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Nutrition Coaching Exam Questions and Answers, Exams of Nutrition

A series of multiple-choice questions and answers relevant to nutrition coaching. it covers various topics including assessments, dietary recommendations, macronutrients, and metabolic processes. The questions are designed to test knowledge and understanding of key concepts in nutrition science and practice, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals in related fields. the questions are suitable for self-assessment or exam preparation.

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The test is 100, multiple-choice questions.
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When working with a client who has been complaining of low back
pain that has been
getting worse, what is the most appropriate recommendation? Select one;
a.
Refer her to a certified
personal trainer.
b.
Tell her to use a heating pad when the pain gets bad.
c.
Refer her to a
chiropractor.
d.
Recommend use of over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications.
Ans>> C
2.
Common assessments performed by a Nutrition Coach include
height, weight, body
composition, and what other test?
Select
one;
a.
Anthropometric
measurements
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The test is 100, multiple-choice questions.

1. When working with a client who has been complaining of low back pain that has been

getting worse, what is the most appropriate recommendation? Select one; a. Refer her to a certified personal trainer. b. Tell her to use a heating pad when the pain gets bad. c. Refer her to a chiropractor. d. Recommend use of over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications. Ans>> C

2. Common assessments performed by a Nutrition Coach include height, weight, body

composition, and what other test? Select one; a. Anthropometric measurements

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b. SCOFF test c. Blood pressure d. Hydrostatic weighing Ans>> A

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

Select one; a. Pre-diabetic b. Alcoholic c. Overweight d. Post-heart attack Ans>> C

4. A scientist hypothesizes that a supplement will increase resistance training performance. A

study is carried out, and the results do not support the hypoth- esis. Multiple studies by independent labs also fail to support the hypothesis. What is the appropriate response regarding the hypothesis? Select one;

c. Meta-analysis d. Narrative review Ans>> C

7. Which of the following represents a strength of observational studies? Select one;

a. High degree of control b. Can determine mechanisms for effects c. Can establish cause and effect d. Large subject numbers Ans>> D

8. Which of the following is the technical term for body measurements and calculations as

they refer to metrics related to human characteristics? Select one; a. Assessment b. Scaled c. Biometrics d. Composite Ans>> C

9. Non-communicable diseases are also known as which of the following? Select

one; a. Preventive diseases b. Palliative diseases c. Infectious diseases d. Chronic diseases Ans>> D

10. Which of the following is true about the link between type-2 diabetes and diet?

Select one; a. They have a very strong connection. b. The link between them is very weak. c. It is proven and no longer studied d. It is not known. Ans>> A

11. What foods elicit faster satiety-signal responses?

Select one; a. Fats and simple sugars

Ans>> D

14. Calories or energy in = calories or energy out is an example of what principle?

Select one; a. The first law of thermodynamics b. The second law of thermodynamics c. The fourth law of thermodynamics d. The third law of thermodynamics Ans>> A

15. What is the autoimmune disorder that leads to damage in the small intes- tine when gluten

products are consumed? Select one;

a. Gastroesophageal reflux disease b. Peptic ulcer disease c. Crohn's disease d. Celiac disease Ans>> D

16. To meet body composition goals, is it prudent for the client to meet the prescribed protein

intake by choosing protein-based foods that also cause them to exceed prescribed fat intake? Select one; a. No. It is inadvisable to overconsume other nutrients to meet protein needs. b. Yes, if the goal is to gain weight. No, if the goal is weight maintenance or loss. c. Yes, as long as it is not coming from saturated fat. d. Yes, because protein is the most important of the macronutrients. Ans>> A

17. Which of the following is the best protocol for fat loss while maintaining muscle

mass? Select one; a. A calorie-restricted, low-protein (0.4-0.8 g/kg body weight) diet & resistance training

b. Plant proteins do not have as many essential amino acids.

c. Plant proteins are filled with phytoestrogens, which inhibit muscle gain. d. Plant proteins usually have anti-nutrition factors. Ans>> B

20. According to the scope of practice for a Nutrition Coach, which is an example of an appropriate

resource for determining daily caloric intake? Select one; a. Dietary Guidelines for Americans b. ADA calculations based on age, gender, and activity level c. The Nutrition Coach cannot assist with daily caloric intake. d. Body type and cultural preferences Ans>> A

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

Select one; a. Pre-pubescent teenager who is overweight b. Overweight client who wants to train for a 10K c. Client who wants accountability during a 9-week extreme calorie- restricted diet d. Client who wants nutrition therapy for cancer prevention

Ans>> D

24. When would the body undergo the process of

gluconeogenesis? Select one; a. During periods in which ketones levels become depleted, the body can produce glucose from other carbohydrate sources like fructose. b. During periods in which ketones levels become depleted, the body can produce glucose from other carbohydrate sources like glycogen. c. During periods of inadequate carbohydrate intake, the body can produce glucose from certain non-carbohydrate sources like amino acids. d. During periods of inadequate carbohydrate intake, the body can produce glucose from certain non-carbohydrate sources like triglycerides. Ans>> C

25. Which complex carbohydrate chain contains straight-chain structures? Select

one; a. Amylopectin b. Amylose c. Insoluble fiber d. Soluble fiber Ans>> B

26. Which sugar units are combined to form a glycogen molecule? Select

one; a. Fructose

choles- terol levels. d. Recommend the client decrease saturated fat to less than 10 - 11% of total calorie intake. Ans>> D

29. What is the function of low-density

lipoproteins? Select one; a. Transportation of cholesterol to the small intestine. b. Transportation of bile to the gall bladder. c. Transportation of enzymes to the pancreas. d. Transportation of cholesterol to cells of the body. Ans>> D

30. What is the role of lipoprotein lipase?

Select one; a. It is the enzyme that reassembles fatty acids into chylomicrons. b. It is the enzyme that breaks down triglycerides into fatty acids and glycerol. c. It is the enzyme that reassembles fatty acids into triglycerides. d. It is the enzyme within a person's saliva that initially breaks down food. Ans>> B

31. What are both chylomicrons and very low-density lipoproteins

responsible for transporting in the bloodstream? Select one; a. Ketone bodies b. Amino acids

a. Increases the risk of a large number of diseases b. Has no effect on health c. Improves the health of males more than females d. Brings about positive health benefits Ans>> A

35. What are the likely effects of consuming alcohol prior to going to sleep? Select one;

a. Increased non-REM sleep and decreased growth hormone secretion b. No change to sleep patterns or hormone secretion c. Increase in REM sleep and increase in growth hormone secretion d. Decreased non-REM sleep and decreased growth hormone secretion Ans>> A

36. According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, how many standard drinks per day are

recommended for females to ensure that alcohol consump- tion is moderate? Select one; a. Three b. One c. Four d. Two Ans>> B

37. What disease is the result of vitamin D deficiency?

Select one; a. Rickets