NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
TOXICOLOGY
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Question
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There are ____ categories of controlled substances in the USA.
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7
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5
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2
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unmlimited
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Controlled substances include opioids, stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens, and anabolic steroids.
Detailed explanation-2: -Schedule V drugs, substances, or chemicals are defined as drugs with lower potential for abuse than Schedule IV and consist of preparations containing limited quantities of certain narcotics. Schedule V drugs are generally used for antidiarrheal, antitussive, and analgesic purposes.
Detailed explanation-3: -There are 5 basic types of controlled substances, including hallucinogens, anabolic steroids, narcotics, depressants, and stimulants.
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