Question 1

Alcohol stimulates central nervous system functions.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Chronic alcohol abuse has no effect on the absorption of dietary nutrients.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

A standard drink contains

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A)   0.4 fluid ounces of alcohol.
B)   0.6 fluid ounces of alcohol.
C)   1.0 fluid ounces of alcohol.
D)   1.2 fluid ounces of alcohol.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 4

Moderate alcohol consumption decreases the risk of breast cancer.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 5

The process by which addicts get an addictive substance out of their system as part of ending their dependence on it is

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A)   intervention.
B)   detoxification.
C)   confrontation.
D)   resistance.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 6

Mixing alcohol with an energy drink is a safe choice because it prevents drowsiness.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Blood alcohol concentration is the ratio of

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A)   alcohol to total blood volume.
B)   alcohol to total plasma volume.
C)   alcohol to pound of body weight.
D)   alcohol to percentage of fluid in the blood.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

Alcohol is metabolized in the liver, where it is converted to

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A)   alcohol dehydrogenase.
B)   amylase.
C)   acetate.
D)   acetaldehyde.E) None of the above
F) All of the above D

Question 9

There is no known cure for a hangover other than allowing time to pass.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

As with other drugs, alcohol abuse can lead to

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A)   physical and psychological dependence.
B)   increased ability to relax and combat stress.
C)   feeling better able to cope in social situations.
D)   the ability to appear sober while high or intoxicated.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 11

More than half of alcoholics who enter recovery programs resume drinking within the first three months of treatment.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Alcohol contains how many calories per gram?

Accepted Answer

A)   5
B)   7
C)   9
D)   11E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 13

Name three factors that have contributed to the decrease in alcohol-related traffic fatalities in recent years.

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1. Laws tha...

Question 14

Andrew has a dreadful hangover. What is the only cure for his condition?

Accepted Answer

A)   Black coffee
B)   Protein
C)   Time
D)   AspirinE) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

Eating food when drinking alcohol

Accepted Answer

A)   often causes digestive problems.
B)   slows the absorption of the alcohol.
C)   slows the absorption of nutrients.
D)   increases cravings for sweets.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 16

Amber has to urinate frequently when she drinks. Why does this occur?

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A)   Alcohol acts as a diuretic.
B)   Alcohol causes kidney irritation.
C)   Alcohol shrinks the bladder.
D)   Alcohol can cause gastrointestinal problems.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

The simultaneous use of prescription drugs and alcohol increases a person's risk for

Accepted Answer

A)   sexually transmitted infections.
B)   severe medical problems or death.
C)   driving under the influence.
D)   a next-day hangover.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 18

Which of the following statements is True regarding family members of alcoholics?

Accepted Answer

A)   They tend to abstain from alcohol consumption.
B)   They suffer and become part of the dynamics of addiction.
C)   They usually ignore the effects of the alcoholic's addiction.
D)   They find it easy to talk with the addict about his or her alcoholism.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

If a particular whiskey is 80 proof, what is its percentage of alcohol by volume?

Accepted Answer

A)   20%
B)   40%
C)   60%
D)   80%E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

Which type of treatment for alcoholism deters drinking by reducing the pleasurable effects of alcohol or by causing an individual to become ill if alcohol is consumed?

Accepted Answer

A)   Psychological
B)   Pharmacological
C)   Social
D)   InterventionalE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Exam 14: Drinking Alcohol Responsibly

Alcohol stimulates central nervous system functions.

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Chronic alcohol abuse has no effect on the absorption of dietary nutrients.

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A standard drink contains

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Moderate alcohol consumption decreases the risk of breast cancer.

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The process by which addicts get an addictive substance out of their system as part of ending their dependence on it is

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Mixing alcohol with an energy drink is a safe choice because it prevents drowsiness.

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Blood alcohol concentration is the ratio of

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Alcohol is metabolized in the liver, where it is converted to

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There is no known cure for a hangover other than allowing time to pass.

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As with other drugs, alcohol abuse can lead to

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More than half of alcoholics who enter recovery programs resume drinking within the first three months of treatment.

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Alcohol contains how many calories per gram?

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Name three factors that have contributed to the decrease in alcohol-related traffic fatalities in recent years.

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Andrew has a dreadful hangover. What is the only cure for his condition?

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Eating food when drinking alcohol

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Amber has to urinate frequently when she drinks. Why does this occur?

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The simultaneous use of prescription drugs and alcohol increases a person's risk for

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Which of the following statements is True regarding family members of alcoholics?

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If a particular whiskey is 80 proof, what is its percentage of alcohol by volume?

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Which type of treatment for alcoholism deters drinking by reducing the pleasurable effects of alcohol or by causing an individual to become ill if alcohol is consumed?

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