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Which issue is related to long-term cocaine use?

A
mental alertness
B
paranoia
C
extreme happiness
D
sensitivity to light
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Anna suffers from motion sickness every time she rides in her school bus. Her doctor has asked her to take some nonprescription motion sickness medicine.What should she do to avoid abuse?

A
use the drug in half the dosage to avoid side effects
B
take the drug according to her mother’s instructions
C
take the drug according to package instructions
D
use the drug in double dosage every time she feels sick
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Which of these is a commonly abused prescription?

A
opiate pain relievers
B
heroin
C
ecstasy
D
motion sickness pills
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Why are over-the-counter drugs often abused?

A
They taste better than prescription drugs.
B
They are legal and easy to access.
C
They do not need to be taken daily.
D
They are more potent than prescription drugs.
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Which is a possible consequence of poor decision-making associated with drug abuse?

A
decreased conflict with friends
B
increased safety in automobiles
C
decreased involvement in violence
D
increased risk of an unplanned pregnancy
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Which set of symptoms describes the short-term effects of amphetamines?

A
detached, dream-like state
B
fast heart rate with extreme alertness and high energy
C
feelings of relaxation or anxiety with possible hallucinations
D
altered senses with difficulty in thinking and impaired memory
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Which drug is derived from the hemp plant?

A
marijuana
B
ketamine
C
heroin
D
methamphetamine
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Which scenario is an example of external pressure to use drugs?

A
A teen has a genetic tendency to use drugs.
B
A teen feels depressed and decides to try drugs.
C
A friend invites a teen to a party where there are drugs.
D
A teen finds his parent’s prescription pain reliever and decides to try it.
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Which nonprescription drug is commonly abused by teens?

A
Ritalin
B
aspirin
C
OxyContin
D
cough syrup
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Which characteristic is a sign of drug addiction?

A
regular work attendance
B
easily able to stop taking a drug
C
experiencing legal problems
D
never taking more of a particular drug

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