Question

which of the following is a short-term effect of alcohol use?
a. confusion
b. cirrhosis
c. blindness
d. tremors

Explanation:

1. Option A (confusion): Alcohol impairs cognitive function rapidly after consumption, causing immediate confusion as a short-term effect.
2. Option B (cirrhosis): This is a chronic, long-term liver disease caused by years of heavy alcohol use.
3. Option C (blindness): Permanent blindness is not a typical short-term effect; severe long-term alcohol abuse may cause vision damage over time.
4. Option D (tremors): Alcohol withdrawal tremors are a short-term withdrawal effect, not a direct short-term effect of active alcohol use.

Answer:

A. confusion