Question 1

Symptoms of steroid abuse in both men and women include __________.

Accepted Answer

Steroid abuse can cause reddening of the face, neck, and upper chest due to increased blood pressure and changes in skin condition.

Question 2

Jake has been training to run in a marathon.He started taking anabolic steroids in January.By February,he doubled his initial dose and by March,he tripled it.Three weeks before the marathon,Jake stopped using anabolic drugs.This procedure is known as __________.

Accepted Answer

Pyramiding involves gradually increasing the dose or frequency of steroid use and then tapering off to complete a cycle. Jake's method of increasing his dose over time before stopping fits this description.

Question 3

Acromegaly is one of the side effects of __________.

Accepted Answer

Acromegaly is a condition caused by excess secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland, which can result from the use of human growth hormone as a medication or as a result of a tumor in the pituitary gland. Anabolic steroids, testosterone-based medications, and human chorionic gonadotropin do not typically cause acromegaly.

Question 4

Anabolic steroids are smuggled into the United States from __________.

Accepted Answer

Anabolic steroids are smuggled into the United States from various international sources, including Europe, Canada, and Mexico, making all of the options correct.

Question 5

Superstitious people,eager to see results,are particularly open to the effects of __________.

Accepted Answer

Superstitious people are more likely to believe in the power of placebos, which are inactive substances or treatments that are given to a patient but are supposed to have therapeutic effects. These effects are typically due to the person's belief in the treatment, rather than any actual physiological effects. Therefore, superstitious people may be more susceptible to experiencing positive outcomes from placebos. Adulterated drugs and drugs offered by strangers are not relevant to this question, and hormone-related substances may have physiological effects rather than being solely dependent on belief.

Question 6

Robert took a combination of two anabolic steroid pills and an injectable form of another anabolic steroid.This practice is known as __________.

Accepted Answer

Stacking is the term used to describe the practice of combining multiple anabolic steroids, usually in pill and injectable form, in order to enhance their muscle-building and performance-enhancing effects. Cycling refers to the practice of using steroids over a set period of time, followed by a period of abstaining from them, while doubling up and streamlining are not commonly used terms in the context of steroid use.

Question 7

In a condition called muscle dysmorphia,the steroid abuser __________.

Accepted Answer

Individuals with muscle dysmorphia see their bodies as weaker than they are, even if they are exceptionally muscular. This condition, also known as bigorexia, is a type of body dysmorphic disorder where individuals become obsessed with the idea that their bodies are not muscular enough, leading them to engage in excessive exercise and steroid abuse. Option A is incorrect, as muscle dysmorphia is characterized by a fixation on being more muscular and not necessarily more beautiful. Option B is unrelated to muscle dysmorphia, which is primarily concerned with muscularity rather than height perception. Option D is also incorrect since individuals with muscle dysmorphia tend to perceive themselves as small and weak, not overweight.

Question 8

It has been suggested that reports by athletes that hGH helped to increase their athletic performance are probably due to __________.

Accepted Answer

Despite popular belief, there is no scientific evidence that hGH can directly increase athletic performance. Many reports of increased performance from athletes may be attributed to the placebo effect, where they believe that taking hGH will enhance their performance, thus leading to perceived improvements. While hGH may indirectly affect strength, endurance, and fatigue, the extent of these effects and their contribution to overall athletic performance is unclear.

Question 9

Stacking refers to __________.

Accepted Answer

Stacking refers to the practice of using multiple anabolic steroids at the same time. This is often done in order to enhance athletic performance and increase muscle growth.

Question 10

In 1990,federal jurisdiction for supervising the sale and possession of anabolic steroids was transferred __________.

Accepted Answer

In 1990, the Anabolic Steroids Control Act was passed, which classified steroids as controlled substances and transferred the responsibility for supervising the sale and possession of anabolic steroids from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

Question 11

A variation of cycling is __________.

Accepted Answer

The term "pyramiding" refers to a variation of cycling where an individual gradually increases the weight they lift during their workout, then gradually decreases it. This technique is often used in strength training to fatigue muscles and promote growth. Stacking and shotgunning are not related to cycling, and streamlining refers to a technique used in swimming or racing to reduce drag.

Question 12

Among steroid abusers,shotgunning refers to __________.

Accepted Answer

Shotgunning refers to taking any steroid that is available, without a specific plan or preference for certain types. This approach is often haphazard and reflects a lack of structured regimen in steroid use.

Question 13

Because hGH has a relatively short half-life,athletes are tested positive only if the drug had been injected in the previous __________.

Accepted Answer

Human Growth Hormone (hGH) has a relatively short detection window, making it difficult to catch in doping tests. The most accurate timeframe for testing positive after injection is within twelve to twenty-four hours, as the hormone's levels in the body return to normal relatively quickly.

Question 14

Martin began a routine of injecting anabolic steroids for six weeks.He then would abstain for one week,and thereafter repeat the process of six weeks on and one week off.This practice is known as __________.

Accepted Answer

This practice is commonly referred to as "cycling" in the world of anabolic steroid use.

Question 15

Two dietary supplements with presumed performance-enhancing effects are __________.

Accepted Answer

Androstenedione and creatine are both commonly used dietary supplements with presumed performance-enhancing effects, particularly in the areas of muscle mass and strength. However, it's important to note that the efficacy and safety of these supplements are still a matter of debate and ongoing research. The other options listed are not commonly used as performance-enhancing supplements.

Question 16

In an Internet survey,about one in four weight lifters and body builders using steroids have reported that __________.

Accepted Answer

The question states that one in four weight lifters and body builders using steroids reported an outcome. The statement "all of the above" encompasses options A, B, and C, which means that weight lifters and body builders using steroids were taking larger amounts of steroids over a longer period of time, needed increased amounts of steroids to achieve the desired effect, and experienced physical or emotional problems when steroids were discontinued. Therefore, the best answer is D.

Question 17

The Anabolic Steroids Control Act of 1990 resulted in __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Anabolic Steroids Control Act of 1990...

Question 18

The Adolescents Training and Learning to Avoid Steroids (ATLAS)program informs young athletes,team coaches,and team captains about __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Adolescents Training and Learning to Avoid...

Question 19

According to the text,human growth hormone (hGH)has become very popular due to __________.

Accepted Answer

The text states that hGH has become very popular due to its wide availability and low cost.

Question 20

More than forty studies of hGH in healthy athletes, conducted between 1966 to 2007,reveal that hGH __________.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that while hGH increases lean body mass, it does not significantly improve strength or endurance in healthy athletes.

Quiz 12: Performance Enhancing Drugs and Drug Testing in Sports