Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10 tall and currently weighs 145 pounds (66 kilograms).Mr. Jamison eventually receives a liver transplant. Due to the risk of foodborne illness, Mr. Jamison should avoid all of these foods except _____.
a. rare steak
b. sushi
c. unpasteurized milk
d. canned vegetables
e. unwashed fresh fruit
Q. 2A person trying to gain lean body mass has:
A) increased fluid needs.
B) decreased fat needs.
C) altered fitness needs.
D) increased protein and strength training needs.
E) decreased electrolyte needs.
Q. 3Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10 tall and currently weighs 145 pounds (66 kilograms).Mr. Jamison begins experiencing hyperglycemia as his disease progresses. The appropriate diet for him is _____.
a. low protein
b. carbohydrate controlled
c. low sodium
d. fat controlled
e. high fiber, high carbohydrate
Q. 4The purpose of a cool-down is to:
A) slowly decrease pulse rate.
B) decrease core body temperature.
C) slowly constrict blood vessels.
D) continue adequate supply of blood to the brain, and facilitate removal of metabolic waste products from the muscles.
E) All of the above
Q. 5Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10 tall and currently weighs 145 pounds (66 kilograms).The dietitian assesses Mr. Jamison's protein needs, and based on his weight, estimates that he requires approximately _____ grams of protein per day for proper nitrogen balance.
a. 25-30
b. 50-60
c. 65-100
d. 100-150
e. 125-175
Q. 6Which of the following reflects an improvement in cardiovascular health resulting from regular engagement in aerobic exercise?
A) Increased lean body mass
B) Increase in high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL)
C) Stress relief
D) Improvement in sleep pattern
E) Reduced risk for developing certain types of cancer
Q. 7Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10 tall and currently weighs 145 pounds (66 kilograms).To improve Mr. Jamison's appetite, his physician may prescribe _____.
a. megestrol acetate
b. spironolactone
c. rifaximin
d. propranolol
e. furosemide
Q. 8The purpose of the warm-up is to:
A) Slowly increase the pulse rate to an aerobic level.
B) Facilitate vascular changes (splenic shunt) to accommodate aerobic exercise.
C) Gear up the energy metabolism, i.e., increase the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the working muscle, and raise the temperature to an optimal level for energy production.
D) Increase the elasticity of the muscle fibers, which helps to prevent muscle, tendon, ligament, and joint injuries, as well as improve muscle contraction and preserve muscle glycogen in addition to reducing the amount of lactic acid build-up in the muscles.
E) All of the above
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