Drugs Flashcards
What does exercise decrease?
Exercise decreases the risk of a heart attack.
What is the addictive substance in tobacco smoke?
Nicotine is the addictive substance in tobacco smoke.
Which of the main substances in tobacco smoke causes cancer?
Tar is one of the main substances in tobacco smoke that causes cancer.
Which statement about drugs is correct?
Alcohol and tobacco are legal drugs.
Which part of the gas exchange system does asthma affect?
The bronchioles are affected during an asthma attack.
What happens to the bronchioles during an asthma attack?
During an asthma attack the muscles in the lining of bronchioles contract.
Which of these is an example of a stimulant?
Caffeine is a stimulant.
Which drug is illegal?
Heroin is an illegal drug.
Which drug is a depressant?
Alcohol is a depressant.
What can be a long term effect of excessive alcohol?
Weight gain can be a long term effect of excessive alcohol.
