NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
TOXICOLOGY
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Question
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At what rate does the average persons system oxidize alcohol?
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.015-.02 BAC per hour
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.03-.05 BAC per hour
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.08 BAC per hour
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.01 per hour
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Liver: Alcohol is oxidized by the liver at a rate of about 0.5 ounces per hour; 90% of alcohol is broken down by the liver.
Detailed explanation-2: -A BAC of 0.05 means you have 0.05 grams (50 milligrams) of alcohol in every 100 millilitres of blood.
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