Psy 320 Exam 2 Study Guide: Routes of Administration and Effects on Neurotransmitters

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Which of the following is NOT a sign of opioid overdose?

  • Depressed respiration
  • Coma
  • Constricted pupils
  • Dilated pupils (correct)

What is the primary function of Naltrexone in the treatment of opioid addiction?

  • Reducing withdrawal symptoms
  • Blocking euphoric effects (correct)
  • Inducing euphoric effects
  • Increasing cravings

How can benzodiazepines (BZDs) be distinguished from barbiturates based on their generic names?

  • Barbiturates end in -ol
  • Barbiturates end in -am
  • BZDs end in -am (correct)
  • BZDs end in -al

Which age group is most commonly associated with inhalant use?

<p>Younger adolescents (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal classification of marijuana according to federal law in the U.S.?

<p>Schedule I (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which psychological approaches are typically used in the treatment of cannabis dependence?

<p>Behavioral therapies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following drugs has the highest bioavailability when smoked?

<p>Cocaine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with the reward pathway in the brain?

<p>Dopamine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common acute effect of amphetamine at a high dose?

<p>Psychosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is most likely to cause a 'bad trip' characterized by disturbing images and negative emotions?

<p>Hallucinogens (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some chronic effects associated with inhalant use?

<p>Physical and psychological damage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which area of the brain and body are GABA receptors primarily located?

<p>Brain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which route of administration is NOT commonly associated with opioids?

<p>Inhaled (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary neurotransmitter affected by cannabis use?

<p>Dopamine (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Cocaethylene' is a significant risk factor associated with the combined use of which two substances?

<p>Alcohol and Cocaine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential medical use approved for amphetamine?

<p>ADHD treatment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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