Question 1

What is interstitial fluid?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fluid surrounding the cells 
B)  Any fluid associated with the cardiovascular system 
C)  Any fluid that does not contain cations 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Fluid surrounding the cells 
B)  Any fluid associated with the cardiovascular system 
C)  Any fluid that does not contain cations 
D)  All of the above

Question 2

Two factors that may be associated with hyponatremia are:

Accepted Answer

A)  large losses of sodium in sweat and low water intake. 
B)  large losses of sodium in sweat and excessive water intake. 
C)  intake of salt tablets and low water intake. 
D)  intake of salt tablets and excessive water intake. 
A)  large losses of sodium in sweat and low water intake. 
B)  large losses of sodium in sweat and excessive water intake. 
C)  intake of salt tablets and low water intake. 
D)  intake of salt tablets and excessive water intake.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

After exercise, a beverage containing sodium is more effective for full rehydration than plain water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

In which compartment is the largest amount of body fluid stored?

Accepted Answer

A)  Blood plasma 
B)  Interstitial fluid 
C)  Extracellular fluid 
D)  Intracellular fluid 
A)  Blood plasma 
B)  Interstitial fluid 
C)  Extracellular fluid 
D)  Intracellular fluid

Question 6

When conditions are more humid, sweating is a less effective means of regulating body temperature.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following is a true statement regarding sodium excretion?

Accepted Answer

A)  Urinary sodium excretion is precisely controlled by the kidneys. 
B)  If sodium intake is high, most of the excess sodium is excreted via sweat. 
C)  If sodium intake is high, most of the excess sodium is excreted via the feces. 
D)  Excess sodium intake is difficult to excrete and any excess is stored in the liver. 
A)  Urinary sodium excretion is precisely controlled by the kidneys. 
B)  If sodium intake is high, most of the excess sodium is excreted via sweat. 
C)  If sodium intake is high, most of the excess sodium is excreted via the feces. 
D)  Excess sodium intake is difficult to excrete and any excess is stored in the liver.

Question 8

Discuss the effect of exercise on fluid balance, and outline strategies for maintaining fluid balance before, during, and after exercise.

Accepted Answer

Exercise can have a significant impact o

Question 9

It is recommended that athletes avoid caffeine-containing beverages because of the negative effect these beverages have on fluid and electrolyte balance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Hyponatremia is most likely to be a problem for ultradistance athletes and slow marathon runners.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A simple, logical approach for monitoring adequate hydration considers three factors: thirst, body weight loss, and _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A simple, logical approach for monitoring adequate...

Question 12

Wearing uniforms and protective gear while exercising in the heat typically:

Accepted Answer

A)  keeps the sun off the skin and prevents body temperature from rising. 
B)  restricts the evaporation of sweat and results in body temperature rising. 
C)  has little effect on body temperature. 
A)  keeps the sun off the skin and prevents body temperature from rising. 
B)  restricts the evaporation of sweat and results in body temperature rising. 
C)  has little effect on body temperature.

Question 13

It is easy for athletes who train in the heat to dehydrate because the rate of water absorption from the stomach and intestine is usually slower than the rate of loss from sweat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

When environmental conditions are more humid, sweating is:

Accepted Answer

A)  a more effective means of regulating body temperature. 
B)  a less effective means of regulating body temperature. 
C)  not affected by the change. 
A)  a more effective means of regulating body temperature. 
B)  a less effective means of regulating body temperature. 
C)  not affected by the change.

Question 15

What is insensible water loss?

Accepted Answer

A)  Loss of water as a result of sweating but not cooling in humid conditions 
B)  Large losses of water due to excessive sweating 
C)  Loss of water from the body that is not noticeable 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Loss of water as a result of sweating but not cooling in humid conditions 
B)  Large losses of water due to excessive sweating 
C)  Loss of water from the body that is not noticeable 
D)  All of the above

Question 16

Which of the following does NOT occur when an athlete is hypohydrated?

Accepted Answer

A)  Blood volume declines 
B)  Osmolarity of the blood declines 
C)  Risk for hyperthermia increases 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Blood volume declines 
B)  Osmolarity of the blood declines 
C)  Risk for hyperthermia increases 
D)  All of the above

Question 17

Which of the following is an example of water shifting due to hydrostatic pressure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Loss of plasma volume due to heavy sweating 
B)  Swelling of the feet and ankles when standing for a long period of time 
C)  Swelling of cells due to high intracellular sodium concentrations 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Loss of plasma volume due to heavy sweating 
B)  Swelling of the feet and ankles when standing for a long period of time 
C)  Swelling of cells due to high intracellular sodium concentrations 
D)  All of the above

Question 18

Why is a large and rapid excess water intake dangerous for an endurance athlete?

Accepted Answer

A)  The renal system is overwhelmed and cannot excrete enough urine. 
B)  Water shifts from the extracellular fluid to the intracellular fluid compartments. 
C)  As a compensatory measure, the body increases the amount of sweat produced. 
D)  a and b 
A)  The renal system is overwhelmed and cannot excrete enough urine. 
B)  Water shifts from the extracellular fluid to the intracellular fluid compartments. 
C)  As a compensatory measure, the body increases the amount of sweat produced. 
D)  a and b

Question 19

Which athlete is most likely to suffer from hyponatremia?

Accepted Answer

A)  Strength athlete such as a football player 
B)  Elite marathon runner 
C)  Slow marathon runner 
D)  Soccer player 
A)  Strength athlete such as a football player 
B)  Elite marathon runner 
C)  Slow marathon runner 
D)  Soccer player

Question 20

The Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) for sodium is 1,500 mg daily, however, these recommendations do NOT apply to:

Accepted Answer

A)  men and women under the age of 50. 
B)  sedentary individuals. 
C)  lightly active individuals. 
D)  highly active individuals who sweat heavily. 
A)  men and women under the age of 50. 
B)  sedentary individuals. 
C)  lightly active individuals. 
D)  highly active individuals who sweat heavily.

What is interstitial fluid?

Two factors that may be associated with hyponatremia are:

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

After exercise, a beverage containing sodium is more effective for full rehydration than plain water.

In which compartment is the largest amount of body fluid stored?

When conditions are more humid, sweating is a less effective means of regulating body temperature.

Which of the following is a true statement regarding sodium excretion?

Discuss the effect of exercise on fluid balance, and outline strategies for maintaining fluid balance before, during, and after exercise.

It is recommended that athletes avoid caffeine-containing beverages because of the negative effect these beverages have on fluid and electrolyte balance.

Hyponatremia is most likely to be a problem for ultradistance athletes and slow marathon runners.

A simple, logical approach for monitoring adequate hydration considers three factors: thirst, body weight loss, and _____.

Wearing uniforms and protective gear while exercising in the heat typically:

It is easy for athletes who train in the heat to dehydrate because the rate of water absorption from the stomach and intestine is usually slower than the rate of loss from sweat.

When environmental conditions are more humid, sweating is:

What is insensible water loss?

Which of the following does NOT occur when an athlete is hypohydrated?

Which of the following is an example of water shifting due to hydrostatic pressure?

Why is a large and rapid excess water intake dangerous for an endurance athlete?

Which athlete is most likely to suffer from hyponatremia?

The Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) for sodium is 1,500 mg daily, however, these recommendations do NOT apply to:

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Exam 7: Water and Electrolytes

What is interstitial fluid?

Two factors that may be associated with hyponatremia are:

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

After exercise, a beverage containing sodium is more effective for full rehydration than plain water.

In which compartment is the largest amount of body fluid stored?

When conditions are more humid, sweating is a less effective means of regulating body temperature.

Which of the following is a true statement regarding sodium excretion?

Discuss the effect of exercise on fluid balance, and outline strategies for maintaining fluid balance before, during, and after exercise.

It is recommended that athletes avoid caffeine-containing beverages because of the negative effect these beverages have on fluid and electrolyte balance.

Hyponatremia is most likely to be a problem for ultradistance athletes and slow marathon runners.

A simple, logical approach for monitoring adequate hydration considers three factors: thirst, body weight loss, and _____.

Wearing uniforms and protective gear while exercising in the heat typically:

It is easy for athletes who train in the heat to dehydrate because the rate of water absorption from the stomach and intestine is usually slower than the rate of loss from sweat.

When environmental conditions are more humid, sweating is:

What is insensible water loss?

Which of the following does NOT occur when an athlete is hypohydrated?

Which of the following is an example of water shifting due to hydrostatic pressure?

Why is a large and rapid excess water intake dangerous for an endurance athlete?

Which athlete is most likely to suffer from hyponatremia?

The Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) for sodium is 1,500 mg daily, however, these recommendations do NOT apply to:

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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