Identify the category of drugs will cause a person to be fidgety, jumpy, wide awake. Stimulants
This category of drugs slows down the CNS. Depressants
Identify the category of drug causes visual disturbances and sensory illusions. Hallucinogens
Identify the category of drugs includes powerful and highly addictive pain killers. Opiates/Narcotics
Explain the risk of mixing two drugs together? Multiplier effect. The combination of two drugs mixed together is greater than the effect of each drug used individually. The multiplier effect can lead to death/illness.
Can list the signs of drug dependency. Using more of the drug to get the same effect. Changes in mood and behavior. Withdrawal from friends and family.
Can describe and give an example of tolerance. A person needs to drink more alcohol each time in order to get the same effect.
Can describe and give an example of withdrawal. Tremors. Headache, nausea, vomiting. Hallucinations. May feel cold.
Identify the drug that is linked to more automobile accidents than any other. Alcohol
Identify the BAC level of intoxication for DWI. DWI =.08 or higher
Can describe the Zero Tolerance law and it’s penalties Applies to any one 21 years of age or younger. BAC License suspended for six months and pay a civil penalty of $125. You must pay an additional $100 fee in order to have your license reinstated. License suspended 1 year or until the age of 21 which ever is longer.
Identify the rate of oxidation of alcohol and what organ oxidizes the alcohol. ½ ounce per hour, this equals one drink. One drink is 1 beer, 6 ounces of wine, 1 mixed drink made from 60 proof alcohol.
Describe the signs of alcohol overdose and what a person should do. Unconscious Weak rapid heart beat Cold clammy skin Irregular breathing pattern Call 911
The active chemical in Marijuana THC
The effect of nicotine on blood pressure. Increases blood pressure leading to the disease arteriole sclerosis
Describe the dangers of smokeless tobacco. Oral Cancer (mouth, throat, gums) Addictive NOT less harmful than smoking
Addictive chemical in tobacco. Nicotine
Identify the disease that is due to damaged alveoli. Emphysema
Describe effective methods to quit smoking Fade – cut down gradually. Smoking cessation support group. Medication – Patch
The organ that breaks down alcohol Liver