Underweight persons are at no increased risk for:
a. osteoporosis.
b. infertility problems.
c. gastrointestinal problems.
d. incompetent immune system to fight certain diseases.
Q. 2Benefits of regular, moderately intense to vigorous physical activity include all of the following except:
a. increasing basal metabolic rate.
b. removing fat from one particular area of the body.
c. improving physical and psychological well-being.
d. increasing glucose and fatty acids in the blood, resulting in decreased appetite.
Q. 3A client embarking on a weight-loss plan wants to know what can better assure loss of fat versus loss of muscle. Based on some research reports, which response is most appropriate?
a. Reduce fat intake to < 30.
b. Reduce carbohydrate intake to < 45.
c. Include 1200 milligrams of calcium supplement daily.
d. Include at least three servings of fat-free or low-fat milk products daily.
Q. 4A diet that is composed of 93 grams of carbohydrates, 126 grams of protein, and 36 grams of fat is interpreted as follows:
a. a 1200-calorie balanced weight-reduction diet.
b. high in protein and fat, low in carbohydrates.
c. high in carbohydrates and fat, low in protein.
d. high in protein and low in carbohydrates, with fat within range.
Q. 5A client seeks advice about a reasonable weight-loss plan. What counsel would be appropriate?
a. Elimination of certain foods from the diet will assure weight loss.
b. It has been determined that most women can lose weight on an 1800-kcalorie diet.
c. A diet of 500-1000 kcalories less than needed can produce weight loss of 1-2 pounds per week.
d. To maintain good nutrition, the minimum amount of kcalories recommended is 800 daily.
Q. 6Rapid weight loss may result in:
a. a healthier constitution.
b. loss of lean muscle mass.
c. increased likelihood of maintaining weight loss.
d. inability of the body to alter the basal metabolic rate.
Q. 7Success of any weight-loss strategy, including surgery, depends on:
a. reducing carbohydrates and increasing protein.
b. reducing energy intake and increasing physical activity.
c. supplementing a reduced-kcalorie diet with vitamins and protein.
d. performing 30 minutes, three times a week of a moderate activity.
Q. 8Persons should not use most appetite suppressants for weight loss if they have concomitant conditions such as:
a. high blood pressure.
b. morbid obesity.
c. muscle aches.
d. dry cough.
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