NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PHARMACOLOGY
Question
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Which athlete could possibly test positive for erythropoietin (EPO)
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Cross Country Skier
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Marathon Runer
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Cyclist
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All of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Cyclist Niklas Axelsson tested positive for EPO in 2000.
Detailed explanation-2: -EPO is a hormone used by endurance athletes to boost red blood cell production to increase oxygen transport around the body and improve aerobic performance.
Detailed explanation-3: -How is EPO detected? A test for EPO was first presented at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia that was based on a complementary analysis using blood and urine matrix. With this test, a blood screening took place first, followed by a urine test to confirm possible use of EPO.
Detailed explanation-4: -ERYTHROPOIETIN (EPO) By injecting EPO, athletes aim to increase the concentration of red blood cells to boost their aerobic capacity.
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