Question 1

Genetics influences the way the body consumes, stores, and expends energy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

You are researching a new diet plan that everyone is talking about. Which of the following statements would cause you the least concern regarding this new diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Read testimonials from people who lost 50 pounds in 6 weeks!" 
B)  "Based on complex carbohydrates and lean protein." 
C)  "Only $99 per month to find out more about this great weight loss plan!" 
D)  "Dairy-free, soy-free, gluten-free diet." 
E)  "De-toxifies your digestive tract and resets your metabolism." 
A)  "Read testimonials from people who lost 50 pounds in 6 weeks!" 
B)  "Based on complex carbohydrates and lean protein." 
C)  "Only $99 per month to find out more about this great weight loss plan!" 
D)  "Dairy-free, soy-free, gluten-free diet." 
E)  "De-toxifies your digestive tract and resets your metabolism." B

Question 3

Despite claims that each new fad diet is different and offers a new approach to weight loss, most fad diets

Accepted Answer

A)  cut kcalories. 
B)  eliminate animal-based foods. 
C)  encourage skipping meals. 
D)  are individualized. 
E)  require supplements for effectiveness. 
A)  cut kcalories. 
B)  eliminate animal-based foods. 
C)  encourage skipping meals. 
D)  are individualized. 
E)  require supplements for effectiveness. A

Question 4

The psychological desire to eat is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)  satiety. 
B)  appetite. 
C)  hunger. 
D)  obesity. 
E)  set-point. 
A)  satiety. 
B)  appetite. 
C)  hunger. 
D)  obesity. 
E)  set-point.

Question 5

Which of the following complications would be least likely to result from weight-loss surgery?

Accepted Answer

A)  infections 
B)  nutritional deficiencies 
C)  the development of diabetes 
D)  psychological problems 
E)  dehydration 
A)  infections 
B)  nutritional deficiencies 
C)  the development of diabetes 
D)  psychological problems 
E)  dehydration

Question 6

Warning signs of an unsound weight-loss program include:

Accepted Answer

A)  a diet that provides at least 1200 kcalories. 
B)  recommendations to consume ordinary foods. 
C)  requirements to purchase a particular brand of foods/supplements. 
D)  encouragement to pursue physical activity. 
E)  a diet that limits added sugars and alcohol. 
A)  a diet that provides at least 1200 kcalories. 
B)  recommendations to consume ordinary foods. 
C)  requirements to purchase a particular brand of foods/supplements. 
D)  encouragement to pursue physical activity. 
E)  a diet that limits added sugars and alcohol.

Question 7

Obese people who are maintaining weight have lower blood levels of ghrelin than thinner people on weight-loss diets.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Describe the roles of the built environment and food deserts in the development of obesity.

Accepted Answer

Buildings, sidewalks, and transportation

Question 9

Most obese people have a leptin deficiency.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following is a prescription drug that alters release of the brain's neurotransmitters to suppress appetite?

Accepted Answer

A)  Orlistat 
B)  Phentermine 
C)  Olestra 
D)  Belviq 
E)  Alli 
A)  Orlistat 
B)  Phentermine 
C)  Olestra 
D)  Belviq 
E)  Alli

Question 11

In order to lose 1-2 pounds per week while retaining lean tissue, you would need to reduce your food intake by how many kcalories per day?

Accepted Answer

A)  5-10 
B)  250-500 
C)  500-750 
D)  100-200 
E)  2000-3000 
A)  5-10 
B)  250-500 
C)  500-750 
D)  100-200 
E)  2000-3000

Question 12

Match between columns
                        Premises: Naltrexone
Saxenda
Phentermine
ghrelin
hunger
appetite
built environment
Phentermine plus topiramate combination
Gastric bypass
lipoprotein lipase
hypothalamus
leptin
food deserts
Belviq
Orlistat
set-point theory

Accepted Answer

The Answer of a surgical weight loss method that reduces is...

Question 13

Compared to refined foods, high-fiber, unprocessed, or lightly processed foods aid in weight loss because they provide:

Accepted Answer

A)  less absorption, resulting in fewer kcalories. 
B)  a faster transit time through the intestinal tract. 
C)  more kcalories in a larger amount of food. 
D)  bulk and satiety for fewer kcalories. 
E)  blockage of fats from being absorbed. 
A)  less absorption, resulting in fewer kcalories. 
B)  a faster transit time through the intestinal tract. 
C)  more kcalories in a larger amount of food. 
D)  bulk and satiety for fewer kcalories. 
E)  blockage of fats from being absorbed.

Question 14

Discuss the pros and cons of gastric bypass and gastric banding surgeries for weight loss.

Accepted Answer

Surgical weight loss can be the most eff

Question 15

A key to preventing weight regain is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  only check weight once a month. 
B)  avoid thinking thoughts that promote self-efficacy. 
C)  view weight maintenance as a lifestyle, not a goal. 
D)  skip breakfast every day. 
E)  change eating patterns frequently. 
A)  only check weight once a month. 
B)  avoid thinking thoughts that promote self-efficacy. 
C)  view weight maintenance as a lifestyle, not a goal. 
D)  skip breakfast every day. 
E)  change eating patterns frequently.

Question 16

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends how many minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week for weight gain prevention?

Accepted Answer

A)  15 
B)  60 
C)  90 
D)  120 
E)  150 
A)  15 
B)  60 
C)  90 
D)  120 
E)  150

Question 17

Which of the following is not a weight loss approved drug by the FDA?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ephedrine 
B)  Saxendra 
C)  Belviq 
D)  Contrave 
E)  Orlistat 
A)  Ephedrine 
B)  Saxendra 
C)  Belviq 
D)  Contrave 
E)  Orlistat

Question 18

On a sensible weight-loss plan, which of the following should be consumed in the largest volumes?

Accepted Answer

A)  vegetables and fruit food groups 
B)  grains and protein foods groups 
C)  milk and fruit food groups 
D)  most energy-dense foods 
E)  energy drinks and whey protein 
A)  vegetables and fruit food groups 
B)  grains and protein foods groups 
C)  milk and fruit food groups 
D)  most energy-dense foods 
E)  energy drinks and whey protein

Question 19

Which of the following would be the least likely benefit of physical activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  It expends energy. 
B)  It reduces abdominal obesity. 
C)  It lowers basal metabolism. 
D)  It may help to counteract the negative effects of excess body weight on health. 
E)  It reduces stress. 
A)  It expends energy. 
B)  It reduces abdominal obesity. 
C)  It lowers basal metabolism. 
D)  It may help to counteract the negative effects of excess body weight on health. 
E)  It reduces stress.

Question 20

Which of the following statements is true regarding fad diets?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are based on credible scientific research. 
B)  The FDA requires proof that they work and are safe. 
C)  They usually offer distorted bits of legitimate research, which makes them sound feasible. 
D)  Scientists have overlooked the obvious facts and a lay person has figured out the key to successful weight loss. 
E)  They tend to follow current diet recommendations. 
A)  They are based on credible scientific research. 
B)  The FDA requires proof that they work and are safe. 
C)  They usually offer distorted bits of legitimate research, which makes them sound feasible. 
D)  Scientists have overlooked the obvious facts and a lay person has figured out the key to successful weight loss. 
E)  They tend to follow current diet recommendations.

Exam 7: Weight Management

Genetics influences the way the body consumes, stores, and expends energy.

You are researching a new diet plan that everyone is talking about. Which of the following statements would cause you the least concern regarding this new diet?

Despite claims that each new fad diet is different and offers a new approach to weight loss, most fad diets

The psychological desire to eat is referred to as:

Which of the following complications would be least likely to result from weight-loss surgery?

Warning signs of an unsound weight-loss program include:

Obese people who are maintaining weight have lower blood levels of ghrelin than thinner people on weight-loss diets.

Describe the roles of the built environment and food deserts in the development of obesity.

Most obese people have a leptin deficiency.

Which of the following is a prescription drug that alters release of the brain's neurotransmitters to suppress appetite?

In order to lose 1-2 pounds per week while retaining lean tissue, you would need to reduce your food intake by how many kcalories per day?

Compared to refined foods, high-fiber, unprocessed, or lightly processed foods aid in weight loss because they provide:

Discuss the pros and cons of gastric bypass and gastric banding surgeries for weight loss.

A key to preventing weight regain is to:

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends how many minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week for weight gain prevention?

Which of the following is not a weight loss approved drug by the FDA?

On a sensible weight-loss plan, which of the following should be consumed in the largest volumes?

Which of the following would be the least likely benefit of physical activity?

Which of the following statements is true regarding fad diets?

Overview of Nutrition and Health

Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Protein

Energy Balance and Body Composition

The Vitamins

Water and the Minerals

Nutrition Through the Life Span: Pregnancy and Lactation

Nutrition Through the Life Span: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Nutrition Through the Life Span: Later Adulthood

Nutrition Care and Assessment

Nutrition Intervention and Diet-Drug Interactions

Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Support

Nutrition in Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Nutrition and Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

Nutrition and Lower Gastrointestinal Disorders

Nutrition and Liver Diseases

Nutrition and Diabetes Mellitus

Nutrition and Cardiovascular Diseases

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