A)
Sabrina is about to take a pill that was legally prescribed when her friend tells her to stop. “That
is not safe, Sabrina! Don’t take it!” her friend warns. Why would this legal drug MOST likely be
considered UNSAFE for Sabrina to use?
(1 point)
It is prescribed by a local doctor.
It is in a childproof container.
It is classified as a stimulant.
It is prescribed for Sabrina’s friend
The correct answer is: It is classified as a stimulant.
A)
Nico is having trouble sleeping. Which drug would the doctor MOST likely prescribe to treat this
issue?
(1 point)
benzodiazepines
stimulants
empathogens
opioids
The correct answer is: benzodiazepines
A)
Two weeks ago, Alan was prescribed pills for back pain, which is now getting better. He still
has some pills leftover from this prescription. What is the MOST appropriate action for Alan to
take concerning these pills?
(1 point)
If he has no more back pain, he can use the pills for any other pains.
If a friend is also experiencing back pain, he can give his pills to them.
If his back pain flares up in a few days, he can still take the pills.
If the back pain gets worse, he can take more pills than were prescribed.
The correct action for Alan to take concerning the leftover pills is:
If his back pain flares up in a few days, he can still take the pills.
A)
Chen is writing a report on the most common types of drugs people are most likely to become
addicted to or abuse. What is the LEAST appropriate type of drug to include in this report?
(1 point)
painkillers
antibiotics
depressants
stimulants
The least appropriate type of drug to include in a report on common types of drugs people are likely to become addicted to or abuse would be antibiotics. Antibiotics are medications used to treat bacterial infections, and they are not typically associated with addiction or abuse potential.
A)
Alejandra has started to use heroin. How will this MOST likely affect her body systems?
(1 point)
It will fill the lungs with toxic material.
It will release serotonin and dopamine to the brain.
It will block the transmission of pain signals to her brain.
It will slow down the central nervous system.