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For an average size male adult (160 pounds), the consumption of two drinks within a very short period of time would elevate the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) to about what level? |
| | A) | 0.01 |
| | B) | 0.02 |
| | C) | 0.05 |
| | D) | 0.10 |
| | E) | 0.15 |
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The alcohol for human consumption as contained in beer, wine and whiskey is |
| | A) | methanol |
| | B) | glycerol |
| | C) | ethanol |
| | D) | sorbitol |
| | E) | mannitol |
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Alcohol is |
| | A) | prohibited for use in some Olympic sports |
| | B) | may increase performance in some types of sports |
| | C) | is ergolytic for some sports |
| | D) | is a source of energy |
| | E) | all of the above |
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Caffeine |
| | A) | can be enjoyed in moderation |
| | B) | causes the development of many health problems |
| | C) | should be in the form of tea to improve health |
| | D) | is high in all soda drinks |
| | E) | all of the above |
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Of the following performance-enhancing substances, which has been most associated with significant health risks? |
| | A) | caffeine |
| | B) | sodium bicarbonate |
| | C) | ephedrine |
| | D) | ginseng |
| | E) | sodium citrate |
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About how many milligrams of caffeine are in a 6-ounce cup of perked coffee? |
| | A) | 25-30 |
| | B) | 100-125 |
| | C) | 300-400 |
| | D) | 500-600 |
| | E) | 800-1,000 |
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Which of the following is not a physiological effect of caffeine? |
| | A) | decreases the metabolic rate |
| | B) | stimulates the central nervous system |
| | C) | increases the secretion of epinephrine |
| | D) | increases heart rate |
| | E) | is an effective ergogenic aid for some exercise tasks |
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Research generally supports the theory that caffeine may enhance performance in long distance endurance events. Which of the following is the least likely hypothesis? |
| | A) | it may exert a psychological stimulating effect |
| | B) | it stimulates the release of epinephrine from the adrenal gland |
| | C) | it decreases the use of both free fatty acids and muscle glycogen |
| | D) | it may decrease the perception of effort during exercise |
| | E) | it may exert a direct effect on the muscles to increase muscle contractile force |
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Increasing research suggests that moderate alcohol consumption, or "low risk" drinking, may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and all-cause mortality. All of the following, except which, are hypothesized to contribute to this reduced risk? |
| | A) | a relaxation effect and reduced anxiety |
| | B) | decreased platelet aggregability (decreased possibility of blood clots) |
| | C) | increased blood flow to the brain |
| | D) | a direct toxic effect to kill cancer cells |
| | E) | an increase in HDL-cholesterol |
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Which of the following herbal ergogenic aids consistently has been found to enhance sports performance? |
| | A) | ciwujia |
| | B) | tribulus terrestris |
| | C) | ginseng |
| | D) | Ma huang |
| | E) | none of the above |
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Which athlete is most likely to benefit from a proper sodium bicarbonate loading procedure? |
| | A) | shot putter |
| | B) | pole vaulter |
| | C) | 100-meter sprinter (track) |
| | D) | 400-meter sprinter (track) |
| | E) | marathon runner |
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Effects of the use or abuse of anabolic/androgenic steroids may include all of the following except which? |
| | A) | increased muscle mass and strength |
| | B) | protection from coronary artery disease |
| | C) | acne and hair loss |
| | D) | aggressive behavior |
| | E) | liver disease |
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How many ounces of wine constitutes one drink and contains about 14 grams of alcohol? |
| | A) | 1.25 |
| | B) | 2 |
| | C) | 4 |
| | D) | 8 |
| | E) | 12 |
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Which of the following is the not one of the possible adverse effect of prolonged, excessive alcohol intake? |
| | A) | cirrhosis of the liver |
| | B) | oral or pharyngeal cancer |
| | C) | alcoholism |
| | D) | fetal alcohol syndrome |
| | E) | all of the above |
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Which of the following statements regarding caffeine and exercise performance is false? |
| | A) | caffeine is a stimulant drug |
| | B) | caffeine may enhance various types of exercise performance |
| | C) | the lowest effective dose appears to be about 20 milligrams per kilogram body weight |
| | D) | caffeine intake just before performance does not appear to have a diuretic effect |
| | E) | some research suggests taking caffeine in a pill form ma be more effective than consuming coffee as the source |
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Use of which of the following performance-enhancing substances is not prohibited by the IOC for all athletes either in competition or training? |
| | A) | alcohol |
| | B) | androstenedione |
| | C) | sodium bicarbonate |
| | D) | ephedrine |
| | E) | DHEA |
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Androstenedione and DHEA are theorized to increase the amount in the body of this hormone. |
| | A) | insulin |
| | B) | epinephrine |
| | C) | cortisol |
| | D) | testosterone |
| | E) | human growth hormone |
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Which of the following food drug or dietary supplement is most likely to be used by athletes involved in archery or pistol shooting as a means to enhance performance? |
| | A) | caffeine |
| | B) | ephedrine |
| | C) | alcohol |
| | D) | sodium bicarbonate |
| | E) | ginseng |
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Which body organ processes most drugs in the body and thus may be adversely affected over time with drug abuse? |
| | A) | heart |
| | B) | kidney |
| | C) | small intestine |
| | D) | liver |
| | E) | gall bladder |
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For women who are pregnant the current recommendation to help prevent fetal alcohol syndrome or fetal alcohol effects is to |
| | A) | abstain from alcohol consumption during pregnancy |
| | B) | consume no more than 3-4 drinks per week |
| | C) | consume no more than one drink daily |
| | D) | consume no more than two drinks daily |
| | E) | consume no more than two drinks daily, but only red wine |
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