Question 1

Historical evidence suggests that the process of distillation emerged

Accepted Answer

A)  in 800 A.D. 
B)  in 8,000 B.C.E. 
C)  800 years ago. 
D)  1,800 years ago. 
A)  in 800 A.D. 
B)  in 8,000 B.C.E. 
C)  800 years ago. 
D)  1,800 years ago.

Question 2

In general, peak blood alcohol levels after the ingestion of single alcoholic drink are achieved in minutes.

Accepted Answer

A)  5-10 
B)  15-25 
C)  30-60 
D)  70-90 
A)  5-10 
B)  15-25 
C)  30-60 
D)  70-90

Question 3

According to sources cited in your text, there is evidence that the consumption of mead can be traced back

Accepted Answer

A)  to the "stone ages." 
B)  18,000 years. 
C)  2,000 years. 
D)  to the 8th century B.C.E. 
A)  to the "stone ages." 
B)  18,000 years. 
C)  2,000 years. 
D)  to the 8th century B.C.E.

Question 4

Evidence suggests that beer made from ingredients other than fermented honey might date back to

Accepted Answer

A)  3,000 B.C.E. 
B)  5,000 B.C.E. 
C)  7,000 B.C.E. 
D)  9,000 B.C.E. 
A)  3,000 B.C.E. 
B)  5,000 B.C.E. 
C)  7,000 B.C.E. 
D)  9,000 B.C.E.

Question 5

According to your text, which of the following individuals would you normally expect to have the lowest blood alcohol level?

Accepted Answer

A)  A 160-pound man who consumed 14 standard drinks over a 3 hour span of time 
B)  A 160-pound man who consumed 8 stand drinks over a 3 hour span of time 
C)  A 160-pound man who consumed 4 standard drinks over a 3 hour span of time. 
D)  A 180-pound man who consumed 16 standard drinks over a 3 hour span of time. 
A)  A 160-pound man who consumed 14 standard drinks over a 3 hour span of time 
B)  A 160-pound man who consumed 8 stand drinks over a 3 hour span of time 
C)  A 160-pound man who consumed 4 standard drinks over a 3 hour span of time. 
D)  A 180-pound man who consumed 16 standard drinks over a 3 hour span of time.

Question 6

Which of the following drugs are dangerous to mix with alcohol?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nitroglycerine 
B)  Barbiturates 
C)  Opiates 
D)  All of these answers 
A)  Nitroglycerine 
B)  Barbiturates 
C)  Opiates 
D)  All of these answers

Question 7

What are some of the factors that may affect the blood alcohol level (BAL)?

Accepted Answer

Several factors can affect an individual

Question 8

The disinhibition effect induced by alcohol is caused by its effects on the activity of the region of the drinker's brain.

Accepted Answer

A)  hippocampus 
B)  reticular activating system (RAS) 
C)  cortex 
D)  occipital 
A)  hippocampus 
B)  reticular activating system (RAS) 
C)  cortex 
D)  occipital

Question 9

The earliest written record of wine-making is found in and dates back to 3,000 B.C.E.

Accepted Answer

A)  Sumeria 
B)  Rome 
C)  Egypt 
D)  Greece 
A)  Sumeria 
B)  Rome 
C)  Egypt 
D)  Greece

Question 10

There are no significant long-term neurocognitive effects from alcohol because

Accepted Answer

A)  it improves blood flow to the cortex of the brain. 
B)  it decreases endorphin release in the cortex of the brain. 
C)  it improves blood oxygenation levels and stimulates the production of free radicals in the brain. 
D)  none of the above. 
A)  it improves blood flow to the cortex of the brain. 
B)  it decreases endorphin release in the cortex of the brain. 
C)  it improves blood oxygenation levels and stimulates the production of free radicals in the brain. 
D)  none of the above.

Question 11

According to your text, the alcohol­related "hangover"

Accepted Answer

A)  is sufficient to cause the drinker's death. 
B)  is self-limiting for those drinkers who ingested less than 8 cans of beer or mixed drinks. 
C)  can be avoided if the drinker ingests food prior to drinking. 
D)  is generally self-limiting, although very unpleasant. 
A)  is sufficient to cause the drinker's death. 
B)  is self-limiting for those drinkers who ingested less than 8 cans of beer or mixed drinks. 
C)  can be avoided if the drinker ingests food prior to drinking. 
D)  is generally self-limiting, although very unpleasant.

Exam 4: An Introduction to Alcohol: Mans Oldest Recreational Chemical

Historical evidence suggests that the process of distillation emerged

In general, peak blood alcohol levels after the ingestion of single alcoholic drink are achieved in minutes.

According to sources cited in your text, there is evidence that the consumption of mead can be traced back

Evidence suggests that beer made from ingredients other than fermented honey might date back to

According to your text, which of the following individuals would you normally expect to have the lowest blood alcohol level?

Which of the following drugs are dangerous to mix with alcohol?

What are some of the factors that may affect the blood alcohol level (BAL)?

The disinhibition effect induced by alcohol is caused by its effects on the activity of the region of the drinker's brain.

The earliest written record of wine-making is found in and dates back to 3,000 B.C.E.

There are no significant long-term neurocognitive effects from alcohol because

According to your text, the alcohol­related "hangover"

Why Worry About Substance Abuse or Addiction

The Nature of the Beast

A Brief Introduction to the Science of Pharmacology

The Alcohol Use Disorders

Abuse and Addiction to Barbiturates and Barbiturate-Like Compounds

Abuse and Addiction to Benzodiazepines and Similar Agents

Abuse and Addiction to Central Nervous System Stimulants

Cocaine Abuse and Dependence

Marijuana Abuse and Addiction

Opiode Use, Abuse, and Addiction

Abuse and Addiction to Hallucinogens

Abuse and Addiction to Inhalants and Aerosols

The Under-Recognized Problem of Steroid Abuseaddiction

Over the Counter Analgesics

Tobacco Products and Nicotine Addiction

The Potential Consequences of Drug Abuse During Pregnancy

Gender and Substance Use Disorders

Hidden Faces of Substance Use Disorders

Substance Use and Abuse by Children and Adolescents

Substance Use Disorders in College Settings

Codependency and Enabling

Addiction and the Family

The Dual-Diagnosis Client: Substance Use Disorders and Mental Illness

The Biopsychosocial Model of the Addictions

The Substance Use Disorders As a Disease of the Human Spirit

The Assessment of Suspected Substance Use Disorders

Intervention

Treatment Settings

The Treatment of Substance Use Disorders

The Process of Treatment

Pharmacological Interventions for Substance Use Disorders

Relapse and Other Problems Frequently Encountered in Substance Abuse Rehabilitation

Support Groups to Promote and Sustain Recovery

Substance Use Disorders and and Infectious Disease

The Relationship Between Drug Use and Crime

The Debate Over Legalization Appendices Glossary References Index

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According to your text, the alcoholrelated "hangover"