Helath Voabilary 5 Flashcards
BAC
The amount of alchol present In a persons bloodstream
Proof
Double the percentage of alchol
Cirrhosis
Liver disease stemming from behavior or psychological changes from drinking
Intoxication
Clinically significant maladaptive behavioral or psychological changes from drinking
Binge drinking
5 drinks for men,4 for women
Alchol abuse
Continued use of alcohol despite awareness of the problems related to drinking
Alchol dependence
A strong craving for alchol is devolved use to the feeling it creates for user
Tolerance
A need to consume more alcohol to achieve intoxication
Withdrawal
Sweating,rapid pulse hyperactivity,insomnia,nausea,temors,restless
Alcoholism
Chronic disease in Which genetic,psychosocial ,and environment factors influence its delelopment
Tobacco
An herb that can be chewed or smoked
Nicotine
The addictive ingredient in tobacco products
Snuff
A finely ground powder that can be chewed
Drug
A chemical substance that effects the way you feel and function
Drug abusers
Excessive use that’s inconsistent with accepted medical practice