17 - Nutrition

Question 1

Obesity, insulin resistance, and hypertension are all symptoms of which of the following?

Answer 1

Metabolic syndrome

Question 2

Which of the following actions falls outside a personal trainer’s scope of practice?

Answer 2

Counsel a client with anorexia about the health benefits of a well-balanced diet.

Question 3

Resting metabolic rate accounts for what percentage of total energy expenditure?

Answer 3

70%

Question 4

Which of the following actions falls within a personal trainer’s scope of practice regarding a client’s nutrition?

Answer 4

Discuss food preparation methods.

Question 5

Which of the following careers require a licensure exam for entry?

Answer 5

Registered dietician

Question 6

Decreased levels of thyroid hormones tend to cause a decrease in which of the following?

Answer 6

Resting metabolic rate

Question 7

Mark has a client who is switching to a vegan diet and would like some advice on meal planning. Which of the following actions should Mark take in this scenario?

Answer 7

Refer the client to a registered dietician.

Question 8

What is the recommended daily intake for carbohydrates?

Answer 8

6-10 g/kg body weight

Question 9

Where should the highest percentage of caloric intake come from when trying to increase lean body mass?

Answer 9

Carbohydrates