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What is the purpose of a standard drink measurement?

It is a consistent way of measuring the amount of alcohol in a drink

Which is a standard drink?

5 ounces of wine

Why are a 12 ounce hard seltzer and 1.5 ounces of liquor both standard drinks?

They contain the same amount of pure alcohol

How many standard drinks are in a mixed drink?

It can vary

Which statement best describes the drinking habits of college students?

A lot of students don't drink and only a small percentage drink heavily

What is the percentage of incoming college students who report being frequent, high-risk drinkers?

11%

If a friend doesn't drink, it is safe to assume:

None of the above

When is it appropriate to ask why someone does not drink?

It's respectful not to ask

BAC stands for:

Blood Alcohol Concentration

Someone is more likely to start to report feeling in a "good mood" or "warm and fuzzy" at which of the following BAC ranges:

.04 or less

Which of the following will not help slow the rise of a drinker's BAC?

Cold showers

Which factor is the only way to lower BAC?

Time

It can take ____ for the body to process the alcohol in one standard drink (0.6 ounces).

1 hour

Which of the following has primary responsibility for eliminating alcohol from the bloodstream?

Liver

What can help slow the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream?

Food

Based on sex assigned at birth, women tend to reach higher BAC levels more quickly than men because:

They have less of an enzyme in their stomach that breaks down alcohol
AND They have less water in their body

Based on sex assigned at birth, if a man and a woman who weigh the same consume the same amount of alcohol:

The woman's BAC will likely be higher

Which of the following is a key factor that influences BAC?

Body weight
AND Sex assigned at birth

Which of the following can be affected by alcohol consumption?

All of the above (coordination, judgement, AND memory)

Which of the following is true about energy drinks and mixers:

A sweet taste can hide the taste of alcohol

Which of the following are true about cannabis:

All of the above (can impair learning and memory, can cause panic attacks or anxiety, AND can become addictive)

Even though cannabis use is legal in some states, it may not be allowed on a college campus in those states because:

They receive federal funding

Which of the following may be inhaled when vaping?

All of the above (Nicotine, Formaldehyde, AND Arsenic)

Which of the following are true about vaping?

Vape products can contain more nicotine than cigarettes

How does alcohol affect the brain and central nervous system?

Alcohol slows functions down

Mixing prescription drugs with alcohol can be dangerous because:

It can mask the effects of alcohol on the body AND It can interfere with the effectiveness of the prescription drugs

Which of the following are potential side effects of drinking alcohol while taking medication:

Stomach irritation AND Liver damage

Which of the following is NOT likely true about being drunk and engaging in sexual activity?

It can increase or prolong sexual arousal

Someone can tell a person who has been consuming alcohol is incapacitated and therefore unable to give consent because:

Every person is different, so it's difficult to tell

Under what conditions is a person's consent for sexual activity not valid?

All of the above (They're incapacitated by use of alcohol or other substances, They're being threatened or coerced, AND They're asleep)

Someone who is incapacitated is _______:

Not able to accurately evaluate a situation AND Not able to make informed, rational decisions

Getting a DUI may result in:

All of the above (Legal consequences, Loss of financial aid, AND Expulsion)

Which of the following is not a key sign of an alcohol overdose (alcohol poisoning)?

None of the above

Which of the following may indicate a potential drug overdose?

All of the above (Aggression, Hallucinations, AND Unresponsive or unconscious)

If someone is showing signs of an overdose, you should:

Call for help immediately

Key signs of a drug overdose include:

A fever or very hot skin AND Unresponsive or experiencing loss of consciousness

Which of these is NOT a warning sign that someone is misusing alcohol?

Drinking only with friends

If you suspect that a friend is misusing alcohol or other drugs you can make a positive difference by:

Asking a healthcare professional about effective ways to reach out AND Touching base and letting them know you are concerned

What does the National Minimum Drinking Age Act prohibit?

Purchasing alcohol if you are under 21 AND Publicly possessing alcoholic beverages if you are under 21

When laws conflict, nearly all institutions of higher education must follow ___ laws related to alcohol or other drugs.

Federal