NASM CNC Exam Prep

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Which of the following is a primary contributor to preventable death?Select one:a. Drinkingb. Smokingc. Obesityd. Suicide Smoking Ketogenic amino acids may become which 2 molecules that can be used to produce ATP?Select one:a. Acetyl-CoA and acetoacetateb. Acetyl-CoA and glucosec. Glucose and fructosed. Acetyl-CoA and pyruvate Acetyl-CoA and acetoacetate A client who trains for triathlons has asked how much fluid he should consume between his morning runs and afternoon bike rides. He has determined his sweat losses from his early morning runs average around 2 liters. Which range of fluid intake would be most appropriate?Select one:a. 2.5-3.0 litersb. 1.5-2.0 litersc. 3.0-3.5 litersd. 1.0-1.5 liters 2.5-3.0 liters What does the Institute of Medicine recommend for protein intake?Select one:a. 55-65% of total energyb. 10-35% of total energyc. 40-50% of total energyd. 70-85% of total energy 10-35% of total energy What energy source is preferred by the brain?Select one:a. Glucoseb. Fatty acidsc. Triglyceridesd. Amino acids Glucose The Maintenance stage is described by which of the following?Select one:a. It's when the behavior has been initiated but hasn't been consistent for at least 6 months.b. It's a highly vulnerable time for a relapse to occur.c. It's when the client has given up on the behavior and resumes life with old habits.d. It's when the behavior is no longer something the client is trying to change and is viewed as part of their lifestyle. It's when the behavior is no longer something the client is trying to change and is viewed as part of their lifestyle. A client asks if the Serving Size on a Nutrition Facts label is the recommended amount of the food that she should eat. How would a Nutrition Coach answer her?Select one:a. The Serving Size is a recommended amount for what individuals should eat at one sitting, but may vary from person to person.b. The Serving Size is a reference amount based on the amount of food that individuals are typically thought to eat at one sitting.c. The Serving Size is an accurate estimation of what individuals should be eating at one sitting.d. The Serving Size is a standardized amount that reflects the amount of food that should be eaten by most individuals at one sitting. The Serving Size is a reference amount based on the amount of food that individuals are typically thought to eat at one sitting. Which of the following is an appropriate visual approximation for vegetables at a meal for an average adult female who requires approximately 1500-1800 calories per day?Select one:a. A baseballb. Two tennis ballsc. Two baseballsd. A tennis ball A baseball According to global estimates, what is the prevalence of gluten-related disorders?Select one:a. 0.5b. 1c. 0.25d. 0.05 0.05 Increased translocation of microbial products through the intestinal barrier, an immune response toward lipopolysaccharides, and increased intestinal permeabiity all play a roll in the symptoms of which of the following?Select one:a. Crohn's diseaseb. Non-celiac gluten sensitivityc. Celiac diseased. Irritable bowel syndrome Non-celiac gluten sensitivity Blood pressure, glycemic control, and which of the following are beneficially affected by calorie-equated exchange for fructose when compared to other carbohydrates?Select one:a. Lean massb. Fatty liverc. Protein synthesisd. Hydration levels Fatty liver The increase in what nutrient is of little real-world significance when comparing grass-fed to conventional milk?Select one:a. Oleic acidb. Conjugated linoleic acidc. Rumenic acidd. Stearic acid Conjugated linoleic acid Eliminar la publicidad Solo $0.99/mes Which item represents a method for overcoming environmental barriers to adherence?Select one:a. Regularly self-monitor calorie intake.b. Increase physical activity.c. Only keep foods in the house that need to be prepared or cooked (not premade or prepackaged).d. Reduce food variety. Only keep foods in the house that need to be prepared or cooked (not premade or prepackaged). According to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, how many positive answers might indicate an eating disorder?Select one:a. 2b. 5c. 1d. 3 2 Which statement best describes the healthcare continuum?Select one:a. The type of alternative health practices that are legitimately recognizedb. The health status of a client from sickness to wellnessc. The many disciplines that make up the healthcare systemd. The number of physician specialists that are in the healthcare system The many disciplines that make up the healthcare system To ensure the client is retaining any shared information, it is important that the content presented is perceived to be important and what other quality?Select one:a. Delivered slowlyb. Based on prior experiencec. Easy to understandd. Reviewed several times Based on prior experience Where might a Nutrition Coach find reputable information on recent dietary guidelines?Select one:a. Private, for-profit supplement companiesb. Popular magazinesc. Government-funded agenciesd. Celebrity blogs Government-funded agencies Any research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for which of the following?Select one:a. References and valuesb. Recall and verbiagec. Reliability and validityd. Resources and volume Reliability and validity A scientist hypothesizes that a supplement will improve fat loss by suppressing appetite. Which item represents a prediction generated by this hypothesis?Select one:a. Subjects taking the supplement will lose a similar amount of fat as subjects who do not take it.b. Subjects will eat a similar amount of food after taking the supplement compared to when they do not take it.c. Subjects will eat less after taking the supplement compared to when they do not take it.d. Subjects will lose fat after taking the supplement with no change in the amount of food consumed. Subjects will eat less after taking the supplement compared to when they do not take it. Which observational study design allows scientists to hypothesize a potential causal association?Select one:a. Cohort studyb. Case studyc. Case-control studyd. Cross-sectional study Cohort study Which term describes the phenomena when a group does not represent the population a scientist is intending to study?Select one:a. Generalizabilityb. Uncontrolled variablec. Recall biasd. Selection bias Selection bias A scientist proposes that sugar is inherently fattening, independent of its calorie content. If that proposal is true, then that would mean that high sugar diets should increase fat gain independent of their calorie content. What term describes this potential consequence?Select one:a. Theoryb. Conclusionc. Predictiond. Hypothesis Prediction Eliminar la publicidad Solo $0.99/mes The best approach to eating for a population's diversity and differences includes which of the following?Select one:a. Rigid and inflexible dietary guidelinesb. A one-size fits all planc. A flexible approachd. Ketogenic or Paleolithic diets A flexible approach Changing seasons have which of the following?Select one:a. Extensive government trackingb. Limited application in western societyc. A significant impact on food choicesd. Little impact on food choices A significant impact on food choices What kind of condition is health?Select one:a. Staticb. Stagnantc. Inertd. Dynamic Dynamic What is the end-result of inadequate rest?Select one:a. Increased TEFb. Reduced RMRc. Reduced TEAd. Increased RMR Reduced RMR To which of the following is one metabolic equivalent (MET) equal?Select one:a. 1 ml O2 / Kg / minb. 3.5 ml O2 / Kg / minc. 10 ml O2 / Kg / mind. 1 RMR equivalent of energy 3.5 ml O2 / Kg / min ATP consists of an adenosine molecule bonded to how many phosphate groups?Select one:a. Oneb. Fourc. Threed. Two Three The basic energy need of an average human being is approximately how many Calories?Select one:a. 1500b. 2000c. 3000d. 2500 2000 If a new client reveals they have kidney disease, what should you do?Select one:a. Put them on a low protein diet.b. Recommend replacing red meat with poultry or fish.c. Put them on a high protein diet.d. Work with their registered dietitian or medical doctor for dietary guidance. Work with their registered dietitian or medical doctor for dietary guidance. What are enzymes?Select one:a. Protein-based structures which catalyze chemical reactionsb. Protein-based structures which act as neurotransmittersc. Protein-based structures which primarily eliminate pathogensd. Protein-based structures which transport other compounds between cells Protein-based structures which catalyze chemical reactions An existing client has been doing very well with meeting daily dietary recommendations with a 3-meal per day eating pattern, and they have met their goal to reach a healthy body weight with increased muscle tone. They express they would like to now pursue a new goal of a doing a physique competition within the next 12 months. Should the Nutrition Coach recommend they eat more or less frequently to help them meet their goals?Select one:a. A Nutrition Coach should recommend they eat less frequent meals because it is not possible to get the low body fat necessary for such a competition eating 3 or more meals per day.b. A Nutrition Coach should recommend they continue eating 3 meals per day because protein timing is not important whatsoever.c. A Nutrition Coach does not need to make any recommendations because the goal is not that extreme.d. A Nutrition Coach should recommend they eat more frequent meals because they can more frequently stimulate muscle growth. A Nutrition Coach should recommend they eat more frequent meals because they can more frequently stimulate muscle growth. Eliminar la publicidad Solo $0.99/mes Is it ever okay for a sedentary person to eat a high protein diet?Select one:a. Yes, there is usually no issue with a sedentary person consuming a diet high in protein up to 2.2 g/kg body weight.b. No, a sedentary person should never consume a high protein diet.c. Yes, but only a moderately high protein diet up to 1.6 g/kg body weight.d. Yes, but only a little over the RDA, up to 1.2 g/kg body weight. Yes, there is usually no issue with a sedentary person consuming a diet high in protein up to 2.2 g/kg body weight. What is the second priority for ingested carbohydrates in the human body?Select one:a. Enhance fat-burning abilityb. Elevate insulin levels in the bloodc. Use as a fuel for endocrine glandsd. Replenish depleted glycogen stores in the liver and muscles Replenish depleted glycogen stores in the liver and muscles Which polysaccharide is digested fastest?Select one:a. Insoluble fiberb. Amylosec. Soluble fiberd. Amylopectin Amylopectin Which of the following combine to make maltose?Select one:a. Glucose and fructoseb. Glucose and glucosec. Glucose and galactosed. Glucose and maltose Glucose and glucose In which part of the body does carbohydrate digestion begin?Select one:a. It begins in the stomach with gastric juices.b. It begins in the duodenum with sodium bicarbonate.c. It begins in the mouth with salivary amylase.d. It begins in the jejunum with pancreatic amylase. It begins in the mouth with salivary amylase. What disease associated with large intakes of fructose in inactive people has recently gained more attention as a health concern?Select one:a. Hyperinsulemiab. Hypertriglyridemiac. Cirrhosisd. Non-alcoholic liver disease Non-alcoholic liver disease A client asks a Nutrition Coach about taking omega-3 supplements. What is the BEST response to tell the client?Select one:a. Omega-3 supplements should be avoided because they raise LDL cholesterol.b. There may be benefits to taking omega-3 supplements, however, it may be more beneficial to eat fatty fish.c. There may be benefits to taking omega-3 supplements, however, omega-6 supplements are more beneficial for heart health.d. Omega-3 supplements should be avoided because they raise triglyceride levels. There may be benefits to taking omega-3 supplements, however, it may be more beneficial to eat fatty fish. What is the age group that should avoid consuming reduced fat milks?Select one:a. Children under the age of 2 yearsb. Any person who is considered underweightc. Perimenopausal women with osteoporosisd. Seniors over the age of 65 Children under the age of 2 years Bile is an example of which of the following?Select one:a. A phospholipidb. An emulsifierc. A micelled. An enzyme An emulsifier What are the byproducts of beta-oxidation?Select one:a. Acetyl-CoA and free fatty acidsb. Ketone bodies and glucosec. Glycerol and glycogend. Glycerol and free fatty acids Glycerol and free fatty acids Eliminar la publicidad Solo $0.99/mes What is the definition of hydrophilic?Select one:a. Likely to mix with water, or have an affinity for water.b. Imbalance of free radicals and antioxidants.c. Forcing hydrogen into vegetable oil to create a saturated fat.d. Likely to repel or not mix with water. Likely to mix with water, or have an affinity for water. Alcoholics often suffer from structural and functional damage to their brain as a result of a deficiency in which vitamin?Select one:a. Vitamin Cb. Riboflavinc. Niacind. Thiamine Thiamine Flushing of the skin after consuming alcohol is typically associated with which deficiency?Select one:a. Acetaldehyde dehydrogenase deficiencyb. Alcohol dehydrogenase deficiencyc. Lactate dehydrogenase deficiencyd. Acetyl-CoA synthetase deficiency Acetaldehyde dehydrogenase deficiency What is ethanol's function in the body?Select one:a. It provides important vitamins and minerals.b. It has no function; it is a toxin.c. It improves cognitive function and acts as a stimulant.d. It provides energy, like the other macronutrients. It has no function; it is a toxin. After exercise, when should alcohol be consumed?Select one:a. Alcohol should never be consumed after exercise.b. An individual should wait at least four hours after exercise to consume alcohol.c. Alcohol can be consumed after rehydrating and consuming carbohydrates and protein.d. Alcohol should only be consumed after resistance exercise. Alcohol can be consumed after rehydrating and consuming carbohydrates and protein. Vitamin C deficiencies occur in what percentage of the population of the United States?Select one:a. 0.22b. 0.1c. 0.03d. 0.07 0.07 What percent of the body is made of calcium?Select one:a. 9-10%b. 1-2%c. 14-15%d. 6-7% 1-2% Iron deficiency is the primary cause of which of the following conditions?Select one:a. Anemiab. Hypertensionc. Sickle celld. Hemophilia Anemia What is the definition of Estimated Average Requirement for a nutrient?Select one:a. A nutrient intake value that is estimated to meet the requirement of half the healthy individuals in a group.b. The average daily dietary intake level that is sufficient to meet the nutrient requirement of nearly all (97 to 98 percent) healthy individuals in a group.c. A value based on observed or experimentally determined approximations of nutrient intake by a group (or groups) of healthy people.d. The highest level of daily nutrient intake that is likely to pose no risk of adverse health effects to almost all individuals in the general population. A nutrient intake value that is estimated to meet the requirement of half the healthy individuals in a group. When assessing your client's sweat losses, a Nutrition Coach determines that their change in body mass is approximately 1.5 kg. How many liters of sweat does this equal?Select one:a. 1.6 litersb. 1.4 litersc. 1.5 litersd. 2.0 liters 1.5 liters Eliminar la publicidad Solo $0.99/mes What signaling mechanism triggers thirst due to a significant loss in total body water from sweating?Select one:a. Muscle spindleb. Baroreceptorc. Golgi tendon organd. Osmoreceptor Baroreceptor Which of the following compounds can passively cross a cell membrane?Select one:a. Sodiumb. Amino acidc. Glucosed. Water Water A pre-exercise snack, such as chocolate milk, fruit, or yogurt, should be consumed how long before endurance activity?Select one:a. 1.5 hours to 2 hoursb. 30 mins to 1 hourc. 3 hoursd. 3.5 hours 30 mins to 1 hour What season is best suited for an athlete to attempt to lose weight or gain muscle?Select one:a. Pre-seasonb. Off-seasonc. Post-seasond. In-season Off-season Which supplement acts as an acid buffering agent during high-intensity exercise between 60 seconds an 10 minutes? Select one:a. Sodium bicarbonateb. Creatinec. Caffeined. MCTs Sodium bicarbonate Which of the following has a strong body of research on its effectiveness to improve performance?Select one:a. Arginineb. ATPc. Caffeined. MCTs Caffeine Examples of complete protein sources include soy, whey, and which of the following?Select one:a. Beansb. Cornc. Caseind. Rice Casein The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein is which of the following?Select one:a. 0.4 g/kg of body weight per dayb. 0.8 g/kg of body weight per dayc. 1.4 g/kg of body weight per dayd. 2.0 g/kg of body weight per day 0.8 g/kg of body weight per day How might depression affect healthy eating?Select one:a. Depressed individuals generally do not value the benefits of healthy eating.b. Depressed individuals typically crave salty foods.c. Depression is known to cause both undereating and overeating in different individuals.d. Depression is the sole cause of alcoholism. Depression is known to cause both undereating and overeating in different individuals. Which of the following is studied in the field of psychology?Select one:a. Neurons and cellsb. Biological systemsc. The mind and behaviord. Physiological pathways The mind and behavior Dressing in loose clothing to hide weight loss could be a sign of which disorder?Select one:a. Bulimia nervosab. Anorexia nervosac. Binge-eating disorderd. Eating disorder not otherwise specified Anorexia nervosa Which of the following represents ideal tone of voice as an effective nonverbal communication skill?Select one:a. Matching tone of clientb. Raising pitch at end of sentencec. Speaking softly when asking a difficult questiond. Maintaining level tone across statements Maintaining level tone across statements What best describes empathy in communication?Select one:a. Understanding what the client is feeling and experiencingb. A relationship that is based on mutual trust and understandingc. Feeling sorry for the client's feelings and experiencesd. Mindfully comprehending the meaning of words in a conversation Understanding what the client is feeling and experiencing Which of the following describes the ideal talk rate in a conversation?Select one:a. Fast rate to demonstrate knowledgeb. Steady rate with clearly enunciated wordsc. Soft and slow rate for clarityd. Always mirror rate of client Steady rate with clearly enunciated words Which of the following types of questioning encourages clients to openly share ideas and information?Select one:a. Reflective questioningb. Closed-ended questioningc. Divergent questioningd. Probing questioning Divergent questioning Which of the following types of questioning encourages clients to openly share ideas and information?Select one:a. Reflective questioningb. Closed-ended questioningc. Divergent questioningd. Probing questioning Divergent questioning In which situation might verbal communication be a better choice than written communication?Select one:a. Confirming an upcoming appointmentb. Checking-in to see how progress is going for the dayc. Simple question that requires direct responsed. Concern about ability to follow program component Concern about ability to follow program component In which stage of change might a NutritionCoach help clients develop feasible plans for action?Select one:a. Precontemplationb. Contemplationc. Preparationd. Termination Preparation Discrepancies drive behavior change most of the time. That being said, which example of a discrepancy would likely be the most demotivating rather than motivating?Select one:a. A client who weighs 180 pounds and wants to weigh 150 poundsb. A client who weighs 180 pounds and wants to weigh 160 poundsc. A client who weighs 160 pounds and wants to weigh 155 poundsd. A client who weighs 220 pounds and wants to weigh 140 pounds: A client who weighs 220 pounds and wants to weigh 140 pounds Which of the following is taken away if a Nutrition Coach tells a client what to do and doesn't ask for their opinion?Select one:a. Excusesb. Goalsc. Autonomyd. Motivation Autonomy Which of the following is not a motivational interviewing strategy?Select one:a. Creating argumentsb. Identifying discrepanciesc. Expressing accurate empathyd. Enhancing self-efficacy Creating arguments "I want to run for 30-minutes, four times a week," is an example of which kind of goal?Select one:a. Objective goalb. Outcome goalc. Process goald. Subjective goal Objective goal "I want to increase my intake of vegetables from two servings to three servings per day," is an example of which kind of goal?Select one:a. Performance goalb. Do your best goalc. Subjective goald. Outcome goal Performance goal Of the options provided, which body composition assessment method has the highest accuracy?Select one:a. Electrical impedance myographyb. Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometryc. Ultrasoundd. Skinfolds Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry Why should Nutrition Coaches be careful when applying goal-setting principles regarding diet and nutrition to children?Select one:a. Young children will be overly sad if they don't reach their goal.b. Young children will find ways to cheat when not supervised by a parent.c. Young children lack the needed discipline to follow instructions.d. Young children often lack the maturity and ability to accurately self-monitor their own behaviors. Young children often lack the maturity and ability to accurately self-monitor their own behaviors. John wants to exercise for one hour each day, five days per week. As such, he sets a goal to schedule one-hour workouts at 6:30am Monday-Friday. What kind of goal is this?Select one:a. Outcome goalb. Subjective goalc. Process goald. Do your best goal Process goal The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting the consumption of certain food groups in the general population. Which of the following is one of groups that should be limited?Select one:a. Trans fatsb. Animal protein sourcesc. Fruitsd. Plant protein sources Trans fats The recommended average daily intake level when an RDA value cannot be determined is known as which of the following?Select one:a. Adequate Intake (AI)b. Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR)c. Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)d. Tolerable Upper Limit (UL) Adequate Intake (AI) Which body composition assessment method involves the estimation of the 3-dimensional volume of the body through measurement of an individual's displacement of air while they sit in a sealed chamber?Select one:a. Ultrasoundb. Infrared 3-dimensional scanningc. Underwater weighingd. Air displacement plethysmography Air displacement plethysmography Nutrition Information labels in the EU and UK do not indicate a serving size on food labels. Instead, they provide nutrient information for what standard amount?Select one:a. 3 ounces of dry or 1 cup of fluid productb. 100 grams of dry or 100 milliliters of fluid productc. 1 gram of dry or 1 milliliter of fluid productd. 1/4 cup dry or a pint of fluid product 100 grams of dry or 100 milliliters of fluid product A client wants to know if her daily multivitamin provides an adequate amount of each vitamin to meet all her daily needs. What values should she look at on the Supplement Facts label to determine this?Select one:a. The % Daily Value (DV) for each vitaminb. The total amount in grams (g) of each vitamin listedc. The % Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for each vitamind. The total amount in milligrams (mg) of each vitamin listed The % Daily Value (DV) for each vitamin What is the first step that clients should consider when deciding to meal prep?Select one:a. How much food they want to buy for the weekb. What ingredients to buy for meal prepc. How many meals they want to eat during the week aheadd. What type of meal preparation suits their lifestyle and preference What type of meal preparation suits their lifestyle and preference How can meal prepping ahead of time help a client stay on track with making healthy food choices?Select one:a. It allows them to spend longer on preparing meals.b. It enables them to buy healthy foods on a regular basis.c. It increases the time they spend on meals.d. It makes healthy foods easily available during busy times. It makes healthy foods easily available during busy times. Which of the following foods might be the best choice for a snack from a convenience store or gas station when traveling by road?Select one:a. Cheese stick or Greek yogurtb. Iced tea and a bag of trail mixc. Coffee drink and a muffind. Tortilla chips and cheese dip Cheese stick or Greek yogurt Which of the following might be the best snack option for a client to select from a vending machine?Select one:a. A candy barb. A package of cookiesc. cheese stick or Greek yogurtd. A muffin cheese stick or Greek yogurt What is mindless eating?Select one:a. Eating that occurs when an individual does not look at their foodb. Eating that occurs without paying attention to the food being consumedc. Eating that occurs when an individual is not hungryd. Eating that occurs when an individual does not think about their food Eating that occurs without paying attention to the food being consumed High consumption of processed meat products has been associated most strongly with which disease?Select one:a. Grave's diseaseb. Colon cancerc. Dementiad. Atherosclerosis Colon cancer Which scenario could indirectly lead to reduced calorie intake?Select one:a. Increasing consumption of hyperpalatable foodsb. Increasing protein intake from a low to high intakec. Supplementing with vitamin Cd. Adding coconut oil to each meal Increasing protein intake from a low to high intake According to research, how much daily protein intake will maximize the muscle gain that occurs in response to resistance training?Select one:a. 1.6 g/kgb. 0.8 g/kgc. 0.4 g/kgd. 1.0 g/kg 1.6 g/kg A ketogenic diet typically requires carbohydrate intake to be restricted to less than how many grams per day?Select one:a. < 200 gb. < 5 gc. < 500 gd. < 50 g < 50 g Which of the following is produced in the lowest quantity during fructose metabolism?Select one:a. Lactateb. Glucosec. Glycogend. Fatty acids Fatty acids A client has been struggling to lose weight on an Ornish diet. Which item represents the best approach to solving this problem?Select one:a. Continue with the approach to see if things can improve.b. Increase the client's exercise.c. Teach the client techniques to improve dietary discipline.d. Find a new dietary approach to which the client can adhere. Find a new dietary approach to which the client can adhere. Which of the following diet characteristics is associated with successful long-term weight maintenance?Select one:a. High palatabilityb. High energy densityc. Low energy densityd. High variety Low energy density Your client tells their Nutrition Coach, "First the experts told us to decrease our fat intake, now they tell us to decrease our carb intake! I don't know what to do." Which psychological barrier to adherence does this represent?Select one:a. Perception of choiceb. Situational barrierc. Social and cultural contextd. Confusion Confusion Which item represents the likely outcome of a lapse in dietary adherence?Select one:a. Decrease in energy expenditureb. Increase in energy expenditurec. Increase in energy intaked. Decrease in energy intake Increase in energy intake Which equation includes measures of body composition for estimating resting metabolic rate?Select one:a. Harris-Benedictb. Stratton-Willisc. Mifflin St. Jeord. Katch-McArdle Katch-McArdle Based on the most recent evidence, what is the ideal range of protein consumption per meal to maximize muscle growth?Select one:a. 0.3 to 0.4 g/kgb. 0.2 to 0.35 g/kgc. 0.4 to 0.55 g/kgd. 0.55 to 0.7 g/kg 0.4 to 0.55 g/kg Peter, the 40-year-old business executive, needs to determine how many grams of protein to eat each day. He weighs 100 kg. His protein intake has been set at 1.6 g/kg. How much protein should he eat per day?Select one:a. 60 gramsb. 160 gramsc. 260 gramsd. 360 grams 160 grams What should the fat target be set at for endurance athletes?Select one:a. 1.5 g/kg/dayb. 0.5-0.75 g/kg/dayc. 1 g/kg/dayd. 0.25-0.5 g/kg/day 1 g/kg/day

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Which statement best describes the healthcare continuum?Select one:a. The health status of a client from sickness to wellnessb. The number of physician specialists that are in the healthcare systemc. The many disciplines that make up the healthcare systemd. The type of alternative health practices that are legitimately recognizedWhich of the following can a Nutrition Coach provide?Select one:a. Nutritional advice and behavioral prescriptionsb. Nutritional advice and behavioral counselingc. Nutritional advice and behavioral prognosisd. Nutritional advice and behavioral modificationFeedbackThe correct answer is: Nutritional advice and behavioral modificationQuestion 4CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textAny research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for which of the following?Select one:a. References and valuesb. Recall and verbiagec. Resources and volumed. Reliability and validityFeedbackThe correct answer is: Reliability and validityQuestion 5CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textDuring a regular meeting, a client is complaining of irregular gastrointestinal issues, ranging from diarrhea to constipation. What is the best course of action?Select one:a. Evaluate his prescription medications to look for similar side effects.b. Advise him to make an appointment with his personal physician.c. Advise him to eat more vegetables and drink more water.d. Closely monitor his situation and re-evaluate during the next meeting.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Advise him to make an appointment with his personal physician.Question 6CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA group of scientists looks at the effects of an extreme weight loss diet in a single person over time. What type of research is this considered?Select one:a. Surveyb. Cohort studyc. Case-control studyd. Case studyFeedbackThe correct answer is: Case studyQuestion 7CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA scientist proposes that sugar is inherently fattening, independent of its calorie content. If that proposal is true, then that would mean that high sugar diets should increase fat gain independent of their calorie content. What term describes this potential consequence?Select one:a. Theoryb. Conclusionc. Hypothesisd. PredictionFeedbackThe correct answer is: PredictionQuestion 8CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is an example of descriptive research?Select one:a. Meta-analysisb. Cohort studyc. Surveyd. Randomized controlled trialFeedbackThe correct answer is: SurveyQuestion 9CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich item represents a high quality, non-peer reviewed source of information?Select one:a. Narrative reviewb. Academic textbookc. Position standd. Systematic reviewFeedbackThe correct answer is: Academic textbookQuestion 10CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textThe best approach to eating for a population's diversity and differences includes which of the following?Select one:a. Ketogenic or Paleolithic dietsb. A one-size fits all planc. A flexible approachd. Rigid and inflexible dietary guidelinesFeedbackThe correct answer is: A flexible approachQuestion 11CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following best defines wellness?Select one:a. The overall diagnosis of health one is given by friends and familyb. The overall feeling of health one perceives they havec. The overall infirmity one is experiencing as defined by how often medical attention is necessaryd. The overall quality of health one is experiencing, especially as an actively sought lifestyle that leads to optimal health and well-beingFeedbackThe correct answer is: The overall quality of health one is experiencing, especially as an actively sought lifestyle that leads to optimal health and well-beingQuestion 12CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is a tip for a health-supporting diet?Select one:a. Follow a diet that is highly rigid and controlled.b. Eat foods that are highly palatable.c. Follow a diet that is low in saturated fat.d. Include lots of processed meats in your diet.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Follow a diet that is low in saturated fat.Question 13CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is best defined as a high degree of body fat, or excess body fat, with a BMI greater than 30?Select one:a. Unhealthyb. Obesityc. Overweightd. FatFeedbackThe correct answer is: ObesityQuestion 14CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textTo which of the following is one metabolic equivalent (MET) equal?Select one:a. 10 ml O2 / Kg / minb. 1 ml O2 / Kg / minc. 1 RMR equivalent of energyd. 3.5 ml O2 / Kg / minFeedbackThe correct answer is: 3.5 ml O2 / Kg / minQuestion 15CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textThe process of generating energy (in the form of ATP) from nutrients we consume in our diet is referred to as which of the following?Select one:a. Energy metabolismb. Energy adaptionc. Energy restrictiond. Energy requirementFeedbackThe correct answer is: Energy metabolismQuestion 16CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textEnergy utilized for immediate work is known as which of the following?Select one:a. Nuclearb. Electricalc. Potentiald. KineticFeedbackThe correct answer is: KineticQuestion 17CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textThe basic energy need of an average human being is approximately how many Calories?Select one:a. 3000b. 2500c. 1500d. 2000FeedbackThe correct answer is: 2000Question 18CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textIf a new client reveals they have kidney disease, what should you do?Select one:a. Put them on a high protein diet.b. Recommend replacing red meat with poultry or fish.c. Work with their registered dietitian or medical doctor for dietary guidance.d. Put them on a low protein diet.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Work with their registered dietitian or medical doctor for dietary guidance.Question 19CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is the primary reason that plant proteins tend to make it more difficult to gain muscle compared to animal proteins?Select one:a. Plant proteins do not have as many essential amino acids.b. Plant proteins have more fiber.c. Plant proteins usually have anti-nutrition factors.d. Plant proteins are filled with phytoestrogens, which inhibit muscle gain.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Plant proteins do not have as many essential amino acids.Question 20CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is true about high-protein snacks?Select one:a. Protein-based snacks without excess fats or carbohydrates can enhance satiety and, therefore, weight loss.b. Protein-based snacks can help with satiety and weight loss, but only if they are low in fat.c. Protein-based snacks will enhance satiety and weight loss regardless of their fat or carbohydrate content.d. Protein-based snacks offer no benefit to satiety or weight loss.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Protein-based snacks without excess fats or carbohydrates can enhance satiety and, therefore, weight loss.Question 21CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is an adverse effect of a high protein diet?Select one:a. Decreased bone mineral densityb. Kidney issues in those with pre-existing conditionsc. Sarcopeniad. Heart diseaseFeedbackThe correct answer is: Kidney issues in those with pre-existing conditionsQuestion 22CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is the best protocol for fat loss while maintaining muscle mass?Select one:a. A calorie-restricted, high-protein (1.8-2.2 g/kg body weight) diet & cardiovascular trainingb. A calorie-restricted, low-protein (0.4-0.8 g/kg body weight) diet & resistance trainingc. A calorie-restricted, high-protein (1.8-2.2 g/kg body weight) diet & resistance trainingd. A high-calorie, high-protein (1.8-2.2 g/kg body weight) diet & resistance trainingFeedbackThe correct answer is: A calorie-restricted, high-protein (1.8-2.2 g/kg body weight) diet & resistance trainingQuestion 23CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich complex carbohydrate chain contains straight-chain structures?Select one:a. Amyloseb. Insoluble fiberc. Amylopectind. Soluble fiberFeedbackThe correct answer is: AmyloseQuestion 24CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich two monosaccharides combine to make lactose?Select one:a. Glucose and maltoseb. Glucose and glucosec. Glucose and fructosed. Glucose and galactoseFeedbackThe correct answer is: Glucose and galactoseQuestion 25CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat glycemic score ranks a carbohydrate food as a high GI food?Select one:a. GI score between 35-55b. GI score between 70-75c. GI score under 55d. GI score over 69FeedbackThe correct answer is: GI score over 69 The many disciplines that make up the healthcare system A new client has just moved into the area. She states that she occasionally suffers from anxiety and panic attacks and needs to renew her prescription medications. To which healthcare professional should she be referred?Select one:a. Podiatristb. Physiotherapistc. Physiologistd. Psychiatrist Psychiatrist Question 26CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is the molecular structure for glucose?Select one:a. C12H22O11b. C6H12O6c. H2Od. C02FeedbackThe correct answer is: C6H12O6Question 27CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textHow much glycogen can the adult liver store?Select one:a. 50 grams per Kgb. 25 grams per Kgc. 100 grams per Kgd. 15 grams per KgFeedbackThe correct answer is: 50 grams per KgQuestion 28CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA client asks a Nutrition Coach about the benefits of medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) supplementation in weight loss. What is the BEST response?Select one:a. MCT supplements are a health risk for anyone experiencing dementia.b. Medium-chain triglycerides should be consumed in a supplement form for maximal absorption.c. MCT supplements are a health risk for anyone with osteopenia or osteoporosis.d. While there has been research linking MCT supplementation with weight loss, this should not replace dietary and lifestyle interventions.FeedbackThe correct answer is: While there has been research linking MCT supplementation with weight loss, this should not replace dietary and lifestyle interventions.Question 29CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is the role of lipoprotein lipase?Select one:a. It is the enzyme that reassembles fatty acids into triglycerides.b. It is the enzyme that reassembles fatty acids into chylomicrons.c. It is the enzyme within a person's saliva that initially breaks down food.d. It is the enzyme that breaks down triglycerides into fatty acids and glycerol.FeedbackThe correct answer is: It is the enzyme that breaks down triglycerides into fatty acids and glycerol.Question 30CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is the definition of hydrophobic?Select one:a. Likely to repel or not mix with water.b. Imbalance of free radicals and antioxidants.c. Likely to mix with water, or have an affinity for water.d. Forcing hydrogen into vegetable oil to create a saturated fat.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Likely to repel or not mix with water.Question 31CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is the function of low-density lipoproteins?Select one:a. Transportation of cholesterol to cells of the body.b. Transportation of enzymes to the pancreas.c. Transportation of cholesterol to the small intestine.d. Transportation of bile to the gall bladder.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Transportation of cholesterol to cells of the body.Question 32CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA client tells his Nutrition Coach he is on a 2,100 kcal/day diet. If he is trying to consume 30% of his calories from fat, how many grams of fat should he be consuming?Select one:a. 163 grams of fatb. 156 grams of fatc. 70 grams of fatd. 367 grams of fatFeedbackThe correct answer is: 70 grams of fatQuestion 33IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textHow much alcohol is recommended for pregnant females and individuals planning on driving?Select one:a. 1 standard drinkb. 2 standard drinksc. 3 standard drinksd. Zero alcoholFeedbackThe correct answer is: Zero alcoholQuestion 34IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textWhy are females more susceptible to the effects of alcohol?Select one:a. Ethanol metabolism by the liver in females is less effective than males.b. They have less body water than males, so alcohol is more concentrated in the tissues it enters.c. Females prefer to drink wine and spirits, which are high in alcohol content.d. Females eat less food, so ethanol is absorbed faster than in males.FeedbackThe correct answer is: They have less body water than males, so alcohol is more concentrated in the tissues it enters.Question 35CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat acute effect does drinking alcohol have on the heart?Select one:a. Does not effect the heartb. Decreases right ventricle contractility and increases heart ratec. Increases left ventricle contractility and decreases heart rated. Decreases left ventricle contractility and increases heart rateFeedbackThe correct answer is: Decreases left ventricle contractility and increases heart rateQuestion 36CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textBased on research, which group of college athletes is more likely to regularly consume alcohol at hazardous levels?Select one:a. Intercollegiate athletesb. Athletes from individual sportsc. Intramural/club athletesd. All athletes are equally likely to consume hazardous levels of alcohol.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Intramural/club athletesQuestion 37CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat blood process does vitamin K help directly control?Select one:a. Blood pressureb. Blood lipidsc. Blood sugard. Blood clottingFeedbackThe correct answer is: Blood clottingQuestion 38CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat percent of the body is made of calcium?Select one:a. 6-7%b. 1-2%c. 14-15%d. 9-10%FeedbackThe correct answer is: 1-2%Question 39CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textVitamin C deficiencies occur in what percentage of the population of the United States?Select one:a. 0.1b. 0.22c. 0.07d. 0.03FeedbackThe correct answer is: 0.07Question 40CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat differentiates macro- and micronutrients?Select one:a. The role the play in the human body.b. The quantity in which they are needed in the diet.c. The chemical structure of the nutrient differentiates them.d. The metabolic reactions in which they are involved.FeedbackThe correct answer is: The quantity in which they are needed in the diet.Question 41CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA client weighs 70 kg and is training to complete a marathon in a time of about 4 h. The client's sweat losses are expected to equal around 4 liters (about 6% of body mass). Which fluid intake goal would be most appropriate?Select one:a. Drink 6 liters of fluid during the race.b. Drink 2 liters of fluid during the race.c. Drink 4 liters of fluid during the race.d. Drink 1 liter of fluid during the race.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Drink 2 liters of fluid during the race.Question 42CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhere is approximately two-thirds of body water found?Select one:a. Intracellular fluidb. Interstitial fluidc. Digestive systemd. Extracellular fluidFeedbackThe correct answer is: Intracellular fluidQuestion 43CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textUrine specific gravity is best assessed with which tool?Select one:a. Refractometerb. Osmometerc. pH meterd. ScaleFeedbackThe correct answer is: RefractometerQuestion 44CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is the body's primary pathway of heat dissipation during exercise in the heat?Select one:a. Generation of convective forces through movementb. Increasing venous blood volume return to the heart by decreasing blood flow to the digestive systemc. Evaporation of sweat loss from the skind. Increasing the flow of blood volume to the skin's surfaceFeedbackThe correct answer is: Evaporation of sweat loss from the skinQuestion 45CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textHow much protein is suggested in a post-exercise snack for a strength athlete?Select one:a. 20-30gb. 5-10gc. 45-55gd. 60-75gFeedbackThe correct answer is: 20-30gQuestion 46CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich meal/snack would be a good recommendation for a person to consume before an early morning workout?Select one:a. Pancakes with syrup and baconb. Chocolate milkc. A large bagel with cream cheesed. Avocado with bacon and eggFeedbackThe correct answer is: Chocolate milkQuestion 47CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is the sleep low, train low carbohydrate periodization method?Select one:a. Athletes perform a morning training session, carbohydrate load during the day for recovery, and then complete a fasted training session that evening.b. Athletes perform an evening training session, carbohydrate load during overnight recovery, and then complete a training session the following morning after eating a small breakfast.c. Athletes perform a morning training session, restrict carbohydrates the remainder of the day, and then eat a carbohydrate-rich breakfast the following morning.d. Athletes perform an evening training session, restrict carbohydrates during overnight recovery, and then complete a fasted training session the following morning.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Athletes perform an evening training session, restrict carbohydrates during overnight recovery, and then complete a fasted training session the following morning.Question 48IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textHow much glucose does the brain consume?Select one:a. about 5% of glucose derived energyb. about 10% of glucose derived energyc. about 1% of glucose derived energyd. about 20% of glucose derived energyFeedbackThe correct answer is: about 20% of glucose derived energyQuestion 49CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textHow might capsaicin aid in weight control?Select one:a. It may increase daily energy expenditure by 30%.b. It is a banned substance.c. It suppresses appetite, leading to reduced intake by 25%.d. It may have a slight positive impact on energy expenditure and appetite.FeedbackThe correct answer is: It may have a slight positive impact on energy expenditure and appetite.Question 50CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich factor indicates a supplement is likely ineffective?Select one:a. The dosage on the label matches what was used in well-designed research studies.b. A systematic review and meta-analysis of the supplement ingredient(s) is available.c. The seal of a third party testing agency is present to verify the supplement contents match the label.d. The dosage on the label does not match what was used in well-designed research studies.FeedbackThe correct answer is: The dosage on the label does not match what was used in well-designed research studies. ... ... ... Question 76CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA client says she has a difficult time estimating an appropriate portion of starch when she dines out at restaurants. What might the Nutrition Coach recommend she use as a visual approximation?Select one:a. A mobile phone-sized portionb. A cupped palm-size portionc. Two flat palm-sized portionsd. A golf ball-sized portionFeedbackThe correct answer is: A cupped palm-size portionQuestion 77IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textA client is looking to buy a high-fiber brand of cereal but is not sure how to tell if a brand is high in fiber. What would you recommend that they look at to determine this?Select one:a. Look for a brand that has Dietary Fiber on the Nutrition Facts label.b. Look for a brand that has 2 grams or more of fiber per serving.c. Look for a brand that has a %DV of 20 or more for Dietary Fiber.d. Look for a brand that has 3 grams of fiber or more per serving.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Look for a brand that has a %DV of 20 or more for Dietary Fiber.Question 78CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textBasic food safety guidelines remain important when meal prepping. Cooked fish should be consumed no later than how many days following preparation?Select one:a. Four to five days after preparationb. Three to four days after preparationc. One to two days after preparationd. Two to three days after preparationFeedbackThe correct answer is: Two to three days after preparationQuestion 79CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is a useful strategy that can help clients be more efficient during meal prep?Select one:a. Set out all the ingredients and tools needed prior to starting.b. Chop and cook different foods at the same time.c. Prepare one recipe at a time to avoid multi-tasking.d. Cook all the protein foods at the same time, then all the starches and vegetable dishes.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Set out all the ingredients and tools needed prior to starting.Question 80CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following might be the best snack option for a client to select from a vending machine?Select one:a. A package of cookiesb. A muffinc. cheese stick or Greek yogurtd. A candy barFeedbackThe correct answer is: cheese stick or Greek yogurtQuestion 81CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following strategies might the Nutrition Coach recommend to a client who says that he finds himself snacking constantly at his desk at work?Select one:a. Avoid bringing any snacks to work.b. Plan his meals for the day ahead of time.c. Remove snacks from his desk and immediate work area, and store them in the office kitchen.d. Store snacks in his drawer versus on his immediate desk area.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Remove snacks from his desk and immediate work area, and store them in the office kitchen.Question 82CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textHow might clients who use a meal delivery service increase the nutritional value of their meals?Select one:a. Decrease the amount of fat used in preparing the meal.b. Add additional ingredients to the meal.c. Add extra vegetables to the meal.d. Decrease the amount of salt used in preparing the meal.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Add extra vegetables to the meal.Question 83CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA high-protein diet can be potentially be harmful to people within which of the following groups?Select one:a. Those with a kidney disorderb. Those with Celiac diseasec. Those with high cholesterold. Those with type 2 diabetesFeedbackThe correct answer is: Those with a kidney disorderQuestion 84CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA vegan diet is most likely to put someone at risk for a deficiency in which of these micronutrients?Select one:a. Vitamin B12b. Vitamin Cc. Vitamin Dd. Vitamin AFeedbackThe correct answer is: Vitamin B12Question 85CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is a primary benefit of using a low-energy diet or a very low-energy diet?Select one:a. The hunger hormone ghrelin is suppressed the most on these diets.b. Weight loss will occur at a much faster rate than many other diets.c. It will lead to increased bone mineral density and vitamin D absorption.d. It will lead to greater maintenance of muscle mass compared to other diets.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Weight loss will occur at a much faster rate than many other diets.Question 86CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of these hormones most directly increases one's appetite?Select one:a. Ghrelinb. Progesteronec. Testosteroned. Thyroid hormoneFeedbackThe correct answer is: GhrelinQuestion 87CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich scenario could indirectly lead to reduced calorie intake?Select one:a. Increasing protein intake from a low to high intakeb. Increasing consumption of hyperpalatable foodsc. Supplementing with vitamin Cd. Adding coconut oil to each mealFeedbackThe correct answer is: Increasing protein intake from a low to high intakeQuestion 88CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is an example of a direct risk of GMO consumption?Select one:a. Increased use of pesticides on GMO cropsb. Expression of allergenic proteinsc. Reduced spoilage of produced. Increased intake of vitamin A (beta-carotene)FeedbackThe correct answer is: Expression of allergenic proteinsQuestion 89CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textGluten increases intestinal permeability by interacting with which one of the following molecules?Select one:a. Zonulinb. Butyratec. Lipased. LipopolysaccharideFeedbackThe correct answer is: ZonulinQuestion 90CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textIncreased translocation of microbial products through the intestinal barrier, an immune response toward lipopolysaccharides, and increased intestinal permeabiity all play a roll in the symptoms of which of the following?Select one:a. Crohn's diseaseb. Non-celiac gluten sensitivityc. Celiac diseased. Irritable bowel syndromeFeedbackThe correct answer is: Non-celiac gluten sensitivityQuestion 91IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textNon-celiac gluten sensitivity is best described as which of the following?Select one:a. Autoimmune conditionb. Gluten intolerancec. Food sensitivityd. Allergic reactionFeedbackThe correct answer is: Food sensitivityQuestion 92CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA client has been successfully maintaining weight loss for the past 3 months, but then has a bad weekend during which they overeat. Which item represents the best approach in handling this situation?Select one:a. View the lapse as temporary and as a learning experience to strategize how to prevent it in the future.b. View the lapse as a sign that the dietary strategy is not working and needs to be changed.c. Increase physical activity to compensate for the lapse.d. Decrease calorie intake for the following week to compensate for the lapse.FeedbackThe correct answer is: View the lapse as temporary and as a learning experience to strategize how to prevent it in the future.Question 93CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich item best represents a psychological barrier to dietary adherence?Select one:a. Strong increase in hunger in response to a calorie deficitb. Abundance of hyperpalatable, energy-dense foodsc. No decrease in hunger during overfeedingd. Tenacity of eating habitsFeedbackThe correct answer is: Tenacity of eating habitsQuestion 94CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA client's home is filled with tasty, high-calorie foods. Under which category of reasons for adherence lapses does this fall?Select one:a. Personalb. Psychologicalc. Physiologicald. EnvironmentalFeedbackThe correct answer is: EnvironmentalQuestion 95CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich item represents a method for re-establishing an energy deficit after a plateau?Select one:a. Choose foods with similar volume but fewer calories.b. Choose foods with similar calories but more volume.c. Increase meal frequency.d. Increase protein intake to boost metabolism.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Choose foods with similar volume but fewer calories.Question 96CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA client tells their Nutrition Coach that coworkers bring donuts to work every morning. Which psychological barrier to adherence does this represent?Select one:a. Confusionb. Perception of choicec. Stress-related eatingd. Situational barrierFeedbackThe correct answer is: Situational barrierQuestion 97CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat percent of information that is told to a client is immediately forgotten?Select one:a. 15-20%b. 5-10%c. 40-80%d. 25-35%FeedbackThe correct answer is: 40-80%Question 98CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is a limitation of the Mifflin St Jeor equation for estimating resting metabolism?Select one:a. It does not account for a person's body composition.b. It does not account for a person's age.c. It does not account for a person's height.d. It does not account for a person's gender.FeedbackThe correct answer is: It does not account for a person's body composition.Question 99CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textBased on the most recent evidence, what is the ideal range of protein consumption per meal to maximize muscle growth?Select one:a. 0.2 to 0.35 g/kgb. 0.3 to 0.4 g/kgc. 0.55 to 0.7 g/kgd. 0.4 to 0.55 g/kgFeedbackThe correct answer is: 0.4 to 0.55 g/kgQuestion 100CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is an appropriate range of carbohydrates for the general population and athletes who partake in low volume training or mostly skill-based training?Select one:a. 2-3 g/kg/dayb. 1-1.5 g/kg/dayc. 3-5 g/kg/dayd. 5-7 g/kg/dayFeedbackThe correct answer is: 3-5 g/kg/day ... Question 51IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textAll independent testing agencies provide which services?Select one:a. Identify ingredient forms and amountsb. Annual audits of the supplement companies to ensure compliance to Good Manufacturing Practicesc. Tests for anabolic steroidsd. Effectiveness of the supplementFeedbackThe correct answer is: Identify ingredient forms and amountsQuestion 52CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textHow much leucine is required to stimulate muscle protein synthesis?Select one:a. 1.0 - 1.5 gb. At least 5 gc. 1.7 - 3.5 gd. 3.6 - 4.0 gFeedbackThe correct answer is: 1.7 - 3.5 gQuestion 53IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is an example of a client with a high level of self-efficacy?Select one:a. A client who is aware of their personal limitationsb. A client who has a positive outlook on life in generalc. A client who demonstrates knowledge of proper nutritiond. A client who strongly believes they can reduce fat in their diet to help lower their cholesterolFeedbackThe correct answer is: A client who strongly believes they can reduce fat in their diet to help lower their cholesterolQuestion 54CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textA regular client has indicated that a close family member suffered a serious heart attack and that she believes that changing her diet would be beneficial for her own long-term health. Which step is appropriate to take with this client following this statement?Select one:a. Find out about food preferences and general goals.b. Do nothing, the client is clearly in the Precontemplation stage.c. Have the client immediately reduce carbohydrates.d. Hold the client accountable to eating more fruits and vegetables each day.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Find out about food preferences and general goals.Question 55IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is one of the most important things to do when working with a client in the Action stage?Select one:a. Leave the client alone, they need to learn to deal with barriers on their own.b. Provide regular support and accountability.c. Conduct assessments and determine goals.d. Develop strategies for meal planning.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Provide regular support and accountability.Question 56IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is an informational way to provide social support to a client?Select one:a. Letting a client know they are not alone in the process of losing weightb. Teaching a client how to read food labelsc. Holding the client accountable to eating fewer calories each dayd. Taking a client to a grocery store to demonstrate how to make healthier choicesFeedbackThe correct answer is: Teaching a client how to read food labelsQuestion 57CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is the goal of using positive nonverbal cues in communication?Select one:a. Demonstrate confidence, care, and readiness to helpb. Demonstrate knowledge, authority, and trainingc. Demonstrate eagerness to get startedd. Demonstrate confidence in the program developedFeedbackThe correct answer is: Demonstrate confidence, care, and readiness to helpQuestion 58CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is one primary goal of using supportive words?Select one:a. Decrease emotional responseb. Build efficacyc. Minimize ambiguityd. Create purposeFeedbackThe correct answer is: Build efficacyQuestion 59CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is true about communication skills?Select one:a. Once learned, they remain consistently good.b. They are innate and very difficult to learn.c. They can be learned through self-monitoring.d. They are not as important as job-specific knowledge.FeedbackThe correct answer is: They can be learned through self-monitoring.Question 60IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat best describes verbal communication?Select one:a. The literal meaning of a wordb. Broad questions with no right or wrong answerc. The words used to convey a messaged. Simple and direct questionsFeedbackThe correct answer is: The words used to convey a messageQuestion 61CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is most likely to happen when there is a mismatch in verbal and nonverbal communication behaviors?Select one:a. Competence will be demonstrated.b. A lack of trust will be developed.c. A comfortable environment will be established.d. Rapport will be built.FeedbackThe correct answer is: A lack of trust will be developed.Question 62CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textHow many Motivational Interviewing strategies are there?Select one:a. 4b. 7c. 5d. 3FeedbackThe correct answer is: 5Question 63IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textIn Motivational Interviewing, ambivalence is seen as which of the following?Select one:a. A roadblock to changeb. A trait of difficult clientsc. A normal part of the change processd. A sign of resistanceFeedbackThe correct answer is: A normal part of the change processQuestion 64CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is consistent with Motivational Interviewing?Select one:a. Argumentationb. Confronting denialc. Telling the client what to dod. Supporting self-efficacyFeedbackThe correct answer is: Supporting self-efficacyQuestion 65CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhen a coach argues that a client's behavior needs to change, the client may respond by doing which of the following?Select one:a. Accepting the need for changeb. Asking for more advicec. Moving from contemplation to actiond. Defending their behaviorFeedbackThe correct answer is: Defending their behaviorQuestion 66CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhy does the Nutrition Coach need information about goal setting if many individuals already set goals?Select one:a. Individuals generally set objective versus subjective goals.b. Individuals generally do not set goals that maximize positive outcomes.c. Individuals tend to set SMART goals instead of outcome goals.d. Individuals tend to set process goals versus outcome goals.FeedbackThe correct answer is: Individuals generally do not set goals that maximize positive outcomes.Question 67CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question text"I want to increase my intake of vegetables from two servings to three servings per day," is an example of which kind of goal?Select one:a. Do your best goalb. Performance goalc. Outcome goald. Subjective goalFeedbackThe correct answer is: Performance goalQuestion 68CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question text"I want to look and feel better," is an example of which kind of goal?Select one:a. Subjective goalb. Process goalc. Outcome goald. Objective goalFeedbackThe correct answer is: Subjective goalQuestion 69CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is an example of a SMARTS goal?Select one:a. After speaking with my Nutrition Coach, my goal is to reduce my calorie intake from 3,000 to 2,000 five days per week for the next three months by excluding junk foods (chips, cookies, pastries) during the weekday.b. My goal is to eat more fruits and vegetables by only eating salads for the next 6-months.c. My goal is to eat no more than 900 calories per day for the next 6 months so I lose at least 50 pounds.d. My goal is to look and feel better than I ever have before by exercising every morning and evening until I'm satisfied by my appearance.FeedbackThe correct answer is: After speaking with my Nutrition Coach, my goal is to reduce my calorie intake from 3,000 to 2,000 five days per week for the next three months by excluding junk foods (chips, cookies, pastries) during the weekday.Question 70CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for carbohydrates?Select one:a. 35 to 45%b. 20 to 35%c. 45 to 65%d. 10 to 35%FeedbackThe correct answer is: 45 to 65%Question 71CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich body composition assessment method involves the estimation of the 3-dimensional volume of the body through measurement of an individual's body weight while they are completely submerged under water?Select one:a. Hydrodensitometryb. Ultrasoundc. Air displacement plethysmographyd. Infrared 3-dimensional scanningFeedbackThe correct answer is: HydrodensitometryQuestion 72CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textThe Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting the consumption of certain food groups in the general population. Which of the following is one of groups that should be limited?Select one:a. Fruitsb. Animal protein sourcesc. Plant protein sourcesd. Trans fatsFeedbackThe correct answer is: Trans fatsQuestion 73IncorrectMark 0.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for fats?Select one:a. 35 to 45%b. 20 to 35%c. 45 to 65%d. 10 to 35%FeedbackThe correct answer is: 20 to 35%Question 74CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhich of the following is an appropriate visual approximation for fat at a meal for an average adult female who requires approximately 1500-1800 calories per day?Select one:a. A baseballb. A golf ballc. A tennis balld. A hockey puckFeedbackThe correct answer is: A golf ballQuestion 75CorrectMark 1.00 out of 1.00Question textWhat is an appropriate visual approximation for fat at a meal for an average adult female who requires approximately 1500-1800 calories per day?Select one:a. Two fist-sized portionsb. One thumb-sized portionc. One mobile phone-sized portiond. Two cupped-palm portionsFeedbackThe correct answer is: One thumb-sized portion ...