THE DIPLOMA IN SPORT AND EXERCISE MEDICINE 
OF GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND

Short Answer Paper

Friday 3 October 2003

Time:	1 hour

ALL questions to be answered

	
1.	A female cyclist has been diagnosed as anaemic.   She has been treated but requests advice on iron and a diet that can ensure she absorbs enough iron.

2.	How would you manage a hockey player who presents with pain in the anterior compartment in a lower leg?

3.	You are the doctor travelling with the national team to compete in the World Championships.   As part of the preparation you are advising them on doping regulations.   Give an outline of the drug categories that are prohibited and the advice that you will give.