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What are teenager drivers more likely to do compared to any other age group?
What are teenager drivers more likely to do compared to any other age group?
abuse alcohol
After only one drink, a person's total driving ability can be reduced.
After only one drink, a person's total driving ability can be reduced.
True (A)
How does alcohol first affect drivers?
How does alcohol first affect drivers?
impairing judgement and reason
What is peer influence?
What is peer influence?
What is alcoholism?
What is alcoholism?
How much alcohol is approximately equal to 1-1/2 ounces of whiskey or 5 ounces of wine?
How much alcohol is approximately equal to 1-1/2 ounces of whiskey or 5 ounces of wine?
At what rate does the average person's system oxidize alcohol?
At what rate does the average person's system oxidize alcohol?
The body needs time to offset the effects of alcohol.
The body needs time to offset the effects of alcohol.
What should you do if you are unable to prevent a drinker from driving?
What should you do if you are unable to prevent a drinker from driving?
Why can over-the-counter drugs be harmful to drivers?
Why can over-the-counter drugs be harmful to drivers?
What does a depressant drug do?
What does a depressant drug do?
Drugs will improve a person's decision-making ability.
Drugs will improve a person's decision-making ability.
Which is a stimulant drug?
Which is a stimulant drug?
How can marijuana affect a driver's condition?
How can marijuana affect a driver's condition?
What happens if a person takes medicine and then drinks alcohol?
What happens if a person takes medicine and then drinks alcohol?
What is the implied consent law?
What is the implied consent law?
What happens to a driver's license if they refuse a BAC test while suspected of DWI or DUI?
What happens to a driver's license if they refuse a BAC test while suspected of DWI or DUI?
What is the level of intoxication represented by a BAC of?
What is the level of intoxication represented by a BAC of?
What is the zero tolerance law?
What is the zero tolerance law?
Which breath-test machine is most commonly used for determining BAC?
Which breath-test machine is most commonly used for determining BAC?
What does nystagmus refer to?
What does nystagmus refer to?
Peer pressure can be?
Peer pressure can be?
What is the surest way for someone to eliminate the risk of driving under the influence of alcohol?
What is the surest way for someone to eliminate the risk of driving under the influence of alcohol?
What advice should you give to a friend planning to drink at a party?
What advice should you give to a friend planning to drink at a party?
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Study Notes
Alcohol and Teen Drivers
- Teenager drivers have a higher likelihood of alcohol abuse compared to other age groups.
- Alcohol impairs a driver’s judgement and reasoning abilities, affecting decision-making.
Alcohol Consumption and Impairment
- Just one drink can significantly reduce total driving ability.
- A driver’s alcohol oxidation rate is approximately 3/4 of a drink per hour.
- Time is required for the body to mitigate the effects of alcohol.
Alcohol Measurement and Effects
- 1-1/2 ounces of whiskey or 5 ounces of wine contain roughly the same alcohol content as a 12 oz can of beer.
- A blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% indicates intoxication.
Driving Under Influence Laws
- The implied consent law empowers authorities to manage alcohol-related driving offenses.
- Refusal to take a BAC test can result in a suspended driver's license.
Drug Interaction and Impairment
- Combining medication with alcohol can amplify the effects of both substances.
- Over-the-counter drugs can impair driving due to side effects like drowsiness and slowed reaction times.
- Alcohol acts as a depressant, slowing the central nervous system.
Influence of Drugs on Driving
- Stimulant drugs, such as amphetamines, differ from depressants and can impact driving abilities.
- Marijuana adversely affects coordination and judgement, increasing the risk of accidents.
Peer Pressure and Responsible Choices
- Peer influence can drive teenagers to want to be accepted, impacting their choices regarding alcohol use.
- Peer pressure can be both positive and negative in influencing driving behavior.
Prevention of Driving Under the Influence
- The best way to avoid the risks associated with drinking and driving is to abstain from alcohol use.
- Advise friends not to drive after drinking and promote the use of a designated driver.
Legal Restrictions for Minors
- The zero tolerance law prohibits individuals under 21 from driving with any measurable alcohol in their system.
Tools for Detecting Impairment
- An intoxilyzer machine is commonly used for testing BAC levels, aiding in law enforcement.
Eye Examination for Impairment
- Nystagmus refers to the involuntary jerking of the eyes, which can indicate impairment when tested during driving stops.
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