NAADAC Module 1: Pharmacology Questions and Answers 100% Pass

NAADAC Module 1: Pharmacology Questions and Answers 100% Pass ____ have been used as date rape/rape drugs. Benzodiazepines ____ is the most important inhibitory neurotransmitter; any substance that increases its actions significantly inhibits anxiety. GABA ____ is the process by which neurotransmitters, that have activated their receptors, are taken back into the original neuron Reuptake _____ is combining a depressant with a stimulant, e.g., heroin + cocaine. Speedballing _____ is the standard against which other hallucinogens are measured. LSD ______ alcohol is the beverage consumed for its psychoactive properties Ethyl ______ are the most frequently used drugs in the world. Stimulants ______ boosts the reward center with a dopamine release; releases adrenaline; decreases anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia; and doesn't create euphoria. Nicotine ______ include substances that slow down the central nervous system Depressants/downers ______ is a hallucinogenic amphetamine. Mescaline ______ is a smokable form of cocaine made into small "rocks" by processing it with sodium bicarbonate and water. Crack ______ is an opioid _____ that can be used to block and reverse the life-threatening effects of an opioid overdose. Naloxone; antagonist _______ has the greatest natural concentration of THC. Cannabis sativa ________ are CNS depressants that include benzos, barbiturates, and several other drugs. Sedative-hypnotics ________ is the chemical found in the synthetic "club drug" ecstasy. MDMA __________ alcohol dependence is characterized by escaping from social situations and sneaking to drink; feelings of guilt; difficulty stopping; preoccupation with drinking; attempts to set goals; some brownouts or blackouts. Early stage __________ is a common after-effect of MDMA use