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What does synergism refer to?
What is a positive reason for combining drugs?
To help doctors treat patients with less side effects.
Using multiple drugs or combining drug use with alcohol is only dangerous if done in large quantities.
False
Which of the following is considered to be a standard drink?
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Why is it difficult to determine the amount of alcohol in a mixed drink?
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What percentage of alcohol does 100-proof rum contain?
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Alcohol impairment and intoxication are the same thing.
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At what blood alcohol content does impaired judgment occur?
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What is true in regards to alcohol abuse?
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How may alcohol abuse be detected?
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What will an alcoholic persist in despite damage to health or relationships?
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A person must get drunk in order to become an alcoholic.
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If a medication is prescribed, it is safe for anyone to use.
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There are no risks to using an over-the-counter drug.
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What is a 'pharm' party?
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What are some psychological effects drugs may have on a person?
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A person can stop misusing drugs and still suffer long-term consequences.
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How can drug use affect friendships?
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How does drug use affect employment?
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What does loss of judgment refer to?
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What is one example of poor judgment shown while under the influence of alcohol and drugs?
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Having a lack of judgment is exactly the same as having a loss of judgment.
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It is always obvious to a person when they have had too much to drink.
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What is an alcohol-induced blackout?
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Which of the following are examples of gateway drugs?
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Having easy access to alcohol is one of the reasons why so many young people have tried it.
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If a person experiments with alcohol and does not suffer any noticeable harm, what may they be emboldened to try?
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According to statistics, which of the following are teens most likely to try first?
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What can good coping skills include?
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Rationalization is a good coping mechanism that involves inventing reasons to justify a person's actions.
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Which of the following is an example of a healthy way to escape reality?
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The financial impact of drug use is limited to the cost of the drugs.
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Study Notes
Synergism and Drug Combination
- Synergism occurs when two or more substances are combined, resulting in an effect greater than if they were used individually.
- Combining drugs can help doctors treat patients while minimizing side effects.
Drug Use and Safety
- It is false that combining drugs or using drugs with alcohol is only dangerous in large quantities.
- A standard drink is defined as a 12-ounce beer.
- Determining alcohol content in mixed drinks is challenging due to bartenders often deviating from standard recipes.
Alcohol Content and Effects
- 100-proof rum contains 50% alcohol.
- Alcohol impairment differs from intoxication, with the former not necessarily indicating severe intoxication.
- Impaired judgment can begin at a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.02.
Understanding Alcohol Abuse
- Alcohol abuse encompasses both physiological and psychological effects.
- Patterns of drinking can indicate alcohol abuse, and an alcoholic continues drinking despite health or relational damage.
- It is false that one must become drunk to be classified as an alcoholic.
Medication Use
- Medications are safe only for the individuals they are prescribed to.
- There are risks associated with over-the-counter drugs, which is false to claim they are risk-free.
Pharm Parties and Drug Impact
- A "pharm" party involves sharing and consuming various prescription medications among attendees.
- Psychological effects of drug use may include mood swings, poor judgment, disorientation, lack of social support, and depression.
Consequences of Drug Misuse
- A person can overcome drug misuse but may still face long-term consequences.
- Drug use can impact friendships negatively, causing friends to distance themselves from the user.
- Workplace reliability can decline among employees who misuse drugs.
Judgment and Alcohol Effects
- Loss of judgment occurs when individuals cannot make sound decisions due to impaired faculties.
- Examples of poor judgment under influence include inappropriate public behavior, such as disrobing.
- Lack of judgment is synonymous with loss of judgment.
Alcohol Awareness
- It is false that individuals can always recognize when they have consumed too much alcohol.
- An alcohol-induced blackout involves being awake while later being unable to recall events.
Gateway Drugs and Youth Experimentation
- Alcohol is recognized as a gateway drug, and easy access contributes to its prevalence among youth.
- Youth experimentation with alcohol without noticeable harm may lead them to try other substances first.
Coping Mechanisms and Reality Escapes
- Effective coping skills involve managing emotions in constructive ways.
- Rationalization is not a healthy coping mechanism, as it entails creating justifications for harmful actions.
- Healthy ways to escape reality include activities like reading.
Financial Impact of Drug Use
- The financial implications of drug use extend beyond just the cost of drugs; they can involve various related expenses and consequences.
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This quiz focuses on the concepts of synergism and drug combination in pharmacology. It covers the effects of using multiple substances and the implications for patient treatment. Test your knowledge on safe practices and the efficacy of drug interactions.
