Risky Behavior

Question 1

During pregnancy, if a woman drinks alcohol, alcohol passes through the ________ to the __________.

Answer 1

1. Bloodstream 2.Fetus

Question 2

What is a stimulant?

Answer 2

Psychoactive drugs that speeds up the central nervous system

Question 3

What are some negative effects of marijuana use?

Answer 3

Can slow mental reflexes and cause sudden feelings of anxiety and paranoia

Question 4

What are some long term effects to a fetus from a mother using alcohol and/or drugs?

Answer 4

Small head and facial features, hand & feet deformities
Heart, liver, kidney defects
Vision and hearing problems
Physical and mental impairment
Difficulty learning and short attention span
Hyperactivity, anxiety issues, social withdrawal

Question 5

Illegal drug use causes ______which in turn causes higher insurance prices.

Answer 5

More accidents

Question 6

When laws are broken by a person using illegal drugs or alcohol, what are some things that can happen to that person?

Answer 6

1. Zero tolerance law
   2.Responsible for any deaths involved in an accident
   Potential arrests, jail time, police records, lawsuits
   Loss of driver’s license
   High automobile insurance rates or policy canceled

Question 7

What are some risks to the unborn baby from a mother smoking during pregnancy?

Answer 7

Higher risk of SIDS

Question 8

At what age is vaping legal?

Answer 8

18+

Question 9

How much of the US consumes the world’s hydrocodone?

Answer 9

99%

Question 10

What happens to the liver from alcohol abuse?

Answer 10

Buildup of fat cells in the liver, which can lead to cell death (Cirrhosis)

Question 11

What organization in the state of NC must you also register with to further specify your wishes with donating organs?

Answer 11

Carolina donators website
DMV

Question 12

What is the greatest health risk associated with getting a tattoo?

Answer 12

Infections

Question 13

Identify at least 2 safety guideline(s) for operating an ATV

Answer 13

1.Only 1 person can ride at a time,
2.Not allowed on paved roads

Question 14

What preventative measures can help avoid severe injury from motorcycle accidents?

Answer 14

1.Must wear a helmet
2.Must wear protective gear: sturdy clothing that covers the arms and legs also provides some protection

Question 15

What 3 things consist of the cycle of drug abuse?

Answer 15

Use of prescripition drugs -»> Abuse —»> Dependence

Question 16

What Prescription drug that has the same effect as heroin

Answer 16

Oxycodone

Question 17

Name the 6 CDC Risky Behaviors for teens.

Answer 17

tobacco
Lack of Exercise
Sexual Behaviors
Unhealthy Diet
Alcohol and Drugs
Use of weapons, etc that cause unintentional injuries

Question 18

The most serious form of skin cancer is what?

Answer 18

Melanoma

Question 19

What is ornamenting of the body with tattoos or jewelry known as?

Answer 19

Body Art

Question 20

Children of smokers are more likely to have what physical issues?

Answer 20

Ear infections, asthma attacks and respiratory infections

Question 21

When did 90% of smokers begin smoking?

Answer 21

90% of smokers begin smoking in their teen years

Question 22

The blood alcohol level in North Carolina for which a person will be charged with drunk driving is what?

Answer 22

DUI

Question 23

Explain the zero tolerance law?

Answer 23

Anyone under the age of 21 driving with any alcohol in their system can be arrested with a criminal offense

Question 24

Name the 4 steps to Recovery of Alcohol or drug abuse + tell what each step actually means

Answer 24

Step 1: Admission
Admit they have a drinking problem and need help
Step 2: Detoxification
Body goes through physical withdrawal and adjusts to functioning without alcohol
Step 3: Counseling
Professional help to change the behaviors in order to live without alcohol
Step 4: Recovery
Lifelong commitment to be alcohol free
Person takes responsibility for his/her life

Question 25

Name all 5 identifiers of Skin Cancer & know what each of the 5 mean.

Answer 25

Asymmetry- (not equal side to side)
Boarder-is irregular (the mole has ragged edges)
Color- (can be many different shades of brown or black)
Diameter-mole is more than 6mm (larger than a pencil eraser)
Evolving- (mole is growing in height/changing)

Question 26

What is carcinogen?

Answer 26

A cancer causing substance

Question 27

What is nicotine?

Answer 27

All tobacco products contain nicotine.It is the addictive drug found in tobacco is physically addictive.

Question 28

Explain what FAS is and what it actually means

Answer 28

Fetal alcohol syndrome-A group of alcohol-related birth defects that includes both physical and mental problems

Question 29

What is binge drinking?

Answer 29

Drinking five or more alcoholic drinks at one sitting

Question 30

What is alcohol poisoning?

Answer 30

A severe and potentially fatal physical reaction to an alcohol overdose

Question 31

What does an hallucinogen do?

Answer 31

Serious alterations in the mind and thoughts causes pariona extreme anxiety

Question 32

What does a depressant do?

Answer 32

Slow down the central nervo system and cause drowiness and memory loss

Question 33

Define Steroid

Answer 33

Are synthetic substances similar to male sex hormones (testosterone)

Question 34

What are 2 common blood borne diseases from illegal drug injections?

Answer 34

Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C

Question 35

What are 2 common blood borne diseases from illegal drug injections?

Answer 35

Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C