Alcohol
Alcohol affects men and women the same
True or False
False, alcohol has a higher affect on women due to generally lower body mass and less water
Marijuana is not addicting in any way
true or false
False, Although marijuana is not chemically addictive and the body may go through minimal or no withdrawals, it is psychologically addictive and may notice rebound effects.
Cigarette smoking kills approximately how many in the US every year?
approximately 500 thousand (480,000 in 2017)
2 places where caffeine can be found
coffee
energy drinks
tea
cola
Opiates were designed for _____-term use in the treatment of pain.
Short
older/younger people affected more by alcohol
Older: aging decreases the ability for the body to break down alcohol as well as being more likely to take medications that interact with medications.
Marijuana causes this when used during pregnancy/early childhood
developmental delay.
This chemical in tobacco is generally considered to be the most addicting aspect.
Nicotine
True or False
there is caffeine in decaf coffee
yes, a small amount, but still creates stimulation.
This medication is the antidote to opioids
Narcan/naloxone
Alcohol's affect on hydration of the human body.
Dehydrating. Alcohol acts as a diuretic, and therefore decreases amount of water as well as electrolytes in the body.
manic symptoms.
True or False
Nicotine affects the absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination of medications.
False, many other chemicals in tobacco affect medications, nicotine having only a small part.
Caffeine should be stopped __________ if you find it may have a negative effect on your medications.
slowly and with the help of a physician.
This medication is indicated for treatment of opioid dependence
Vivitrol/naltrexone
Methadone/Suboxone
One of many medications that contains alcohol
Examples:
Benedryl 14%
Listerine 26%
Dramamine 5%
Tylenol Liquid 8.5%
true/false - marijuana is associated with other substance use and medical issues
True- outside of increased accessability to other drugs, marijuana is associated with higher use of tobacco products and are more likely to be overweight.
One alternative to tobacco use
patch
gum
electronic cigarette
medication
Caffeine can have a positive effect, when used in small quantities on this.
mental alertness
What should you do if someone appears to be unresponsive, has small pupils, blue skin/nails and slow/shallow breathing
call 911
The best way to prevent alcohol related side effects.
Abstinence
This type of marijuana is available in much higher concentrations and can further increase risk factor.
Marijuana concentrate or "DABS"
This person should be contacted when you stop or restart smoking
your doctor.
True or false
Caffeine is safe to use in any dose or extended periods.
False
Excess/extended use can cause nervousness, insomnia, restlessness and many others.
True or False
There is always help for substance addition
True, for yourself or anybody else.