Question 1

Which accounts for the largest amount of water loss in a sedentary individual?

Accepted Answer

A)  Feces 
B)  Lungs 
C)  Perspiration 
D)  Urine 
A)  Feces 
B)  Lungs 
C)  Perspiration 
D)  Urine

Question 2

Athletes participating in which sport need to be the most concerned about consuming fluids that contain sodium to offset the amount being lost in sweat?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sprint running 
B)  Field events (e.g., shot putting, high jumping) 
C)  10 km running 
D)  Marathon running 
A)  Sprint running 
B)  Field events (e.g., shot putting, high jumping) 
C)  10 km running 
D)  Marathon running

Question 3

In addition to beverages and food, another source of water for the body is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  aerobic metabolism 
B)  anaerobic metabolism 
C)  osmosis 
D)  hydrostatic pressure 
A)  aerobic metabolism 
B)  anaerobic metabolism 
C)  osmosis 
D)  hydrostatic pressure

Question 4

An athlete's pre-exercise weight is 163 pounds. His post-exercise weight is 161 pounds. What does this two (2) pound weight loss represent?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fat loss 
B)  Loss of muscle mass 
C)  Fluid loss 
D)  Lean body mass 
A)  Fat loss 
B)  Loss of muscle mass 
C)  Fluid loss 
D)  Lean body mass

Question 5

Dehydration and hypohydration can be used interchangeably because they both refer to the process of losing water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The immediate feeling of "energy" produced by energy drinks is most likely due to ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  kilocalories 
B)  carbohydrate 
C)  caffeine 
D)  electrolytes 
A)  kilocalories 
B)  carbohydrate 
C)  caffeine 
D)  electrolytes

Question 7

If the osmolarity of intracellular fluid is higher than that of extracellular fluid, what is the effect on water movement?

Accepted Answer

A)  Water will flow out of the cell. 
B)  Water will flow into the cell. 
C)  More water will be absorbed from food. 
D)  More sweat will be produced. 
A)  Water will flow out of the cell. 
B)  Water will flow into the cell. 
C)  More water will be absorbed from food. 
D)  More sweat will be produced.

Question 8

The two best strategies to aid performance and prevent hyponatremia in ultraendurance athletes are ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  replenishment of sodium and prevention of overdrinking 
B)  replenishment of sodium and voluntary dehydration 
C)  replenishment of sodium and intake of a large amount of potassium 
D)  intake of salt tablets and excessive water intake 
A)  replenishment of sodium and prevention of overdrinking 
B)  replenishment of sodium and voluntary dehydration 
C)  replenishment of sodium and intake of a large amount of potassium 
D)  intake of salt tablets and excessive water intake

Question 9

All fluids can have a diuretic effect.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The addition of water to the body is primarily accomplished through metabolism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

It is unsafe to make a blanket recommendation for fluid intake during exercise for all members of the same team.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Hyponatremia is defined as a plasma sodium concentration below 135 mmol/L.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

When comparing urine to a color chart, it is recommended that athletes use urine obtained from ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  the first void (urination) of the day 
B)  the second void (urination) of the day 
C)  the last void (urination) before going to bed for the night 
D)  any void (urination) during the day 
A)  the first void (urination) of the day 
B)  the second void (urination) of the day 
C)  the last void (urination) before going to bed for the night 
D)  any void (urination) during the day

Question 14

Match the statement with the term that best describes it. Answers may be used more than once.
a.hypotonic
b.hypertonic
c.osmosis
d.osmolarity
e.hydrostatic pressure
-Body fluids are considered to be ____ if they have a concentration of solutes that is less than the concentration of solutes in the cell.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the statement with the term that...

Question 15

Adding small amounts of sodium to a beverage is advantageous because it ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  makes the drink more palatable 
B)  decreases voluntary fluid consumption 
C)  inhibits thirst 
D)  decreases body water retention 
A)  makes the drink more palatable 
B)  decreases voluntary fluid consumption 
C)  inhibits thirst 
D)  decreases body water retention

Question 16

Match the statement with the term that best describes it. Answers may be used more than once.
a.hypotonic
b.hypertonic
c.osmosis
d.osmolarity
e.hydrostatic pressure
-Concentration of solutes in a particular fluid.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the statement with the term that...

Question 17

Glycerol loading results in a gain in body weight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The condition of euhydration is when there is an insufficient amount of water in the body to meet physiological demands.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

To avoid a moderate potassium deficiency, it is recommended that individuals, including athletes, should ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  use a salt substitute (potassium chloride) daily 
B)  avoid exercising in the heat 
C)  consume a variety of fruits and vegetables daily 
D)  consume snack foods such as popcorn 
A)  use a salt substitute (potassium chloride) daily 
B)  avoid exercising in the heat 
C)  consume a variety of fruits and vegetables daily 
D)  consume snack foods such as popcorn

Question 20

What is the primary source of sodium in the average American diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  Using a salt shaker to add sodium to food 
B)  Consuming food and fluid that naturally contain sodium 
C)  Consuming processed food 
D)  Consuming foods such as milk, vegetables, and grains 
A)  Using a salt shaker to add sodium to food 
B)  Consuming food and fluid that naturally contain sodium 
C)  Consuming processed food 
D)  Consuming foods such as milk, vegetables, and grains

Which accounts for the largest amount of water loss in a sedentary individual?

Athletes participating in which sport need to be the most concerned about consuming fluids that contain sodium to offset the amount being lost in sweat?

In addition to beverages and food, another source of water for the body is ____.

An athlete's pre-exercise weight is 163 pounds. His post-exercise weight is 161 pounds. What does this two (2) pound weight loss represent?

Dehydration and hypohydration can be used interchangeably because they both refer to the process of losing water.

The immediate feeling of "energy" produced by energy drinks is most likely due to ____.

If the osmolarity of intracellular fluid is higher than that of extracellular fluid, what is the effect on water movement?

The two best strategies to aid performance and prevent hyponatremia in ultraendurance athletes are ____.

All fluids can have a diuretic effect.

The addition of water to the body is primarily accomplished through metabolism.

It is unsafe to make a blanket recommendation for fluid intake during exercise for all members of the same team.

Hyponatremia is defined as a plasma sodium concentration below 135 mmol/L.

When comparing urine to a color chart, it is recommended that athletes use urine obtained from ____.

Adding small amounts of sodium to a beverage is advantageous because it ____.

Match the statement with the term that best describes it. Answers may be used more than once. a.hypotonic b.hypertonic c.osmosis d.osmolarity e.hydrostatic pressure -Concentration of solutes in a particular fluid.

Glycerol loading results in a gain in body weight.

The condition of euhydration is when there is an insufficient amount of water in the body to meet physiological demands.

To avoid a moderate potassium deficiency, it is recommended that individuals, including athletes, should ____.

What is the primary source of sodium in the average American diet?

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

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Exam 7: Water and Electrolytes

Which accounts for the largest amount of water loss in a sedentary individual?

Athletes participating in which sport need to be the most concerned about consuming fluids that contain sodium to offset the amount being lost in sweat?

In addition to beverages and food, another source of water for the body is ____.

An athlete's pre-exercise weight is 163 pounds. His post-exercise weight is 161 pounds. What does this two (2) pound weight loss represent?

Dehydration and hypohydration can be used interchangeably because they both refer to the process of losing water.

The immediate feeling of "energy" produced by energy drinks is most likely due to ____.

If the osmolarity of intracellular fluid is higher than that of extracellular fluid, what is the effect on water movement?

The two best strategies to aid performance and prevent hyponatremia in ultraendurance athletes are ____.

All fluids can have a diuretic effect.

The addition of water to the body is primarily accomplished through metabolism.

It is unsafe to make a blanket recommendation for fluid intake during exercise for all members of the same team.

Hyponatremia is defined as a plasma sodium concentration below 135 mmol/L.

When comparing urine to a color chart, it is recommended that athletes use urine obtained from ____.

Adding small amounts of sodium to a beverage is advantageous because it ____.

Match the statement with the term that best describes it. Answers may be used more than once. a.hypotonic b.hypertonic c.osmosis d.osmolarity e.hydrostatic pressure -Concentration of solutes in a particular fluid.

Glycerol loading results in a gain in body weight.

The condition of euhydration is when there is an insufficient amount of water in the body to meet physiological demands.

To avoid a moderate potassium deficiency, it is recommended that individuals, including athletes, should ____.

What is the primary source of sodium in the average American diet?

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

Filters