Which Alternative Correctly Pairs a Class of Psychoactive Drugs with Its

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which alternative correctly pairs a class of psychoactive drugs with its general effects on thought and behavior

• A)hallucinogens -- alter sensation and perception
• B)stimulants - slow many body functions
• C)opioids -- enhanced mood; increased energy
• D)depressants - produce hallucinations

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Definitions:

Hematocrit

The proportion of blood volume that is occupied by red blood cells, a key measure of blood health.

RBCs

Short for Red Blood Cells, they are cells in the blood that carry oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and carbon dioxide back to the lungs.

Hemoglobin

A red protein responsible for transporting oxygen in the blood of vertebrates.

Erythrocytosis

An abnormal increase in the number of red blood cells in the bloodstream, often enhancing blood viscosity.