2: alcohol Flashcards
1
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alcohol abuse: definition
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consuming alcohol in excessive amounts, on an individual occasion or can be more than once
2
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alcohol dependence: definition
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A chronic disease characterised by uncontrolled drinking, and an adaptive state associated with withdrawal symptoms
3
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alcoholism: definition
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The habit of overconsumption of alcohol on a regular basis
4
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what is a standard drink? (Australia)
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10 g (12.5ml) of pure alcohol
5
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safe drinking level
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- No more than 4 standard drinks per occasion
- No more than 10 standard drinks per week
- women have a different safe drinking level than men
6
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alcohol tolerance
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Consumption of prolonged alcohol will eventually produce less effect
7
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what is the type of alcohol in alcoholic drinks?
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ethanol
8
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negative effects of alcohol consumption: physical & mental
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- cancer
- cardiomyopathy
- inflammation of the pancreas
- dementia
9
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what is binge drinking?
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more than 4 standard drinks at one occasion
10
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alcohol and cancer
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- cancers of the mouth, throat, voice box, and esophagus: damage to the linings, and helps toxic chemicals get in
- liver cancer: Regular, heavy alcohol use can damage the liver, leading to inflammation and scarring
- Colon and rectal cancer
- breast cancer: Alcohol can raise estrogen levels in the body
