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RYAN BANYAN

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Explain how alcohol is absorbed and metabolized in the body.
 
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Refer to Courtney's Student Story in the chapter. What factors make Courtney vunerable to high-risk drinking?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
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Answer: Some alcohol is metabolized in the stomach by alcohol dehydrogenase. Some is absorbed in the stomach. Food in the stomach slows down the absorption of alcohol. Most of the alcohol is absorbed in the small intestine. Most alcohol is metabolized in the liver. Alcohol that is not metabolized returns to the blood and circulates through the body, including the brain.

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Answer: Courtney is a college student and a member of a sorority, both of which are in the highest groups of risk for alcohol abuse.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 12, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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