Question 1

Which of the following strength training guidelines are included in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines?

Accepted Answer

A)  Strength training for all major muscles groups should occur twice per week. 
B)  Strength training should occur a minimum of 4 days per week. 
C)  Strength training can be limited to solely the areas that need to be toned. 
D)  Strength training guidelines are not included in the Physical Activity Guidelines. 
A)  Strength training for all major muscles groups should occur twice per week. 
B)  Strength training should occur a minimum of 4 days per week. 
C)  Strength training can be limited to solely the areas that need to be toned. 
D)  Strength training guidelines are not included in the Physical Activity Guidelines. A

Question 2

According to the weight management position statement by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, which of the following components may be included in a discussion about weight management? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Prevention of weight gain 
B)  Improvement in physical and emotional health 
C)  Significant caloric restriction 
D)  Nutrition, exercise, and other relevant behaviors 
E)  Restriction of problem foods like carbohydrates and fats 
A)  Prevention of weight gain 
B)  Improvement in physical and emotional health 
C)  Significant caloric restriction 
D)  Nutrition, exercise, and other relevant behaviors 
E)  Restriction of problem foods like carbohydrates and fats A, B, D

Question 3

Which of the following strategies might be used to assist an athlete who is trying to gain weight? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Participate in resistance training. 
B)  Eat frequent meals. 
C)  Eat higher-calorie foods. 
D)  Drink a minimum of 64 oz of water per day. 
E)  Consume larger portions. 
A)  Participate in resistance training. 
B)  Eat frequent meals. 
C)  Eat higher-calorie foods. 
D)  Drink a minimum of 64 oz of water per day. 
E)  Consume larger portions. B, C, E

Question 4

Engaging in any type of physical activity will result in some health benefits.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following patients would be the best candidate for surgical treatment of obesity?

Accepted Answer

A)  45-year-old male with a body mass index (BMI) of 41, diabetes, and previously unsuccessful attempts at weight loss 
B)  25-year-old female with a BMI of 30 and sleep apnea 
C)  70-year-old female with a BMI of 40 and significant heart disease 
D)  50-year-old male with a BMI of 34, no chronic diseases, and moderately successful results on current diet and exercise plan 
A)  45-year-old male with a body mass index (BMI) of 41, diabetes, and previously unsuccessful attempts at weight loss 
B)  25-year-old female with a BMI of 30 and sleep apnea 
C)  70-year-old female with a BMI of 40 and significant heart disease 
D)  50-year-old male with a BMI of 34, no chronic diseases, and moderately successful results on current diet and exercise plan

Question 6

Which of the following factors may result in a client being underweight? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Ineffective food absorption and digestion 
B)  Basal metabolic rate on the high side of normal 
C)  Diseases that increase metabolic rate, like cancer 
D)  Genetic tendencies 
E)  Excess fluid consumption 
A)  Ineffective food absorption and digestion 
B)  Basal metabolic rate on the high side of normal 
C)  Diseases that increase metabolic rate, like cancer 
D)  Genetic tendencies 
E)  Excess fluid consumption

Question 7

Athletes who are attempting to lose weight should be advised not to exceed more than 2% of body weight per week.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Carrying too much weight, no matter where it is stored, can increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Match each of the behavioral change with examples the appropriate.
-Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goal setting

Accepted Answer

A)  Packing small snacks and a healthy lunch rather than going out with colleagues for a fast food lunch 
B)  Utilizing a smartphone app to record the food consumed daily 
C)  Posting a specific, measureable goal for nutrition and activity on the bathroom mirror 
D)  Asking "Am I grabbing this snack because I am hungry or just bored?" 
E)  Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet, but allowing for a small portion of a favorite food on a weekly basis 
A)  Packing small snacks and a healthy lunch rather than going out with colleagues for a fast food lunch 
B)  Utilizing a smartphone app to record the food consumed daily 
C)  Posting a specific, measureable goal for nutrition and activity on the bathroom mirror 
D)  Asking "Am I grabbing this snack because I am hungry or just bored?" 
E)  Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet, but allowing for a small portion of a favorite food on a weekly basis

Question 10

What state must be achieved in order for weight loss to occur?

Accepted Answer

A)  Negative energy balance 
B)  Positive energy balance 
C)  Neutral energy balance 
D)  Homeostasis 
A)  Negative energy balance 
B)  Positive energy balance 
C)  Neutral energy balance 
D)  Homeostasis

Question 11

A client with whom you are working wishes to lose approximately 1 pound per week. How big a daily caloric deficit will be required daily for this client to be successful?

Accepted Answer

A)  250 calories per day 
B)  500 calories per day 
C)  750 calories per day 
D)  1,000 calories per day 
A)  250 calories per day 
B)  500 calories per day 
C)  750 calories per day 
D)  1,000 calories per day

Question 12

Which portion of the brain regulates hunger and satiety?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cerebrum 
B)  Cerebellum 
C)  Pons 
D)  Hypothalamus 
A)  Cerebrum 
B)  Cerebellum 
C)  Pons 
D)  Hypothalamus

Question 13

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, what factor is essential to maintaining weight loss?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sustained caloric restriction 
B)  Exercise 
C)  Behavior therapy 
D)  Support system 
A)  Sustained caloric restriction 
B)  Exercise 
C)  Behavior therapy 
D)  Support system

Question 14

According to the 2012 Institute of Medicine report "Accelerating Progress in Obesity Prevention: Solving the Weight of the Nation," which goals, if implemented collectively, could make strides in obesity prevention? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Providing breakfast for every child in public schools 
B)  Making physical activity a routine part of daily life 
C)  Implementing policies and procedures to ensure that healthy food and beverage options are routine 
D)  Ensuring coverage for, access to, and incentives for obesity prevention, screening, and diagnosis 
E)  Implementing tax breaks for fit and active persons 
A)  Providing breakfast for every child in public schools 
B)  Making physical activity a routine part of daily life 
C)  Implementing policies and procedures to ensure that healthy food and beverage options are routine 
D)  Ensuring coverage for, access to, and incentives for obesity prevention, screening, and diagnosis 
E)  Implementing tax breaks for fit and active persons

Question 15

How do the hunger and satiety hormones respond to drastic caloric restriction and weight loss in overweight and obese individuals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hunger hormone levels surge initially and satiety hormone levels decrease, but over 3 to 6 months they level out, promoting long-term weight loss. 
B)  Hunger and satiety hormone levels decrease significantly and do not return to normal levels for approximately 6 months. 
C)  Hunger hormone levels elevate and satiety hormone levels decrease and remain at these levels for up to one year. 
D)  Hunger hormone levels decrease and satiety hormone levels elevate to promote long-term weight loss. 
A)  Hunger hormone levels surge initially and satiety hormone levels decrease, but over 3 to 6 months they level out, promoting long-term weight loss. 
B)  Hunger and satiety hormone levels decrease significantly and do not return to normal levels for approximately 6 months. 
C)  Hunger hormone levels elevate and satiety hormone levels decrease and remain at these levels for up to one year. 
D)  Hunger hormone levels decrease and satiety hormone levels elevate to promote long-term weight loss.

Question 16

Which of the following factors play a part in determining energy expenditure? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Activities of daily living 
B)  Digestion and absorption 
C)  Thermoregulation 
D)  Bodily functions like breathing and blood circulation 
E)  Calories in food consumed 
A)  Activities of daily living 
B)  Digestion and absorption 
C)  Thermoregulation 
D)  Bodily functions like breathing and blood circulation 
E)  Calories in food consumed

Question 17

For athletes wishing to gain weight, what approach should be combined with consuming additional calories?

Accepted Answer

A)  Endurance training to increase number of active mitochondria 
B)  Speed training to increase number of fast twitch muscle fibers 
C)  Strength training to increase muscle mass 
D)  Power training to increase ratio of lean to fat tissue 
A)  Endurance training to increase number of active mitochondria 
B)  Speed training to increase number of fast twitch muscle fibers 
C)  Strength training to increase muscle mass 
D)  Power training to increase ratio of lean to fat tissue

Question 18

Which of the following strategies is/are considered healthy and effective in promoting weight loss and weight maintenance? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Strict attention to portion control 
B)  Consumption of four to five smaller meals and snacks with the majority of calories eaten earlier in the day 
C)  Combination of behavioral therapy with dietary and activity changes 
D)  Severe caloric restriction by limiting consumption to specific foods each day 
E)  Use of weight loss shakes for two to three meals each day 
A)  Strict attention to portion control 
B)  Consumption of four to five smaller meals and snacks with the majority of calories eaten earlier in the day 
C)  Combination of behavioral therapy with dietary and activity changes 
D)  Severe caloric restriction by limiting consumption to specific foods each day 
E)  Use of weight loss shakes for two to three meals each day

Question 19

How often should body composition measurements be repeated?

Accepted Answer

A)  Weekly 
B)  Once a month 
C)  Every 2 to 3 months 
D)  Every 6 to 12 months 
A)  Weekly 
B)  Once a month 
C)  Every 2 to 3 months 
D)  Every 6 to 12 months

Question 20

Match each of the behavioral change with examples the appropriate.
-Self-monitoring

Accepted Answer

A)  Packing small snacks and a healthy lunch rather than going out with colleagues for a fast food lunch 
B)  Utilizing a smartphone app to record the food consumed daily 
C)  Posting a specific, measureable goal for nutrition and activity on the bathroom mirror 
D)  Asking "Am I grabbing this snack because I am hungry or just bored?" 
E)  Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet, but allowing for a small portion of a favorite food on a weekly basis 
A)  Packing small snacks and a healthy lunch rather than going out with colleagues for a fast food lunch 
B)  Utilizing a smartphone app to record the food consumed daily 
C)  Posting a specific, measureable goal for nutrition and activity on the bathroom mirror 
D)  Asking "Am I grabbing this snack because I am hungry or just bored?" 
E)  Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet, but allowing for a small portion of a favorite food on a weekly basis

Which of the following strength training guidelines are included in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines?

According to the weight management position statement by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, which of the following components may be included in a discussion about weight management? Select all that apply.

Which of the following strategies might be used to assist an athlete who is trying to gain weight? Select all that apply.

Engaging in any type of physical activity will result in some health benefits.

Which of the following patients would be the best candidate for surgical treatment of obesity?

Which of the following factors may result in a client being underweight? Select all that apply.

Athletes who are attempting to lose weight should be advised not to exceed more than 2% of body weight per week.

Carrying too much weight, no matter where it is stored, can increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

Match each of the behavioral change with examples the appropriate. -Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goal setting

What state must be achieved in order for weight loss to occur?

A client with whom you are working wishes to lose approximately 1 pound per week. How big a daily caloric deficit will be required daily for this client to be successful?

Which portion of the brain regulates hunger and satiety?

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, what factor is essential to maintaining weight loss?

According to the 2012 Institute of Medicine report "Accelerating Progress in Obesity Prevention: Solving the Weight of the Nation," which goals, if implemented collectively, could make strides in obesity prevention? Select all that apply.

How do the hunger and satiety hormones respond to drastic caloric restriction and weight loss in overweight and obese individuals?

Which of the following factors play a part in determining energy expenditure? Select all that apply.

For athletes wishing to gain weight, what approach should be combined with consuming additional calories?

Which of the following strategies is/are considered healthy and effective in promoting weight loss and weight maintenance? Select all that apply.

How often should body composition measurements be repeated?

Match each of the behavioral change with examples the appropriate. -Self-monitoring

Carbohydrates

Protein

Fats

Vitamins, Minerals, Electrolytes, and Water

Dietary Guidelines, General Nutrition Recommendations, and Federal Nutrition Policy

Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology and Nutrition

Nutrition Strategies for Optimal Athletic Performance

Exercise, Thermoregulation, and Fluid Balance

Nutritional Strategies for Competitive Endurance, Strength, and Power Athletes

Nutritional Supplements and Ergongenic Aids

Nutrition and Body Composition Coaching and Assessment

Nutrition Across the Lifecycle

Nutrition for Athletes With Illness or Injury

Eating and Exercise Disorders

Nutrition for Athletes With Special Dietary Needs

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Exam 12: Weight Management and Energy Balance

Which of the following strength training guidelines are included in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines?

According to the weight management position statement by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, which of the following components may be included in a discussion about weight management? Select all that apply.

Which of the following strategies might be used to assist an athlete who is trying to gain weight? Select all that apply.

Engaging in any type of physical activity will result in some health benefits.

Which of the following patients would be the best candidate for surgical treatment of obesity?

Which of the following factors may result in a client being underweight? Select all that apply.

Athletes who are attempting to lose weight should be advised not to exceed more than 2% of body weight per week.

Carrying too much weight, no matter where it is stored, can increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

Match each of the behavioral change with examples the appropriate. -Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goal setting

What state must be achieved in order for weight loss to occur?

A client with whom you are working wishes to lose approximately 1 pound per week. How big a daily caloric deficit will be required daily for this client to be successful?

Which portion of the brain regulates hunger and satiety?

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, what factor is essential to maintaining weight loss?

According to the 2012 Institute of Medicine report "Accelerating Progress in Obesity Prevention: Solving the Weight of the Nation," which goals, if implemented collectively, could make strides in obesity prevention? Select all that apply.

How do the hunger and satiety hormones respond to drastic caloric restriction and weight loss in overweight and obese individuals?

Which of the following factors play a part in determining energy expenditure? Select all that apply.

For athletes wishing to gain weight, what approach should be combined with consuming additional calories?

Which of the following strategies is/are considered healthy and effective in promoting weight loss and weight maintenance? Select all that apply.

How often should body composition measurements be repeated?

Match each of the behavioral change with examples the appropriate. -Self-monitoring

Carbohydrates

Protein

Fats

Vitamins, Minerals, Electrolytes, and Water

Dietary Guidelines, General Nutrition Recommendations, and Federal Nutrition Policy

Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology and Nutrition

Nutrition Strategies for Optimal Athletic Performance

Exercise, Thermoregulation, and Fluid Balance

Nutritional Strategies for Competitive Endurance, Strength, and Power Athletes

Nutritional Supplements and Ergongenic Aids

Nutrition and Body Composition Coaching and Assessment

Nutrition Across the Lifecycle

Nutrition for Athletes With Illness or Injury

Eating and Exercise Disorders

Nutrition for Athletes With Special Dietary Needs

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