Identifying Intoxication Flashcards

What physical sign might indicate a patron is reaching a dangerous level of intoxication?

Answer: Flushed face, glassy eyes, and difficulty focusing

Flushed face, glassy or unfocused eyes are physical signs of significant alcohol impairment that may indicate a dangerous level of intoxication.

Why might a patron who appears sober still be legally over the limit?

Answer: Regular drinkers can develop a tolerance that masks visible signs of impairment

Regular drinkers can develop a high tolerance, meaning they show fewer visible signs of intoxication despite having a high blood alcohol concentration.

A patron appears perfectly fine but tells you they have had 10 drinks over two hours. What should you do?

Answer: Refuse further service because the reported consumption indicates dangerous intoxication

Even without visible signs, 10 drinks in two hours represents extreme alcohol consumption that requires immediate refusal of further service.

What is 'rate of consumption' and why is it important for servers?

Answer: How quickly a patron is drinking, which helps predict rising intoxication

Rate of consumption refers to how quickly a patron is drinking and helps servers anticipate when a patron may be approaching intoxication.

Which of the following factors can affect how quickly a person becomes intoxicated?

Answer: Body weight, food intake, and metabolism

Body weight, amount of food consumed, and individual metabolic rate all influence how quickly alcohol is absorbed and how intoxicated a person becomes.

A patron seems to be getting intoxicated quickly on only two drinks. What might explain this?

Answer: They may have a low tolerance, small body mass, or have consumed alcohol elsewhere before arriving

Low body weight, low tolerance, or pre-gaming (drinking before arriving) can all cause someone to become intoxicated faster than expected.