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Psychology: Alcoholedu Review

Luka Rivera avatar Luka Rivera
25 July 2022
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What is the purpose of a standard drink measurement?
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It is a consistent way of measuring the amount of alcohol in a drink
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Which is a standard drink?
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5 ounces of wine
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Why are a 12 ounce hard seltzer and 1.5 ounces of liquor both standard drinks?
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They contain the same amount of pure alcohol
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How many standard drinks are in a mixed drink?
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It can vary
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Which statement best describes the drinking habits of college students?
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A lot of students don't drink and only a small percentage drink heavily
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What is the percentage of incoming college students who report being frequent, high-risk drinkers?
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11%
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If a friend doesn't drink, it is safe to assume:
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None of the above
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When is it appropriate to ask why someone does not drink?
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It's respectful not to ask
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BAC stands for:
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Blood Alcohol Concentration
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Someone is more likely to start to report feeling in a "good mood" or "warm and fuzzy" at which of the following BAC ranges:
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.04 or less
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Which of the following will not help slow the rise of a drinker's BAC?
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Cold showers
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Which factor is the only way to lower BAC?
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Time
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It can take ____ for the body to process the alcohol in one standard drink (0.6 ounces).
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1 hour
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Which of the following has primary responsibility for eliminating alcohol from the bloodstream?
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Liver
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What can help slow the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream?
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Food
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Based on sex assigned at birth, women tend to reach higher BAC levels more quickly than men because:
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They have less of an enzyme in their stomach that breaks down alcohol AND They have less water in their body
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Based on sex assigned at birth, if a man and a woman who weigh the same consume the same amount of alcohol:
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The woman's BAC will likely be higher
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Which of the following is a key factor that influences BAC?
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Body weight AND Sex assigned at birth
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Which of the following can be affected by alcohol consumption?
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All of the above (coordination, judgement, AND memory)
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Which of the following is true about energy drinks and mixers:
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A sweet taste can hide the taste of alcohol
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Which of the following are true about cannabis:
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All of the above (can impair learning and memory, can cause panic attacks or anxiety, AND can become addictive)
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Even though cannabis use is legal in some states, it may not be allowed on a college campus in those states because:
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They receive federal funding
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Which of the following may be inhaled when vaping?
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All of the above (Nicotine, Formaldehyde, AND Arsenic)
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Which of the following are true about vaping?
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Vape products can contain more nicotine than cigarettes
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How does alcohol affect the brain and central nervous system?
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Alcohol slows functions down
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Mixing prescription drugs with alcohol can be dangerous because:
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It can mask the effects of alcohol on the body AND It can interfere with the effectiveness of the prescription drugs
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Which of the following are potential side effects of drinking alcohol while taking medication:
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Stomach irritation AND Liver damage
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Which of the following is NOT likely true about being drunk and engaging in sexual activity?
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It can increase or prolong sexual arousal
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Someone can tell a person who has been consuming alcohol is incapacitated and therefore unable to give consent because:
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Every person is different, so it's difficult to tell
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Under what conditions is a person's consent for sexual activity not valid?
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All of the above (They're incapacitated by use of alcohol or other substances, They're being threatened or coerced, AND They're asleep)
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Someone who is incapacitated is _______:
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Not able to accurately evaluate a situation AND Not able to make informed, rational decisions
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Getting a DUI may result in:
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All of the above (Legal consequences, Loss of financial aid, AND Expulsion)
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Which of the following is not a key sign of an alcohol overdose (alcohol poisoning)?
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None of the above
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Which of the following may indicate a potential drug overdose?
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All of the above (Aggression, Hallucinations, AND Unresponsive or unconscious)
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If someone is showing signs of an overdose, you should:
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Call for help immediately
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Key signs of a drug overdose include:
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A fever or very hot skin AND Unresponsive or experiencing loss of consciousness
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Which of these is NOT a warning sign that someone is misusing alcohol?
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Drinking only with friends
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If you suspect that a friend is misusing alcohol or other drugs you can make a positive difference by:
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Asking a healthcare professional about effective ways to reach out AND Touching base and letting them know you are concerned
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What does the National Minimum Drinking Age Act prohibit?
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Purchasing alcohol if you are under 21 AND Publicly possessing alcoholic beverages if you are under 21
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When laws conflict, nearly all institutions of higher education must follow ___ laws related to alcohol or other drugs.
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Federal