5/1/ nd MEDLOG Co.2 BINGE DRINKING

5/1/ nd MEDLOG Co.3 BINGE DRINKING TRAINING TASK:TRAINING TASK: –Students will learn the definition of binge drinking, the symptoms of alcohol poisoning and what to do if someone is showing signs, blood alcohol content (BAC) levels and the effects of alcohol, and the impact alcohol can have on their military careers CONDITION:CONDITION: –Students will be given a lecture in conjunction with a PowerPoint presentation in a classroom setting STANDARD:STANDARD: –Students will be able to correctly define the term binge drinking, identify the symptoms of alcohol poisoning and be able to react, identify the different BAC levels, and will know how alcohol abuse can affect their military careers

5/1/ nd MEDLOG Co.4 REFERENCES AR Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP)AR Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) dictions//Binge%20Drinking.htmhttp://ww.medhelps.com/Topics/Ad dictions//Binge%20Drinking.htmhttp://ww.medhelps.com/Topics/Ad dictions//Binge%20Drinking.htmhttp://ww.medhelps.com/Topics/Ad dictions//Binge%20Drinking.htm /Alcohol_support_information.dochttp:// /Alcohol_support_information.dochttp:// /Alcohol_support_information.dochttp:// /Alcohol_support_information.doc nge.htmhttp:// nge.htmhttp:// nge.htmhttp:// nge.htm

5/1/ nd MEDLOG Co.5 WHAT IS BINGE DRINKING? DEFINITION:DEFINITION: –The consumption of large amounts of alcohol in a very short period of time. –Rule of thumb: Females – 4 or more drinks in a rowFemales – 4 or more drinks in a row Males – 5 or more drinks in a rowMales – 5 or more drinks in a row Can cause alcohol poisoning which can be fatal.Can cause alcohol poisoning which can be fatal. Becomes even more deadly when combined with medications or other drugs, illness, stress, or an empty stomach.Becomes even more deadly when combined with medications or other drugs, illness, stress, or an empty stomach.

5/1/ nd MEDLOG Co.6 SYMPTOMS OF ALCOHOL POISONING Drinking excessive amounts of alcohol to the point of vomitingDrinking excessive amounts of alcohol to the point of vomiting Semi consciousness or unconsciousnessSemi consciousness or unconsciousness Cold, clammy, pale, or bluish skinCold, clammy, pale, or bluish skin Slow breathingSlow breathing Vomiting while sleeping or while unconsciousVomiting while sleeping or while unconscious

5/1/ nd MEDLOG Co.7 WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? Never leave the person aloneNever leave the person alone Turn the person on his or her side and check their pulse and breathing periodicallyTurn the person on his or her side and check their pulse and breathing periodically GET HELP!GET HELP! If unsure of what to do, it is “better to be safe than sorry”, take them to the emergency room – it could save their lifeIf unsure of what to do, it is “better to be safe than sorry”, take them to the emergency room – it could save their life

5/1/ nd MEDLOG Co.8 BLOOD ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION (BAC) In most states, a BAC of.10% is considered legally drunk.In most states, a BAC of.10% is considered legally drunk. In some states, the legal definition of intoxication is.08%.In some states, the legal definition of intoxication is.08%. In the Army, a BAC ≥.05% is considered to be impaired while on dutyIn the Army, a BAC ≥.05% is considered to be impaired while on duty On Ft. Hood, a BAC ≥.04% is considered to be impaired while on dutyOn Ft. Hood, a BAC ≥.04% is considered to be impaired while on duty The faster someone drinks, the higher the BAC is, and the more dangerous drinking becomes.The faster someone drinks, the higher the BAC is, and the more dangerous drinking becomes.

5/1/ nd MEDLOG Co.9 BAC AND GROWING IMPAIRMENT Following are ten snapshots of increasing drunkenness and impairment as blood alcohol concentration increases. Ranges are approximate and vary with the drinker:Following are ten snapshots of increasing drunkenness and impairment as blood alcohol concentration increases. Ranges are approximate and vary with the drinker:BACEFFECTS.02 Drinkers begin to feel moderate effects..04 Most people begin to feel relaxed, mildly euphoric, sociable, and talkative..05 Judgment, attention, and control are somewhat impaired. Ability to drive safely begins to be limited. Sensory-motor and finer performance are impaired. People are less able to make rational decisions about their capabilities (for example, about driving.).08 There is a definite impairment of muscle coordination and driving skills..10 There is a clear deterioration of reaction time and control Vomiting usually occurs, unless this level is reached slowly or a person has developed a tolerance to alcohol. Drinkers are drowsy. - Drinkers display emotional instability, loss of critical judgment, impairment of perception, memory, and comprehension. - Lack of sensor-motor coordination and impaired balance are typical. Decreased sensory responses and increased reaction times develop. The vision is significantly impaired, including limited ability to see detail, peripheral vision, and slower glare recovery.

5/1/ nd MEDLOG Co.10 BAC AND GROWING IMPAIRMENT BACEFFECTS.15 This blood-alcohol level means the equivalent of 1/2 pint of whiskey is circulating in the blood stream Drinkers are disoriented, confused, dizzy, and have exaggerated emotional states. Vision is disturbed, as is perception of color, form, motion, and dimensions. - Drinkers have increased pain threshold and lack of muscular coordination. Drinkers stagger or lose the ability to walk and have slurred speech. Apathy and lethargy are typical Drinkers display general inertia, near total loss of motor functions, little response to stimuli, inability to stand or walk, vomiting, and incontinence. Drinkers may lose consciousness or fall into a stupor Symptoms are complete unconsciousness, depressed or absent reflexes, subnormal body temperature, incontinence, and impairment of circulation and respiration. Death may occur at.37% or higher. BACs of.45% and higher are fatal to nearly all individuals.

5/1/ nd MEDLOG Co.11 IMPACT ON MILITARY CAREER UCMJ actionUCMJ action Referral to ASAPReferral to ASAP Possible separationPossible separation

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