NACA Animal Control Officers Practice Test

What type of drugs are considered SCHEDULE IV?

1. Drugs with no accepted medical use

2. Drugs that cause severe psychological dependence

3. Drugs with lower potential for abuse than SCHEDULE I-III

4. Drugs that can be used without any restriction

The correct answer is: Drugs with lower potential for abuse than SCHEDULE I-III

Drugs classified as SCHEDULE IV have a lower potential for abuse compared to those in SCHEDULES I-III. This classification indicates that while these substances can still lead to physical or psychological dependence, the risks associated with their use are generally less severe. SCHEDULE IV drugs are often prescribed for medical purposes, such as anxiety or sleep disorders, and they are monitored to ensure they are used safely. In contrast, drugs without accepted medical use are categorized as SCHEDULE I, while those that cause severe psychological dependence fall into SCHEDULE II or III, which have a higher potential for abuse. The option indicating that drugs can be used without any restriction pertains to substances that are not controlled, which does not apply to SCHEDULE IV. Thus, the defining characteristic of SCHEDULE IV drugs is their classification as having lower potential for abuse while still being reserved for medical use under regulation.