Diffusion of Responsibility Can Be Reduced If

question 5

Multiple Choice

Diffusion of responsibility can be reduced if

• A) a bystander's training is relevant to the emergency at hand.
• B) there are many bystanders.
• C) the bystanders do not know each other.
• D) the bystanders do not know the victim.

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Definitions:

Korsakoff's Syndrome

A chronic memory disorder typically associated with heavy alcohol consumption over a long period, characterized by short-term memory loss, "making up" stories (confabulation), and apathy.

Wernicke's Encephalopathy

A serious neurological disorder caused by thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency, typically associated with chronic alcoholism, characterized by confusion, unsteady gait, and eye movement abnormalities.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing information and controlling responses.

Binge Drinking

The consumption of an excessive amount of alcohol in a short period of time, often defined as five or more drinks for men and four or more for women in about two hours.