NASM NC Exam Questions and Answers

one of the roles of a NC is to help facilitate weight loss. which of the following would be most appropriate to recommend for the overweight client? - ANSWER-refer to a certified personal trainer for a resistance training program where should client files be kept to ensure client confidentiality? - ANSWER-in a locked & secure location a NC is sitting down with a new client for her initial evaluation. she noted on her health history questionnaire that she has diabetes & she has trouble keeping her blood glucose controlled. what is the best course of action? - ANSWER-refer her to a certified diabetes educator with which client would it be most appropriate for the NC to work? - ANSWER-issues with consistent weight loss to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, it is important that the content presented is highly relevant & what other quality? - ANSWER-practical a scientist hypothesizes that a supplement will improve fat loss by suppressing appetite. which item represents a prediction generated by this hypothesis? - ANSWER-subjects will eat less after taking the supplement compared to when they do not take it which term refers to a proposed explanation for a set of observations? - ANSWER-hypothesis which term refers to a hypothesis or set of hypotheses for which a large body of high quality evidence has been accumulated? - ANSWER-theory which represents a critical evaluation of a study by other scientists? - ANSWER-peer review communicable diseases are which are the following? - ANSWER-passed from person to person which of the following best defines wellness? - ANSWER-the overall quality of health one is experiencing, especially as an actively sought lifestyle that leads to optimal health & well-being what is the leading contributor to preventable death? - ANSWER-heart disease which of the following is true about the link between type-2 diabetes & diet? - ANSWER-they have a very strong connection what is the autoimmune disorder that leads to damage in the small intestine when gluten products are consumed? - ANSWER-celiac disease the first law of thermodynamics is also referred to as which of the following? - ANSWER-the law of conservation of energy what is the process of generating energy from the food we eat? - ANSWER-metabolism what are shorter sleep cycles associated with? - ANSWER-weight gain which of the following is the best protocol for fat loss while maintaining muscle mass? - ANSWER-a calorie-restricted, high-protein (1/8-2.2 g/kg body weight) diet & resistance training if a new client reveals they have kidney disease, what should you do? - ANSWER-work with their registered dietitian or medical doctor for dietary guidance a new client with goals to lose a little body fat & build a little bit of muscle describes their current eating pattern as normal, consisting of breakfast, lunch, dinner, & sometimes a snack or dessert. should a NC recommend they eat more or less frequently to help them meet their goals? - ANSWER-no changes to meal frequency should be recommended. what is dehydration synthesis? - ANSWER-removal of 2 hydrogens & 1 oxygen from 2 different molecules when the 2 molecules are joined together in what form are proteins primarily absorbed? - ANSWER-single amino acids in which part of the body does carbohydrate digestion begin? - ANSWER-it begins in the mouth with salivary amylase. how many sugar units are contained in oligosacchardies? - ANSWER-3-10 sugar units what is the current daily fiber intake recommendation for men in the US? - ANSWER-38 grams of fiber daily what is the second priority for ingested carbohydrates in the human body? - ANSWER-replenish depleted glycogen stores in the liver & muscles which polysaccharide is digested fastest? - ANSWER-amylopectin what is a good source of monounsaturated fatty acids? - ANSWER-canola oil what is the function of low-density lipoproteins? - ANSWER-transportation of cholesterol to cells of the body what are both chylomicrons are very LDL responsible for transporting in the bloodstream? - ANSWER-triglycerides what is an example of SF? - ANSWER-palm oil what is true of bulletproof coffee? - ANSWER-it can increase daily caloric intake up to 1,000 calories what is the risk associated with drinking alcohol in cold environments? - ANSWER-hypothermia what effect can regular, moderate alcohol consumption have on an individual's health? - ANSWER-increases the risk of a large number of diseases how is harmful drinking categorized for males? - ANSWER-5 or more standard drinks per day or 15 or more drinks per week ethanol is ultimately metabolized to produce ATP & what other substances? - ANSWER-carbon dioxide & water what percent of magnesium in the human body is found in bone tissue? - ANSWER-0.6 what is the common name for vitamin B2? - ANSWER-riboflavin what is the result of extended periods of high doses of fluoride? - ANSWER-damage to bones what is the normal range for the extracellular concentration of sodium? - ANSWER-136-151 millimolar at what rate should individuals engaged in exercise in hot environments consume fluids? - ANSWER-there is no single fluid intake rate for all individuals exercise associated hyponatremia is primarily caused by which of the following? - ANSWER-excessive fluid intake which of the following terms describes an individual who is adequately hydrated? - ANSWER-euhydrated what is the primary cause of exertional rhabdomyolysis? - ANSWER-an intense exercise session how many hours does a protein-rich food need to digest or leave the gut? - ANSWER-3-4 hours