Question 1

According to the National Weight Control Registry,which of the following behaviors is associated with regaining weight after losing it?

Accepted Answer

A)  increasing the energy intake from fat
B)  maintaining daily moderate physical activity
C)  continuing to maintain dietary restrictions after weight loss
D)  monitoring of food intake and body weight frequentlyE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 2

Most people overestimate the number of calories they eat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The guiding principle for the development of healthy eating habits for weight management is "everything in moderation."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Adverse effects of ephedra include all of the following,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  panic attacks.
B)  insomnia.
C)  seizures.
D)  lethargy.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 5

Hormones play no significant role in the accumulation of body fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Men at higher income levels have about the same rates of obesity as men at lower income levels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The skinfold measurement technique for determining body fat composition involves measuring fat found under the skin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A condition characterized by extreme dissatisfaction with appearance,body type,and/or body composition is

Accepted Answer

A)  body dysmorphic disorder.
B)  female athlete triad.
C)  amenorrhea.
D)  borderline eating disorder.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

What are the characteristics of android obesity?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fat is stored in the upper body as subcutaneous fat,which increases the risk of disease.
B)  Fat is stored in the lower body as subcutaneous fat,which is less tied to the risk of disease.
C)  Fat is stored in the lower body as visceral fat,which is less tied to the risk of disease.
D)  Fat is stored in the upper body as visceral fat,which increases the risk of disease.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 10

All of the following are factors in the development of diabetes,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  age.
B)  obesity.
C)  a moderate diet.
D)  physical inactivity.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 11

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)is related to obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Surgical procedures to help the extremely obese lose weight involve

Accepted Answer

A)  removing localized fat deposits beneath the skin.
B)  modifying the gastrointestinal tract to reduce food intake.
C)  tightening sagging skin to improve body image.
D)  cutting out layers of visceral fat from the abdomen.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 13

Regular physical activity is essential for maintaining weight loss.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The safe approach to weight loss is to lose 2.0-5.0 pounds per week.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Characteristics of bulimia include all of the following,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  fear of becoming fat.
B)  significant weight loss.
C)  bingeing followed by purging.
D)  concern about control.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Which of the following protects against weight gain and is essential for maintaining weight loss?

Accepted Answer

A)  commercial nutritional supplements
B)  a 1,000-calories-per-day diet plan
C)  physical activity
D)  8 glasses of water per dayE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 17

According to the National Institutes of Health,which of the following trends is occurring?

Accepted Answer

A)  The percentage of overweight Americans is declining.
B)  The percentage of overweight men is declining but the percentage of overweight women is increasing.
C)  The percentage of overweight Americans is increasing.
D)  The percentage of overweight women is declining but the percentage of overweight men is increasing.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 18

Which of the following is considered essential fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  fat located around major organs,generally within the abdomen
B)  fat stored in various tissues and critical for normal body functioning
C)  fat incorporated in loose connective tissue known as adipose tissue
D)  fat located underneath the skin,also known as subcutaneous fatE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 19

An initial step that Alan can take toward solving the cause of his weight gain is to

Accepted Answer

A)  take the stairs,instead of the elevator,to class.
B)  adopt a vegetarian diet.
C)  eat two large meals instead of three each day.
D)  eliminate all snacks.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

The crucial first step in the treatment of anorexia is to

Accepted Answer

A)  change the person's body image.
B)  provide vitamin supplements.
C)  restore adequate body weight.
D)  initiate psychological support.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Exam 11: Weight Management

Characteristics of bulimia include all of the following,EXCEPT

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Men at higher income levels have about the same rates of obesity as men at lower income levels.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Hormones play no significant role in the accumulation of body fat.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)is related to obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

An initial step that Alan can take toward solving the cause of his weight gain is to

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Adverse effects of ephedra include all of the following,EXCEPT

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Surgical procedures to help the extremely obese lose weight involve

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

The skinfold measurement technique for determining body fat composition involves measuring fat found under the skin.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

The crucial first step in the treatment of anorexia is to

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

What are the characteristics of android obesity?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

All of the following are factors in the development of diabetes,EXCEPT

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Most people overestimate the number of calories they eat.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

According to the National Institutes of Health,which of the following trends is occurring?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

The guiding principle for the development of healthy eating habits for weight management is "everything in moderation."

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following protects against weight gain and is essential for maintaining weight loss?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

A condition characterized by extreme dissatisfaction with appearance,body type,and/or body composition is

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following is considered essential fat?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

The safe approach to weight loss is to lose 2.0-5.0 pounds per week.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Regular physical activity is essential for maintaining weight loss.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

According to the National Weight Control Registry,which of the following behaviors is associated with regaining weight after losing it?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified