Alcohol Test - Primary and Advanced Flashcards
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How does food consumption affect the rate of alcohol intoxication?
Answer: Eating before and during drinking slows absorption by keeping alcohol in the stomach longer
Food slows gastric emptying, keeping alcohol in the stomach where absorption is slower.
Which form of identification is NOT acceptable for age verification?
Answer: A student ID from a university
Student IDs are not acceptable because they do not include a verified date of birth and are not government-issued.
What should a server do if they suspect a patron is buying drinks for a minor?
Answer: Refuse to serve the adult and inform management
Third-party purchases for minors are illegal, and the establishment can be held liable.
The body eliminates alcohol at an approximate rate of:
Answer: One standard drink every hour
The average adult metabolizes approximately one standard drink per hour. This rate cannot be accelerated.
What intervention techniques should a server use when cutting off an intoxicated patron?
Answer: Privately and respectfully inform them, use I-statements, offer food and non-alcoholic beverages, and ensure safe transportation
Effective intervention requires respectful, private communication that preserves dignity while ensuring safety.
Which statement about mixing different types of alcohol is TRUE?
Answer: Total alcohol consumed determines intoxication, not the type
Ethanol is the same molecule regardless of source. Total quantity consumed determines intoxication.