Regarding Barbiturates, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 129

Multiple Choice

Regarding barbiturates, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Mild doses of barbiturates have an effect similar to caffeinism.
• B)Higher doses barbiturates cause severe mental confusion or even hallucinations.
• C)Overdoses first cause a loss of consciousness and then the brain centers that control heartbeat and breathing are severely depressed with the result being death.
• D)Barbiturates are often taken in excess amounts because the first dose may be followed by others as the user becomes uninhibited and forgetful.

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