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Health
Chp. 25 test Flashcards |
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An inflammation or infection of the liver, sometimes caused by the toxic effects of alcohol
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hepatitis
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When a person stumbles and has difficulty walking after consuming alcohol, what is this called?
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intoxication
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Because alcohol dilates blood vessels, a person who goes outside in the cold weather after drinking, will experience
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hypothermia
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Blood alcohol concentration is measured to determine
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whether someone is driving while intoxicated
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The following is true of the ethanol found in alcoholic beverages
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1) it is a powerful drug
2) it is the result of yeast acting on sugars |
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What is a major factor in traffic accidents, homicides, and suicides for 16 to 24 year olds?
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alcohol use
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When alcohol is consumed along with other depressant drugs or medicines, what can result?
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a multiplier effect
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Why do teens often choose to drink?
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because it increases their self-confidence
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What is the first stage of alcoholism characterized by?
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rationalization of drinking behavior
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In the U.S., fetal alcohol syndrome is the leading cause of what?
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mental retardation
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T/F Food in the stomach allows a person to drink heavily without becoming intoxicated.
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FALSE
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T/F Because alchol gives the drinker energy, it is called a stimulant.
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FALSE
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T/F The liver is responsible for breaking down alcohol.
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TRUE
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T/F A serving of beer or wine contains less alcohol than a serving of whiskey.
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FALSE
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T/F A person becomes intoxicated if he or she consumes alcohol faster than it is oxidized.
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TRUE
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T/F Alcohol plays a major part in domestic violence.
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TRUE
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T/F Advertisers generally portray the risks of alcohol use.
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FALSE
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T/F Codependents of alcoholic often learn to ignore their own needs and may damage their own health.
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TRUE
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T/F A leading cause of death for teenagers is accidents from driving while intoxicated.
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TRUE
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T/F An alcoholic who is in the addiction stage can top drinking without medical assistance.
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FALSE
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binge drinking
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periodic excessive drinking
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designated drivers
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people in social settings who choose not to drink so that they can safely drive themselves and other
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fermentation
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the chemical action of yeast on sugars
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alcoholism
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a physical and psychological dependence on the drug ethanol
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alcohol poisoning
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a dangerous toxic condition that occurs when a person drinks a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time
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cirrhosis
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a condition in which liver tissue is destroyed and replaced with useless scar tissue
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intoxication
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a physical and mental impairment resulting from alcohol use
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delirium tremens
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the dramatic physical and pscyhological effects of alcohol withdrawal
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Be prepared to write an essay on the following:
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How does alcohol abuse lead to dependence and addiction?
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