Drugs Subject to Certain Restrictions (AQA GCSE Physical Education): Flashcards
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What do beta blockers do?
What do beta blockers do?
Reduce heart rate and anxiety
Which sports use beta blockers?
Which sports use beta blockers?
Precision sports like archery and shooting
What are beta blocker risks?
What are beta blocker risks?
Low blood pressure, dizziness, fatigue
What do glucocorticoids do?
What do glucocorticoids do?
Reduce inflammation and pain
When are glucocorticoids banned?
When are glucocorticoids banned?
In competition when taken orally, IV, IM, or rectally
What are glucocorticoid risks?
What are glucocorticoid risks?
Weaken bones & immune system with prolonged use
What do cannabinoids do?
What do cannabinoids do?
Provide pain relief and reduce anxiety
Are cannabinoids allowed in competition?
Are cannabinoids allowed in competition?
No - banned in competition
What are cannabinoid risks?
What are cannabinoid risks?
Mental health issues, impaired coordination & concentration
Why restrict drugs: fair play?
Why restrict drugs: fair play?
Prevents unfair advantages in competition
Why restrict drugs: health?
Why restrict drugs: health?
Reduces health risks from improper use
Why restrict drugs: ethics?
Why restrict drugs: ethics?
Maintains integrity of sport & athlete conduct