CADC I Exam Prep 1 – Questions &
Solutions (100% Correct)
Characteristics of PCP - ANSWER - Phencyclidine recognized as a hallucinogen, can
also act as a stimulant & pain killer. Comes in several forms: powder liquid or tablet. Its
often combined with other substances such as LSD or marijuana. Has been used
medically as an anesthetic on humans as well as horses. Steet names are "angel dust"
& "horse tranquilizer."
Characteristics of LSD - ANSWER - A hallucinogen so strong one the size of an aspirin
equals 3000 doses. Street name is "acid" Its white powder can be bought in capsules,
tablets, also put in candy, cookies, or absorbed into paper, postage stamps & ink
blottters.
Benzodiazepines / Tranquilizers - ANSWER - Prescription drugs that given to help
relieve anxiety and treat some side effects of alcohol withdrawal. Brand names include
Valium, Librium, Ativan & Serax.
Valium (Diazepam) - ANSWER - Best known street drug because its easy to attain &
provides a moderate high. Very dangerous when users combine it with alcohol which
also depresses the central nervous system.
Characteristics of amphetamines - ANSWER - Drugs in the stimulant class known as
speed, uppers, or bennies. Used medically to treat narcolepsy & ADHD. In the past they
were used to treat obesity & depression, but is now against the law to use for these
purposes.
Characteristics of Opiate Narcorics - ANSWER - Usually thought of as pain killing drug
or analgesics. These drugs have high potential to cause addiction. The physical effect
of use is an intense feeling of well-being & euphoria. They are divided into 2 groups --
naturally occurring & synthetic.
Morphine & Codeine - ANSWER - Opiate narcotics in the natural group & obtained from
the opium poppy.
Heroin - ANSWER - Drug made chemically from morphine.
Demerol, Talwin, & Methadone - ANSWER - Drugs in the synthetic-group of Opiate
Narcotics made in a laboratory.
Withdrawal Symptoms of Opiates - ANSWER - Stomach cramps, diarrhea, runny nose,
tears, yawning, goose bumps, & general sense of insecurity. They lessen in severity in
a few days, but may take weeks or months to completely subside.
, Characteristics of Crack - ANSWER - Stimulant drug made from cocaine powder street
named "rock." Smoking it provides a quicker rush than sniffing cocaine. Use creates
euphoria often prescribed as a whole body orgasm, followed vy a crash which includes
anxiety, paranoia, & extreme fatigue.
Characteristics of Cocaine - ANSWER - Stimulant in fine white powder form. Use
causes the brain to release dopamine & norepinephrine causing a euphoric state. Street
names include coke snow flake & stardust. Users sniff inject or smoke it known as free
basing.
Characteristics of Cannabis - ANSWER - Mood altering drug made from the flowers of
the plant cannabis sativa. Forms include marijuana, hashish & hash Oil. It is usually
smoked but can be put into food & eaten.
THC / Tetrahydrocannabinol - ANSWER - Psychoactive chemical in cannabis which
causes its mood altering effects. Hash oil contains up to 60% where as marijuana
contains 7-15%.
Alcohol - ANSWER - A sedative that depresses the central nervous system. Effects
include lowering of inhibitions relaxation & inhibition of good judgement decreased
reaction time & fine muscle coordination.
Short-term effect of PCP - ANSWER - Effects vary greatly from person to person
because it can act as both a stimulant & depressant. Some find it difficult to concentrate
& communicate. Some have a sense of separation from surroundings, confusion, unreal
perceptions of time, space & body images.
Long-term effects of PCP - ANSWER - Known effects include speech problems memory
loss depression & anxiety. Flashbacks can occur days or even months after use which
may include hallucinations & sensations felt during use.
Short-term effects of LSD - ANSWER - Effects begin w/in a few minutes & can last as
long as 12 hours. Sight hearing & taste can be affected. Causes increase in blood
pressure dialated pupils nausea chills & fever numbness & rapid heart beat. Long-term
memory is exceptionally clear & strong while short-term memory is almost non-existent.
Long-term effects of LSD - ANSWER - Effects are most often manifested in flashbacks
where all of the short-term effects are experienced all over again. Heavy users are
characterized by apathy no interest in the future very little patience or ability to cope
with frustration. Also run the risk of developing chronic psychosis.
Short-term effects of Tranquilizer use - ANSWER - Effects include reduced anxiety
tensoin calmness drowsiness slight problems w/ memory & thinking. Fatigue reduced
inhibition & clumsiness have also been noted.
Solutions (100% Correct)
Characteristics of PCP - ANSWER - Phencyclidine recognized as a hallucinogen, can
also act as a stimulant & pain killer. Comes in several forms: powder liquid or tablet. Its
often combined with other substances such as LSD or marijuana. Has been used
medically as an anesthetic on humans as well as horses. Steet names are "angel dust"
& "horse tranquilizer."
Characteristics of LSD - ANSWER - A hallucinogen so strong one the size of an aspirin
equals 3000 doses. Street name is "acid" Its white powder can be bought in capsules,
tablets, also put in candy, cookies, or absorbed into paper, postage stamps & ink
blottters.
Benzodiazepines / Tranquilizers - ANSWER - Prescription drugs that given to help
relieve anxiety and treat some side effects of alcohol withdrawal. Brand names include
Valium, Librium, Ativan & Serax.
Valium (Diazepam) - ANSWER - Best known street drug because its easy to attain &
provides a moderate high. Very dangerous when users combine it with alcohol which
also depresses the central nervous system.
Characteristics of amphetamines - ANSWER - Drugs in the stimulant class known as
speed, uppers, or bennies. Used medically to treat narcolepsy & ADHD. In the past they
were used to treat obesity & depression, but is now against the law to use for these
purposes.
Characteristics of Opiate Narcorics - ANSWER - Usually thought of as pain killing drug
or analgesics. These drugs have high potential to cause addiction. The physical effect
of use is an intense feeling of well-being & euphoria. They are divided into 2 groups --
naturally occurring & synthetic.
Morphine & Codeine - ANSWER - Opiate narcotics in the natural group & obtained from
the opium poppy.
Heroin - ANSWER - Drug made chemically from morphine.
Demerol, Talwin, & Methadone - ANSWER - Drugs in the synthetic-group of Opiate
Narcotics made in a laboratory.
Withdrawal Symptoms of Opiates - ANSWER - Stomach cramps, diarrhea, runny nose,
tears, yawning, goose bumps, & general sense of insecurity. They lessen in severity in
a few days, but may take weeks or months to completely subside.
, Characteristics of Crack - ANSWER - Stimulant drug made from cocaine powder street
named "rock." Smoking it provides a quicker rush than sniffing cocaine. Use creates
euphoria often prescribed as a whole body orgasm, followed vy a crash which includes
anxiety, paranoia, & extreme fatigue.
Characteristics of Cocaine - ANSWER - Stimulant in fine white powder form. Use
causes the brain to release dopamine & norepinephrine causing a euphoric state. Street
names include coke snow flake & stardust. Users sniff inject or smoke it known as free
basing.
Characteristics of Cannabis - ANSWER - Mood altering drug made from the flowers of
the plant cannabis sativa. Forms include marijuana, hashish & hash Oil. It is usually
smoked but can be put into food & eaten.
THC / Tetrahydrocannabinol - ANSWER - Psychoactive chemical in cannabis which
causes its mood altering effects. Hash oil contains up to 60% where as marijuana
contains 7-15%.
Alcohol - ANSWER - A sedative that depresses the central nervous system. Effects
include lowering of inhibitions relaxation & inhibition of good judgement decreased
reaction time & fine muscle coordination.
Short-term effect of PCP - ANSWER - Effects vary greatly from person to person
because it can act as both a stimulant & depressant. Some find it difficult to concentrate
& communicate. Some have a sense of separation from surroundings, confusion, unreal
perceptions of time, space & body images.
Long-term effects of PCP - ANSWER - Known effects include speech problems memory
loss depression & anxiety. Flashbacks can occur days or even months after use which
may include hallucinations & sensations felt during use.
Short-term effects of LSD - ANSWER - Effects begin w/in a few minutes & can last as
long as 12 hours. Sight hearing & taste can be affected. Causes increase in blood
pressure dialated pupils nausea chills & fever numbness & rapid heart beat. Long-term
memory is exceptionally clear & strong while short-term memory is almost non-existent.
Long-term effects of LSD - ANSWER - Effects are most often manifested in flashbacks
where all of the short-term effects are experienced all over again. Heavy users are
characterized by apathy no interest in the future very little patience or ability to cope
with frustration. Also run the risk of developing chronic psychosis.
Short-term effects of Tranquilizer use - ANSWER - Effects include reduced anxiety
tensoin calmness drowsiness slight problems w/ memory & thinking. Fatigue reduced
inhibition & clumsiness have also been noted.
