23 Questions
What is a general side effect of using steroids?
Increased risk of liver disease
What is a potential consequence of using erythropoietin (EPO)?
Pulmonary embolism
What is a psychological side effect of doping?
Increased aggression
What is a social consequence of doping?
Disruption of personal life
What is a financial consequence of doping?
Loss of income
What is a physical side effect of human growth hormone?
Severe headaches and loss of vision
What is a potential consequence of steroid use in males?
Shrinking testicles
What is a potential consequence of erythropoietin (EPO) use?
Increased risk of heart attack and stroke
What is a possible consequence of doping in sports?
Loss of medals and qualification places
What is a common problem faced by drug users?
Lack of concern in things they used to love
What is a key step in recovering from drug addiction?
Find support from others
What is a characteristic of infectious diseases?
They are caused by disease-causing organisms
Which of the following is an example of an infectious disease?
HIV-AIDS
What is a common symptom of diseases?
Headache
What is the difference between infectious and non-infectious diseases?
Infectious diseases are caused by disease-causing organisms, while non-infectious diseases are not
What is a consequence of not seeking help for drug addiction?
Family breakdown and homelessness
What is the primary way that vaccination works?
By making the body defend against disease-causing organisms
What is the main consequence of HIV infection on the body's immune system?
It destroys T-lymphocytes cells
What is the primary mechanism of transmission for some infectious diseases?
Through direct contact with a patient
What is the result of opportunistic diseases in people with AIDS?
Weight loss and diarrhea
What is the importance of proper waste disposal in preventing infectious diseases?
It helps to prevent the spread of disease-causing organisms
What is the term used to describe people who have HIV in their body?
Both a and b
What is the goal of control measures in preventing infectious diseases?
To break transmission cycles by removing the conditions that favor the spread of the disease-causing organisms
This quiz covers the consequences of doping in sports, including loss of results and legal consequences.
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