Chapter 9 and 10 Health Study Guide (Smoking and Alcohol)

Which of the following is a sign of alcoholism? (Experiencing blackouts, developing a high tolerance for alcohol, experiencing alcohol-related problems that interfere with physical,mental, and social health, all of the above)

All of the above

Which describes a possible symptom of fetal alcohol syndrome? ( Decreased muscle tone and poor coordination,delayed brain development and problems with thinking, speech, movement, and social skills, heart defects, all of the above)

All of the above,1

True or False? Exposure to second smoke does not have major health consequences.

False

True or False? One alcoholic drink equals 10 ounces of beer, wine, malt liquor or distilled spirits.

False

True or False? People who are moderate drinkers continue to drink even when their use of alcohol causes serious problems with their physical, mental, and social heath, and family or job responsibilities.

False

How does the media influence children's views and attitudes toward alcohol.

It makes kids believe that drinking alcohol is "cool" and normal.They show it in tv shows and movies alot. If a kid looks up to a celebrity and they see that celebrity drink that makes them want to drink.

The condition characterized by thickened, white , leathery-looking spots on the inside of the mouth is called _____.

Leukoplaka

One alcohol is consumed, it stay in the body until the liver can break down, or ______ the alcohol.

Metabolize

_____ describes a drinking pattern in which a female consumes no more than one drink per day and a on average a male consumes no more that 2 drinks per day.

Moderate Drinking

The addictive toxic substance present in all tobacco products is called _____.

Nicotine

Which of the following treatment options involves lessening withdraw symptoms and cravings by gradually reducing nicotine intake in the body?

Nicotine Replacement

Marc is hanging out with a group of friends who begin to smoke cigarettes. They pressure Marc to try one, but he is not interested in smoking. What skills can Marc use to respond to this situation.

One thing that Marc can do in this situation is tell his friends that it is wrong to do that. If they think it is so "cool" to smoke tell them how uncool it is to have bad smelling clothes, yellow teeth and possibly get sick and die. Marc could tell them to not smoke anymore. If they are a good friend and truly value their friendship they will still be his friend and stop smoking. If they still smoke they are bad influences and Marc should not be their friend anymore.

The influence of peers on an individual is called ______ pressure.

Peer

When helping a person with an alcohol addiction, why is trying to fix the problem for the alcoholic not recommended.

They don't want to be told to do something. Alcoholics have to want to do it on their own.

Many people who began smoking decades ago were unaware of the addictive power and the negative health consequences of tobacco use. Most people today know about these dangers, yet some still chose to smoke. Why might a person choose to smoke today?

Today people are always trying to fit in or be cool. They that smoking will make them look "cool". Also people who are surrounded by smokers think it is normal so then they are more likely to smoke.

True of False? The U.S government requires all cigarette packs to have warning labels stating the health risks associated with smoking.

True

True or False? Identity exploration, or trying out a new identity , is one reason why people begin to smoke.

True

True or False? Larayngectomy is a surgical procedure in which the larynx is removed, requiring the person to breathe through an opening in his or her neck.

True

True or False? Most high school and college believe that other student are comfortable with drinking alcohol, when in reality, many are uncomfortable with alcohol.

True

True or False? There is a relationship between alcohol use and the number if accidents and violence in the U.S.

True

How can alcohol, a liquid, dehydrate the body?

When people drink alcohol their vasopressin stops working. This hormone helps the body reabsorb liquids. When it is no longer produced it goes straight to the bladder. It makes you get rid of 4x as much alcohol as consumed.

True or False? One s tragedy the government uses to reduce the rate of alcoholism is to reduce the taxes for purchasing alcohol.

False

______ is a medical emergency cause when a high blood alcohol concentration suppresses the central nervous system and can result in the loss of consciousnesses,low blood pressure, low body temperature and difficulty breathing.

Alcohol Poisoning

Why is alcohol use especially dangerous for adolescents?

Alcohol is especially dangerous for adolescents for many reasons. One reason is because their brains are not fully developed yet. It can lead to changes in brain development and disrupt mental growth.

Alcohol can negatively impact the Cerebral _____, which controls though processing and consciousness.

Cortex

A ______ is a cancer-causing agent.

Carcinogen

The buildup of scar tissue in the liver is called______.

Cirrhosis

Alcohol is a ______, or a type of drug that slows down the central nervous system.

Depressant

The process by completely withdrawal from alcohol is called _____.

Detoxification

Which of the following is not a s tragedy for treating alcoholism?

Enabling

Smoking a cigarette "just to try it" is an example of behavior in the first step of substance abuse called?

Experimentation

Which of the following is not a smokeless tobacco.

Hookah

Assume that you tell a friend who is offering you alcohol that you simplify don't want to drink it. This is an example of _____ skills.

Refusal

Choosing to play basketball with friends instead of smoking a cigarette when experiencing a nicotine craving is an example of _____.

Response Substitution

If you had a close friend or family member who smoked, how might you advice him or her to stop smoking?

Since I am close to this person, they most likely would not want to harm me. So, then I would tell them that since they are smoking they are putting not only themselves but also me in danger.

Having your clothes smell like cigarette smoking is an example of a _____ cost of smoking.

Social

A technique that involves trying to avoid tempting situations and manage feeling that lead to nicotine use is called ______.

Stimulus Control

A _____ occurs when a smoker needs to consume large amounts of nicotine to experience the same effects that nicotine provided in the past.

Tolerance