CNS stimulant use Flashcards
1
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Induce stimulation by augmentation or potentiation of the neurotransmitters norepinephrine, epinephrine, or dopamine
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Psychomotor stimulants
2
Q
Exert their action directly on cellular activity. Includes caffeine and nocotine
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General cellular stimulant
3
Q
Most potent stimulant derived from nature.
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Cocaine
4
Q
Tremor, restlessness, anorexia, insomnia, agitation, and increased motor activity.
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Effects of CNS stimulants
5
Q
CNS stimulants ( ) sexual urges in both men and women
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increases
6
Q
CNS stimulants ( ) GI motility and commonly results in ( )
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decreases, constipation
7
Q
CNS stimulant affects on the heart
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increased BP, heart rate, and cardiac arrhythmias.
