Rachel is going to a sorority party with her friends. Discuss ...

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Rachel is going to a sorority party with her friends. Discuss three ways she can protect herself from risky alcohol-related behaviors.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

List five short-term effects of alcohol.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: Any three of the following:
 She can avoid drinking to get drunk by drinking moderately, eating before, during, and after drinking, alternating between drinking alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, and avoiding drinking games.
 She can make a pact with a friend to stay together during the night.
 She can make arrangements ahead of time for getting home if she plans to drink.
 She can refuse to accept a drink from a stranger.
 She can remember the signs of alcohol poisoning and be prepared to get help if someone is exhibiting those signs.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Any five of the following:
 Sleep disturbances
 Lightheadedness
 Relaxation
 Lack of inhibitions
 Compromised motor coordination
 Slower reaction time
 Slurred speech
 Dulled senses
 Clouded judgment
 Dehydration
 Digestive problems
 Low blood sugar due to alterations in metabolism
 Hangover