Question 1

Which of the following statements relative to exercise and body temperature is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  exercise can produce significant amounts of heat, but the body temperature is usually regulated quite effectively 
B)  sweat is mainly water and its evaporation is the main means of temperature regulation when exercising in the heat 
C)  rehydration with cold water appears to be an effective technique to help reduce the rise in body temperature during exercise 
D)  electrolyte replacement is generally not needed during exercise itself 
E)  if an equal amount of fluid is consumed, carbohydrate solutions are more effective than plain water as a means to control body temperature during short-term exercise 
A)  exercise can produce significant amounts of heat, but the body temperature is usually regulated quite effectively 
B)  sweat is mainly water and its evaporation is the main means of temperature regulation when exercising in the heat 
C)  rehydration with cold water appears to be an effective technique to help reduce the rise in body temperature during exercise 
D)  electrolyte replacement is generally not needed during exercise itself 
E)  if an equal amount of fluid is consumed, carbohydrate solutions are more effective than plain water as a means to control body temperature during short-term exercise

Question 2

Magnesium supplementation has been shown to lower blood pressure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

All individuals will experience a decrease in blood pressure from an aerobic exercise program.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

An athlete loses 2 kilograms of bodyweight during a training session. What volume of fluid should be consumed to replace the amount of fluid lost?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 liter 
B)  2 liters 
C)  3 liters 
D)  4 liters 
E)  6 liters 
A)  1 liter 
B)  2 liters 
C)  3 liters 
D)  4 liters 
E)  6 liters

Question 5

Insensible perspiration is the major source of sodium chloride loss in the body and accounts for
approximately 30 percent of body water loss.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The most potentially dangerous heat illness is:

Accepted Answer

A)  heat cramps 
B)  heat syncope 
C)  heat exhaustion 
D)  heat urticaria 
E)  heat stroke 
A)  heat cramps 
B)  heat syncope 
C)  heat exhaustion 
D)  heat urticaria 
E)  heat stroke

Question 7

An appropriate amount of carbohydrate in solution may maintain body temperatures as effectively as
water and may enhance endurance performance, as well.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Two important determinants of blood pressure are the volume of blood in circulation and the
resistance to blood flow.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

If an individual generated 1,160 heat Calories while exercising for two hours, how much sweat would need to evaporate in order to prevent any change in body temperature?

Accepted Answer

A)  290 milliliters 
B)  580 milliliters 
C)  760 milliliters 
D)  1,000 milliliters 
E)  2,000 milliliters 
A)  290 milliliters 
B)  580 milliliters 
C)  760 milliliters 
D)  1,000 milliliters 
E)  2,000 milliliters

Question 10

Which of the following dietary modifications may help reduce or prevent hypertension?

Accepted Answer

A)  Follow the recommended upper limit of 10 grams of salt per day 
B)  Salt restriction in the diet is definitely beneficial for normotensive individuals 
C)  Fruits and vegetables will reduce blood pressure in normotensive adults, but fails to do the same for hypertensive adults 
D) Although moderate alcohol consumption confers some health benefits, excess alcohol intake is linked to high blood pressure 
A)  Follow the recommended upper limit of 10 grams of salt per day 
B)  Salt restriction in the diet is definitely beneficial for normotensive individuals 
C)  Fruits and vegetables will reduce blood pressure in normotensive adults, but fails to do the same for hypertensive adults 
D) Although moderate alcohol consumption confers some health benefits, excess alcohol intake is linked to high blood pressure

Question 11

Heat stroke or exertional heat stroke is the most dangerous heat injury.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Water is the most important nutrient in the chemistry and functioning of living forms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which of the following statements about sweat is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  it is hypertonic compared to body fluids 
B)  the most abundant electrolytes in it are sodium and chloride 
C)  it is primarily water 
D)  it contains trace minerals like iron and zinc 
E)  it contains small amounts of protein, nitrogen, and water soluble vitamins 
A)  it is hypertonic compared to body fluids 
B)  the most abundant electrolytes in it are sodium and chloride 
C)  it is primarily water 
D)  it contains trace minerals like iron and zinc 
E)  it contains small amounts of protein, nitrogen, and water soluble vitamins

Question 14

Skin wetting techniques

Accepted Answer

A)  have been shown to decrease sweat loss and cause major reductions in core temperature. 
B)  may be potentially harmful for the psychological sense of relief that they produce. 
C)  have been the topic of much research and it appears that both scientists and athletes are in agreement on their usefulness. 
D)  may not actually help the athlete, but also pose no danger to the athlete. 
A)  have been shown to decrease sweat loss and cause major reductions in core temperature. 
B)  may be potentially harmful for the psychological sense of relief that they produce. 
C)  have been the topic of much research and it appears that both scientists and athletes are in agreement on their usefulness. 
D)  may not actually help the athlete, but also pose no danger to the athlete.

Question 15

Which of the following is not one of the physical means whereby heat is lost from the human body?

Accepted Answer

A)  sweating 
B)  conduction 
C)  radiation 
D)  convection 
A)  sweating 
B)  conduction 
C)  radiation 
D)  convection

Question 16

What is the term used to describe the process where heat is transferred by movement of air or water over the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Conduction 
B)  Convection 
C)  Radiation 
D)  Evaporation 
A)  Conduction 
B)  Convection 
C)  Radiation 
D)  Evaporation

Question 17

Body temperature refers to the internal, or core temperature, and not the external shell
temperature.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of the following statements relative to exercise and body temperature is FALSE?

Magnesium supplementation has been shown to lower blood pressure.

All individuals will experience a decrease in blood pressure from an aerobic exercise program.

An athlete loses 2 kilograms of bodyweight during a training session. What volume of fluid should be consumed to replace the amount of fluid lost?

Insensible perspiration is the major source of sodium chloride loss in the body and accounts for approximately 30 percent of body water loss.

The most potentially dangerous heat illness is:

An appropriate amount of carbohydrate in solution may maintain body temperatures as effectively as water and may enhance endurance performance, as well.

Two important determinants of blood pressure are the volume of blood in circulation and the resistance to blood flow.

If an individual generated 1,160 heat Calories while exercising for two hours, how much sweat would need to evaporate in order to prevent any change in body temperature?

Which of the following dietary modifications may help reduce or prevent hypertension?

Heat stroke or exertional heat stroke is the most dangerous heat injury.

Water is the most important nutrient in the chemistry and functioning of living forms.

Which of the following statements about sweat is FALSE?

Skin wetting techniques

Which of the following is not one of the physical means whereby heat is lost from the human body?

What is the term used to describe the process where heat is transferred by movement of air or water over the body?

Body temperature refers to the internal, or core temperature, and not the external shell temperature.

Introduction to Nutrition for Health, Fitness, and Sports Performance

Healthful Nutrition for Fitness and Sport: the Consumer Athlete

Human Energy

Carbohydrates: the Main Energy Food

Fat: an Important Energy Source During Exercise

Protein: the Tissue Builder

Vitamins: the Organic Regulators

Minerals: the Inorganic Regulators

Body Weight and Composition for Health and Sport

Weight Maintenance and Loss Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

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Exam 9: Water, Electrolytes and Temperature Regulation

Which of the following statements relative to exercise and body temperature is FALSE?

Magnesium supplementation has been shown to lower blood pressure.

All individuals will experience a decrease in blood pressure from an aerobic exercise program.

An athlete loses 2 kilograms of bodyweight during a training session. What volume of fluid should be consumed to replace the amount of fluid lost?

Insensible perspiration is the major source of sodium chloride loss in the body and accounts for approximately 30 percent of body water loss.

The most potentially dangerous heat illness is:

An appropriate amount of carbohydrate in solution may maintain body temperatures as effectively as water and may enhance endurance performance, as well.

Two important determinants of blood pressure are the volume of blood in circulation and the resistance to blood flow.

If an individual generated 1,160 heat Calories while exercising for two hours, how much sweat would need to evaporate in order to prevent any change in body temperature?

Which of the following dietary modifications may help reduce or prevent hypertension?

Heat stroke or exertional heat stroke is the most dangerous heat injury.

Water is the most important nutrient in the chemistry and functioning of living forms.

Which of the following statements about sweat is FALSE?

Skin wetting techniques

Which of the following is not one of the physical means whereby heat is lost from the human body?

What is the term used to describe the process where heat is transferred by movement of air or water over the body?

Body temperature refers to the internal, or core temperature, and not the external shell temperature.

Introduction to Nutrition for Health, Fitness, and Sports Performance

Healthful Nutrition for Fitness and Sport: the Consumer Athlete

Human Energy

Carbohydrates: the Main Energy Food

Fat: an Important Energy Source During Exercise

Protein: the Tissue Builder

Vitamins: the Organic Regulators

Minerals: the Inorganic Regulators

Body Weight and Composition for Health and Sport

Weight Maintenance and Loss Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

Weight Gaining Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

Food Drugs and Related Supplements

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