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Pharmacology: Ethanol Absorption and Distribution

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Pharmacology: Ethanol Absorption and Distribution

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Where does the majority of ethanol absorption occur?

Stomach

Large intestine

Mouth

Small intestine (correct)

What is the primary mechanism of ethanol's effect on the CNS?

Enhancing the inhibitory effects of GABA (correct)

Releasing more dopamine in the brain

Inhibiting the inhibitory effects of GABA

Enhancing the excitatory effects of glutamate

Which of the following is NOT a effect of low to moderate doses of ethanol?

Euphoria

Impaired motor coordination (correct)

Relaxation

Disinhibition

What is the primary enzyme responsible for metabolizing ethanol in the liver?

Alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of ethanol on ion channels and second messenger systems?

Increases neuronal excitability and synaptic transmission Signup and view all the answers

What is the enzyme responsible for metabolizing acetaldehyde into acetate?

Aldehyde dehydrogenase Signup and view all the answers

Chronic ethanol abuse can lead to which of the following disorders?

Pancreatitis Signup and view all the answers

Ethanol can interact with which of the following medications, leading to inhibition of metabolism?

Warfarin Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of dependence on ethanol?

Cravings for ethanol Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of acute ethanol intoxication that may require management?

Respiratory depression Signup and view all the answers