Deck 6: Weight Management

Question 1

Rhonda has gained fifteen pounds since she started a sedentary part-time job and began eating fast food more frequently.Her weight gain is likely due to ________ factors.

A)environmental
B)psychological
C)genetic
D)gender

Answer 1

environmental

Question 2

Which of the following factors should be considered when evaluating whether or not a person is a healthful weight?

A)Body composition
B)Age
C)Body type
D)All of the answers are correct.

Answer 2

All of the answers are correct.

Question 3

Obesity is associated with lower levels of this type of cholesterol.

A)LDL
B)Triglycerides
C)HDL
D)Saturated

Answer 3

HDL

Question 4

Shonda is an obese female who is trying to plan her pregnancy.By losing weight before conceiving she will reduce her risk of all the following complications during pregnancy except

A)insulin resistance.
B)high blood glucose.
C)low blood sugar.
D)high blood pressure.

Question 5

Jermaine has a waist measurement of 41 inches,high blood pressure,and elevated triglycerides.This is characteristic of which condition?

A)Lipidemia
B)Type 2 diabetes
C)Coronary heart disease
D)Metabolic syndrome

Question 6

Obese people are at a higher risk of developing sleep ________,a condition in which a person may stop breathing for short periods during sleep.

A)apnea
B)stroke
C)metabolic syndrome
D)osteoarthritis

Question 7

Which of the following factors can increase a person's risk for obesity?

A)Having obese parents
B)Having a long car commute
C)Having a specific variety of an FTO gene
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 8

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,obesity

A)affects over 60% of U.S.adults.
B)is considered a national epidemic.
C)is spreading globally.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 9

All of the following factors contribute to a lower basal metabolic rate except

A)being over 40.
B)being tall.
C)being physically inactive.
D)being short.

Question 10

Waist-to-hip ratio assesses a person's

A)percentage of body fat.
B)disease risk based on where they carry fat.
C)body mass index.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 11

Bob is 6'1" and 204 pounds,with a BMI of 27.According to a standard BMI chart,Bob is

A)underweight.
B)a healthful weight.
C)overweight.
D)obese.

Question 12

When the calories you consume equal the calories you expend,you have achieved

A)weight loss.
B)weight gain.
C)energy balance.
D)thermogenesis.

Question 13

The majority of the energy a person utilizes daily goes toward

A)digesting food.
B)regulating body temperature.
C)physical activity expenditure.
D)basal metabolism.

Question 14

Type 2 diabetes most often affects individuals who are overweight or obese due to

A)their low blood pressure.
B)their resistance to insulin.
C)the inability of their pancreas to manufacture insulin.
D)their reduced levels of blood glucose.

Question 15

An estimated ________ of American children and teenagers between the ages of 12 to 19 are overweight.

A)2%
B)5%
C)10%
D)17%

Question 16

A person who is overweight is more likely to have high blood pressure than an average weight person for all the following reasons except

A)an increased capacity of the blood vessels to transport blood.
B)a higher blood volume.
C)a higher heart rate.
D)a reduced capacity of the blood vessels to transport blooD.

Question 17

Obesity is associated with an increased risk of developing which of the following cancers?

A)Colon
B)Rectal
C)Esophageal
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 18

All of the following factors have contributed to the obesity epidemic in the U.S.except

A)a low intake of dietary protein.
B)an excessive intake of foods high in fat and sugar.
C)a lack of physical activity.
D)an increase in portion sizes.

Question 19

Most first year college students gain ________ pounds.

A)7-8
B)15
C)20
D)25

Question 20

All of the following factors contribute to first-year college student weight gain except

A)being less physically active after starting college.
B)consuming more calories.
C)being overweight before starting college.
D)becoming involved in student life activities.

Question 21

Which of the following behaviors are most strongly associated with bulimia nervosa?

A)A refusal to eat,a refusal to maintain a normal body weight,and a distorted body image
B)A regular pattern of binging and purging and an obsession with body weight and shape
C)Eating only one meal per day
D)Using food as a reward,eating even when not hungry,and thinking about food throughout the day

Question 22

The psychological response to the sight,smell,thought,or taste of food that prompts or postpones eating is called

A)satiety.
B)appetite.
C)hunger.
D)energy balance.

Question 23

Anne exercises 2 hours a day,eats only one meal most days,is 5'5" and weighs 90 pounds,and is terrified of gaining weight.Her behavior is characteristic of someone suffering from

A)anorexia nervosA.
B)bulimia nervosa.
C)binge eating disorder.
D)binge and purge disorder.

Question 24

Justin is trying to lose weight.All the following are effective strategies that will help him safely and effectively reach a healthful weight except

A)eliminating all carbohydrates.
B)expending more calories than he consumes.
C)replacing sodas with water.
D)choosing whole foods instead of processed foods.

Question 25

All of the following factors increase a person's risk for developing an eating disorder except

A)low self-esteem.
B)being in a healthy relationship.
C)depression.
D)participating in a sport that values low body weight.

Question 26

Gastric bypass surgery works by

A)permanently reducing the size of the stomach.
B)partitioning off part of the stomach with an adjustable band.
C)cutting the nerves in the stomach that control appetite.
D)partitioning off part of the intestines with an adjustable banD.

Question 27

Recall John's Student Story in the chapter.How have John's lifestyle habits since high school affected his weight?

A)John increased his activity and decreased his caloric intake,which led to weight loss.
B)John increased his caloric intake and decreased his activity,which led to weight gain.
C)John increased his intake of carbohydrates and decreased his intake of protein,which led to weight gain.
D)John started lifting weights,which led to an increase in his lean body mass and overall weight.

Question 28

All of the following guidelines are important for a healthy fat intake except:

A)Cut trans fats from the diet.
B)Consume more good fats,such as olive oil.
C)Fats should comprise 45% of your daily caloric intake.
D)Include a little fat with each meal to provide satiety.

Question 29

What is the best choice to safely gain more muscle mass without gaining excess fat?

A)Eating empty calorie foods such as pizza,burgers and fries
B)Regularly doing strength training and consuming more calories from a variety of healthful foods
C)Taking dietary supplements
D)Eating three very large meals every day

Question 30

The side effects of prescription weight loss drugs may include

A)increased blood pressure.
B)sleepiness.
C)headaches,cramping,or diarrhea.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 31

Recall Beth's Student Story in the chapter.It seems from her story that Beth likely has

A)anorexia nervosA.
B)bulimia nervosa.
C)disordered eating.
D)binge-eating disorder.

Question 32

Individuals with muscle dysmorphia have a consuming belief that they are

A)too thin.
B)too fat.
C)too short.
D)not muscular enough.

Question 33

Which of the following is true of weight loss pills sold over-the-counter?

A)They are only minimally regulated by the Food and Drug Administration.
B)They do not need to be proven safe by the manufacturer unless they include a new ingredient.
C)They are not tested by the Food and Drug Administration before becoming available on the market.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 34

The physiological sensation caused by a lack of food is called

A)satiety.
B)appetite.
C)hunger.
D)volumetrics.

Question 35

What are the limitations of using BMI as an indicator of healthful weight?

A)It is not a reliable indicator for athletes with large amounts of lean muscle mass.
B)It can underestimate the total body fat in older people who have lost muscle.
C)It is not always a reliable indicator of health for young adults.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 36

Many popular diets have high failure rates because

A)they focus only on quick weight loss.
B)they don't include exercise as part of the diet plan.
C)they fail to educate participants on changing their lifestyle habits.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 37

A 1/2 cup serving of ice cream is equivalent in size to

A)1/2 of a baseball.
B)one baseball.
C)one ping pong ball.
D)1/2 of a ping pong ball.

Question 38

Recall Beth's Student Story in the chapter.Beth states she is 5'4" and 100 pounds and has a BMI of 17.According to a standard BMI chart,Beth is considered

A)underweight.
B)healthy weight.
C)overweight.
D)obese.

Question 39

Disordered eating is

A)the same as an eating disorder.
B)a mental disorder characterized by physiological or psychological disturbances in appetite or food intake.
C)unhealthful eating habits used to deal with emotional issues that do not warrant a diagnosis of a specific eating disorder.
D)a condition in which a person's dietary intake may consist mostly of comfort foods.

Question 40

Having a negative body image can affect

A)a person's risk for developing an eating disorder.
B)the way a person eats.
C)the way a person feels.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 41

According to a 2008 Kaiser Family Foundation study,the ethnic group with the lowest prevalence of obesity is

A)Caucasian Americans.
B)Asian Americans.
C)Hispanic Americans.
D)African Americans.

Question 42

Men are more likely to read food labels,choose low calorie meals,and be concerned about having a healthy diet than women.

Question 43

Age increases a person's basal metabolic rate.

Question 44

Fatty liver disease only affects alcoholics.

Question 45

Extreme dieters display all the following signs except

A)weight loss that would categorize them as anorexic.
B)a preoccupation with eating as a potential source of weight gain.
C)frequent use of over-the-counter pills to control weight.
D)a preoccupation with burning off calories.

Question 46

High blood pressure is twice as common in obese adults.

Question 47

Obesity increases a person's risk of having a stroke.

Question 48

Obese individuals have a lower life expectancy than people who are a healthful weight.

Question 49

The average American today eats more pounds of food per year than the average American of 1970.

Question 50

Excess weight can put pressure on the joints and cause osteoarthritis.

Question 51

Being obese is a risk factor for developing Type 2 diabetes.

Question 52

Pubescent boys need more calories than pubescent girls.

Question 53

Disparities in obesity rates among persons of various ethnicities,levels of socioeconomic class,and race may be due to

A)cultural differences.
B)socioeconomic differences in patterns of fast food consumption.
C)inequalities in access to healthy food.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 54

Seventy percent of adults regularly engage in vigorous activity.

Question 55

College students in lower socioeconomic positions report ________ rates of overweight and obesity than students in more privileged socioeconomic groups.

A)lower
B)higher
C)identical
D)None of the answers is correct.

Question 56

Which of the following would be the most effective way to help a friend you suspect of having an eating disorder?

A)Tell the friend about trained professionals and support groups that might help change the friend's self-perceptions and habits.
B)Constantly talk to your friend about his or her dieting,weight,or body size.
C)Angrily accuse your friend of not taking care of himself/herself.
D)Wait until your friend's behavior results in a medical problem.

Question 57

Being obese can increase a person's risk for developing sleep apnea.

Question 58

Individuals who are compulsive overeaters

A)continue to eat even if they aren't hungry.
B)eat quickly and often.
C)use food as a reward.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 59

Metabolic syndrome is characterized by a large waistline,gallbladder disease,and diabetes.

Question 60

To lose weight,a person must expend the same number of calories that he or she consumes.

Question 61

A BMI of 25 indicates healthful weight.

Question 62

Matching
Skinfold measurements

A)a numerical measurement using height and weight used as an indicator for health risks
B)a technique that measures air displacement
C)a technique that uses calipers to measure subcutaneous fat
D)a technique that measures water displacement
E)a technique that measures the resistance of an electrical current as it travels through the body

Question 63

Aging has no effect on a person's body weight.

Question 64

Matching
Healthy weight

A)having a BMI over 35
B)having a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9
C)having a BMI below 18.5
D)having a BMI between 30 and 35
E)having a BMI between 25 and 29.9

Question 65

Matching
Hydrostatic weighing

A)a numerical measurement using height and weight used as an indicator for health risks
B)a technique that measures air displacement
C)a technique that uses calipers to measure subcutaneous fat
D)a technique that measures water displacement
E)a technique that measures the resistance of an electrical current as it travels through the body

Question 66

Obesity statistics from 2007 showed that every state in the U.S.had an obesity rate of 15% or more.

Question 67

Matching
Extreme obesity

A)having a BMI over 35
B)having a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9
C)having a BMI below 18.5
D)having a BMI between 30 and 35
E)having a BMI between 25 and 29.9

Question 68

The major contributing causes of obesity in college students are increased caloric consumption and decreased physical activity.

Question 69

Matching
Overweight

A)having a BMI over 35
B)having a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9
C)having a BMI below 18.5
D)having a BMI between 30 and 35
E)having a BMI between 25 and 29.9

Question 70

Research shows that obese and overweight individuals have higher rates of psychological disorders than normal weight individuals.

Question 71

Environmental factors that contribute to obesity include a decrease in physical activity,a lack of access to healthy foods,and an increased intake of high calorie foods.

Question 72

On college campuses,obesity is higher in female students than male students.

Question 73

Matching
Obese

A)having a BMI over 35
B)having a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9
C)having a BMI below 18.5
D)having a BMI between 30 and 35
E)having a BMI between 25 and 29.9

Question 74

Matching
Bioelectrical impedance analysis

A)a numerical measurement using height and weight used as an indicator for health risks
B)a technique that measures air displacement
C)a technique that uses calipers to measure subcutaneous fat
D)a technique that measures water displacement
E)a technique that measures the resistance of an electrical current as it travels through the body

Question 75

Matching
Bod Pod

A)a numerical measurement using height and weight used as an indicator for health risks
B)a technique that measures air displacement
C)a technique that uses calipers to measure subcutaneous fat
D)a technique that measures water displacement
E)a technique that measures the resistance of an electrical current as it travels through the body

Question 76

Women store fat that may be used for pregnancy and breast feeding.

Question 77

As more countries adopt Westernized eating habits,obesity becomes more of a global epidemic.

Question 78

Matching
Anorexia Nervosa

A)Jamie routinely abuses laxatives and vomits to prevent caloric absorption.
B)Rodger refuses to maintain a normal body weight and exercises 2-3 hours a day.
C)Roy eats until he is uncomfortably full and eats alone.
D)Jan binges then takes an entire box of laxatives.
E)Joy eats whether or not she's hungry and eats quickly and often.

Question 79

Matching
Body mass

A)a numerical measurement using height and weight used as an indicator for health risks
B)a technique that measures air displacement
C)a technique that uses calipers to measure subcutaneous fat
D)a technique that measures water displacement
E)a technique that measures the resistance of an electrical current as it travels through the body

Question 80

Matching
Underweight

A)having a BMI over 35
B)having a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9
C)having a BMI below 18.5
D)having a BMI between 30 and 35
E)having a BMI between 25 and 29.9