Question 1

The GABA receptor has binding sites for benzodiazepines and other sedative-hypnotics (possibly barbiturates and alcohol).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

According to the text, inhalant abusers mostly take the drug __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  alone 
B)  in small groups 
C)  in large groups 
D)  both A and C 
A)  alone 
B)  in small groups 
C)  in large groups 
D)  both A and C B

Question 3

During the __________, benzodiazepines were widely overprescribed.

Accepted Answer

A)  1950s 
B)  1960s 
C)  1970s 
D)  1980s 
A)  1950s 
B)  1960s 
C)  1970s 
D)  1980s C

Question 4

James is an inhalant abuser. Recently, he has had short-term memory loss and some hearing loss. He also shows some difficulty with movement and coordination. According to the textbook, which of the following substances has James most likely abused?

Accepted Answer

A)  acetone 
B)  benzene 
C)  toluene 
D)  hexane 
A)  acetone 
B)  benzene 
C)  toluene 
D)  hexane

Question 5

Antianxiety drugs are also referred to as tranquilizers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Pentothal (Thiopental) is a long-acting barbiturate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Triorthocresyl phosphate (TCP) is a(n) __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  gasoline additive 
B)  form of lead 
C)  alternative term for hexane 
D)  ingredient leading to permanent blindness 
A)  gasoline additive 
B)  form of lead 
C)  alternative term for hexane 
D)  ingredient leading to permanent blindness

Question 8

Quaaludes were responsible for many an unsuspecting sailor in the 1800s getting "shanghaied" on a boat to China.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following nonbenzodiazepines is frequently used to help individuals who have trouble falling asleep?

Accepted Answer

A)  beta blockers 
B)  buspirone 
C)  zolpidem 
D)  sertraline 
A)  beta blockers 
B)  buspirone 
C)  zolpidem 
D)  sertraline

Question 10

Lower regions of the brain are affected __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  with all dosages of barbiturates 
B)  with only very low doses of barbiturates 
C)  with higher doses of barbiturates 
D)  only when the user withdraws from taking barbiturates 
A)  with all dosages of barbiturates 
B)  with only very low doses of barbiturates 
C)  with higher doses of barbiturates 
D)  only when the user withdraws from taking barbiturates

Question 11

Although it is questionable whether a sedative-hypnotic drug such as amobarbital (Amytal, or "sodium amytal") may function as "truth serum" in criminal cases, military and intelligence experts point to the potential for gaining some relevant information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Describe the effects of benzodiazepines on the brain. How does this understanding shed light on the cross-tolerance and cross-dependence among benzodiazepines and various depressant drugs?

Accepted Answer

Benzodiazepines are a class of psychoact

Question 13

Periodically, the use of ether has become popular as a result of __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  antialcohol temperance campaigns and Prohibition laws in effect 
B)  an absence of dangerous side effects 
C)  the legalization of ether between 1919 and 1933 
D)  the recognized health risks of nitrous oxide 
A)  antialcohol temperance campaigns and Prohibition laws in effect 
B)  an absence of dangerous side effects 
C)  the legalization of ether between 1919 and 1933 
D)  the recognized health risks of nitrous oxide

Question 14

Inhalant abuse is __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  restricted to certain racial or ethnic subgroups 
B)  highly susceptible to media messages on TV 
C)  particularly susceptible to peer influence 
D)  susceptible to parental influence 
A)  restricted to certain racial or ethnic subgroups 
B)  highly susceptible to media messages on TV 
C)  particularly susceptible to peer influence 
D)  susceptible to parental influence

Question 15

Physiological symptoms appear when benzodiazepines are withdrawn.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Most of those who abuse inhalants are __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  between 11 and 13 years old 
B)  younger than 11 years old 
C)  between 13 and 15 years old 
D)  older than 15 years old 
A)  between 11 and 13 years old 
B)  younger than 11 years old 
C)  between 13 and 15 years old 
D)  older than 15 years old

Question 17

Peer influence can increase a child's chances of abusing inhalants.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The withdrawal process from barbiturates is safest when __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  carried out in an outdoor setting 
B)  done in a sudden "cold turkey" manner 
C)  under medical supervision 
D)  all outside stimuli have been removed 
A)  carried out in an outdoor setting 
B)  done in a sudden "cold turkey" manner 
C)  under medical supervision 
D)  all outside stimuli have been removed

Question 19

Surveys indicate that inhalant abuse is the _______ highest incidence of drug experimentation among secondary students.

Accepted Answer

A)  second 
B)  third 
C)  fourth 
D)  tenth 
A)  second 
B)  third 
C)  fourth 
D)  tenth

Question 20

Which of the following would NOT be an effect of glue, solvent, or aerosol inhalation?

Accepted Answer

A)  hallucinations 
B)  increased energy for about 60 minutes 
C)  ringing in the ears 
D)  double vision 
A)  hallucinations 
B)  increased energy for about 60 minutes 
C)  ringing in the ears 
D)  double vision

The GABA receptor has binding sites for benzodiazepines and other sedative-hypnotics (possibly barbiturates and alcohol).

According to the text, inhalant abusers mostly take the drug __________.

During the __________, benzodiazepines were widely overprescribed.

James is an inhalant abuser. Recently, he has had short-term memory loss and some hearing loss. He also shows some difficulty with movement and coordination. According to the textbook, which of the following substances has James most likely abused?

Antianxiety drugs are also referred to as tranquilizers.

Pentothal (Thiopental) is a long-acting barbiturate.

Triorthocresyl phosphate (TCP) is a(n) __________.

Quaaludes were responsible for many an unsuspecting sailor in the 1800s getting "shanghaied" on a boat to China.

Which of the following nonbenzodiazepines is frequently used to help individuals who have trouble falling asleep?

Lower regions of the brain are affected __________.

Although it is questionable whether a sedative-hypnotic drug such as amobarbital (Amytal, or "sodium amytal") may function as "truth serum" in criminal cases, military and intelligence experts point to the potential for gaining some relevant information.

Describe the effects of benzodiazepines on the brain. How does this understanding shed light on the cross-tolerance and cross-dependence among benzodiazepines and various depressant drugs?

Periodically, the use of ether has become popular as a result of __________.

Inhalant abuse is __________.

Physiological symptoms appear when benzodiazepines are withdrawn.

Most of those who abuse inhalants are __________.

Peer influence can increase a child's chances of abusing inhalants.

The withdrawal process from barbiturates is safest when __________.

Surveys indicate that inhalant abuse is the _______ highest incidence of drug experimentation among secondary students.

Which of the following would NOT be an effect of glue, solvent, or aerosol inhalation?

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Exam 13: Depressants and Inhalants

The GABA receptor has binding sites for benzodiazepines and other sedative-hypnotics (possibly barbiturates and alcohol).

According to the text, inhalant abusers mostly take the drug __________.

During the __________, benzodiazepines were widely overprescribed.

James is an inhalant abuser. Recently, he has had short-term memory loss and some hearing loss. He also shows some difficulty with movement and coordination. According to the textbook, which of the following substances has James most likely abused?

Antianxiety drugs are also referred to as tranquilizers.

Pentothal (Thiopental) is a long-acting barbiturate.

Triorthocresyl phosphate (TCP) is a(n) __________.

Quaaludes were responsible for many an unsuspecting sailor in the 1800s getting "shanghaied" on a boat to China.

Which of the following nonbenzodiazepines is frequently used to help individuals who have trouble falling asleep?

Lower regions of the brain are affected __________.

Although it is questionable whether a sedative-hypnotic drug such as amobarbital (Amytal, or "sodium amytal") may function as "truth serum" in criminal cases, military and intelligence experts point to the potential for gaining some relevant information.

Describe the effects of benzodiazepines on the brain. How does this understanding shed light on the cross-tolerance and cross-dependence among benzodiazepines and various depressant drugs?

Periodically, the use of ether has become popular as a result of __________.

Inhalant abuse is __________.

Physiological symptoms appear when benzodiazepines are withdrawn.

Most of those who abuse inhalants are __________.

Peer influence can increase a child's chances of abusing inhalants.

The withdrawal process from barbiturates is safest when __________.

Surveys indicate that inhalant abuse is the _______ highest incidence of drug experimentation among secondary students.

Which of the following would NOT be an effect of glue, solvent, or aerosol inhalation?

Drugs and Behaviour Today

Drug-Taking Behaviour: Personal and Social Issues

How Drugs Work in the Body and on the Mind

The Major Stimulants: Cocaine and Amphetamines

Opioids: Opium, Heroin, and Opioid Pain Medications

Lsd and Other Hallucinogens

Marijuana

Alcohol: Social Beveragesocial Drug

Chronic Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

Nicotine and Tobacco Use

Caffeine

Performance-Enhancing Drugs and Drug Testing in Sports

Prescription Drugs, Over-The-Counter Drugs, and Natural Health Products

Drugs for Treating Schizophrenia and Mood Disorders

Substance Abuse Prevention

Substance Abuse Treatment: Strategies for Change

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