NASM CNC (Certified Nutrition Coach)
Chapter 1 – 4 Exam Elaboration *Q&A*
(100% Correct) 2025/2026 |VERIFIED|
What designation is legally protected and used interchangeably with Registered Dietitian (RD)?
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
Which organization is responsible for es...
NASM CNC (Certified Nutrition Coach)
Chapter 1 – 4 Exam Elaboration *Q&A*
(100% Correct) 2025/2026 |VERIFIED|
What designation is legally protected and used interchangeably with Registered Dietitian (RD)?
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
Which organization is responsible for establishing and enforcing certification standards for registered
dietitians?
Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
To become a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), how many contact hours of diabetes education are
required?
1000 contact hours
What professional title is given to a nurse who has completed an additional 2 years of education beyond
a Registered Nurse (RN)?
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
Which licensed healthcare professional works under the supervision of a physician and typically requires
a 4-year degree and a post-graduate program?
Physician Assistant (PA)
What advanced degree does a pharmacist earn that allows them to work with medical doctors in
preparing or dispensing prescription medications?
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)
Which term is often used generically to describe someone who provides nutritional counseling?
Nutritionist
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,What is the key difference between a Licensed Nutritionist and a Certified Nutritionist?
Licensing is typically state or federally regulated, while certification is granted after completing an
educational course and passing a standardized test.
Which term is more appropriate when referring to a person receiving services from a licensed healthcare
professional?
Patient
What is the appropriate term for someone who is receiving services from a certified professional in the
field of nutrition?
Client
Can a Nutrition Coach provide detailed medical advice related to conditions such as chronic depression
or anxiety?
No, a Nutrition Coach should refer such cases to a psychologist.
Who should a Nutrition Coach refer clients to if they need advice on fitness and rehabilitation due to
orthopedic issues?
Athletic Trainer
If a client experiences sudden digestive issues, which professional should a Nutrition Coach refer them
to?
Internal Medicine Doctor
When a client is newly pregnant or postpartum and wants to lose weight, which specialist should the
Nutrition Coach refer them to?
Obstetrician
A person recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes should be referred to which professional for
specialized care?
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, Registered Dietitian
What are the two key components of nutrition coaching?
Provide general nutrition guidance and behavioral change motivation
What actions should a Nutrition Coach avoid when working with clients?
Prescribing specific meal plans, supplements, extreme diets, or exercise programs unless
certified.
What can a Nutrition Coach recommend to a client regarding supplement use?
The client should discuss supplement use with their personal Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
(RDN), physician, or pharmacist.
What type of food modifications can a Nutrition Coach suggest to their clients?
Gradual dietary modifications
Which type of assessment helps determine if a client is within the scope of practice for a Nutrition
Coach?
Body composition assessment
What is an essential component of educating a client during nutrition coaching?
The information provided should be relevant to the client's life situation.
How can a Nutrition Coach ensure the education they provide is practical for their client?
The advice should consider the client’s personal circumstances, such as time constraints or family
obligations.
Why is it important for a Nutrition Coach to provide information that the client perceives as important?
This ensures the client is motivated to act on the information, like focusing on heart-healthy
foods after a loss.
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