Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Quiz

Which of the following is a potential side effect of stimulants?

All of the above

Which statement about the legal risks of misusing prescription drugs is TRUE?

You can get a DUI for driving under the influence of prescription drugs

Which of the following areas of the brain influence addiction?

All of the above

In the context of drug addiction, "tolerance" refers to:

Needing more of a drug to get the same effect

Which of the following is typically NOT found on a prescription label:

Hospital of prescribing doctor

Prescription medications should be stored in a:

Cool, dry place

Which of the following is NOT a way to properly dispose of prescription medications?

Donate to homeless shelters

Using a prescription drug recreationally is considered:

Abuse

Which of the following is a general warning sign that a friend may be struggling with drug abuse?

All of the above

While waiting for help to arrive for someone who is experiencing an overdose, it's important to:

Start CPR if breathing stops

What category of drugs does Adderall fall under?

Stimulant

Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of stimulants?

Depressed heart rate

Which of the following statements about lying to your doctor to obtain a prescription is TRUE?

Both A and B

The single factor that predicts whether or not a person will develop addiction is:

None of the above

Who can legally and safely use a prescribed drug?

Only the person to whom it was prescribed

Which of the following is a sign of stimulant abuse?

Aggression

Which of the following is a sign of opiate overdose?

All of the above

What is the first step you should take if someone is making unfamiliar noises while sleeping?

Try to wake them up

Who is NOT a good resource to talk to if you think you might have a problem with drugs?

The person who gives or sells you drugs

Good Samaritan Laws:

All of the above

A sign that you may need help with addiction is:

You spend a lot of time thinking about how to get more drugs and when you will take them next