A Varsity Sprinter Is Considering Taking Caffeine Pills Before Competition

question 74

Multiple Choice

A varsity sprinter is considering taking caffeine pills before competition to enhance his performance. What will you tell him about caffeine?

• A)Caffeine provides no performance benefits for any type of athletic event.
• B)Caffeine helps dilate blood vessels to increase blood flow to the muscles.
• C)Caffeine is a bioactive compound and does not have any adverse effects.
• D)Caffeine causes headaches, trembling, and an abnormally fast heart rate in high doses .
• E)Caffeine causes diarrhea, nervousness, irritability, headaches, and dehydration in small doses.

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