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One 12 ounce can of beer is equal to...
One 12 ounce can of beer is equal to...
- One ounce drink of whiskey (correct)
- One 5 ounce glass of wine
- Two 10 ounce cans of cider
- None of the above
How many drinks will it take to impair your reaction time, coordination, and balance?
How many drinks will it take to impair your reaction time, coordination, and balance?
2 to 4
One 5 ounce glass of wine is equal to...
One 5 ounce glass of wine is equal to...
- One ounce drink of whiskey
- One 12 ounce can of beer (correct)
- Two 12 ounce cans of beer
- None of the above
What effect does eating before drinking have on your BAC?
What effect does eating before drinking have on your BAC?
Alcohol is a depressant.
Alcohol is a depressant.
Alcohol enters your bloodstream through your kidneys.
Alcohol enters your bloodstream through your kidneys.
What is the only way to sober up after becoming intoxicated?
What is the only way to sober up after becoming intoxicated?
What is not a sign of alcohol impairment?
What is not a sign of alcohol impairment?
Alcohol will speed up your reaction time.
Alcohol will speed up your reaction time.
What is the approximate amount of alcohol in a standard drink?
What is the approximate amount of alcohol in a standard drink?
How many times greater are your chances of having an accident when your BAC is 0.10%?
How many times greater are your chances of having an accident when your BAC is 0.10%?
List three other drugs that will impair your driving skills.
List three other drugs that will impair your driving skills.
One ounce drink of whiskey is equal to...
One ounce drink of whiskey is equal to...
Where is alcohol eliminated from your bloodstream?
Where is alcohol eliminated from your bloodstream?
How many times greater are your chances of having an accident with a BAC of 0.15%?
How many times greater are your chances of having an accident with a BAC of 0.15%?
How many times greater are your chances of having an accident when your BAC is 0.05%?
How many times greater are your chances of having an accident when your BAC is 0.05%?
What do the letters BAC stand for?
What do the letters BAC stand for?
What effect does carbonation have on the absorption rate of alcohol?
What effect does carbonation have on the absorption rate of alcohol?
One 12 ounce can of beer equals one 5 ounce glass of wine.
One 12 ounce can of beer equals one 5 ounce glass of wine.
Your weight is not a factor for your BAC.
Your weight is not a factor for your BAC.
What are the three factors that determine your BAC?
What are the three factors that determine your BAC?
What type of drug is alcohol?
What type of drug is alcohol?
List three effects alcohol has on your driving ability.
List three effects alcohol has on your driving ability.
Where does alcohol enter your bloodstream?
Where does alcohol enter your bloodstream?
How long does it take for the alcohol from a drink to enter your bloodstream?
How long does it take for the alcohol from a drink to enter your bloodstream?
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Study Notes
Alcohol Consumption and Effects
- One 12-ounce can of beer is equivalent to one ounce drink of whiskey, highlighting the standardization of alcohol measurements.
- A standard 5-ounce glass of wine is also equal to a 12-ounce can of beer, showcasing the similar alcohol content across popular drinks.
- The absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream is significantly influenced by food consumption, as eating before drinking slows the absorption rate.
- Carbonation in drinks can increase the absorption rate of alcohol, leading to quicker intoxication.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)
- Impairment in reaction time, coordination, and balance typically occurs after 2 to 4 drinks.
- The only method to sobering up post-intoxication is time; detoxification cannot be expedited.
- Driving risks significantly increase with BAC levels: having a BAC of 0.10% makes accident chances 6 times greater, while 0.15% raises that to 25 times greater.
- BAC is influenced by several factors: weight, the amount of alcohol consumed, and the speed of consumption.
Alcohol Characteristics and Misconceptions
- Alcohol is categorized as a depressant, which is important for understanding its effects on the central nervous system.
- Contrary to belief, alcohol does not enhance reaction times and actually impairs judgment and decision-making.
- A standard drink contains approximately 0.5 ounces of alcohol, reinforcing the importance of knowing drink sizes.
- Your weight does affect your BAC, countering the misconception that it is not a factor.
Impairment and Driving
- Other impairing substances that hinder driving include cold pills, tranquilizers, and certain prescription medications.
- Alcohol affects driving abilities by making individuals overconfident, impacting their thinking processes, and increasing the likelihood of mistakes.
- Alcohol is eliminated from the body primarily through the liver, while entry into the bloodstream occurs in the small intestine.
- It takes about 10 to 20 minutes for alcohol from a drink to start affecting the bloodstream.
Signs of Alcohol Consumption
- Making better decisions is not a sign of alcohol impairment; in fact, it is associated with increased risk and danger.
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