Who took medicine correctly?
True or False?
Critical Thinking
Negative Effects
Using Medicine Safely
100
Braylen was prescribed medication for depression. He told his mom he is feeling better and wants to stop taking the medicine. His mom tells him he must continue to take the medicine, and only his doctor can stop or change his medicine. Braylen agrees to keep taking his medicine. Did Braylen make a good choice?
Yes, only stop taking medicine if you talk to your doctor.
100
True or False?
Prescription drugs are safer to abuse than street drugs because a doctor prescribes them.
False, prescription drugs are just as dangerous to abuse as street drugs.
100
Miguel was at a friend’s house with kids he didn’t know very well. Some of the kids disappeared for a while. When they came back, Miguel thought there was something wrong with them. They were confused about where they were and what they were doing there. One of the kids said he was dizzy and grabbed the counter so he didn’t fall. Miguel also noticed their speech was slurred. Did they abuse over-the-counter cough medicine or prescription pain relievers?
Confusion, slurred speech and dizziness are signs of Over-the-counter cough medicine abuse.
100
What is one negative effect of using drugs?
Addiction, death, illness, loss of goals, get in trouble with family, friends, school and the law.
100
Name one way to keep small children and pets safe from medication.
Lock up the medication and keep it out of reach of pets and small children.
200
Mike has an ear-ache. He doesn’t want to bother his mom, so he decides to take an over-the counter medicine to stop the pain. According to the label on the bottle, Mike should take 1 tablet every four to six hours. He takes 3 tablets to be sure it cures his earache. Did Mike make a good choice?
No, you should always follow the directions and talk to an adult you trust before taking prescription medicines.
200
True or False?
Because prescription are prescribed by a doctor, they cannot be addictive.
False, prescription medicines can be addictive.
200
Why is it important to tell your doctor about any medical conditions you have and all the medications you take, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, and dietary supplements?
You need to tell a doctor what medicines you take so that he can prescribe medicine safely and make sure that you are not mixing medicines that are dangerous together.
200
What are 2 negative effects of abusing prescription depressants?
Confusion, Decreased heart rate, Drowsiness, Slow brain function, Slowed breathing, Slurred speech, Vomiting
200
If you are at the doctor and he prescribes a medicine, but you are confused on what it is or how to take it, what should you do?
Always ask the doctor questions so you know exactly how and when to take medicine.
300
Ken has a bad cold and cough. He takes the over-the-counter medicine his mom gives him. She read the label and gave him the correct amount. Did Ken take the medicine the correct way?
Yes, Ken spoke to this mother and took the correct amount.
300
True or False?
Prescription stimulants and pain relievers can have effects on the body similar to the effects of abusing street drugs like cocaine and heroin.
True
300
What would you say to someone who asked you for pills that were prescribed only for you?
Say no using your peer pressure refusal skills
300
What are two of the effects of Prescription Stimulant abuse?
Difficulty breathing, Difficulty sleeping, Dry mouth, Increased heart rate, Nausea, Seizures, Sweating
300
If you are unsure of what dose of medicine you should take, what should you do?
Ask an adult or read the directions on the label.
400
When Stacy had her wisdom teeth pulled, she woke up during the night in a lot of pain. She took two pain pills instead of one as the doctor had prescribed. Did Stacy take medicine correctly?
No, you should always follow the directions when you take medicine.
400
True or False?
When prescription pain relievers are taken as prescribed by a medical professional, they are relatively safe and are helpful at reducing severe pain.
True
400
At a party a friend offers you alcohol and a pill. What would you do, and why?
You can use peer pressure refusal skills because mixing alcohol and drugs is a deadly combination.
400
Name 3 negative consequences could result from misusing prescription or over-the-counter drugs.
Addiction, legal problems, loss of friends, decline in grades, conflicts, with family and friends, failure to reach one’s goals
400
If you have pain, would you take acetaminophen or antihistamine?
Acetaminophen (aspirin or Tylenol) are used to relieve pain. Antihistamines are used for allergies.
500
Tanisha’s cough is getting worse. She woke up during the night coughing and couldn’t stop. She went to the medicine cabinet and drank cough medicine straight from the bottle. Did Tanisha take medicine correctly?
No, you should always talk to an adult and measure and take the correct dosage of medication.
500
True or False?
Over-the-counter medicines have fewer risks and side effects than prescription medicines or street drugs.
False. Abusing any medicine is just as dangerous as abusing street drugs.
500
Explain why the following statement is a myth: Prescription drugs come from a doctor and a pharmacy, so they must be safe.
Prescriptions are prescribed for people based on their age, weight, symptoms, allergies and other medications. What is safe for one person may be very dangerous for someone else.
500
Name three negative effects of abusing prescription pain relievers.
Decreased heart rate, Drowsiness, Constipation, Poor coordination, Slowed breathing, Itchy skin, Unconsciousness
500
What does this sticker mean?
Mr. Yuk, or similar stickers, let young people know when medicines or substances are dangerous.