TIPS Alcohol Physiology & Blood Alcohol Content 3

Question 1

Which of the following is a behavioral sign of alcohol intoxication that a TIPS-trained server should watch for?

Accepted Answer

Becoming overly talkative or making boisterous comments

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Speaking quietly and deliberately

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Drinking water between alcoholic beverages

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Ordering food with each drink

Question 2

A patron begins to slur their words and has difficulty enunciating clearly. This physical sign of intoxication is caused by:

Accepted Answer

Alcohol's depressant effect on motor neurons controlling speech muscles

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Dehydration from alcohol's diuretic effect

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An allergic reaction to sulfites in wine

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Low blood sugar from not eating before drinking

Question 3

Which combination of signs MOST strongly indicates a customer may be approaching or at a dangerous level of intoxication?

Accepted Answer

Glassy eyes, inability to sit upright, and slurred speech

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Laughing loudly and ordering appetizers

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Speaking confidently and making eye contact

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Requesting a glass of water between drinks

Question 4

In the TIPS model, what is the first recommended step when a server suspects a customer is becoming intoxicated?

Accepted Answer

Slow the service of alcohol and observe the customer more closely

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Immediately refuse service and call security

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Ask the customer directly how much they have had to drink

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Notify management and let them handle the situation

Question 5

Why is tolerance to alcohol a risk factor that TIPS-trained servers must understand?

Accepted Answer

High-tolerance individuals may appear less intoxicated while still having a dangerous BAC

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Tolerant drinkers are less likely to drive after drinking

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Tolerance means the liver processes alcohol faster, lowering actual BAC

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Tolerant drinkers absorb alcohol more slowly than average

Question 6

A customer who has been drinking heavily suddenly becomes very quiet and drowsy. A TIPS-trained server should recognize this as:

Accepted Answer

A potential warning sign of severe intoxication requiring immediate attention

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A sign the customer is sobering up and can be served another drink

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A normal response to a relaxing environment

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Evidence that the customer ate a large meal and is simply tired

Question 7

Which physical effect of alcohol contributes to a customer's difficulty walking steadily or maintaining balance?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol's depressant effect on the cerebellum, which controls coordination

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Alcohol's effect on blood pressure regulation

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Alcohol-induced muscle cramps from dehydration

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Increased heart rate reducing blood flow to the legs