Quiz 2

Question 1

A 35-year-old woman with a BMI of 32 kg/m2 is pregnant with her first child. What is the recommended weight change for her during pregnancy?
Question 1 Answer

a.
Gain 10-16 kg (22-35 lb)

b.
Lose 0-5% of bodyweight

c.
Gain 5-9 kg (11-20 lbs)

d.
Gain 16-18 kg (35-40 lb)

Answer 1

c.
Gain 5-9 kg (11-20 lbs)

Question 2

A patient presents with weight gain and is found to have a BMI of 38 kg/m2 .Which of the following factors can contribute to primary weight gain?
Question 2 Answer

a.
Cushing’s syndrome

b.
Increased caloric intake

c.
Hyperthyroidism

d.
Hypogonadism

Answer 2

b.
Increased caloric intake

Question 3

Which area of the body is associated with a greater health risk when excess weight is present?
Question 3 Answer

a.
Buttocks and thighs

b.
Arms and legs

c.
Abdomen and flank

d.
Chest and back

Answer 3

c.
Abdomen and flank

Question 4

What is the approximate prevalence of obesity in adults in the United States and Canada?
Question 4 Answer

a.
10%

b.
30%

c.
50%

d.
65%

Answer 4

b.
30%

Question 5

A patient with obesity has undergone a laparoscopic biliopancreatic diversion/BPD-duodenal switch (BPD/BPD-DS) procedure and needs to have their vitamin A levels checked regularly after surgery. How often should they have their vitamin A levels checked?
Question 5 Answer

a.
Every 6-12 months

b.
Monthly

c.
Every 3 months

d.
Every 2 years

Answer 5

a.
Every 6-12 months