct
Answer- Causes less nausea but has the same pain-diminishing effect as well as
addictive potential as codeine. *Because it is often co-formulated with acetaminophen,
the abuse of the combination for the psychic effects of the opioid can cause liver
damage
What is the definition of a psychoactive drug? - Correct Answer- Any substance that
directly alters the normal functioning of the central nervous system (this can be
expanded to include any behaviors [e.g. gambling] that activate the brain's alcohol and
drug addiction pathways)
What is the trade name for Zoloft? - Correct Answer- Setraline
What is the chemical name for MDMA? - Correct Answer-
Methylenedioxymethamphetamine
What are the most common CNS stimulants? - Correct Answer- Cocaine (freebase,
crack), amphetamines (Adderall, meth, crystal meth, speed), amphetamine congeners
(Ritalin, diet pills), plant stimulants (khat, betel nuts, ephedra, yohimbe), caffeine, and
nicotine
What are the physical effects of stimulants, from small doses to frequent use of stronger
stimulants (cocaine, amphetamines), to large amounts? - Correct Answer-
Small/Moderate dose: excessive stimulation of the central nervous system, creating
insomnia, energized muscles, increased heart rate and blood pressure, and decreased
appetite
Frequent use: over a period of a few days will deplete the body's energy chemicals and
create exhaustion, weight loss and malnutrition
Large amounts (or if extrasensitive): heart, blood vessel, and seizure problems can
occur - increased risk of stroke
What are the mental/emotional effects of stimulants, from small doses to prolonged
use? - Correct Answer- Small/Moderate dose: increased confidence, excited, outgoing,
talkativeness, eager to perform. Can also cause a rush or ecstatic feeling
Larger doses: jitteriness, anxiety, anger, rapid speech, and aggressiveness
,Prolonged use: extreme anxiety, paranoia, anhedonia, and mental confusion - overuse
of strong stimulants can even mimic psychosis
List the four main categories of downers or CNS depressants - Correct Answer- -
Opiates and opioids
-Sedative-hypnotics
-Alcohol
-Others
List the types of opiates and opioids - Correct Answer- Opium
Morphine
Codeine
Heroin
Oxycodone (Oxycontin)
Hydrocodone (Vicodin)
Methadone
Hydromorphone (Dilaudid)
Meperidine (Demerol)
Propoxyphene (Darvon)
Buprenorphine (Subutex and Suboxone)
List types of sedative-hypnotics - Correct Answer- -Benzodiazepines (Xanax, Valium,
Klonopin, Rohypnol)
-Z-hypnotics (Ambien)
-Barbiturates (Butalbital)
-Meprobamate (Miltown)
-Alcohol
-Others (antihistamines, skeletal muscle relaxants, look-alike sedatives, and bromides)
What are the physical effects (small doses, excessive use, larger doses and in
combination, high dose and prolonged use) of downers/CNS depressants? - Correct
Answer- Small doses: slows heart rate and respiration, relaxes muscles, decreases
coordination, induces sleep, dulls the senses, diminishes pain *opiates and opioids can
also cause constipation, nausea, and pinpoint pupils
Excessive drinking or sedative-hypnotic use can: slur speech, cause digestive problems
Large doses of alcohol or sedative-hypnotic use or in combination with other
depressants can: cause dangerous respiratory depression and coma
High dose or prolonged use of any depressant can: cause sexual dysfunction and tissue
dependence
What are the mental/emotional effects of downers or CNS depressants? - Correct
Answer- Small doses: can act like stimulants because they lower inhibitions
, Larger doses: relaxing and dulling the mind, diminishing anxiety, controlling neuroses
*certain downers can induce euphoria or a sense of well-being
Long-term use of any depressant: can cause psychological and physical dependence
Describe what hallucinogens or psychedelics are and how many classifications there
are - Correct Answer- Substances that can distort perceptions and induce illusions,
delusions, or hallucinations
5 classifications
What are the classifications of hallucinogens? - Correct Answer- -Ergots/indoles: LSD,
psilocybin mushrooms, ayahuasca, and DMT
-Phenylalkylamines: peyote (mescaline), ibogaine, MDMA)
-Cannabinoids: marijuana and hashish
Others: ketamines, PCP, salvia, dextromethorphan, nutmeg, and Amanita mushrooms
What are the physical effects of hallucinogens? - Correct Answer- Most cause nausea
and dizziness
Marijuana increases appetite and makes eyes bloodshot
LSD raises blood pressure and causes sweating
MDMA and even LSD act like stimulants
What are the mental/emotional effects of hallucinogens? - Correct Answer- Distort
sensory messages to and from the brainstem, particularly the five senses are intensified
or distorted (illusions)
The brain can also trigger imaginary sensory messages (hallucinations) and distorted
thinking (delusions)
What is synesthesia? - Correct Answer- The process where the brain causes sounds to
become visual and sights to be perceived as sound
What are inhalants? - Correct Answer- Gaseous or liquid substances that are inhaled
and absorbed through the lungs.
Describe the types of inhalants - Correct Answer- -Organic solvents: glue, gasoline,
metallic paints, household sprays
-Volatile nitrites: amyl, butyl, or cyclohexyl nitrite (also called "poppers")
-Anesthetics: nitrous oxide (laughing gas)
What are the physical effects of inhalants? - Correct Answer- Most often there is CNS
depression, dizziness, slurred speech, unsteady gait, and drowsiness.
Some cause lower blood pressure, causing user to faint or lose balance
