a CNC can provide clients non-medical nutrition information & behavior change - ANSWER-true
every region requires that a nutrition coach work under the
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the CNC can provide specific meal plans for clients - ANSWER-false
the CNC can recommend specific supplements - ANSWER-false
the CNC can offer advice on eating behaviors/macronutrients that are known to reduce risk of disease or slow disease progression - ANSWER-true
a thorough assessment can help rule out any client who has issues beyond the scope of practice for the CNC - ANSWER-true
the SCOFF questionnaire is a reliable assessment tool used to detect which of the following conditions? - ANSWER-eating disorder
an unexplained surge in athletic performance is a reason for the CNC to refer their client to a registered dietitian - ANSWER-false
a client who confides of suicidal thoughts should be referred to a psychologist - ANSWER-true
it is appropriate for the CNC to recommend an over the counter antacid when a client complains about recent episodes of heart burn - ANSWER-false
when it comes to client confidentiality, all personal information should be kept in a locked/secure area - ANSWER-true
if the CNC intends to work as an employee in a private health club, its important to consult with an attorney & accountant to ensure proper business practices - ANSWER-true
when working with a client who has been complaining of low back pain that has been getting worse, what is the most appropriate recommendation - ANSWER-refer to a chiropractor
common assessments performed by a CNC include height, weight, body composition & what other test? - ANSWER-anthropometric measurements
where might a CNC find reputable information on recent dietary guidelines? - ANSWER-government funded agencies
according to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is the minimum number of positive answers which might indicate an eating disorder? - ANSWER-2
a new client is 6 weeks post-partum. she states that she has very little energy & feels sadness most of the time. what is the most appropriate course of action? - ANSWER-refer her to a clinical psychiatrist
which of the following can a CNC provide - ANSWER-nutritional advice & behavioral modification
a CNC has been working with an overweight client for 6 weeks. during the most recent weight-in, they discover she lost 27 lbs. what is the best course of action? - ANSWER-informally question her about common eating disorder traits/habits
which statement is within the scope of practice for a CNC? - ANSWER-recommend the client discuss supplement usage & dosing with their pharmacist or physician
a client confides that she is taking laxatives to help her lose weight. what is the best course of action? - ANSWER-refer to a certified eating disorder specialist
where should client files be kept to ensure client confidentiality? - ANSWER-in a locked & secure location
to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important that the content presented is highly relevant and what other quality? - ANSWER-practical
to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important the content presented is perceived to be important and what other quality? - ANSWER-based on prior experience
with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC to work? - ANSWER-overweight client who wants to train for a 10k
a new client just moved into the area. she states she occasionally suffers from anxiety & panic attacks and needs to renew her prescription medication. which professional should you refer? - ANSWER-psychiatrist
according to the scope of practice for a CNC, which is an example of an appropriate resource for determining daily caloric intake? - ANSWER-dietary guidelines for americans
which statement best describes the healthcare continuum? - ANSWER-the many disciplines that make up the healthcare system
with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC.to work? - ANSWER-clients with inconsistent weight loss and weight gain
one of the roles of a CNC is to help facilitate weight loss. which of the following would be most appropriate to recommend for the overweight client? - ANSWER-refer to a CPT for a resistance training program
a CNC is sitting down with a new client for her initial evaluation. she noted on her HHQ that she has diabetes and she has trouble keeping her blood glucose controlled. what is the best course of action? - ANSWER-refer her to a certified diabetes educator
any research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for which of the following? - ANSWER-reliability and validity
it is not uncommon for clients to confide in the CNC. which client conversation would be grounds for a referral to a licensed healthcare professional? - ANSWER-daily panic attacks
during a regular meeting, a client is complaining of irregular gastrointestinal issues ranging from diarrhea to constipation. what is the best course of action? - ANSWER-advise him to make an appointment with his personal physician
identify the 3 components of evidence based practice - ANSWER-weight of evidence, field observations, individual client needs/preferences
order the steps of the scientific method - ANSWER-identify a problem, form a hypothesis, design a study/test method, collect data/synthesize/interpret, discard unsupported hypothesis/continue testing
scientists identify what is most likely to be true by demonstrating what is not true - ANSWER-true
a scientific theory is just a guess - ANSWER-false
which of the following ranks highest in terms of quality - ANSWER-randomized control trials (RCTs)
which of the following best describes an empirical scientific approach? - ANSWER-controlled observation
which of the following represents a weakness of observational studies? - ANSWER-correlation does not equal causation
which of the following best represents a weakness of interventional designs? - ANSWER-small number of subjects
which of the following is the best source of information? - ANSWER-peer reviewed scientific journals
scientific evidence is fixed and immutable - ANSWER-false
the uncertainty of science is a strength, as nothing is ever 100% certain - ANSWER-true
numerous studies, including genetic studies, RCTs on lipid lowering medications & observational studies point to LDL having a casual role in heart disease. which term best describes the concept that LDL plays a casual role in heart disease? - ANSWER-theory
which term describes the phenomena when a group doesn't represent the population a scientist is intending to study? - ANSWER-selection bias
the behavioral risk factor surveillance system (BRFSS) involves collecting health-related information via telephone interview across the US. which term best describes this research? - ANSWER-survey
which term best describes formulation of a hypothesis, collecting data to test the hypothesis & changing/discarding the hypothesis when the data does not support it? - ANSWER-scientific method
studies show that diet A causes more weight loss than diet B. a client is able to better adhere to diet B. which item represents the best option for this client? - ANSWER-diet B
scientists take 5000 people & have them fill out a questionnaire on their dairy intake. they then compare cancer rates between people with high & low intakes. what type of study is this? - ANSWER-observational
which of the following represents a critical evaluation of a study by other scientists? - ANSWER-peer review
Scientists perform a study looking at the effects of caffeine on vertical jump performance. On one day, they give all the subjects caffeine followed by vertical jump tests. Two weeks later, they give all the subjects a placebo followed by the same vertical jump tests. Which term best describes this study design? - ANSWER-crossover
A scientist proposes that sugar is inherently fattening, and performs a study comparing a high-sugar diet to a low-sugar diet with equal calories. He finds that fat gain was the same between the diets. Which term describes how this study effects the initial proposal? - ANSWER-falsification
Which term refers to the ability to get similar results when something is measured under the same conditions? - ANSWER-test re-test reliability
Scientists perform a study comparing 1000 women with breast cancer to 1000 women without breast cancer. They gather information on the women's diets and look to see if the women diagnosed with breast cancer had more fat in their diet compared to the women who did not get cancer. Which term best describes this study? - ANSWER-case-control study
Which term describes how a body of knowledge is based on observation and experience? - ANSWER-empirical
Which term describes a variable in an experiment for which a scientist takes no steps to account for? - ANSWER-uncontrolled variable
Scientists randomly assign subjects to a low or high carbohydrate group and then look at changes in body weight over 3 months. Which item represents the independent variable in this study? - ANSWER-diet type
Which observational study design allows scientists to hypothesize a potential causal association? - ANSWER-cohort study
a scientist hypothesizes that a supplement will increase resistance training performance. a study is carried out & the results don't support the hypothesis. multiple studies by independent labs also fail to support it. what is the appropriate response? - ANSWER-the predictions have been falsified & hypothesis is discarded
a scientist hypothesizes 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 supplement
which term refers to a proposed explanation for observations? - ANSWER-hypothesis
7 studies show diet A lowers cholesterol more than diet B. 3 studies show no difference. assuming all studies are equivalent in quality, which item best describes this situation? - ANSWER-weight of evidence suggests A is more effective than B, but more information is needed
scientists perform a diet study in which they assign half the people to a continuous dieting group & the other half to an intermittent fasting group. which describes this study design? - ANSWER-parallel
a scientists observes that people tend to perform better in a weight training session after consuming a pre-workout supplement. the scientist proposes the caffeine increases arousal, leading to increased performance. which term describes the proposal? - ANSWER-hypothesis
scientists perform a study tracking 10,000 people over a 10 year period. they look at sugar intake at the beginning of the study & see who develops diabetes. what describes this study? - ANSWER-cohort study
which of the following represents a strength of observational studies? - ANSWER-large subject numbers
how does the WHO define health? - ANSWER-a state of complete physical, mental & social well being
which of the following are components of the 6 dimensions of wellness? - ANSWER-emotional, physical, occupational
which on the continuum relate to a high level of wellness? - ANSWER-awareness, education, growth
a change in which of the following plays a significant role in reversing obesity? - ANSWER-dietary habits
which of the following nutrition tips do not support optimal health? - ANSWER-follow guidelines from popular magazines, reduce intake of fruits & vegetables, increase intake of fatty meats
which of the following represents a socio-cultural food choice? - ANSWER-someone who eats Halal foods because they practice Islam
satiety is achieved by the relatively simple process of the stomach recognizing that it is full of food - ANSWER-false
which of the following hormones is responsible for feelings of satiety? - ANSWER-leptin
what foods elicit faster satiety-signal responses? - ANSWER-complex carbohydrates & proteins
which of the following is the leading cause of death? - ANSWER-heart disease
which of the following best describes chronic diseases? - ANSWER-they are of long duration
which of the following is best described as the state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal? - ANSWER-wellness
the best approach to eating for a population's diversity & differences includes which of the following? - ANSWER-a flexible approach
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
intellectual wellness implies which of the following? - ANSWER-constant learning [Show Less]