Question 1

Which vitamin is often poorly absorbed after gastric bypass surgery?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​vitamin C 
B) vitamin D 
C) vitamin E 
D) vitamin K 
E) ​beta-carotene 
A) ​vitamin C 
B) vitamin D 
C) vitamin E 
D) vitamin K 
E) ​beta-carotene

Question 2

Fad diets all share the property of being limited in calories and often provide inadequate amounts of certain nutrients.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A number of popular diets have been tested by research studies; however,most of the people in the studies were unable to stick to a particular diet for a year,primarily because _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​it was too hard to follow 
B) weekly weight-loss was insufficient 
C) protein intake was too low 
D) fat intake was too low 
E) ​carbohydrate intake was too low 
A) ​it was too hard to follow 
B) weekly weight-loss was insufficient 
C) protein intake was too low 
D) fat intake was too low 
E) ​carbohydrate intake was too low

Question 4

The malabsorption of fat caused by orlistat also reduces the absorption of a number of fat-soluble nutrients.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

On average,individuals who undergo gastric bypass surgery _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​lose 48% of their excess body weight 
B) lose 60% of their excess body weight 
C) lose 75% of their excess body weight 
D) have the procedure reversed after weight loss goals are achieved 
E) ​completely resolve all of their health-related problems 
A) ​lose 48% of their excess body weight 
B) lose 60% of their excess body weight 
C) lose 75% of their excess body weight 
D) have the procedure reversed after weight loss goals are achieved 
E) ​completely resolve all of their health-related problems

Question 6

A number of dietary supplements and medications sold over the Internet are currently approved by the FDA as safe or effective for weight loss.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The lap-band procedure is associated with greater levels of weight loss than gastric bypass surgery.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What is the field of medicine concerned with weight loss?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​nephrology 
B) hematology 
C) abdominal radiology 
D) anesthesiology 
E) ​bariatrics 
A) ​nephrology 
B) hematology 
C) abdominal radiology 
D) anesthesiology 
E) ​bariatrics

Question 9

A typical weight-loss pattern _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​should follow a straight downward curve 
B) will include peaks,valleys,and plateaus 
C) will be dramatic for the first month and then plateau for an extended period 
D) will be slow at first and then increase rapidly 
E) ​will include a period of weight gain just before the goal weight is reached 
A) ​should follow a straight downward curve 
B) will include peaks,valleys,and plateaus 
C) will be dramatic for the first month and then plateau for an extended period 
D) will be slow at first and then increase rapidly 
E) ​will include a period of weight gain just before the goal weight is reached

Question 10

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends at least 20 minutes of moderate physical activity for weight loss in overweight and obese adults.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The benefits of regular physical activity include _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​decreased abdominal fat stores only 
B) improved cholesterol levels only 
C) increased blood pressure only 
D) decreased abdominal fat stores and improved cholesterol levels 
E) ​improved cholesterol levels and increased blood pressure 
A) ​decreased abdominal fat stores only 
B) improved cholesterol levels only 
C) increased blood pressure only 
D) decreased abdominal fat stores and improved cholesterol levels 
E) ​improved cholesterol levels and increased blood pressure

Question 12

Often people believe that a product or service must be effective or it wouldn't be allowed on the market.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Monica has been trying to lose weight for about a year.Throughout the past year she has educated herself on the guidelines of good nutrition and exercise.Despite knowing that she needs to change her lifestyle,she is frustrated with her inability to lose weight and wants to "jumpstart" her weight loss.She is trying to lose 5 to 10 pounds as soon as possible because she feels that gradual changes are disappointing and she is unable to commit to gradual change.As a result,she ends up overeating and does not exercise.For her most recent diet she decides to try a popular very low-calorie quick weight-loss approach and adhere to the following program:day 1:fruits only,day 2:vegetables only,day 3:fruits and vegetables only,day 4:6 bananas and milk,days 5 and 6:tomatoes only,day 7:eat whatever you want.In addition to the diet Monica exercises once per day for a short period of time if she has time.
-Which exercise routine would be best for Monica in order to lose weight?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​low-intensity aerobic activity for 25-30 minutes,4 times a week 
B) moderate-intensity aerobic activity for 45-60 minutes every day 
C) high-intensity aerobic activity for 20 minutes every day 
D) high-intensity weight training 5 times a week for 45 minutes 
E) ​only non-weight bearing activities such as swimming for 60 minutes every day 
A) ​low-intensity aerobic activity for 25-30 minutes,4 times a week 
B) moderate-intensity aerobic activity for 45-60 minutes every day 
C) high-intensity aerobic activity for 20 minutes every day 
D) high-intensity weight training 5 times a week for 45 minutes 
E) ​only non-weight bearing activities such as swimming for 60 minutes every day

Question 14

Weight-loss products and services are tested for safety before they reach the market.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

While reading a magazine James notices an ad for a safe weight loss supplement that promises rapid weight loss.Which claims and/or terms used in the ad are red flags?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​safe only 
B) promises rapid weight loss 
C) supplement only 
D) safe; promises rapid weight loss 
E) ​safe; supplement 
A) ​safe only 
B) promises rapid weight loss 
C) supplement only 
D) safe; promises rapid weight loss 
E) ​safe; supplement

Question 16

Which weight-loss approach works by partially blocking fat absorption in the intestines?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​orlistat 
B) Meridia 
C) gastric bypass surgery 
D) lap-band surgery 
E) ​liposuction 
A) ​orlistat 
B) Meridia 
C) gastric bypass surgery 
D) lap-band surgery 
E) ​liposuction

Question 17

Any popularized approach to quick weight loss that calls for a reduction in caloric intake will produce long-term weight loss.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The lap-band procedure is reversible.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends _____ physical activity per day for weight loss in overweight and obese adults.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​20 minutes of low-intensity 
B) 20 minutes of high-intensity 
C) 32 to 60 minutes of low-intensity 
D) 32 to 60 minutes of moderate-intensity 
E) ​45 minutes of high-intensity 
A) ​20 minutes of low-intensity 
B) 20 minutes of high-intensity 
C) 32 to 60 minutes of low-intensity 
D) 32 to 60 minutes of moderate-intensity 
E) ​45 minutes of high-intensity

Question 20

Weight-control methods found to be safe and that lead to an average of _____% loss of initial body weight over a one-year period are identified as being successful.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​5 
B) 10 
C) 15 
D) 20 
E) ​25 
A) ​5 
B) 10 
C) 15 
D) 20 
E) ​25

Exam 10: Weight Control: The Myths and Realities

Which vitamin is often poorly absorbed after gastric bypass surgery?​

Fad diets all share the property of being limited in calories and often provide inadequate amounts of certain nutrients.​

A number of popular diets have been tested by research studies; however,most of the people in the studies were unable to stick to a particular diet for a year,primarily because _____.​

The malabsorption of fat caused by orlistat also reduces the absorption of a number of fat-soluble nutrients.​

On average,individuals who undergo gastric bypass surgery _____.​

A number of dietary supplements and medications sold over the Internet are currently approved by the FDA as safe or effective for weight loss.​

The lap-band procedure is associated with greater levels of weight loss than gastric bypass surgery.​

What is the field of medicine concerned with weight loss?​

A typical weight-loss pattern _____.​

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends at least 20 minutes of moderate physical activity for weight loss in overweight and obese adults.​

The benefits of regular physical activity include _____.​

Often people believe that a product or service must be effective or it wouldn't be allowed on the market.​

Weight-loss products and services are tested for safety before they reach the market.​

While reading a magazine James notices an ad for a safe weight loss supplement that promises rapid weight loss.Which claims and/or terms used in the ad are red flags?​

Which weight-loss approach works by partially blocking fat absorption in the intestines?​

Any popularized approach to quick weight loss that calls for a reduction in caloric intake will produce long-term weight loss.​

The lap-band procedure is reversible.​

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends _____ physical activity per day for weight loss in overweight and obese adults.​

Weight-control methods found to be safe and that lead to an average of _____% loss of initial body weight over a one-year period are identified as being successful.​

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Which vitamin is often poorly absorbed after gastric bypass surgery?

Fad diets all share the property of being limited in calories and often provide inadequate amounts of certain nutrients.

A number of popular diets have been tested by research studies; however,most of the people in the studies were unable to stick to a particular diet for a year,primarily because _____.

The malabsorption of fat caused by orlistat also reduces the absorption of a number of fat-soluble nutrients.

On average,individuals who undergo gastric bypass surgery _____.

A number of dietary supplements and medications sold over the Internet are currently approved by the FDA as safe or effective for weight loss.

The lap-band procedure is associated with greater levels of weight loss than gastric bypass surgery.

What is the field of medicine concerned with weight loss?

A typical weight-loss pattern _____.

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends at least 20 minutes of moderate physical activity for weight loss in overweight and obese adults.

The benefits of regular physical activity include _____.

Often people believe that a product or service must be effective or it wouldn't be allowed on the market.

Weight-loss products and services are tested for safety before they reach the market.

While reading a magazine James notices an ad for a safe weight loss supplement that promises rapid weight loss.Which claims and/or terms used in the ad are red flags?

Which weight-loss approach works by partially blocking fat absorption in the intestines?

Any popularized approach to quick weight loss that calls for a reduction in caloric intake will produce long-term weight loss.

The lap-band procedure is reversible.

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends _____ physical activity per day for weight loss in overweight and obese adults.

Weight-control methods found to be safe and that lead to an average of _____% loss of initial body weight over a one-year period are identified as being successful.