ACHS HLTH 101 Module 5: Nutrition, Body Weight, and Fitness

Which of the following statements is true?

Anemia is a condition associated with too much body fat. Peptic ulcer is a condition associated with too much body fat. Hypertension is a condition associated with too much body fat. All of these statements are true.

The ability to extend muscles through the range of motion of a join describes which health-related component of physical fitness?

Body composition. Flexibility. Coordination. Muscular endurance.

Which of the following statements is true?

It is safe for women to consume high levels of vitamins during pregnancy. Breastfed babies have fewer intestinal and respiratory tract infections than bottle-fed babies. Parents should begin feeding solid foods to their babies by the time they are 2 weeks old. If a newborn is not breastfed, it should be fed fresh whole cow's milk instead.

_______ is the ability to position a muscle and its nearby joint anywhere within its normal range of motion.

Endurance Strength Flexibility Exercise

Which of the following substances is organic?

Iron Fat Water Zinc

Moving through a challenging but comfortable range of motion repeatedly in a controlled, smooth, and deliberate motion is called _____ stretching.

dynamic static free ballistic

The ability of a muscle to contract repeatedly without becoming fatigued is called:

endurance. balance. strength. fatigue.

The liver:

filters excess water soluble substances from blood. processes or stores many nutrients. digests proteins. metabolizes fiber.

Muscular _______ is the ability of a muscle to contract repeatedly.

flexibility detraining endurance habituation

Muscular _______ is the ability of muscles to apply maximum force against a fixed object that is resisting that force.

flexibility resistance dynamism strength

Cells need _______ for metabolic activities.

food sunlight energy fiber

All of the following foods contain carbohydrates, except:

fruit. cereal. meat . rice.

A muscle that has a high degree of endurance:

has atrophied. is in the detrained mode. contracts repeatedly without becoming fatigued. contains adequate stores of glycerol and monosaccharides.

People who have excess fat distributed in the central portion of their bodies have a greater risk of _______ than people who have excess fat deposited below the waist.

hypertension heart disease diabetes All of these are correct.

All of the following substances provide calories, except:

minerals. proteins. alcohol. fats.

All of the following physical characteristics are health-related components of physical fitness, except:

muscular endurance. muscular strength. flexibility. power.

Abby's waistline measures 38 inches. Based on this information, she probably has a:

pear-shaped body. greater risk of diabetes than a woman of a similar height whose waistline is less than 35 inches. healthy amount of fat in her abdominal region. All of these are correct.

To achieve cardiorespiratory benefits, one should exercise for at least _______ minutes while maintaining a heart rate that is within one's target zone.

10 30 60 90

What percentage of U.S. households are uncertain about their ability to obtain enough food for all members because of a lack of resources?

5% 12% 25% 35%

Which of the following arteries is generally recommended for measuring the pulse during exercise?

Aorta Coronary Radial Hepatic

The energy value of a food is reported as a number of:

BTUs. amps. STIs. calories.

Which of the following statements is true?

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition associated with too much body fat. Hypertension is a condition associated with too much body fat. Metabolic syndrome is a condition associated with too much body fat. All of these statements are true.

Because they are less able to absorb ______ than younger persons, elderly people may benefit from taking supplements that supply this mineral.

Cesium Manganese Calcium Iodide

Which of the following statements is true?

Cystic fibrosis is a condition associated with too much body fat. Rheumatoid arthritis is a condition associated with too much body fat. Osteoporosis is a condition associated with too much body fat. Sleep apnea is a condition associated with too much body fat.

_______ is the passage of nutrients through the walls of the intestinal tract and into the bloodstream.

Digestion Metabolism Absorption Nutrification

_______ refers to all chemical reactions that take place in the body.

Digestion Metabolism Elimination Absorption

_______ occurs when muscle fibers enlarge, making the entire muscle larger and stronger.

Dystrophy Hypertrophy Detrophy Atrophy

Starches are included in which category of macronutrient?

Fats Carbohydrates Proteins Vitamins

Which of the following substances provide 9 calories per gram of consumed?

Fats Proteins Carbohydrates Water

The ability of muscles to apply maximum force against an objective describes which health-related component of physical fitness?

Flexibility Muscular strength Agility Muscular endurance

Which of the following are needed to determine a person's predicted maximum heart rate?

Height Weight Age Pulse

Which of the following statements is true?

Huntington's disease is a condition associated with too much body fat. Glaucoma is a condition associated with too much body fat. Diverticulosis is a condition associated with too much body fat. Heart disease is a condition associated with too much body fat.

Which of the following conditions is associated with too much body fat?

Hypertension, Sleep apnea, Heart Disease, Fertility Problems, Carpal tunnel syndrome, Metabolic syndrome, Gallbladder disease

_______ occurs when a muscle becomes smaller and weaker.

Hypertrophy Extrophy Detrophy Atrophy

One of your neighbors is 89 years old. She is house-bound, crippled by arthritis, and suffers from heart disease. You are concerned about the quality of her diet. The best program you can recommend for her is:

Meals on Wheels. WIC. Medicaid. congregate meals.

_______ is usually planned and performed to improve one's physical condition.

Movement Activity Exercise Fitness

Which of the following is an organization that provides encouragement and information for breastfeeding mothers?

National Organization of Women Breastfeeding Revival Club Dairy Council La Leche League

_______ are manufactured foods that provide medicinal benefits that are not provided by nutrients.

Organics Phytochemicals Nutraceuticals Antioxidants

Melissa worries that she has gained too much weight during her pregnancy. Her weight was normal for her height before she became pregnant, but she has gained 28 pounds and is due to deliver in 2 weeks. What advice would you give her?

She needs to eat 1,000 more calories a day to gain 10 more pounds before the baby is due. She should not worry about her weight gain because it is within the recommended range. She should lose at least 10 pounds before the baby is born to prevent problems during delivery. She should eliminate all fats from her diet and triple her vitamin intake.

Which of the following statements is true?

The liver secretes a hormone that regulates metabolism. Women generally have higher metabolic rates than men. Men generally have more fat tissue than women. Children have higher metabolic rates than adults.

Taking too many ________ supplements may interfere with blood clotting.

Thiamin Vitamin D Fish oil Folic acid

Which of the following statements is true?

Trouble with fertility is a condition associated with too much body fat. Glaucoma is a condition associated with too much body fat. Diverticulosis is a condition associated with too much body fat. Osteoporosis is a condition associated with too much body fat.

"Fruity breath" and excessive urination are signs of type 1 diabetes.

True False

An elderly person who falls is more likely to suffer a disabling bone fracture or die from the injury than a young person.

True False

Engaging in vigorous physical activity lowers one's resting metabolic rate.

True False

Healthy men usually have more body fat than healthy women.

True False

Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional disorders in the United States.

True False

It is normal for the metabolic rate to increase as a person ages.

True False

Most American adults have too much body fat.

True False

Most people who are overweight have underactive thyroid glands.

True False

On average, men have higher metabolic rates than women.

True False

People lose their ability to maintain their balance as they age.

True False

Spontaneous muscular movement includes movements for performing various unstructured physical activities that are necessary for daily living, such as washing clothes and gardening.

True False

The form of caloric expenditure that one can alter most easily is:

basal (vital) metabolism. physical activity. thermic effect of food. adaptive thermogenesis.

To reduce the risk of bone loss, one should:

be physically active. take vitamin C supplements. take anabolic steroids. use creatine supplementation.

Rather than tracking changes in their body weight, people who are overweight and who increase their physical activity levels should keep weekly records of their:

body height. blood sugar level. carbohydrate intake. waist circumference.

Joanna wants to lose weight safely. She should:

decrease her caloric intake while maintaining a balanced diet. increase her intake of B vitamins. decrease her physical activity to conserve calories. All of these are correct.

People who want to lose weight should:

decrease their caloric expenditure. decrease their vitamin intake. increase their caloric intake. increase their caloric expenditure.

A surgical weight loss procedure that removes fat deposits is:

liposuction. gastric bypass. removal of the stomach. thyroidectomy.

Aerobic exercises are recommended for increasing cardiorespiratory fitness because they improve the functioning of the:

liver. heart. pancreas. leg muscles.

A sensible and safe weight loss program:

requires premeasured, specially packaged foods. provides no more than 800 calories per day. includes regular physical activity. restricts complex carbohydrate intake.

In addition to reducing the risk of disease, regular exercise improves a person's:

sense of well-being. psychological health. mood. All of these are correct.

Devon wants to engage in an intense aerobic activity. All of the following activities are considered intense, except:

singles tennis. using a stair-climbing machine. playing racquetball. golfing.

All of the following physical activities are aerobic, except:

skipping rope. race-walking. cross-country skiing. sprinting.

Elderly people may improve their bone health by consuming foods or taking supplements that contain______.

sodium vitamin D trans fat cesium

All of the following physical activities are aerobic, except:

typing a letter. rope skipping. cross-country skiing. ice skating.

Dan's father is 50 years old and out of shape. He should _______ before beginning an aerobic exercise program.

visit a health club obtain his physician's approval read an exercise book consult a personal trainer