Alcohol

Question 1

Cirrhosis

Answer 1

Scarring of the liver - irreversible

Question 2

Oxidation

Answer 2

Breaking down alcohol molecules into water, carbon dioxide & energy

Question 3

Binge drinking

Answer 3

Consumption of large amounts of alcohol in a short amount of time (one sitting)

Question 4

Fatty liver

Answer 4

A condition in which fat builds up in the liver and cannot be broken down - reversible IF the person stops drinking

Question 5

Bacchus Maneuver

Answer 5

Steps taken to help ensure safety of a person who has consumed too much alcohol

Question 6

Depressant

Answer 6

A drug that slows the central nervous system (brain)

Question 7

Tolerance

Answer 7

When more of a substance is needed to feel the same effects one used to with less of the substance.

Question 8

Liver

Answer 8

Only organ in the body that can process drugs (including alcohol)

Question 9

BAC

Answer 9

The amount of alcohol in the bloodstream - blood alcohol concentration

Question 10

0.08

Answer 10

Legal limit for alcohol in the bloodstream (if 21 years or older) - especially applies to operation of machinery (including driving a car)

Question 11

One Hour

Answer 11

The approximate amount of time it takes the liver to process one serving of alcohol.

Question 12

5 Ounces

Answer 12

One serving of wine

Question 13

12 Ounces

Answer 13

One serving of beer

Question 14

1.5 Ounces

Answer 14

One serving of liquor

Question 15

First step of bacchus maneuver

Answer 15

Raise closest arm above head

Question 16

Second step of bacchus maneuver

Answer 16

Roll person onto their SIDE

Question 17

Third step of bacchus maneuver

Answer 17

Tuck other hand under their cheek.

Question 18

Final step of bacchus maneuver

Answer 18

Check on person often. If breathing slows to 1/10 seconds - MUST call 911!