The health care provider is preparing a community teaching project about risks associated with alcohol use. Which one of the following rates accurately describes the rate at which the liver bio-transforms alcohol?

a. 2 mL/hr
b. 10 mL/hr
c. 40 mL/hr
d. 60 mL/hr


ANS: B
Although the rate of metabolism differs with acute or chronic ingestion and other factors, it is generally about 10 mL/hr. This is the amount of alcohol contained in 3 to 4 oz of wine or cham-pagne (12% alcohol), 8 to 12 oz of beer (4% alcohol), or 20 to 30 mL of 90-proof spirits (45% alcohol).

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