Question

joseph is taking amphetamines to combat fatigue during his workout. this may not be a good idea because ______.
a. amphetamines may cause liver and kidney damage if used for an extended period of time
b. amphetamines may cause depression and fatigue after the effect wears off.
c. amphetamines tend to increase blood viscosity and can cause fatal blood clots
d. amphetamines tend to have a negative impact on the metabolic rate and will cause weight gain

please select the best answer from the choices provided.

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

• Option A: Liver and kidney damage from amphetamines is more related to long - term use in general, not specifically tied to workout - related use and combating fatigue.
• Option B: Amphetamines are stimulants. After their stimulant effect wears off, there is a rebound effect of depression and fatigue, which directly relates to Joseph's use to combat fatigue during a workout (as the rebound would negate his goal and cause more fatigue).
• Option C: Amphetamines do not typically increase blood viscosity to cause fatal blood clots as a main concern related to combating workout fatigue.
• Option D: Amphetamines generally increase metabolic rate and can cause weight loss, not weight gain, so this is incorrect.

Answer:

B. amphetamines may cause depression and fatigue after the effect wears off.