Question 1

In most states, the legal limit for BAC for the driver of a car is _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  0.03 
B)  0.08 
C)  0.1 
D)  0.15

Question 2

All of the following are examples of alcohols except:

Accepted Answer

A)  ethanol. 
B)  methanol. 
C)  isopropanol. 
D)  cellulose.

Question 3

Studies have shown that alcohol consumption is associated with a decreased incidence of heart disease. How do researchers explain this protective effect?
1) increased levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol.
2) increased levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol.
3) increased fat loss due to altered metabolism.
4) alcohol inhibiting blood clot formation.
5) decreased levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 and 3 
B)  2 and 4 
C)  3 and 5 
D)  4 and 5

Question 4

Tea is rich in phytochemicals, antioxidants, and caffeine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Energy drinks, such as Red Bull, are not permitted to contain herbs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

How much alcohol consumption has been proven to be safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)  No amount of alcohol has been proven to be safe. 
B)  1 glass of wine or beer per day has been proven to be harmless. 
C)  2 glasses of wine or beers per day have been proven to be harmless. 
D)  No studies have been done regarding alcohol and pregnancy.

Question 7

List and discuss 5 health risks associated with alcohol.

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

Delirium tremens can occur when:

Accepted Answer

A)  a person drinks more than he or she is used to. 
B)  a person experiences a hangover the day after binge drinking. 
C)  alcohol is removed from a chronic alcohol user and convulsions ensue. 
D)  an alcoholic drinks more than usual and passes out.

Question 9

Which of the following statements about energy drinks is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. 
B)  Using them during exercise may cause light-headedness and nausea. 
C)  Each drink contains only one type of stimulant to boost energy. 
D)  They help retain fluids.

Question 10

Which meal eaten with an alcoholic beverage would most likely slow down the rate at which the alcohol is absorbed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Chicken noodle soup 
B)  Fresh fruit salad 
C)  Turkey sandwich on white bread 
D)  Cheeseburger and French fries

Question 11

Blood alcohol level is not affected by:

Accepted Answer

A)  height. 
B)  weight. 
C)  skin color. 
D)  gender.

Question 12

Your friend Jane is pregnant and you go out to a party with a group of friends. You see Jane take a beer and begin drinking it. Describe what you would say to Jane to tactfully address this situation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Your friend Jane is pregnant and you...

Question 13

Pamela asks Theodore what an energy drink is, and he correctly explains:

Accepted Answer

A)  "It's a beverage with the right mixture of ingredients to maximize athletic performance." 
B)  "It's basically a soft drink with extra caffeine, and sometimes other stimulants." 
C)  "It's a beverage you can drink in place of a multinutrient supplement for good health." 
D)  "It's a kind of soft drink that you can drink to cure a hangover or study better."

Question 14

Vignette #1 Robert and Chris have been at a local bar near their dormitory for one hour. Chris has had 3 beers already and Robert tells him to slow down because too much alcohol can cause death. Chris says this is not true since you just go to sleep when you drink too much. Chris also says that since he is allowed 2 drinks a day on average, he decided to save them up for the weekend. Robert is beginning to suspect that Chris might have a drinking problem. Let's see if you know more than Chris does concerning alcohol by answering these questions.    How many drinks does Chris need to drink during the evening to constitute a "binge"?

Accepted Answer

A)  At least 2 
B)  At least 3 
C)  At least 5 
D)  At least 7

Question 15

What ingredient found in energy drinks is chemically equivalent to caffeine?

Accepted Answer

A)  Glutamic acid 
B)  Ginkgo biloba 
C)  Yohimbe 
D)  Guarana

Question 16

Which of the following is thought to be the main factor contributing to a hangover?

Accepted Answer

A)  The large amount of fluid consumed 
B)  The lack of food consumed during the day 
C)  The dehydration from the alcohol consumed 
D)  The rise in blood pressure after drinking alcohol

Question 17

Which statement about bottled water is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  All bottled waters contain fluoride to prevent tooth decay. 
B)  Twenty-five to forty percent comes from the same municipal water supplies as tap water. 
C)  It meets higher standards than tap water. 
D)  It is better than tap water from a health standpoint.

Question 18

If Norma needs 1700 calories per day to maintain her weight, about how much total fluid does she need?

Accepted Answer

A)  6 quarts/day 
B)  0.5 quart/day 
C)  1700-2550 mL/day 
D)  3400-5100 mL/day

Question 19

Bottled water cannot come from a public reservoir.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

For which type of individuals is it inadvisable to drink alcoholic beverages?

Accepted Answer

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Exam 9: Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Health

In most states, the legal limit for BAC for the driver of a car is _____.

All of the following are examples of alcohols except:

Tea is rich in phytochemicals, antioxidants, and caffeine.

Energy drinks, such as Red Bull, are not permitted to contain herbs.

How much alcohol consumption has been proven to be safe during pregnancy?

List and discuss 5 health risks associated with alcohol.

Delirium tremens can occur when:

Which of the following statements about energy drinks is correct?

Which meal eaten with an alcoholic beverage would most likely slow down the rate at which the alcohol is absorbed?

Blood alcohol level is not affected by:

Your friend Jane is pregnant and you go out to a party with a group of friends. You see Jane take a beer and begin drinking it. Describe what you would say to Jane to tactfully address this situation.

Pamela asks Theodore what an energy drink is, and he correctly explains:

What ingredient found in energy drinks is chemically equivalent to caffeine?

Which of the following is thought to be the main factor contributing to a hangover?

Which statement about bottled water is correct?

If Norma needs 1700 calories per day to maintain her weight, about how much total fluid does she need?

Bottled water cannot come from a public reservoir.

For which type of individuals is it inadvisable to drink alcoholic beverages?