Which of the Following Patients Would the EMT Recognize as a Drug

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following patients would the EMT recognize as a drug abuser?

• A) A 41-year-old male who tried marijuana for the first time
• B) A 39-year-old female who takes pain medications even though she is not in pain
• C) A 46-year-old female who used cocaine for 10 years but has not used it in 5 years
• D) A 56-year-old male who accidentally took an additional dose of blood pressure medication

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Definitions:

Facial Feedback

The hypothesis that facial movements can influence emotional experiences, suggesting that smiling can make one feel happier.

Positive Feelings

Emotions and feelings that are pleasant or beneficial in nature, such as happiness, joy, and contentment.

Prefrontal Cortex

The part of the frontal lobes of the brain involved in decision making, problem-solving, control of purposeful behaviors, consciousness, and emotions.

Amygdala

A part of the brain involved in experiencing emotions, particularly fear and pleasure.