Drugs and Their Effects Overview

Questions and Answers

Which test results in a purple or violet color when testing for opium?

Marquis Test (correct)

PABA/Van Urk Test

Dille-Kopanyi Test

Cobalt Thiocyanate Test

What color reaction indicates the presence of amphetamines using the Marquis Test?

Red Bottom Layer

Violet/Blue

Yellow-Green

Red/Orange-Brown (correct)

What legislation established the Dangerous Drug Board in the Philippines?

Republic Act 6425 (correct)

Republic Act 9165

Dangerous Drug Act of 2002

Philippine Anti-Narcotics Act

Which test is used to identify marijuana according to the provided information?

Duquenois-Levine Test Signup and view all the answers

What agency was formed as a result of the enactment of Republic Act 9165 in 2002?

Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason that tobacoo is considered distinct in its classification among drugs?

It has profound economic importance and health consequences. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a medicinal drug?

A substance that cures illness and relieves disease symptoms. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the 'self-medication syndrome'?

Using drugs based on recommendations from unqualified individuals. Signup and view all the answers

What does a toxic dose of a drug signify?

The amount that results in harmful effects or poisoning. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for a physician to know all drugs a patient is using?

To identify potential drug interactions. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'abusive dose' refer to?

A dose that produces desired effects through improper use. Signup and view all the answers

Which term defines the smallest amount of a drug required for a therapeutic effect?

Minimal Dose Signup and view all the answers

Which category does alcohol fall under given its widespread use?

An unrecognized drug Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of call girls?

They have legitimate jobs and work part-time as prostitutes. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of prostitute is known for working in regular houses of prostitution?

Factory Girls Signup and view all the answers

What is a common motivation for door knockers to enter into prostitution?

Extreme desire for money often due to poverty. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of prostitute typically has more autonomy in choosing clients?

Call Girls Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining feature of disorderly houses?

They often appear as legitimate businesses with legal protections. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an alcoholic from an alcohol-dependent person?

An alcoholic has lost control over their alcohol use. Signup and view all the answers

Which degree of intoxication is characterized by confusion and irregular behavior?

Drunk Signup and view all the answers

Who typically supervises the operation in disorderly houses?

The madam or maintainer Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes hustlers?

They engage in street walking or bar pick-ups. Signup and view all the answers

What type of intoxication occurs when a person is unaware of the strength of the beverage consumed?

Involuntary intoxication Signup and view all the answers

What type of prostitutes often work alone or with an intermediary?

Call Girls Signup and view all the answers

Which motive for drinking is associated with social functions and rituals?

Traditional Signup and view all the answers

What condition is often confused with coma, presenting with stupor?

Coma Signup and view all the answers

Which description best fits a drunkard?

Someone whose drinking poses a danger to themselves or others. Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of habitual intoxication?

Drinking is a necessary, constant vice. Signup and view all the answers

Which motive for drinking is based on achieving success or prestige?

Status Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for possession of 50 grams or more of SHABU?

Life imprisonment and a fine ranging from Php 500k to 10m Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum penalty for the second offense of dangerous drug use?

6 years and 1 day imprisonment Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for selling dangerous drugs within 100 meters of a school?

Life imprisonment with a fine up to Php 10m Signup and view all the answers

For possessing less than 10 grams of SHABU, what is the corresponding penalty?

Imprisonment of 12 years and 1 day to 20 years and a fine ranging from Php 300k to 400k Signup and view all the answers

What action can lead to the death penalty under the unlawful acts related to dangerous drugs?

Importing dangerous drugs using a diplomatic passport Signup and view all the answers

What is the fine range for someone convicted of the second offense of using dangerous drugs?

Php 50k to 200k Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum quantity of any dangerous drug that leads to a penalty of imprisonment of 12 years and 1 day to 20 years?

5 grams or more but less than 10 grams Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is NOT punishable by the death penalty?

Possession of less than 10 grams of SHABU Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tobacco

Classified as an unrecognized drug due to distinct usage patterns, economic importance, and health impacts.

Alcohol

Widely accepted and abused drug, appearing in forms like beer, wine, and distilled liquor.
Considered one of the most commonly abused substances in society.

Medicines vs. Drugs

All medicines are drugs, but not all drugs serve a medicinal purpose.
Medicinal drugs cure illnesses or alleviate disease symptoms.

Self-Medication Syndrome

Occurs when users obtain drug information from non-professionals (e.g., family, friends), rather than healthcare providers.

How Drugs Work

Most drugs act within cells rather than on cell surfaces or extracellular fluids.
Drug interactions can lead to unexpected results; physicians should be aware of all drugs a patient is taking.

Drug Dosage

Minimal Dose: smallest amount for therapeutic effect.
Maximal Dose: largest amount for desired therapeutic effect without toxicity.
Toxic Dose: causes adverse effects or poisoning.
Abusive Dose: quantity for desired side effects due to improper use.
Lethal Dose: amount that results in death.

Drug Administration Tests

Different tests yield specific color reactions for identifying drugs, such as:
- Opium: Purple/Violet with Marquis Test.
- Heroin: Yellow-Green with Nitric Acid.
- Cocaine: Blue with Cobalt Thiocyanate.
- Marijuana: Red Bottom Layer with Duquenois-Levine Test.

Philippine Anti-Drug Efforts

1972: Activation of the Philippine Constabulary Anti Narcotics Unit (CANU).
Republic Act 6425 established a framework for drug policy and enforcement (Dangerous Drug Act of 1972).
Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) created by RA 9165 in 2002.

Possession of Dangerous Drugs Penalties

Life imprisonment and fines from Php 500k to 10m for possession of significant quantities.
Gradated penalties for lower amounts, ranging from long imprisonment to fines.

Use of Dangerous Drugs Penalties

1st offense: Minimum six months rehabilitation.
2nd offense: 6 years and 1 day to 12 years imprisonment and fines.

Unlawful Acts Punishable by Death Penalty

Severe penalties for drug importation, organization of drug activities, and offenses involving minors.

Alcohol Dependence

Alcohol-dependent individuals drink for enjoyment, with excessive use but no full addiction.
Alcoholics lose control over their drinking, prioritizing alcohol over health and family.

Degree of Intoxication

Slight: reddened face, no mental impairment.
Moderate: argumentative behavior, slight coordination loss.
Drunk: confused mind, irregular behavior.
Very Drunk: disorientation and confusion.
Coma: stupor condition.

Types of Intoxication

Involuntary: Unintentional consumption without knowledge of effects.
Intentional: Deliberate drinking for known effects.
Habitual: Constant, necessary drinking behavior.

Alcoholic and Drunkard Definitions

Alcoholic: Experiences impairment due to habitual drinking.
Drunkard: Consistently engages in risky behavior while intoxicated.

Motives for Drinking

Traditional: For social or religious functions.
Status: Symbol of success.
Dietary: Complements dining.
Social: Reduces tension for social interaction.
Ritual: Enhances group cohesion.
Path of Least Resistance: Drinking to fit in.

Types of Prostitutes

Call Girls: Part-time, may have other jobs, organized through contacts.
Hustlers: Professionals, operate from bars or streets.
Door Knockers: Newcomers motivated by money, operate selectively.
Factory Girls: Regular prostitutes working under supervision in brothels.

Types of Prostitution Houses

Disorderly Houses: Operated by a “madam,” often protected by corrupt authorities, appearing as legitimate businesses.

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Explore the distinctions between various types of drugs, including tobacco, alcohol, and medicinal drugs. This quiz examines self-medication, how drugs work within the body, and the importance of understanding drug dosages. Test your knowledge on these crucial aspects of drug use and health.