A Man Presents with Drowsiness, Constipation, Nausea, and Decreased Respiration

question 11

Multiple Choice

A man presents with drowsiness, constipation, nausea, and decreased respiration. He cannot feel a pinprick on his arm. Given these physiological effects, what substance is he likely to be abusing?

• A) An opiate
• B) An opioid
• C) A nonbarbiturate sedative
• D) A barbiturate sedative

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Definitions:

Limited Jurisdiction Courts

Courts that have authority over specific types of cases, often with restrictions on the geographical area, monetary limits, or subject matter.

Abuse of Discretion

Occurs when a decision is made by a court or public official that is arbitrary, unreasonable, or not based upon legal principles.

State Supreme Courts

The highest judicial bodies within the individual states in the United States of America, responsible for overseeing and ruling on matters of state law.

Subject Matter Jurisdiction

The power of a court to hear a particular type of case.