Signs of Intoxication Flashcards

Which of the following is a cognitive sign of intoxication?

Answer: Difficulty making decisions or following conversation

Difficulty making decisions or following conversation is a cognitive sign of intoxication. Alcohol impairs brain function, affecting judgment, concentration, and the ability to process information.

How does food consumption affect the rate of alcohol absorption?

Answer: Eating food slows down alcohol absorption

Food in the stomach slows down the rate at which alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream. This is because food delays gastric emptying, keeping alcohol in the stomach longer where it is absorbed more slowly.

What is the average rate at which the human body metabolizes alcohol?

Answer: One standard drink per hour

The average human body metabolizes approximately one standard drink per hour. This rate cannot be accelerated by coffee, cold showers, or exercise.

Which physical sign might indicate a patron has reached a dangerous level of intoxication?

Answer: Loss of consciousness or inability to stand

Loss of consciousness or inability to stand indicates a dangerously high level of intoxication that could lead to alcohol poisoning. This requires immediate medical attention.

Why might a person's tolerance to alcohol give a misleading impression of their intoxication level?

Answer: Regular drinkers may show fewer visible signs while still being impaired

A person with high tolerance may appear relatively sober while having a high BAC. Their body has adapted to mask visible signs, but they are still legally and physically impaired.

What is one effect of alcohol on a person's emotional state?

Answer: Alcohol can intensify existing emotions, including sadness or anger

Alcohol is not simply a mood elevator. It tends to intensify whatever emotions a person is already experiencing, which is why some people become aggressive, weepy, or overly emotional when drinking.