Alcohol
List three side effects of drinking alcohol.
Slurred speech, slow reaction time, lack of coordination, blurred vision
Hangovers, vomiting, blackouts
The psychoactive chemical in marijuana that causes the addictive feeling?
THC
What is nicotine?
Nicotine is a chemical naturally found in tobacco that is the addicting part of cigarettes and vapes.
What is the legal age to drink alcohol and purchase tobacco products?
21
How long does marijuana stay in the body?
1 month
What organ is responsible for filtering alcohol in the body, and can become damaged if too much alcohol is ingested?
Liver
How is marijuana used?
Smoked or ingested
What liquid that is used in vapes is also used to preserve dead bodies?
Formaldehyde
How can marijuana be purchased legally?
Only with a medical card, and the products are extremely limited and regulated.
Define addiction and tolerance.
Addiction-is the compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity: a strong inclination to do, use, or indulge in something repeatedly
Tolerance-is when a person using a substance starts to build up resistance, meaning that they need more in order to feel the same effect as when they first began.
Alcohol affects the brain's ability to...
Problem-solve, think critically, function properly
What is an edible, and why is it more dangerous?
An edible is something with marijuana in it that can be eaten or drank. They are dangerous because kids can get into them and because the effects don't show up right away.
What types of smoke does vaping create?
First, second, and third-hand smoke
What is the legal percentage limit for minors to avoid getting an OWI?
.02% or zero tolerance
True or False: It is legal for adults to serve alcohol to teens in their own home.
False
How many drinks is considered to be binge drinking?
5+ drinks in two hours for males, 4+ drinks in females
List five side effects of using marijuana.
Red eyes, cough, increased HR or BP, panic attacks, memory loss, paranoia, depression, anxiety, cancer, respiratory problems, sleepiness, dry mouth
True or False: Vapes are safe as long as they don't contain nicotine.
False, nothing inhaled into the lungs is safe for the body.
What is the legal percentage limit for an adult to avoid getting an OWI?
.08%
List the types of alcohol from least lowest alcohol content to highest alcohol content per serving.
Wine, Malt Liquor, Distilled Spirits, Beer
Beer, Wine, Malt Liquor, Distilled Spirits
How many drinks can a person SAFELY have on a daily basis, and per week?
2-3 drinks per day, no more than 14 per week
What is dabbing, and how high of THC level can you get with it?
Dab pen uses "wax" to inhale marijuana like a vape, up to 99% potency.
List three side effects of smoking or vaping.
Chronic cough, coughing up blood, respiratory problems, shortness of breath, increased HR and BP, cancer, decreased bone density, heightened risk of stroke
Is marijuana legal in Iowa? Explain.
Marijuana is legal in Iowa for medical purposes only.
What medical condition can be treated with medical-grade, prescribed cannabis products?
Epilepsy