Ch 9 Quiz

Question 1

During short, high-intensity exercise, what is the primary fuel source for the body?

Answer 1

Carbohydrates

Question 2

A client reports that he was recently told by his doctor that he has high blood sugar and that he should try to reduce it through dietary changes before considering medication. He asks you for advice. What would be the most appropriate course of action?

Answer 2

Explain that medical nutrition therapy is outside your scope of practice, then refer him to a registered dietitian for nutrition counseling.

Question 3

Which of the macronutrients has the highest thermic effect of food (TEF)?

Answer 3

Protein

Question 4

What is credible nutrition information?

Answer 4

Nutrition information that is rooted in and supported by science

Question 5

What is the optimal amount of protein per meal for muscle protein synthesis?

Answer 5

20 to 40 g

Question 6

What is the best definition of complex carbohydrates

Answer 6

Carbohydrates that are comprised of polysaccharides and that contain both fiber and starch

Question 7

During the course of a training session, a client remarks that he is “cutting out all carbs” from his diet and just eating protein and vegetables to lose weight. How might you best respond to this, while staying within your scope of practice as a fitness professional?

Answer 7

Carbohydrates are an important source of fuel for our body, and it is unnecessary to avoid them for weight loss. Cutting carbs may lead to inadequate fuel for optimal training, which can compromise weight-loss efforts.

Question 8

Which of the following vitamins or groups of vitamins plays a key role in energy metabolism?

Answer 8

B vitamins

Question 9

Which of the macronutrients has the highest thermic effect of food (TEF)?

Answer 9

Protein

Question 10

Which of the following nutrition topics are within the scope of practice for a Certified Personal Trainer?

Answer 10

General guidance on the importance of nutrition for health and performance

Question 11

Which food would be classified as a high biological value protein source?

Answer 11

Whole eggs

Question 12

How many calories are in 1 gram of protein?

Answer 12

4

Question 13

Apart from energy intake and physical activity, which of the following factors also influence weight management?

Answer 13

Hormones and medications

Question 14

What is the acceptable macronutrient distribution range (AMDR) for carbohydrate in the diet?

Answer 14

45 to 65% of total calories

Question 15

How much fluid is recommended for rehydration after an intense training session or event?

Answer 15

1.25 times the amount of body weight lost during the activity