AnswersCR Foundations of Personal Wellness S2 ELECTIVE Y4904OXIllegal Drugs

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In general, what is drug use?

A
taking over-the-counter medicine more than needed
B
the consumption of illegal drugs only
C
the consumption of legal drugs only
D
the consumption of legal and illegal drugs
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Which of the following describes inpatient drug treatment facilities?

A
they are mainly for individuals with mental or medical disorders
B
they treat patients for 4-8 hours a day, but the patient lives at home.
C
they are long-term facilities that also provide job and career training
D
they are separate from hospitals and other medical facilities
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Which of the following statements BEST distinguishes legal drugs from illegal drugs?

A
Illegal drugs have higher costs.
B
Only illegal drugs are regulated by the government.
C
Legal drugs can be used at an earlier age.
D
The FDA regulates and approves legal drugs.
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All of the following are true statements concerning drug preventive measures EXCEPT:A.Schools and communities both provide education and take preventive measures to stop drug abuse.B.The law establishes a mandatory minimum sentencing for all drug offenders.C.Education programs such as D.A.R.E. attempt to inform students about the risks of drug use.D.Drug laws are the same for all states.

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A
B
B
C
C
D
D
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Medicines are a good way to treat health issues because __________.

A
prescription medicines don't cause addiction
B
they can provide relief from mild to serious symptoms
C
most have no side effects
D
prescription versions can be purchased at any store
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The Food and Drug Act was the first US law that regulated medicine. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
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FDA regulations require that all medication labels include __________.

A
price and specific ingredients
B
price and known dangers
C
specific ingredients and possible side effects
D
manufacturing location and possible side effects
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Why do anabolic steroids differ from other illegal drugs?

A
They have fewer side effects.
B
They do not cause intoxication.
C
They are only dangerous for men.
D
They are derived from natural products.
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Why do some teens give in to peer pressure and abuse drugs?

A
high self-esteem
B
strong refusal skills
C
friends who use drugs
D
self-assurance
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Which US government agency is responsible for regulating medications?

A
Department of Health and Human Services
B
National Institutes of Health
C
United States Department of Agriculture
D
Food and Drug Administration
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The cost of drug use for the public involves all the following EXCEPT:

A
increase in healthcare costs
B
increase in law enforcement costs
C
decrease in prevention and treatment costs
D
all of the above
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Which of the following statements is NOT true about drug dependence?

A
People that are dependent on drugs believes that they need the drug to function effectively.
B
People that are dependent on drugs experience psychological and physiological changes as a result of drug use.
C
People that are dependent on drugs can stop using the drug without experiencing any side effects.
D
People that are dependent on drugs are at risk for overdosing.
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Hallucinogens distort an individual's perceptions of reality.

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T
B
F
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One of the most effective strategies for resisting drugs is simply to __________.

A
ignore drug users and their comments
B
confront other drug users
C
research the consequences of using drugs
D
avoid situations where drugs are present
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Which of the following strategies is helpful in avoiding drug use?

A
avoiding situations where drugs will be present
B
avoiding all parties
C
avoiding people who look suspicious
D
avoiding sporting events
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Only teens can abuse illegal drugs.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following statements is false?

A
A role model is somone who is admired.
B
Having role models who discourage drug use can lessen the chance of drug use.
C
Some media may glamorize or encourage drug use.
D
By law, the media must portray drug use accurately and honestly.
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For an individual with a serious drug addiction AND a stable home environment, __________ would be the BEST treatment option.

A
inpatient treatment
B
opioid (OTPs) treatment
C
residential treatment
D
partial hospitalization/day treatment
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Which of the following statements is TRUE about dopamine?

A
The brain's purpose in releasing dopamine is to naturally discourage healthy behaviors.
B
The release of dopamine as a result of drug use tricks the brain into believing the drug is good for the body.
C
The release of dopamine as a result of drug use promotes normal brain functioning.
D
Drug addicts often have a decreased toleration for dopamine after prolonged drug use.
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Which of these FDA regulations required that manufacturers disclose possible dangers and side effects of their medicines?

A
Kefauver-Harris Amendment
B
Food and Drug Safety Act
C
Virus Toxins Law
D
Durham-Humphrey Amendment

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