UCF AlcoholEdu for College Exam

Which is a standard drink?

5 ounces of beer 5 ounces of wine 5 ounces of a mixed drink All of the above

What is the percentage of incoming college students who report being frequent, high-risk drinkers?

63% 36% 17% 11%

Getting a DUI may result in:

A. Legal consequences B. Loss of financial aid C. Expulsion D. Both A and C E. All of the above

Which of the following is a key factor that influences BAC?

A. Mood B. Body weight C. Sex assigned at birth D. Both B and C E. All of the above

Which of the following can be affected by alcohol consumption?

Coordination Judgment Memory All of the above

Which of these is NOT a warning sign that someone is misusing alcohol?

Drinking only with friends Increasing tolerance or needing more alcohol to get drunk Not able to cut down or stop drinking Feeling strong need or desire to drink

What can help slow the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream?

Exercise Food Cold showers Low body weight All of the above

Someone can tell a person who has been consuming alcohol is incapacitated and therefore unable to give consent because:

They've had 3 or more standard drinks They're slurring their words Always, no matter what Every person is different, so it's difficult to tell

It can take ____ for the body to process the alcohol in one standard drink (0.6 ounces).

2 hours 1.5 hours 1 hour 30 minutes

How does alcohol affect the brain and central nervous system?

Alcohol heightens capabilities Alcohol targets focus Alcohol speeds up processing Alcohol slows functions down

Which of the following is not a key sign of an alcohol overdose (alcohol poisoning)?

Being passed out or not fully conscious ⨂ Having cool, clammy skin Being unresponsive after vomiting None of the above A person could be experiencing alcohol poisoning if they: 1) are passed out or not fully conscious, 2) have cool, clammy skin, 3) vomit but are still unresponsive or 4) have slow or irregular breathing. Aggression and hallucinations are not generally signs of alcohol overdose.

BAC stands for:

Blood Alcohol Calculator Blood Alcohol Concentration Basic Alcohol Consumption Blood Absorption Capacity

What is the purpose of a standard drink measurement?

It allows you to determine if you're getting what you paid for It is a consistent way of measuring the amount of alcohol in a drink It allows you to determine what is inside of a mixed drink It is a measurement to determine if you are legally drunk

How many standard drinks are in a mixed drink?

One to two Three Four or more It can vary

Even though cannabis use is legal in some states, it may not be allowed on a college campus in those states because:

They are religious institutions They receive federal funding They have students under age 18 They have lobbied to be exempt to protect students

If a friend doesn't drink, it is safe to assume:

They have a substance use disorder They will always be the designated driver They don't want to go to parties None of the above

Someone is more likely to start to report feeling in a "good mood" or "warm and fuzzy" at which of the following BAC ranges: Someone is more likely to start to report feeling in a "good mood" or "warm and fuzzy" at which of the following BAC ranges:

.04 or less .05 - .10 .11 - .20 .21 - .35 .05 - .10 .11 - .20 .21 - .35

Which of the following is NOT likely true about being drunk and engaging in sexual activity?

A. It can decrease the ability to communicate clearly about interests or desires B. It can increase or prolong sexual arousal C. It can decrease the rate of condom and contraception use D. It can increase the likelihood that a person will ignore or disregard their sexual partner's lack of verbal affirmative consent E. Both A and B

Mixing prescription drugs with alcohol can be dangerous because:

A. It can mask the effects of alcohol on the body B. It can heighten the need for more prescription drugs C. It can interfere with the effectiveness of the prescription drugs D. Both A and C

Which of the following may be inhaled when vaping?

A. Nicotine B. Formaldehyde C. Arsenic D. Both A and B E. All of the above

Someone who is incapacitated is _______:

A. Not able to accurately evaluate a situation B. Too full to continue drinking C. Not able to make informed, rational decisions D. Both A and C E. All of the above

If someone is showing signs of an overdose, you should:

A. Prop them up using pillows B. Call for help immediately C. Give them coffee and walk them around to wake them up D. Wait to see if the symptoms get worse E. Both A and B

Which of the following is true about energy drinks and mixers:

Carbonation generally slows the rate of alcohol absorption A sweet taste can hide the taste of alcohol Caffeine helps keep the person aware of how intoxicated they are All of the above

When laws conflict, nearly all institutions of higher education must follow ___ laws related to alcohol or other drugs.

State City Local Federal

Based on sex assigned at birth, if a man and a woman who weigh the same consume the same amount of alcohol:

The man's BAC will likely be higher The woman's BAC will likely be higher Their BAC levels would be the same None of the above

Which of the following has primary responsibility for eliminating alcohol from the bloodstream?

Hippocampus Pancreas Central nervous system Liver All of the above

When is it appropriate to ask why someone does not drink?

When they abstain for religious reasons When they have health issues When it is related to a substance abuse disorder It's respectful not to ask

Which statement best describes the drinking habits of college students?

A lot of students don't drink and only a small percentage drink heavily A vast majority of college students are heavy drinkers Every student drinks at some point in college and many do so frequently Students are evenly split between heavy drinkers and non-drinkers; there are very few students who drink in moderation

Key signs of a drug overdose include:

A. A fever or very hot skin B. Pleasant and thankful attitude C. Unresponsive or experiencing loss of consciousness D. A and C

Which of the following may indicate a potential drug overdose?

A. Aggression B. Hallucinations C. Unresponsive or unconscious D. Both B and C E. All of the above

If you suspect that a friend is misusing alcohol or other drugs you can make a positive difference by:

A. Asking a healthcare professional about effective ways to reach out B. Ignoring it and hoping it will go away C. Touching base and letting them know you are concerned D. Both A and C

Which of the following are true about cannabis:

A. Cannabis can impair learning and memory B. Cannabis can cause panic attacks or anxiety C. Cannabis can become addictive D. Both A and B E. All of the above

Which factor is the only way to lower BAC?

A. Food B. Time C. Medications D. Physical activity E. Both A and B

What does the National Minimum Drinking Age Act prohibit?

A. Purchasing alcohol if you are under 21 B. Drinking alcohol if you are under 21 C. Publicly possessing alcoholic beverages if you are under 21 D. Both A and C E. All of the above

Which of the following are potential side effects of drinking alcohol while taking medication:

A. Stomach irritation B. Liver damage C. Both A and B D. None of the above

Based on sex assigned at birth, women tend to reach higher BAC levels more quickly than men because:

A. They have less of an enzyme in their stomach that breaks down alcohol B. They have less water in their body C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

Why are a 12 ounce hard seltzer and 1.5 ounces of liquor both standard drinks?

A. They have the same impact B. They have the same amount of calories C. They contain the same amount of pure alcohol D. They should cost the same amount E. Both A and B

Under what conditions is a person's consent for sexual activity not valid?

A. They're incapacitated by use of alcohol or other substances B. They're being threatened or coerced C. They're asleep D. All of the above

Which of the following are true about vaping?

A. Vape products can contain more nicotine than cigarettes B. Vaping is the best way to quit smoking C. Vaping is not addictive D. Both B and C E. All of the above

Which of the following will not help slow the rise of a drinker's BAC?

Alternating alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks Cold showers Eating a large meal before drinking Pacing drinking to one or fewer drinks an hour