18 Questions
What is the most common withdrawal symptom associated with excessive methylxanthine consumption?
Headache
What is the approximate lethal dose of caffeine?
Both a and b
What is the primary mechanism by which nicotine exerts its psychoactive and addictive effects?
All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a common adverse effect of nicotine?
Sedation
What is the primary mechanism by which nicotine acts as an appetite suppressant?
The text does not provide information on the mechanism of nicotine's appetite suppressing effects
What is the most common adverse effect associated with prolonged nicotine use?
Dependence
Which of the following is NOT a typical physical effect of cocaine use?
Decreased respiratory rate
What is the term used to describe the sensation of insects crawling under the skin, commonly experienced by heavy cocaine users?
Formication
What is the primary mechanism of action of methylphenidate?
Increasing dopamine and norepinephrine activity in synaptic clefts
Which of the following is NOT a common obstetric complication associated with cocaine use during pregnancy?
Gestational diabetes
What is the term used to describe the withdrawal effects of cocaine?
Crash
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of cocaine withdrawal?
Hyperactivity
What are the common symptoms of amphetamine intoxication?
Hyperactivity, increased heart rate, and confusion
How are amphetamines metabolized in the body?
Metabolized by the liver and excreted in urine
What is the primary mechanism of action of cocaine?
Blocking dopamine reuptake into presynaptic terminals
Which is the most common method of cocaine use?
Inhaling into the nose (snorting)
What psychological effects can be associated with high doses of cocaine?
Grandiose thinking, impaired judgment, and sexual disinhibition
What adverse effect can prolonged high doses of cocaine lead to?
Hallucinations and delirium
Test your knowledge on the physical effects, complications, and withdrawal symptoms associated with heavy cocaine use. Learn about common features like 'coke bugs' and obstetric complications. Recognize the importance of managing dependence and understanding the 'crash' associated with cocaine withdrawal.
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