HLT Chapter 12 – Flashcards
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All of the following are true concerning absorption rates EXCEPT: a. Carbon dioxide slows down the rate of absorption. b. Straight shots of liquor enter the bloodstream faster than beer. c. If a drink contains milk, it moves into the bloodstream more slowly. d. Chilled drinks move into the bloodstream more slowly than warm drinks.
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d. Chilled drinks move into the bloodstream more slowly than warm drinks.
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How much alcohol can the liver metabolize in an hour? a. 1/2 ounce b. 1 ounce c. 2 ounces d. 4 ounces
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a. 1/2 ounce
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Which of the following is NOT a sign of possible alcohol poisoning? a. Hypothermia b. Irregular breathing c. Mental alertness d. Seizures
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c. Mental alertness
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Because alcohol slows down the brain, it is classified as a(n): a. depressant. b. hallucinogen. c. stimulant. d. opioid.
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a. depressant.
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Before alcohol can leave your body, most of it must be metabolized by the: a. spleen. b. stomach. c. liver. d. heart.
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c. liver.
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Alcohol contains how many calories per gram? a. 12 b. 7 c. 15 d. 16
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b. 7
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All of the following may be health effects of alcohol abuse EXCEPT: a. suppressed immune system. b. cancer of the stomach. c. impaired memory. d. stronger heart muscle.
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d. stronger heart muscle.
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Identify the leading and second leading alcohol-related causes of death in the U.S. a. Injury and cirrhosis of the liver b. Homicides and suicides c. Cirrhosis of the liver and stomach cancer d. Stomach cancer and injury
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c. Cirrhosis of the liver and stomach cancer
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What is it called when an individual develops a strong craving for alcohol because it produces pleasurable feelings or relieves stress? a. alcohol use b. alcohol abuse c. alcohol misuse d. alcohol dependence
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d. alcohol dependence
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Identify which of the following is NOT a characteristic of alcoholism? a. It is a progressive, fatal disease. b. It is a chronic disease. c. It occurs because of a lack of willpower. d. Alcoholics continue to drink despite adverse consequences.
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c. It occurs because of a lack of willpower.
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Identify the two main factors that are linked with the onset of a smoking habit. a. Age and race b. Age and education c. Race and education d. Heredity and age
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b. Age and education
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People are more likely to smoke if they have: a. higher levels of education. b. depression. c. a good understanding of the risks. d. parents who do not smoke.
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b. depression.
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The colorless, oily, addictive compound found in cigarette smoke is: a. nicotine. b. tobacco. c. ammonia. d. tar.
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a. nicotine.
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All of the following are physiological effects of nicotine use EXCEPT: a. increases heart rate. b. inhibits urine formation. c. increases appetite. d. stimulates adrenaline production.
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c. increases appetite.
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Something that is carcinogenic: a. leads to heart disease. b. increases alertness. c. enhances cancer cell growth. d. increases hunger and appetite.
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c. enhances cancer cell growth.
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A thick, sticky dark fluid produced by the burning of tobacco is: a. nicotine. b. tar. c. benzene. d. formaldehyde.
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b. tar.
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Which statement concerning carbon monoxide is NOT true? a. Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas that is also found in car exhaust. b. Carbon monoxide levels in cigarette smoke are 400 times above those considered safe in industry. c. Carbon monoxide interferes with the ability of hemoglobin to carry oxygen in the body. d. Carbon monoxide is not found in cigar or pipe smoke.
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d. Carbon monoxide is not found in cigar or pipe smoke.
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Identify the leading cause of death for smokers. a. heart attack b. lung cancer c. pneumonia d. stroke
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b. lung cancer
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Which statement concerning the effects of smoking is NOT true? a. Smokers tend to miss about one-third more work time than nonsmokers because of respiratory illness. b. Cigarette smoking may increase the likelihood of panic attacks, anxiety, and social phobias. c. Men who smoke ten or more cigarettes a day may experience erectile dysfunction. d. Cigarette smoking has shown to decrease the development of gum disease.
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d. Cigarette smoking has shown to decrease the development of gum disease.
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What is the smoking condition that causes the bronchial tubes to become inflamed and mucus production to increase resulting in the narrowing of air passages? a. emphysema b. chronic bronchitis c. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease d. asthma
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b. chronic bronchitis
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What is the smoking-induced condition where the air sacs in the lungs are destroyed, making it more difficult to bring in oxygen and remove carbon dioxide? a. emphysema b. chronic bronchitis c. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease d. asthma
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a. emphysema
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Which of the following statements regarding smoking and cancer is NOT true? a. Smokers are more likely to die from lung cancer than heart disease. b. Smoking accounts for 30 percent of all deaths from cancer. c. Smoking is linked to at least ten different types of cancer. d. Smokers who are depressed are more likely to get cancer than nondepressed smokers.
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a. Smokers are more likely to die from lung cancer than heart disease.
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Smoking clove cigarettes: a. increases sensations in the throat. b. delivers twice as much nicotine, tar, and carbon monoxide as moderate-tar American cigarettes. c. makes it more difficult for smokers to inhale deeply and hold the smoke in their lungs. d. is healthier than smoking regular cigarettes.
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b. delivers twice as much nicotine, tar, and carbon monoxide as moderate-tar American cigarettes.
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The skinny, sweet-flavored cigarettes that have become a smoking fad among teenagers are called: a. clove cigarettes. b. bobbies. c. cigis. d. bidis.
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d. bidis.
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All of the following statements are true concerning bidis EXCEPT: a. Bidis contain less tobacco than regular cigarettes. b. The tobacco found in bidis is much more potent than regular cigarettes. c. Bidis burn much faster than cigarettes. d. Bidis are available in strawberry and orange flavors.
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c. Bidis burn much faster than cigarettes.
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All of the following are true statements concerning smokeless tobacco EXCEPT: a. Smokeless tobacco contains powerful carcinogens. b. Smokeless tobacco users become just as "hooked" on nicotine as cigarette smokers. c. Smokeless tobacco may lead to oral cancer. d. Use of smokeless tobacco products has declined over the recent decade.
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d. Use of smokeless tobacco products has declined over the recent decade.
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Mainstream smoke: a. is smoke that a smoker inhales directly from the cigarette. b. is smoke breathed by nonsmokers. c. is also called environmental tobacco smoke. d. is the smoke that is emitted by a burning cigarette in an ashtray.
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a. is smoke that a smoker inhales directly from the cigarette.
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Which of the statements regarding sidestream smoke is NOT true? a. Sidestream smoke is produced as a cigarette burns. b. Sidestream smoke contains more tar and nicotine than mainstream smoke. c. Sidestream smoke does not affect the person smoking the cigarette. d. Sidestream smoke contributes to environmental tobacco smoke.
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c. Sidestream smoke does not affect the person smoking the cigarette.
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A smoker, who is trying to quit, attends a smoking cessation program in which the goal is to provide a negative experience when the smoker tries to light up. This type of therapy program is known as: a. nicotine replacement therapy. b. behavior therapy. c. drug therapy. d. aversion therapy.
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d. aversion therapy.
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Which of the following statements regarding alcohol use is NOT true?* a. The median age of first alcohol use is 21. b. Drinking typically increases in the late teens. c. Drinking typically peaks in the early 20's and decreases with age. d. Alcohol consumption in America is at its lowest peak in decades.
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A-D
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The most common reason people drink is: a. to get drunk. b. to relax. c. to heighten their sense of masculinity or femininity. d. to forget about relationship issues.
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b. to relax.
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Which of the following statements regarding students and alcohol use is true? a. College women drink more and more often than college men. b. Students drink more heavily during the week than on weekends. c. Drinking and binge drinking can significantly affect a student's GPA. d. Alcohol consumption for students remains unchanged on game days and holidays.
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c. Drinking and binge drinking can significantly affect a student's GPA.
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A college binge drinker is more likely to be: a. a female. b. over the age of 21. c. a member of an ethnic group. d. dissatisfied with their body, eat poorly and not exercise.
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a. a female.
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The type of alcohol in alcoholic beverages is: a. ethyl alcohol. c. methyl alcohol. b. wood alcohol. d. barley alcohol.
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a. ethyl alcohol.
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Most of the alcohol consumed in the United States is from: a. wine. c. whiskey. b. beer. d. vodka.
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b. beer.
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Which of the following statements regarding the effects of alcohol is NOT true? a. Alcohol is a diuretic. b. The alcohol in a typical drink reaches the bloodstream in about 15 minutes. c. Alcohol raises body temperature. d. Alcohol is directly absorbed into the bloodstream through the stomach walls.
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a. Alcohol is a diuretic.
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