Prescription Drug Abuse Quiz

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The Truth About Prescription Drugs

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‏58 min

‏5 Lessons

Prescription drugs are safe for anyone because they are prescribed by a doctor 1 Prescription drugs are only safe for the individuals who actually have the prescriptions for them and no one else, and only when taken following the doctor’s instructions. It’s actually False. Prescription drugs are only safe for the individuals who actually have the prescriptions for them and no one else, and only when taken following the doctor’s instructions. What can happen if sedatives or tranquilizers are taken with alcohol? 2 It can slow breathing and the heart, and even lead to death. It can slow breathing and the heart, and even lead to death. Why does “roofies” or Rohypnol have the reputation of a “date rape” drug? 0 The user experiences loss of muscle control and confusion, making him or her incapable of resisting. The user experiences loss of muscle control and confusion, making him or her incapable of resisting. Opioids and morphine derivatives can result in physical dependence and addiction. 0 Continued use or abuse of opioids can result in physical dependence and addiction. The body adapts to the presence of the drug and withdrawal symptoms occur if use is reduced or stopped. It’s actually True. Continued use or abuse of opioids can result in physical dependence and addiction. The body adapts to the presence of the drug and withdrawal symptoms occur if use is reduced or stopped. Why are some drugs referred to as “depressants”? 3 Depressants slow down or depress brain function and breathing. Depressants slow down or depress brain function and breathing. What are some of the side-effects of anti-depressants? 2 Some of the side-effects of anti-depressants are violent or suicidal thoughts and actions. Some of the side-effects of anti-depressants are violent or suicidal thoughts and actions.

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Prescription drugs are safe for anyone because they are prescribed by a doctor

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