Controlled Substances Quiz, Nu 578 U2 With Complete Solution

Effects of Ecstasy {Ans: Seizures, arrhythmias, paranoia, panic, bruxism, hyperthermia Permanent brain damage with long-term use}Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (ECSTASY) {Ans: Schedule 1 Central Nervous Stimulant & Hallucinogen High lasts 3-6 hours Costs approx. $25 per pill Dose 80-100 mg of MDMA (plus binder) Marketed with colorful designer logos targeting youth}Activates the pleasure center in the brain more than any other drug {Ans: Cocaine}Increase heart rate Increase blood pressure Increase respiration, body temp. Suppress appetite Cause euphoria; hypervigilance/paranoia Sensitivity to light/dilated pupils {Ans: All Stimulants}Severe Crack overdose {Ans: Severe overdose- hyperpyrexia, seizures, chest pain, dysrhythmias, stroke - Symptoms usually subside in 1-2hrs}Inhalation of Vapor: (Smoking) {Ans: 10-30 seconds to effect the CNS}