Chapter 2

Question 1

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?

Answer 1

Based on prior experience

Question 2

Common assessments performed by a Nutrition Coach include height, weight, body composition, and what other test?

Answer 2

Anthropometric measurements

Question 3

Which statement is within the scope of practice for a Nutrition Coach?

Answer 3

Recommend the client discuss supplement usage and dosing with their pharmacist or physician.

Question 4

Which statement best describes the healthcare continuum?

Answer 4

The many disciplines that make up the healthcare system

Question 5

Where might a Nutrition Coach find reputable information on recent dietary guidelines?

Answer 5

Government-funded agencies

Question 6

A client confides that she is taking laxatives to help her lose weight. What is the best course of action?

Answer 6

Refer her to a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist.

Question 7

A client has several relatives who have recently been diagnosed with cancer. She has been reading many books about natural health and is interested in taking herbal supplements that will help prevent cancer. What is the best course of action?

Answer 7

Refer her to a pharmacist or her physician.

Question 8

It is not uncommon for clients to confide in the Nutrition Coach. Which client conversation would be grounds for a referral to a licensed healthcare professional?

Answer 8

Daily panic attacks

Question 9

Where should client files be kept to ensure client confidentiality?

Answer 9

In a locked and secure location

Question 10

With which client would it be most appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to work?

Answer 10

Clients with inconsistent weight loss and gain

Question 11

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?

Answer 11

Psychiatrist

Question 12

To ensure the client is retaining any shared information, it is important that the content presented is highly relevant and what other quality?

Answer 12

Practical

Question 13

Which of the following can a Nutrition Coach provide?

Answer 13

Nutritional advice and behavioral modification

Question 14

One of the roles of a Nutrition Coach is to help facilitate weight loss. Which of the following would be most appropriate to recommend for the overweight client?

Answer 14

Refer to a certified personal trainer for a resistance training program.

Question 15

With which client would it be most appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to work?

Answer 15

Overweight

Question 16

When working with a client who has been complaining of low back pain that has been getting worse, what is the most appropriate recommendation?

Answer 16

Refer her to a chiropractor.

Question 17

A Nutrition Coach is sitting down with a new client for her initial evaluation. She noted on her Health History Questionnaire that she has never been able to maintain permanent weight loss and confides that she has made herself throw up after eating large meals. What is the best course of action?

Answer 17

Refer her to a clinical psychologist.

Question 18

A Nutrition Coach has been working with an overweight client for 6 weeks. During the most recent weight-in, they discover that she has lost 27 pounds. What is the best course of action for the Nutrition Coach?

Answer 18

Informally question her about common eating disorder traits/habits.

Question 19

During a regular meeting, a client is complaining of irregular gastrointestinal issues, ranging from diarrhea to constipation. What is the best course of action?

Answer 19

Advise him to make an appointment with his personal physician.

Question 20

With which client would it be most appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to work?

Answer 20

Overweight client who wants to train for a 10K

Question 21

A Nutrition Coach is sitting down with a new client for her initial evaluation. She noted on her Health History Questionnaire that she has diabetes and she has trouble keeping her blood glucose controlled. What is the best course of action?

Answer 21

Refer her to a Certified Diabetes Educator.

Question 22

A new client is 6-weeks post-partum. She states that she has very little energy and feels sadness most of the time. What is the most appropriate course of action?

Answer 22

Refer her to a clinical psychiatrist.

Question 23

Any research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for which of the following?

Answer 23

Reliability and validity

Question 24

Clients often confide in the Nutrition Coach. Which client conversation would be grounds for a referral to a licensed healthcare professional?

Answer 24

Chronic fatigue

Question 25

According to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is the minimum number of positive answers which might indicate an eating disorder?

Answer 25

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