Which of the Following Is the Most Significant Rationale for Eliminating

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most significant rationale for eliminating alcohol intake during athletic performance?

• A) Alcohol is not metabolized in muscle.
• B) Alcohol inhibits glycogen breakdown.
• C) Alcohol inhibits creatine phosphate synthesis.
• D) Alcohol interferes with ATP synthesis in the liver.

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Definitions:

Pre-Eclampsia

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Prenatal Care

Medical and health care provided to a pregnant woman to ensure the health of both the mother and the fetus during pregnancy.

Embryonic Stage

The stage of prenatal development that lasts from implantation through the eighth week of pregnancy. It is characterized by the development of the major organ systems.

Teratogens

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