16 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a sign of opioid overdose?
Dilated pupils
What is the primary function of Naltrexone in the treatment of opioid addiction?
Blocking euphoric effects
How can benzodiazepines (BZDs) be distinguished from barbiturates based on their generic names?
BZDs end in -am
Which age group is most commonly associated with inhalant use?
Younger adolescents
What is the legal classification of marijuana according to federal law in the U.S.?
Schedule I
Which psychological approaches are typically used in the treatment of cannabis dependence?
Behavioral therapies
Which of the following drugs has the highest bioavailability when smoked?
Cocaine
Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with the reward pathway in the brain?
Dopamine
What is a common acute effect of amphetamine at a high dose?
Psychosis
Which drug is most likely to cause a 'bad trip' characterized by disturbing images and negative emotions?
Hallucinogens
What are some chronic effects associated with inhalant use?
Physical and psychological damage
In which area of the brain and body are GABA receptors primarily located?
Brain
Which route of administration is NOT commonly associated with opioids?
Inhaled
What is the primary neurotransmitter affected by cannabis use?
Dopamine
'Cocaethylene' is a significant risk factor associated with the combined use of which two substances?
Alcohol and Cocaine
What is a potential medical use approved for amphetamine?
ADHD treatment
Prepare for your Psychology 320 exam by reviewing the information on routes of administration, acute and chronic effects, neurotransmitters, and medical uses. Focus on chapters 5-9, bioavailability, and the role of liver and kidney in metabolism and elimination.
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