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Chapter 27: Substance Abuse and Associated Problems

Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 5th Edition by Karin C. VanMeter

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Chapter 27: Substance Abuse and Associated Problems

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

  1. What is/are the typical effect(s) of psychedelic substances?
a. Drowsiness and euphoria
b. Marked stimulation of the central nervous system (CNS)
c. Lethargy and decreased metabolic rate
d. Altered perception and awareness as well as hallucinations

 

 

ANS:  D                    REF:   625

 

  1. Which of the following statements is characteristic of alcohol?
a. It is primarily a CNS stimulant.
b. It may cause congenital defects in infants born to alcoholic mothers.
c. It does not interact with other drugs in the CNS.
d. It usually causes severe kidney damage.

 

 

ANS:  B                    REF:   628

 

  1. What is physiological dependence?
a. An intense emotional need for a drug in order to function
b. Adaptation of the body to a drug, resulting in withdrawal signs after the drug is discontinued
c. The need for an ever-increasing dose to produce the same effect
d. Continuing to take a drug when it is not required medically

 

 

ANS:  B                    REF:   625

 

  1. What is a common indication of substance abuse?
a. Behavioral change
b. Weight gain
c. Depression
d. Loss of sensory function

 

 

ANS:  A                    REF:   627

 

  1. A patient who has developed a tolerance for codeine will:
a. demonstrate physical signs when the drug is discontinued.
b. require a larger dose than expected to control pain.
c. require a smaller dose than expected to control pain.
d. show signs or symptoms of drug toxicity.

 

 

ANS:  B                    REF:   625

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