Chapter 21: Alcohol

Synthesize. jesse knows she has a drinking problems and wants help. Explain what she can do to find help.

She can go to rehab or have close family monitor her money to not buy any alcohol.

People who have a chemical need for alcohol have a __________.

Physiological Dependence

When a person believs that alcohol use is needed to feel good or function normally, that person has a __________.

Psychological Dependence

Evaluate. A person passes out after drinking. Explain the dangers of leaving the person alone, and what action should be taken.

The dangers of leaving a person alone whilst asleep are that potential rape could be a probability and the action that should be taken is that the person should be taken home or to someone that they know. The person should also have a ride ready to pick them up when they leave.

Examine. Why is avoiding gatherings where alcohol is present the best way to stay alcohol-free?

This is best because if alcohol is not in your area you cannot drink any.

Evaluate. Terry take a 12-hour allergy medication, and then drinks alcohol after waiting an hour. Explain why this is not a safe behavior.

This is not safe because alcohol can alter the effects of the medication.

Analyze. What factors increase one's likelihood of becoming an alcoholic?

When that person is going through something like a close one's death.

Which is a potential consequence of long-term excessive alcohol use? a. A heart attack b. The need for a liver transplant c. Swelling of the brain d. An increased ability to control drinking

a. A heart attack

Which type of person is most likely to be quickly affected by alcohol? a. A small female who has not eaten b. A large female who just ate dinner c. A small male who just ate dinner d. A large male who has not eaten

a. A small female who has not eaten.

If you stay alcohol-free, which is a likely benefit? a. Decreased likelihood of getting a sexually transmitted disease b. Increase likelihood of being injured in an accident c. Decreased likelihood of making responsible decisions d. Increased likelihood of being a victim of violent crime.

a. Decreased likelihood of getting a sexually transmitted disease

An addict who is dependent on alcohol is in/an sobriety / alcoholic.

alcoholic

.Which of the following is not part of the stages of alcoholism? a. Becoming intoxicated regularly b. Going through detoxificatin c. Making excuses for alcohol-related problems d. Alcohol taking control of the drinker's life

b. Going through detoxificatin

The amount of alcohol in a person's blood that is expressed as a percentage is blood alcohol concentration / fetal alcohol syndrome.

blood alcohol concentration

Which is not a strategy to remain alcohol-free? a. Planning an alcohol-free party b. Practicing refusal statements c. Attending parties with people who use alcohol d. Calling for a ride home if alcohol is present

c. Attending parties with people who use alcohol

It is illegal for adults to drive when they have what BAC level? a. 0.01 b. 0.02 c. 0.05 d. 0.08

d. 0.08

A baby born with FAS may have which of the following? a. Anxiety b. Facial deformities c. Kidney problems d. All of the above

d. All of the above

Which is not a result of the high-risk behaviors associated with alcohol use? a. Increased deaths in traffic accidents b. Increased frequency of date rape c. Suspension from sports teams

d. Improved job prospects

Which is not a short-term effect of alcohol? a. Coordination is impaired. b. Vision is impaired. c. More stomach acid is produced. d. Judgment is altered.

d. Judgment is altered.

Which is not likely to occur if a person is caught drinking and driving? a. A field sobriety test will be conducted. b. The person loses driving privileges. c. The person loses insurance coverage. d. There will be no penalty.

d. There will be no penalty.

Blood alcohol cencentration (BAC) / Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is a condition that babies can be born with if a female drinks while pregnant.

Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS).

Which of the following influences teens to stay alcohol-free? a. Having peers who drink alcohol b. Seeing alcohol ads on TV c. Having parents who disapprove of alcohol use d. Attending alcohol-sponsored sporting events

Having parents who disapprove of alcohol use

Identify. What effects of alcohol make it risky to drive after drinking?

Impaired vision and slower senses.

Teens are likely to experience neglect or abuse if there is __________ in their family.

Alcohol

Binge drinking is a potentially fatal reaction to an alcohol overdose.

Alcohol Poisoning

Discuss. How does teen alcohol use impact the community?

Alcohol-free teens have more time and better organ health to help them remember things from not drinking.

A dependence on drinks with alcohol is called __________.

Alcoholism

Intoxication is when a person drinks five or more alcoholic drinks at one sitting.

Binge Drinking

Analyze. Dana drinks only occasionally, but when he drinks he does things that he later regrets. His friends assure him that he is fun when he drinks, and that he should worry about his actions. Does Dana have a drinking problem? Explain.

Dana does not necessarily have a drinking problem, but instead, he rather caves into peer pressure.

Explain. What are the dangers of adult alcohol use? What are the dangers for teens?

Dangers for adults, specifically pregnant females, include deformities, a small head and/or premature birth.

Drinking alcohol can lead to fermentation, a state of reduced physical and mental control.

Intoxication

Apply. Jacob's mother is seven months pregnant. She thinks it is alright to start having an occasional glass of wine with dinner because the fetus is mostly developed. What should Jacob tell her?

Jacob should tell her that red wine may be ok for reduced cardiovascular disease but other than that no.

Explain. How does long-term excessive drinking affect the brain?

Long term drinking damages the brain cells and a reduction in brain size.

Analyze. How does sponsoring community events and music concerts help alcohol companies sell their products?

Sponsoring events help spread the word of the company.

Discuss. How does teen alcohol use impact the community?

Teen alcohol increases fight probability and spreads more STD's.

Describe. Why are teens who drink more likely to put themselves in risky situations?

Teens are more likely to do this because alcohol alters control of the body and so a reaction of anger is more likely to happen.