Substance Abuse Treatment Quiz

<p>Encouraging excessive prescribing of psychoactive substances (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Substance abuse education and prevention techniques (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Drug abuse results in negative consequences, while drug misuse does not. (A), Drug misuse involves prescribed drugs, while drug abuse can involve any drug. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Strong interpersonal skills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Peers primarily facilitate social interactions through drug use. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Curiosity and self-discovery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Euphoria experienced during drug use (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improved social relationships (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A chronic disease involving compulsive behavior (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Need for immediate gratification (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The emergence of withdrawal symptoms when drug use ceases (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>The reduced effectiveness of a drug requiring higher doses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>Chewed, inhaled, or injected (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

<p>Virola tree (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Provide drug education (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>28 days inpatient or up to 12 weeks outpatient (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Produces a synergistic effect (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Psychosocial and other treatments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using prescribed or over-the-counter drugs in a way that is not intended or recommended. For example, taking more than the prescribed dose or using a medication for a purpose other than what it was intended for.

Using a drug intentionally and inappropriately, leading to negative consequences for the individual. These consequences can be physical, emotional, financial, social, or intellectual.

A chronic, and for many people, recurring condition where a person compulsively seeks out and uses drugs despite the negative consequences, marked by brain changes.

A motivation to try drugs rooted in curiosity and a desire to experience something new, especially common in young people. Drugs may also be viewed as a way to understand oneself better.

Using drugs for pleasure and to escape boredom. Drugs can provide a sense of euphoria or a temporary escape from unpleasant feelings.

Using drugs due to peer pressure or to gain acceptance within a group. Drugs can sometimes be used to facilitate social interactions.

Traits that are often associated with drug abuse, such as low self-esteem, poor interpersonal skills, a need for immediate gratification, rebelliousness, impulsivity, and risk-taking.

The influence that family relationships have on deterring drug abuse, even in young people.

The need to take a drug for its pleasurable effects, experiencing changes in behavior when drug use stops, and needing to increase the dosage or frequency to maintain the initial effects.

The body's reduced response to a drug after repeated use, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect.

Drugs that can increase activity levels and alter mood. They are often used as performance enhancers.

A class of drugs naturally derived from opium or producing similar effects, acting as CNS depressants.

A type of stimulant that includes drugs like methamphetamine (speed, crystal meth/ice).

A range of physical symptoms that appear when drug use stops, including runny nose, insomnia, muscle aches, and nausea.

A powerful stimulant that is often snorted. It can be highly addictive.

Drugs that can cause hallucinations and alter thoughts, feelings, and perceptions.

Drugs that depress the central nervous system, causing sedation, relaxation, and sleepiness.

Short-acting barbiturates used primarily to treat anxiety disorders, examples include Valium and Xanax.

A type of hallucinogen known for its potent effects and its association with the ergot fungus.

A category of drugs that increase alertness, energy, and focus.

A group of hallucinogens including LSD, psilocybin, and mescaline. They work by influencing serotonin levels in the brain.

A hormone naturally produced by the body that stimulates red blood cell production, used by athletes for enhanced performance and endurance.

A drug derived from the Cannabis sativa plant, containing THC as its primary psychoactive agent.

A substance that produces a sedative effect on the central nervous system, impacting various organs in the body.

Pharmacists play a crucial role in educating patients and communities about substance abuse, helping to prevent misuse and promote healthy choices.

Pharmacists work with other healthcare professionals to create treatment plans for patients recovering from substance abuse disorders, aiming to improve their well-being and recovery outcomes.

Pharmacists provide essential support to patients struggling with opioid addiction by preparing and dispensing methadone doses under strict supervision and documentation.

Pharmacists play a critical role in providing accurate information about psychoactive substances, promoting safe use and helping patients understand the potential risks and benefits.

Pharmacists are actively involved in developing curriculum and training programs to educate both future pharmacists and other healthcare professionals about substance abuse.

A state of physical and physiological addiction to ethanol, a psychoactive substance.

A type of inhalant that includes substances like spray paints, deodorants, and hair sprays.

A chemical commonly found in glues, paints, thinners, and nail polishes. It is a volatile substance that can be inhaled for its intoxicating effects.

A type of medication used to treat opioid addiction. It is a synthetic opioid that blocks the effects of heroin and other opioids.

A type of medication used to treat opioid addiction. It is a partial opioid agonist, meaning it binds to opioid receptors in the brain but produces a weaker effect than heroin or other opioids.

A type of medication used to treat opioid and alcohol addiction. It is an opioid antagonist, meaning it blocks the effects of opioid drugs.

A type of medication used to treat alcohol addiction. It works by blocking the effects of alcohol on the brain, thus making drinking less pleasurable.

A medically supervised program to help someone withdraw from drugs or alcohol they are physically dependent on.