Chapter 13, Nicotine and Caffeine Flashcards
1
Q
Tobacco is what type of drug?
A
Stimulant
2
Q
Route of Administration of Tobacco
A
Smoked
absorbed through skin and mucosal. membranes of mouth and nose
3
Q
Duration of effect of Tobacco
A
short- 2 hr half-life
4
Q
Neurotransmitter affected by Tobacco
A
Acetylcholine
5
Q
Tolerance to Tobacco
A
moderate/high
6
Q
the physical dependence on Tobacco
A
moderate/high
7
Q
The psychological dependence on Tobacco
A
moderate/high
8
Q
Withdrawal symptoms of Tobacco
A
- craving
- irritability
- headaches
- increased appetite
- abnormal sleep
9
Q
The desired effects of stimulants
A