Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Hyperhydration can be achieved by consuming excess fluids in the hours before exercise or ingesting __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Hyperhydration can be achieved by consuming excess...

Question 3

Why do some athletes ingest glycerol prior to exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) It repels water and acts as a mild diuretic. 
B) It attracts water and results in fluid retention. 
C) It is a readily available source of glucose during exercise. 
D) It directly offsets the rise in body temperature that occurs during exercise. 
A) It repels water and acts as a mild diuretic. 
B) It attracts water and results in fluid retention. 
C) It is a readily available source of glucose during exercise. 
D) It directly offsets the rise in body temperature that occurs during exercise.

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

Explain why exercise-associated muscle cramping (EAMC)is no longer believed to be caused by dehydration, electrolyte balance, or both.

Accepted Answer

Exercise-associated muscle cramping (EAM

Question 6

Heavy sweating results in a loss of plasma water and a decrease in plasma sodium concentration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

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 9

Assuming that it can be tolerated, which athlete may find a beverage containing a carbohydrate concentration greater than 10% to be beneficial during exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) 800 m runner 
B) 10,000 m (10 K)runner 
C) Ultraendurance runner 
D) A team sport athlete 
A) 800 m runner 
B) 10,000 m (10 K)runner 
C) Ultraendurance runner 
D) A team sport athlete

Question 10

Heat cramps (total body cramping when exercising in the heat)in athletes who are "salty sweaters" appear to be caused by ____.

Accepted Answer

A) dehydration 
B) sodium depletion 
C) large losses of fluid and sodium 
D) non-nutritional factors 
A) dehydration 
B) sodium depletion 
C) large losses of fluid and sodium 
D) non-nutritional factors

Question 11

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 12

Which of the following has a high potassium content?

Accepted Answer

A) Banana 
B) Snack foods 
C) Soy sauce 
D) Sports beverages 
A) Banana 
B) Snack foods 
C) Soy sauce 
D) Sports beverages

Question 13

Good advice to athletes who exercise in hot, humid conditions is to drink as much as possible before and during exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

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

Question 15

The two fundamental aspects of fluid balance that must be considered are water volume and __________.

Accepted Answer

concentrat

Question 16

As a rule of thumb, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends a fluid intake at least four (4)hours prior to exercise of approximately ____.

Accepted Answer

A) 240 ml 
B) 500 ml 
C) 5-7 ml\kg 
D) 10-15 ml\kg 
A) 240 ml 
B) 500 ml 
C) 5-7 ml\kg 
D) 10-15 ml\kg

Question 17

Match between columns
                        Premises: Water movement from areas of low solute concentration to areas of higher solute concentration.

Accepted Answer

The Answer of osmosis and hydrostatic pressure and hypertonic and is...

Question 18

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 19

Match between columns
                        Premises: When the number of solutes is measured per liter of solvent.

Accepted Answer

The Answer of hypotonic and hydrostatic pressure and osmolarity and is...

Question 20

The current American College of Sports Medicine recommendation for fluid intake during exercise is ____.

Accepted Answer

A) 50-150 ml every 15 to 20 minutes 
B) 5-10 ml\kg each hour 
C) to drink as frequently and as much as possible 
D) to develop a customized fluid plan that considers sweat rate 
A) 50-150 ml every 15 to 20 minutes 
B) 5-10 ml\kg each hour 
C) to drink as frequently and as much as possible 
D) to develop a customized fluid plan that considers sweat rate

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

Hyperhydration can be achieved by consuming excess fluids in the hours before exercise or ingesting __________.

Why do some athletes ingest glycerol prior to exercise?

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?

Explain why exercise-associated muscle cramping (EAMC)is no longer believed to be caused by dehydration, electrolyte balance, or both.

Heavy sweating results in a loss of plasma water and a decrease in plasma sodium concentration.

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

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

Assuming that it can be tolerated, which athlete may find a beverage containing a carbohydrate concentration greater than 10% to be beneficial during exercise?

Heat cramps (total body cramping when exercising in the heat)in athletes who are "salty sweaters" appear to be caused by ____.

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

Which of the following has a high potassium content?

Good advice to athletes who exercise in hot, humid conditions is to drink as much as possible before and during exercise.

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

The two fundamental aspects of fluid balance that must be considered are water volume and __________.

As a rule of thumb, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends a fluid intake at least four (4)hours prior to exercise of approximately ____.

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

The current American College of Sports Medicine recommendation for fluid intake during exercise is ____.

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

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

Hyperhydration can be achieved by consuming excess fluids in the hours before exercise or ingesting __________.

Why do some athletes ingest glycerol prior to exercise?

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?

Explain why exercise-associated muscle cramping (EAMC)is no longer believed to be caused by dehydration, electrolyte balance, or both.

Heavy sweating results in a loss of plasma water and a decrease in plasma sodium concentration.

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

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

Assuming that it can be tolerated, which athlete may find a beverage containing a carbohydrate concentration greater than 10% to be beneficial during exercise?

Heat cramps (total body cramping when exercising in the heat)in athletes who are "salty sweaters" appear to be caused by ____.

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

Which of the following has a high potassium content?

Good advice to athletes who exercise in hot, humid conditions is to drink as much as possible before and during exercise.

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

The two fundamental aspects of fluid balance that must be considered are water volume and __________.

As a rule of thumb, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends a fluid intake at least four (4)hours prior to exercise of approximately ____.

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

The current American College of Sports Medicine recommendation for fluid intake during exercise is ____.

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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