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A class of substances producing feelings of well being, wakefulness and increased energy is:

A.

Inhalants

B.

PCP'S

C.

stimulants

D.

hypnotics

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Inhalants:
These may produce a brief euphoric effect, but they primarily depress the CNS and can cause confusion, dizziness, or death.

B. PCP's:
PCP is a dissociative hallucinogen and does not produce stimulation or energy-it can cause detachment and aggressive behavior.

C. stimulants:
Stimulants (e.g., amphetamines, cocaine) increase CNS activity, producing energy, euphoria, and alertness.

D. hypnotics:
These are CNS depressants used to induce sleep and relaxation—not wakefulness or energy.


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. The right to receive information necessary to give informed consent prior to the start of any procedure and/or treatment
Patients have a legal and ethical right to informed consent.

B. The right to reasonable continuity of care
Continuity ensures safe and consistent treatment, especially during transitions in care.

C. The right to have all medical care paid for. While patients have the right to receive care, there is no legal or ethical guarantee that it will be paid for, unless covered by insurance or another program.

D. The right to contact an attorney
Patients, especially those in psychiatric or legal custody, have the right to legal representation.

Correct Answer is ["C","D","E"]

Explanation

A. Marijuana has a high level of addictive possibility
Marijuana has low to moderate addictive potential, but not high compared to drugs like heroin or cocaine.

B. It's okay to drive when using marijuana.
Marijuana impairs coordination and reaction time, making it unsafe and illegal to drive.

C. Laws related to who can grow and distribute marijuana vary in each state
Marijuana laws in the U.S. vary widely by state regarding cultivation, sale, and possession.

D. Marijuana affects the area of the brain that controls nausea and vomiting
THC affects the chemoreceptor trigger zone and has antiemetic properties, often used in cancer or HIV patients.

E. Regular marijuana use can lead to reduced IQ scores and poorer school performance
Especially in adolescents, long-term marijuana use is associated with reduced cognitive performance and academic issues.

F. Marijuana is safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
THC crosses the placenta and enters breast milk, and its use during pregnancy is not considered safe due to possible impacts on fetal development.

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