Toxicology

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What is toxicology?

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The study of the adverse effects of chemicals on living organisms.

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What can make it difficult to diagnose poisoning?

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The symptoms may be similar to those of a disease.

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What are amphetamines classified as?

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Stimulants.

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What is a hallucinogen?

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A substance that induces changes in mood, attitude, thought processes, and perceptions.

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What classification of drug distorts perception?

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Hallucinogens.

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What is a presumptive test?

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A test used as initial screening to indicate if a suspected drug is present; it is cheap, easy, and less accurate.

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What are narcotics?

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Drugs that relieve pain and can induce sleep.

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What are depressants?

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Substances that reduce the activity of the central nervous system.

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What is the role of a confirmatory test in toxicology?

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To accurately identify the specific drug present after a presumptive test.

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What are psychoactive drugs?

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Substances that affect the mind and behavior.