Alcohol
Which organ does the most work in processing the alcohol in your body?
The Liver
What is the colorless, odorless, highly addictive drug found in tobacco?
Nicotine
Can marijuana cause short term memory loss?
True
What is drug tolerance?
When the body adjusts to a drug and needs larger and larger amounts to produce the same effect.
Is it legal for parents to serve alcohol to adults over the age of 18 in a private residence?
False- any drinking under the age of 21 is illegal.
What does B.A.C. stand for?
Blood Alcohol Content- Represents the percentage of alcohol to blood in the body.
Is nicotine a depressant, stimulant, narcotic, or hallucinogen?
Stimulant
How long can marijuana be detected within the body?
One Month.
How long does it take for the effect of stimulant drugs to fully kick in?
20-35 minutes
How should Marijuana be transported in your car?
In a closed container in the trunk.
Approximately how much does your BAC decrease per hour?
Your BAC decreases approximately .02% per hour.
What is another name for environmental tobacco smoke and passive smoke?
Secondhand smoke
What is the psychoactive chemical in marijuana?
THC- Tetrahydrocannabinol
Which drug can increase muscle size, impact memory and aggression, and cause male genitals to shrink?
Steroids
If you have a history of drug related arrests you cannot apply for this form a government provided financial aid
FAFSA- college loans
List three symptoms of long-term alcohol use.
Long-term use may cause cancer, nervous system malfunctions, liver disease, irregular heartbeat, cardiovascular disease, neurological damage, and worsens depression and anxiety.
Name at least three smoking related health conditions
Name at least three smoking related health conditions
Smoking Marijuana causes which hormone to increase in men?
Estrogen- can lead to slowing of facial hair growth, lowers libido, and increases breast tissue
Ephedrine, drain cleaner, pencil lead, battery acid, and antifreeze ate common ingredients in this addictive stimulant?
Methamphetamine
What is the minimum sentencing for using drugs on public property?
One year. If you are found using drugs on school or park property, you are also mandated to attend classes, complete community service, and pay a fine.
How long does it take for alcohol to enter the bloodstream?
5-10 Minutes
What is the name of the gummy substance formed by particles of cigarette smoke in the lungs?
Tar
What is the legal limit of marijuana to drive under the influence of in MA?
None! There is a zero tolerance policy for driving under the influence of marijuana in any state.
Detoxing from which drug is most likely to cause death?
Alcohol
If you refuse to give a breathalyzer test- how long is your license automatically suspended for?
180 days for the first offense