Paco has come to depend on heroin to be able to function normally. A few weeks ago, he attempted to cut himself off, but he experienced severe sweating and diarrhea. Paco’s case illustrates which of the following concepts?

A. drug overdose
B. withdrawal symptoms
C. drug tolerance
D. psychological dependence


B. withdrawal symptoms

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Nicotine-substitution drug products such as nicotine transdermal patches and nicotine gum were developed to help people

a. avoid cancers. b. avoid yellow teeth. c. manage weight. d. quit smoking.

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Which type of drug has never played a role in health care?

A. stimulants B. depressants C. opiates D. inhalants

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The term for inflammation of the upper female genital tract is ________________ ________________ __________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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In which disease do African American children show higher rates of the disease compared to Caucasian children?

A) chickenpox B) food allergies C) asthma D) tetanus

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