alcohol quiz Flashcards
Alcoholism:
Dependency on alcohol
Blackout:
Period of time a person can’t remember
Cirrhosis:
Scarring of liver tissue
BAC:
Amount of alcohol in blood
Oxidation:
Alcohol is turned to CO2 and H2O (in liver)
Depressant
Slows down Central Nervous System
List four factors that impact BAC:
Body size, how much, how fast,tolerance, gender,food in stomach, mixing, mood
List two ways that alcohol damages the body:
Can cause cirrhosis of the liver, impacts the brain
Why does alcohol impact teens even more than adults?
Their brain isn’t fully developed
What are two signs that a person has a problem with alcohol?
The are addicted, they binge drink, they mix alcohol and drugs, it interferes with their life
What are two steps/strategies to making good decisions about alcohol?
Think about the pros and cons, think about the consequences, ask yourself if decision is safe
What impairments make drinking and driving dangerous?
slowed reflexes, impaired vision, loss of coordination, brain
What is the zero tolerance law?
If you are driving under 21 you aren’t allowed any BAC while driving
What is the BAC for a DWI charge?
.08 and higher
How do we know a website is reliable?
It is up to date, .org or.gov, expert author
Fill in the blanks:
5oz. Wine =(——- oz. Beer) = (——– oz. Hard Liquor)
12 oz of beer and 1.5 oz hard liquor
What are three ways to get help for an alcohol problem?
support group like AA(alcoholics anonymous), Alanon, Alateen, rehab, Ms. Geider, she is the student assistance counselor
What is the most important message from the alcohol unit?
Don’t drink under 21, when over 21, drink responsibly, get help for an alcohol problem
What should you do if someone overdoses on alcohol? List 2 actions to take
Put them on their side, call 911, stay with them, no food or drink
Bonus:
What is the only way to sober up after drinking? (besides charcoal)
TIME!!!!!
