Question 1

Calcium is the individual nutrient supplement most commonly used by adolescents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The estimated prevalence of bulimia nervosa is approximately 1% to 3% of adolescent females and young women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

​Youth with BMI values above the 95th percentile are considered _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  ​underweight 
B)  ​normal weight 
C)  ​overweight 
D)  ​obese 
E)  ​morbidly obese 
A)  ​underweight 
B)  ​normal weight 
C)  ​overweight 
D)  ​obese 
E)  ​morbidly obese

Question 4

Environmental factors seldom affect the risk of developing obesity if an adolescent is genetically predisposed to obesity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Matching
-anorexia nervosa

Accepted Answer

A) a disorder characterized by repeated bouts of uncontrolled,rapid ingestion of large quantities of food followed by self-induced vomiting,laxatives or diuretic use,fasting,or vigorous exercise in order to prevent weight gain 
B) an eating disorder characterized by extreme weight loss,poor body image,and irrational fears of weight gain and obesity 
C) an eating disorder characterized by periodic binge eating,which normally is not followed by vomiting or the use of laxatives 
D) supplement sold over-the-counter until 2004,when the FDA banned its sale 
E) diagnosed if the average of three systolic and/or diastolic blood pressure readings exceeds the 95th percentile,based on age,sex,and height
F)​has been shown to decrease subcutaneous body fat and may strengthen ligaments and tendons,resulting in fewer injuries
G)naturally produced in the human body by the adrenal glands
H)formed in the liver and kidney of the human body
I)controlled substances used to increase lean body mass and improve strength
J)used to treat severely obese adolescents who were not successful with behavior modification and lifestyle changes
K)a main contributing factor to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders
L)have been found to be associated with inadequate intakes of essential nutrients,particularly when an entire food group or category is avoided
M)have serious implications for health and may be precursors to a diagnosed eating disorder 
A) a disorder characterized by repeated bouts of uncontrolled,rapid ingestion of large quantities of food followed by self-induced vomiting,laxatives or diuretic use,fasting,or vigorous exercise in order to prevent weight gain 
B) an eating disorder characterized by extreme weight loss,poor body image,and irrational fears of weight gain and obesity 
C) an eating disorder characterized by periodic binge eating,which normally is not followed by vomiting or the use of laxatives 
D) supplement sold over-the-counter until 2004,when the FDA banned its sale 
E) diagnosed if the average of three systolic and/or diastolic blood pressure readings exceeds the 95th percentile,based on age,sex,and height
F)​has been shown to decrease subcutaneous body fat and may strengthen ligaments and tendons,resulting in fewer injuries
G)naturally produced in the human body by the adrenal glands
H)formed in the liver and kidney of the human body
I)controlled substances used to increase lean body mass and improve strength
J)used to treat severely obese adolescents who were not successful with behavior modification and lifestyle changes
K)a main contributing factor to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders
L)have been found to be associated with inadequate intakes of essential nutrients,particularly when an entire food group or category is avoided
M)have serious implications for health and may be precursors to a diagnosed eating disorder

Question 6

Type 2 diabetes constitutes the majority of cases of diabetes in people 20 years or younger.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

​What percentage of individuals with anorexia nervosa are chronically affected by the disorder?

Accepted Answer

A)  17​ 
B)  ​20 
C)  ​26 
D)  ​33 
E)  ​50 
A)  17​ 
B)  ​20 
C)  ​26 
D)  ​33 
E)  ​50

Question 8

Female adolescent athletes with low calcium consumption appear to be the highest-risk group of all adolescents for bone fractures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

​A successful eating-disorder prevention program will most likely _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  ​target all youth 
B)  ​target adolescents >15 years of age 
C)  ​consist of a single intense information session 
D)  provide information via parents​ 
E)  ​provide only didactic learning experiences 
A)  ​target all youth 
B)  ​target adolescents >15 years of age 
C)  ​consist of a single intense information session 
D)  provide information via parents​ 
E)  ​provide only didactic learning experiences

Question 10

​Binge-eating disorder differs from bulimia nervosa in that binge-eating disorder _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  ​is followed by vigorous exercise 
B)  ​appears to be more prevalent among normal weight individuals 
C)  ​is more prevalent in males 
D)  ​is not followed by compensatory behaviors 
E)  ​is highly prevalent in college-age students 
A)  ​is followed by vigorous exercise 
B)  ​appears to be more prevalent among normal weight individuals 
C)  ​is more prevalent in males 
D)  ​is not followed by compensatory behaviors 
E)  ​is highly prevalent in college-age students

Question 11

Matching
-​disordered eating behaviors

Accepted Answer

A) a disorder characterized by repeated bouts of uncontrolled,rapid ingestion of large quantities of food followed by self-induced vomiting,laxatives or diuretic use,fasting,or vigorous exercise in order to prevent weight gain 
B) an eating disorder characterized by extreme weight loss,poor body image,and irrational fears of weight gain and obesity 
C) an eating disorder characterized by periodic binge eating,which normally is not followed by vomiting or the use of laxatives 
D) supplement sold over-the-counter until 2004,when the FDA banned its sale 
E) diagnosed if the average of three systolic and/or diastolic blood pressure readings exceeds the 95th percentile,based on age,sex,and height
F)​has been shown to decrease subcutaneous body fat and may strengthen ligaments and tendons,resulting in fewer injuries
G)naturally produced in the human body by the adrenal glands
H)formed in the liver and kidney of the human body
I)controlled substances used to increase lean body mass and improve strength
J)used to treat severely obese adolescents who were not successful with behavior modification and lifestyle changes
K)a main contributing factor to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders
L)have been found to be associated with inadequate intakes of essential nutrients,particularly when an entire food group or category is avoided
M)have serious implications for health and may be precursors to a diagnosed eating disorder 
A) a disorder characterized by repeated bouts of uncontrolled,rapid ingestion of large quantities of food followed by self-induced vomiting,laxatives or diuretic use,fasting,or vigorous exercise in order to prevent weight gain 
B) an eating disorder characterized by extreme weight loss,poor body image,and irrational fears of weight gain and obesity 
C) an eating disorder characterized by periodic binge eating,which normally is not followed by vomiting or the use of laxatives 
D) supplement sold over-the-counter until 2004,when the FDA banned its sale 
E) diagnosed if the average of three systolic and/or diastolic blood pressure readings exceeds the 95th percentile,based on age,sex,and height
F)​has been shown to decrease subcutaneous body fat and may strengthen ligaments and tendons,resulting in fewer injuries
G)naturally produced in the human body by the adrenal glands
H)formed in the liver and kidney of the human body
I)controlled substances used to increase lean body mass and improve strength
J)used to treat severely obese adolescents who were not successful with behavior modification and lifestyle changes
K)a main contributing factor to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders
L)have been found to be associated with inadequate intakes of essential nutrients,particularly when an entire food group or category is avoided
M)have serious implications for health and may be precursors to a diagnosed eating disorder

Question 12

​What factor contributes most to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​peer pressure 
B)  ​family pressure 
C)  ​body dissatisfaction 
D)  ​high self-esteem 
E)  ​genetics 
A)  ​peer pressure 
B)  ​family pressure 
C)  ​body dissatisfaction 
D)  ​high self-esteem 
E)  ​genetics

Question 13

Matching
-​creatine

Accepted Answer

A) a disorder characterized by repeated bouts of uncontrolled,rapid ingestion of large quantities of food followed by self-induced vomiting,laxatives or diuretic use,fasting,or vigorous exercise in order to prevent weight gain 
B) an eating disorder characterized by extreme weight loss,poor body image,and irrational fears of weight gain and obesity 
C) an eating disorder characterized by periodic binge eating,which normally is not followed by vomiting or the use of laxatives 
D) supplement sold over-the-counter until 2004,when the FDA banned its sale 
E) diagnosed if the average of three systolic and/or diastolic blood pressure readings exceeds the 95th percentile,based on age,sex,and height
F)​has been shown to decrease subcutaneous body fat and may strengthen ligaments and tendons,resulting in fewer injuries
G)naturally produced in the human body by the adrenal glands
H)formed in the liver and kidney of the human body
I)controlled substances used to increase lean body mass and improve strength
J)used to treat severely obese adolescents who were not successful with behavior modification and lifestyle changes
K)a main contributing factor to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders
L)have been found to be associated with inadequate intakes of essential nutrients,particularly when an entire food group or category is avoided
M)have serious implications for health and may be precursors to a diagnosed eating disorder 
A) a disorder characterized by repeated bouts of uncontrolled,rapid ingestion of large quantities of food followed by self-induced vomiting,laxatives or diuretic use,fasting,or vigorous exercise in order to prevent weight gain 
B) an eating disorder characterized by extreme weight loss,poor body image,and irrational fears of weight gain and obesity 
C) an eating disorder characterized by periodic binge eating,which normally is not followed by vomiting or the use of laxatives 
D) supplement sold over-the-counter until 2004,when the FDA banned its sale 
E) diagnosed if the average of three systolic and/or diastolic blood pressure readings exceeds the 95th percentile,based on age,sex,and height
F)​has been shown to decrease subcutaneous body fat and may strengthen ligaments and tendons,resulting in fewer injuries
G)naturally produced in the human body by the adrenal glands
H)formed in the liver and kidney of the human body
I)controlled substances used to increase lean body mass and improve strength
J)used to treat severely obese adolescents who were not successful with behavior modification and lifestyle changes
K)a main contributing factor to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders
L)have been found to be associated with inadequate intakes of essential nutrients,particularly when an entire food group or category is avoided
M)have serious implications for health and may be precursors to a diagnosed eating disorder

Question 14

​For an athlete who participates in physically intense events,which option may allow for better hydration and physical performance?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​water 
B)  ​energy drink 
C)  ​milk 
D)  sports drink that contains no more than 6 to 8 percent carbohydrate​ 
E)  ​orange juice 
A)  ​water 
B)  ​energy drink 
C)  ​milk 
D)  sports drink that contains no more than 6 to 8 percent carbohydrate​ 
E)  ​orange juice

Question 15

​Creatine is sold as a nutritional supplement to _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  ​increase immune system function 
B)  ​decrease body fat 
C)  ​increase endurance 
D)  ​increase lean body mass 
E)  ​decrease risk of osteoporosis 
A)  ​increase immune system function 
B)  ​decrease body fat 
C)  ​increase endurance 
D)  ​increase lean body mass 
E)  ​decrease risk of osteoporosis

Question 16

Matching
-​DHEA

Accepted Answer

A) a disorder characterized by repeated bouts of uncontrolled,rapid ingestion of large quantities of food followed by self-induced vomiting,laxatives or diuretic use,fasting,or vigorous exercise in order to prevent weight gain 
B) an eating disorder characterized by extreme weight loss,poor body image,and irrational fears of weight gain and obesity 
C) an eating disorder characterized by periodic binge eating,which normally is not followed by vomiting or the use of laxatives 
D) supplement sold over-the-counter until 2004,when the FDA banned its sale 
E) diagnosed if the average of three systolic and/or diastolic blood pressure readings exceeds the 95th percentile,based on age,sex,and height
F)​has been shown to decrease subcutaneous body fat and may strengthen ligaments and tendons,resulting in fewer injuries
G)naturally produced in the human body by the adrenal glands
H)formed in the liver and kidney of the human body
I)controlled substances used to increase lean body mass and improve strength
J)used to treat severely obese adolescents who were not successful with behavior modification and lifestyle changes
K)a main contributing factor to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders
L)have been found to be associated with inadequate intakes of essential nutrients,particularly when an entire food group or category is avoided
M)have serious implications for health and may be precursors to a diagnosed eating disorder 
A) a disorder characterized by repeated bouts of uncontrolled,rapid ingestion of large quantities of food followed by self-induced vomiting,laxatives or diuretic use,fasting,or vigorous exercise in order to prevent weight gain 
B) an eating disorder characterized by extreme weight loss,poor body image,and irrational fears of weight gain and obesity 
C) an eating disorder characterized by periodic binge eating,which normally is not followed by vomiting or the use of laxatives 
D) supplement sold over-the-counter until 2004,when the FDA banned its sale 
E) diagnosed if the average of three systolic and/or diastolic blood pressure readings exceeds the 95th percentile,based on age,sex,and height
F)​has been shown to decrease subcutaneous body fat and may strengthen ligaments and tendons,resulting in fewer injuries
G)naturally produced in the human body by the adrenal glands
H)formed in the liver and kidney of the human body
I)controlled substances used to increase lean body mass and improve strength
J)used to treat severely obese adolescents who were not successful with behavior modification and lifestyle changes
K)a main contributing factor to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders
L)have been found to be associated with inadequate intakes of essential nutrients,particularly when an entire food group or category is avoided
M)have serious implications for health and may be precursors to a diagnosed eating disorder

Question 17

​Specific topics that should be included as components of Stage 1 obesity treatment include _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  ​a detailed physical activity plan 
B)  ​a very-low-energy diet 
C)  ​elimination of fast-food meals 
D)  ​"good" foods versus "bad" foods 
E)  ​consumption of at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day 
A)  ​a detailed physical activity plan 
B)  ​a very-low-energy diet 
C)  ​elimination of fast-food meals 
D)  ​"good" foods versus "bad" foods 
E)  ​consumption of at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day

Question 18

Adolescents who use herbal supplements have been found more likely to engage in health-compromising behaviors,such as the use of alcohol.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Race or ethnicity does not affect the risk of developing obesity among children and adolescents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Orlistat is currently the only weight-loss medication that has been FDA-approved for use by adolescents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Calcium is the individual nutrient supplement most commonly used by adolescents.

The estimated prevalence of bulimia nervosa is approximately 1% to 3% of adolescent females and young women.

Youth with BMI values above the 95th percentile are considered _____.

Environmental factors seldom affect the risk of developing obesity if an adolescent is genetically predisposed to obesity.

Matching -anorexia nervosa

Type 2 diabetes constitutes the majority of cases of diabetes in people 20 years or younger.

What percentage of individuals with anorexia nervosa are chronically affected by the disorder?

Female adolescent athletes with low calcium consumption appear to be the highest-risk group of all adolescents for bone fractures.

A successful eating-disorder prevention program will most likely _____.

Binge-eating disorder differs from bulimia nervosa in that binge-eating disorder _____.

Matching -disordered eating behaviors

What factor contributes most to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders?

Matching -creatine

For an athlete who participates in physically intense events,which option may allow for better hydration and physical performance?

Creatine is sold as a nutritional supplement to _____.

Matching -DHEA

Specific topics that should be included as components of Stage 1 obesity treatment include _____.

Adolescents who use herbal supplements have been found more likely to engage in health-compromising behaviors,such as the use of alcohol.

Race or ethnicity does not affect the risk of developing obesity among children and adolescents.

Orlistat is currently the only weight-loss medication that has been FDA-approved for use by adolescents.

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Nutrition During Lactation Conditions and Interventions

Infant Nutrition

Infant Nutrition Conditions and Interventions

Toddler and Preschooler Nutrition

Toddler and Preschooler Nutrition Conditions and Interventions

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Exam 15: Adolescent Nutrition Conditions and Interventions

Calcium is the individual nutrient supplement most commonly used by adolescents.

The estimated prevalence of bulimia nervosa is approximately 1% to 3% of adolescent females and young women.

​Youth with BMI values above the 95th percentile are considered _____.

Environmental factors seldom affect the risk of developing obesity if an adolescent is genetically predisposed to obesity.

Matching -anorexia nervosa

Type 2 diabetes constitutes the majority of cases of diabetes in people 20 years or younger.

​What percentage of individuals with anorexia nervosa are chronically affected by the disorder?

Female adolescent athletes with low calcium consumption appear to be the highest-risk group of all adolescents for bone fractures.

​A successful eating-disorder prevention program will most likely _____.

​Binge-eating disorder differs from bulimia nervosa in that binge-eating disorder _____.

Matching -​disordered eating behaviors

​What factor contributes most to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders?

Matching -​creatine

​For an athlete who participates in physically intense events,which option may allow for better hydration and physical performance?

​Creatine is sold as a nutritional supplement to _____.

Matching -​DHEA

​Specific topics that should be included as components of Stage 1 obesity treatment include _____.

Adolescents who use herbal supplements have been found more likely to engage in health-compromising behaviors,such as the use of alcohol.

Race or ethnicity does not affect the risk of developing obesity among children and adolescents.

Orlistat is currently the only weight-loss medication that has been FDA-approved for use by adolescents.

Nutrition Basics

Preconception Nutrition

Preconception Nutrition Conditions and Interventions

Nutrition During Pregnancy

Nutrition During Pregnancy Conditions and Interventions

Nutrition During Lactation

Nutrition During Lactation Conditions and Interventions

Infant Nutrition

Infant Nutrition Conditions and Interventions

Toddler and Preschooler Nutrition

Toddler and Preschooler Nutrition Conditions and Interventions

Child and Preadolescent Nutrition

Child and Preadolescent Nutrition Conditions and Interventions

Adolescent Nutrition

Adult Nutrition

Adult Nutrition Conditions and Interventions

Nutrition and Older Adults

Nutrition and Older Adults Conditions and Interventions

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Youth with BMI values above the 95th percentile are considered _____.

What percentage of individuals with anorexia nervosa are chronically affected by the disorder?

A successful eating-disorder prevention program will most likely _____.

Binge-eating disorder differs from bulimia nervosa in that binge-eating disorder _____.

Matching -disordered eating behaviors

What factor contributes most to dieting behaviors,disordered eating behaviors,and clinical eating disorders?

Matching -creatine

For an athlete who participates in physically intense events,which option may allow for better hydration and physical performance?

Creatine is sold as a nutritional supplement to _____.

Matching -DHEA

Specific topics that should be included as components of Stage 1 obesity treatment include _____.