Quiz 15 (Chapter 7, pp 190-196)

Question 1

A phenomenon in which a drug user requires more and more of a drug to reach a “high”

Answer 1

tolerance

Question 2

drugs that affect the brain and mind

Answer 2

psychoactive

Question 3

Medicines that kill pathogens in minor open wounds to prevent infection

Answer 3

antiseptics

Question 4

Medicines that cause the loss of feeling

Answer 4

anesthetics

Question 5

A substance that alters the function of the body in some way

Answer 5

drug

Question 6

Over-the-counter drugs that block the action of histamine, reducing inflammation and allergic reactions

Answer 6

antihistamines

Question 7

Common prescription drugs that stop the growth of bacteria

Answer 7

antibiotics

Question 8

Medicines that reduce pain but do not cause loss of other skin senses

Answer 8

analgesics

Question 9

Over-the-counter drugs that help clear stuffy sinuses and nasal passages

Answer 9

decongestants

Question 10

A condition in which a drug user becomes unable to function normally without a drug

Answer 10

dependence