10 Questions
Where does the majority of ethanol absorption occur?
Small intestine
What is the primary mechanism of ethanol's effect on the CNS?
Enhancing the inhibitory effects of GABA
Which of the following is NOT a effect of low to moderate doses of ethanol?
Impaired motor coordination
What is the primary enzyme responsible for metabolizing ethanol in the liver?
Alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH)
What is the effect of ethanol on ion channels and second messenger systems?
Increases neuronal excitability and synaptic transmission
What is the enzyme responsible for metabolizing acetaldehyde into acetate?
Aldehyde dehydrogenase
Chronic ethanol abuse can lead to which of the following disorders?
Pancreatitis
Ethanol can interact with which of the following medications, leading to inhibition of metabolism?
Warfarin
What is a characteristic of dependence on ethanol?
Cravings for ethanol
What is a potential complication of acute ethanol intoxication that may require management?
Respiratory depression
Test your knowledge on how ethanol is absorbed and distributed in the body, including its effects on the central nervous system and mechanism of action as a CNS depressant.
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