Summative Test in Health (Drug Education)

I. Identification: Read each statement carefully and look for the correct answer on the box below.
Drug Abuse Drugs Drug Tolerance
Stimulants Depressants Hallucinogens
Drug Dependency Narcotics Drug Misuse
Withdrawal Syndrome Inhalants Drugs of Abuse
Barbiturate Gateaway Drugs Caffeine
1. Any substance or a chemical which has a physiological effect when ingested or otherwise
introduced into the body.
2. The habitual taking of addictive or illegal drugs.
3. A cluster of psychological, behavioral and cognitive phenomena of variable intensity in which the
use of a drug takes on a high priority thereby creating a strong desire to take the substance.
4. A condition of the body to adapt to the effects of substances to the body thus requiring an even
larger amount of the substance to experience the same physiological and mental effect
experienced when taking the smaller dosage.
5. The use of a drugs or substance for purposes for which it was not intended or using a drug in
excessive quantities.
6. Drug that speeds up any bodily function, but more specifically those that stimulate the brain and
central nervous system.
7. A type of drug which distorts reality and facts and it affects all the senses that makes a users see,
hear and feel things that doesn’t exist in the time being.
8. Drug that slows down the function of the central nervous system.
9. Substance that are found in ordinary household chemical products (acetone, rugby, paint etc.)
and anesthetics.
10. These are drugs which relieve severe pain like cancer and induce sleepiness.
11. In the Philippines these are Shabu, Marijuana & Inhalants.
12. The uncomfortable response of the body as it abruptly stop of long & continued use of illegal
drugs that includes irritability, shaking, anxiety, sweating, vomiting etc.
13. These are cigarette and alcohol that are legal drugs but considered dangerous especially to
teenagers, which can lead to use of other drugs like shabu and marijuana.
14. Common substance found in coffee, chocolate, tea etc.
15. Medically this drug is used to treat patient with anxiety, insomnia and epilepsy.

II. Multiple Type: Read each question and choose letter of the best answer.
1. Generally, what is the medical use of Narcotic drugs?
a. Antihistamine b. Analgesic c. Anesthetics d. Sedative
2. Why is it that some drugs are strictly restricted by authorities in terms of dispense and use?
a. Due to the potential of abusing it c. abuser tend to do crimes
b. High possibility of developing dependency d. all choices are correct
3. Why is it that Cigarette and alcoholic beverages are called Gateway Drugs?
a. Because they will experience feeling of euphoria
b. Because these are sold outside school
c. Because whoever tries can lead him to more dangerous drugs
d. All answer are correct
4. What does a drug addict experience when he or she abruptly stops taking drugs?
a. Withdrawal Syndrome b. Euphoria c. Dependence d. Tolerance
5. Which of the following is a consequence of exchanging used syringes or needle by using illegal
drugs by most addicts?
a. Acquired diseases like AIDS & Gonorrhea c. Cancer & Malnutrition
b. Acquired diseases like Herpes & Syphilis d. All of the choices
 6. According to study, common reason among the young people’s use and abuse of drugs are due
to ____________.
a. Pressure from peers c. Relief from chronic disease
b. Form of escape from problems d. curiosity
7. What is the most effective way to save a life of a drug abuser?
a. Submit him to a rehabilitation institution c. encourage him to play sport
b. Let him realize that life is important d. convinced him not to take drugs
8. Most road accidents are associated with alcohol intake. What happened to the body when a
person took a certain amount of alcohol?
a. The body is numb due to the alcohol that poison the cells
b. The person fells dizzy because vomiting empties the stomach
c. Alcohol depresses the function of the central nervous system
d. All of the choices
9. Which statement is true about smoking cigarette?
a. It relieves stress b. It lessens anxiety c. it burns calories d. it has no medical use at all
10. Which of the following classification of drugs produces profound distortion of a person’s
perception of reality?
a. Depressants b. Narcotics c. Stimulants d. Hallucinogens
11. What negative effect of drug abuse is commonly experienced in a community?
a. Loss of personal hygiene c. Difficulty in keeping in keeping job
b. Neglected responsibilities d. Increase incidence of crimes
12. Which government agency establishes programs on drug prevention and control throughout the
country? a. NBI b. DOH c. PDEA d. DDB
13. HIV or AIDS has been associated but not interrelated to drug user. Which is not a mode of
transmission of the diseases?
a. Unprotected sexual intercourse c. blood transfusion
b. Sharing of needles through drug use d. kissing
14. Which is not a long term effect of Cigarette in a user?
a. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease c. Halitosis or bad breath
b. Atherosclerosis d. Cancer of the mouth, throat, skin, lungs
15. How will you protect yourself from the possible abuse of dangerous drugs now that you have
learned the hazards of it?
a. Have a circle of well-known friend c. be involved in worthwhile activities
b. Keep a busy life d. be a party goer

III. Essay (10 points)

1. In your own little way, how will you best apply your knowledge about Prevention of Substance
Use and Abuse especially the young ones today in your community or the country as a whole?

2. Why is it that drug addiction in the Philippines is still rampant despite the moves of the
government in the fight against this global and perennial problem?