NC BLET 2020 Controlled Substance fully solved graded A+

NC BLET 2020 Controlled SubstanceWhat are Narcotics/Opioids (Opiates)? - correct answers A class of drugs that act on the central nervous system CNS, and can produce a sleep-like state and reduce pain or inflammation. -Physically and psychologically addictive, normally ingested as a pill What are some examples of Narcotics? - correct answers Heroin, morphine, opium, codeine, Oxycontin, hydrocodone, Dilaudid and Demerol What is the difference between Opiates and Opioids? - correct answers Opiates- natural pain remedy derived from the opium poppy ie. heroin, morphine Opioids- Synthetic or semi-synthetic drugs that are manufactured to be similar to Opiates. ie. Percocet, Dilaudid What is a Stimulant? - correct answers A drug that increases the action of the central nervous system, the heart, and other organs. -may or may not be physically and psychologically addicting, found in powders and pills. The most common is cocaine. What is a Depressant? - correct answers Drugs that inhibit the function of the central nervous system CNS and are among the most widely used in the world. produce drowsiness, relaxation, decreased inhibition. -may have the potential to become addictive, most common is alcohol. other examples: valium, xanax What is a Hallucinogen? - correct answers Drugs that can alter perception and have the ability to induce intense emotional feelings and cause hallucinations. - can be man-made or occur naturally, ie. LSD, psilocybin mushrooms, PCP What is an Inhalant? - correct answers Products that are easily purchased and ingested by sniffing, inhaling or huffing fumes or gases into their mouth or nose, and they fall into 4 categories: 1. Solvents- liquids that become gas at room temp. 2. Aerosol sprays- discharged from pressurized containers 3. Gases- butane lighters, whipped cream aerosol. 4. Nitrates- common household products or prescribed What is Cannabis? - correct answers aka Marijuana, the dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds from the hemp plant, cannabis sativa, THC is the main ingredient giving the high effect -THC can also extracted into oils or resin, aka hash. What are Synthetic drugs? - correct answers man-made drugs, these include K-2 or spice, and bath salts. Can cause psychoactive effects to the user, similar to stimulants and hallucinogens. How are drugs rated in North Carolina? - correct answers Drugs are placed into schedules, or groups depending on the level of danger, risk of addiction, and medical uses for each particular substance. Rated from schedule I to VI, schedule I being the most dangerous. NC Schedule I drugs: - correct answers -High potential for abuse -No accepted medical use -Lack of accepted safety for use in treatment ie. LSD, MDMA, Heroin, Bath Salts NC Schedule II drugs: - correct answers -High potential for abuse -Accepted medical use -Abuse may lead to severe dependance ie. Opium, Cocaine, Ritalin, Dilaudid, Morphine NC Schedule III drugs: - correct answers -Potential for abuse -Accepted medical use -Abuse may lead to moderate or low dependence ie. Hydrocodone, Ketamine, Steriods