Exam 16: Performance-Enhancing Drug Abuse

When applied to a drug, the word ergogenic means "energy-producing."

Clenbuterol was first detected in Olympic athletes in 1992. Originally developed as a bronchodilator for treating asthma, what is this drug?

The BALCO investigation led to a raid on the laboratory and the discovery of other steroids and human growth hormone.

Our use of the word dope for illicit drugs is derived from a Dutch word used in South Africa to refer to a cheap wine.

Hormone receptor-blocking drugs have probably been used to delay puberty in female gymnasts.

Blood doping is extremely dangerous and is suspected of having caused the death of many athletes since its inception.

How does Canada's Controlled Drugs and Substances Act define growth hormones?

In 2004, what ingredient was banned by the FDA that was previously included in dietary supplement after a Major League Baseball pitcher died from heatstroke after using it?

One concern about the use of high doses of steroids is increased aggressiveness, known as "roid rage."

What was the purpose of the article published in a magazine by Jack Swarbick, and who was he?

Some beta-2 agonists sold for treating asthma have been used by athletes as "nonsteroidal anabolic agents."

During and after World War II, it was found that malnourished people could gain weight more rapidly if they were treated with which of the following?

Which widely used legal dietary supplement has been shown to increase strength?

According to the Major League Baseball Drug Policy, what are the specific Penalties for violating their policies relating specifically to steroid use, after the third positive test?

It is acceptable for CFL athletes to use dietary supplements containing ephedrine.

Increasingly, bodybuilders are seeking the look of someone who is both strong and lean, with lots of muscle definition. What is often their ideal body fat goal and what is considered the norm for men?

In 2013, how many Major League Baseball players were accused of obtaining performance-enhancing drugs, specifically human growth hormone?

Describe the role of human growth hormone on the human body and potential problems.

Some bodybuilders are trying to appear not only big and strong, but also lean. How is this sometimes described?

Which early type of stimulant drug was reported to have been used by boxers and others?