CH20 Caffeine Knowledge Check

What is caffeine proven safe and effective for?

• Enhancing physical strength

• Improving memory

• Curing common colds

• Combating fatigue and drowsiness

Mrs. Young has decided to make her exam closed-note and you forgot until 2330 the night before. Now need to plan for an all-night study session. You're considering how many mg of NoDoz® to consume. What is the recommended dose of caffeine per serving to keep you alert?

• 300-400 mg

• 50-100 mg

• 100-200 mg

• 200-300 mg

How often can caffeine be taken per day?

• Every 3-4 hours

• Every 2 hours

• Twice a day

• Once a day

Imagine you're preparing for a long night of studying and need a caffeine boost. Which of the following is NOT an OTC option for caffeine?

• NoDoz

• Vivarin

• Cafcit®

• Espresso

What can prolonged, high caffeine intake lead to?

• Improved cognitive function

• Lowered heart rate

• Increased physical endurance

• Tolerance and psychological dependence

Recently you went to the doctor and told them you've been drinking 4 cups of coffee every day for the past year. The doctor says your blood pressure is too high and you need to cut back. Instead, you decide to quit coffee cold turkey. What withdrawal symptoms might you experience?

• Headaches, irritation, nervousness

• Increased appetite, weight gain

• Fever, chills

• Skin rash, itching

Imagine you're working late on a project and staying awake. You slam four 12oz cans of Celcius energy drinks with 200 mg of caffeine each. What could be a potential health risk of consuming too much caffeine in this scenario?

• Improved digestion

• Decreased blood pressure

• Increased bone density

• Life-threatening irregular heartbeats

Imagine you're working late on a project and trying to stay awake. You slam four 12oz cans of Celcius energy drinks with 200 mg of caffeine each. What could be a potential health risk of consuming too much caffeine in this scenario?

• Improved digestion

• Decreased blood pressure

• Increased bone density

• Life-threatening irregular heartbeats

Why have emergency department visits risen?

• Due to flu outbreaks

• Due to food poisoning

• Because of accidents at work

• Related to complications from caffeinated energy drinks

Why should pregnant and nursing individuals limit caffeine?

• Caffeine crosses the placenta and enters breast milk

• Caffeine can cause weight loss

• It can lead to dehydration

• It can cause insomnia