Understanding BAC

Several factors determine your BAC, including your weight, gender, the amount of alcohol consumed, and the time you consumed it. When you drink, your liver metabolizes the alcohol at approximately one standard drink per hour, and any excess alcohol accumulates in your blood, raising your BAC.

As mentioned earlier, several factors determine your BAC, including:

The Widmark Formula is as follows:

BAC = (Alcohol Consumed in Grams / (Body Weight in Kilograms x Gender Constant)) — (Metabolic Rate x Hours Since First Drink)

The gender constant for men is 0.68, and for women, it is 0.55. The metabolic rate is 0.015, the average rate at which your liver metabolizes alcohol per hour.

0.02% — 0.03%

At this level, you will feel relaxed and slightly drowsy. You may also experience a slight increase in body temperature and a mild impairment of judgment.

0.04% — 0.05%

At this level, your ability to make rational decisions becomes impaired. You may also experience a loss of inhibitions, slight slurring of speech, and decreased coordination.

0.06% — 0.07%

At this level, you are legally drunk in most states. You will experience a noticeable impairment of balance, speech, and coordination. You may also have impaired judgment and a decreased ability to control your emotions.

0.08% — 0.09%

At this level, you are significantly impaired, and your reaction time and coordination are severely affected. You are also at an increased risk of having an accident while driving.

0.10% — 0.11%

At this level, you are very drunk, and your coordination is severely impaired. You will have difficulty walking and talking and may become emotional or aggressive.

0.12% — 0.15%

You are in a dangerous state at this level, and your judgment and coordination are severely impaired. You may have difficulty standing and experience blurred vision and slurred speech.

0.16% — 0.19%

At this level, you are at a high risk of blacking out, and your ability to function is severely impaired. You may experience nausea and vomiting, and you may be unable to walk or stand.

0.20% — 0.24%

At this level, you are in a state of extreme intoxication, and you may require medical attention. You will have difficulty walking or standing, and you may become unconscious.

0.25% and above

You are at risk of coma at this level, and your breathing ability may be compromised. You are at an extremely high risk of alcohol poisoning and may require emergency medical treatment.

Calculating your BAC is an essential part of responsible drinking. Understanding how alcohol affects your body and how to calculate your BAC can help you make informed decisions and avoid dangerous situations. Remember, if you plan to drink, always have a designated driver or alternative transportation available.

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