Deck 15: Weight Management

Question 1

The acceptable amount of total body weight provided by fat for a 120-lb woman is approximately _____ lbs.

A) 8.4 - 15.0
B) 18.6 - 22.1
C) 25.6 - 30.5
D) 38.6 - 44.2

Answer 1

D
Total body fat content for women is between 32.2% to 36.9% of total body weight-120 lbs x 32.2% = 38.64 lbs and 120 lbs x 36.9% = 44.28 lbs.

Question 2

Health problems related to obesity include

A) hypertension and lung disease.
B) hypertension and diabetes.
C) diabetes and arthritis.
D) arthritis and asthma.

Answer 2

B
American adults who are overweight or obese increase their risk of conditions such as hypertension; type 2 diabetes; heart disease; sleep apnea; gastroesophageal reflux; degenerative joint disease; and prostate,breast,and colon cancers.

Question 3

In all probability,the most significant factor in the development of obesity is

A) genetics and family food patterns.
B) psychological influences.
C) social influences.
D) physiologic influences.

Answer 3

A
Genetics and family food patterns play a significant factor in the development of obesity.Family food patterns can provide an environment that allows the genetic trait to present itself.

Question 4

The most important key to a successful weight-loss program is

A) personal motivation.
B) exercise.
C) dietary restriction.
D) a good nutrition counselor.

Question 5

An example of an extreme weight-loss measure is

A) a sound food plan.
B) aerobic exercise.
C) behavior modification.
D) fasting.

Question 6

For men,the range of body fat percentage associated with the lowest risk of chronic disease is

A) 7.0% - 15.8%.
B) 14.5% - 22.0%.
C) 21.0% - 25.8%.
D) 32.2% - 36.9%.

Question 7

A teenage girl who has a distorted body image and refuses to maintain a minimal acceptable body weight should be evaluated for

A) anorexia nervosa.
B) bulimia nervosa.
C) fasting.
D) compulsive dieting.

Question 8

A major contributing factor to the increase in obesity in the United States is

A) excessive alcohol intake.
B) excessive sugar intake.
C) lack of exercise.
D) lack of concern about weight control.

Question 9

Mary is a 32-year-old woman who admits to repeated episodes of eating large quantities of food at one sitting,including two boxes of cookies,a family-size bag of chips,six candy bars,and even more at times.She then vomits to rid her body of the food.This would be an example of

A) anorexia nervosa.
B) bulimia nervosa.
C) fasting.
D) compulsive overeating.

Question 10

The total body fat content that is associated with the lowest risk of chronic disease for women is

A) 7.0% - 15.8%.
B) 14.5% - 22.0%.
C) 12.0% - 25.8%.
D) 32.2% - 36.9%.

Question 11

When energy intake exceeds energy expenditure,the result may be

A) anorexia.
B) malnutrition.
C) obesity.
D) hyperactivity.

Question 12

Expression of genetic factors

A) determines an individual's body weight.
B) influences an individual's chance of becoming overweight.
C) cannot be overcome by diet and exercise habits.
D) is solely responsible for similarities in body weight within families.

Question 13

It is difficult to define "ideal weight" because

A) body weight increases with age.
B) men tend to weigh more than women.
C) body weight is largely determined by genetics.
D) a wide range of weights can be associated with good health.

Question 14

The most important factor in determining fatness or leanness is

A) weight.
B) height.
C) body composition.
D) diet.

Question 15

Surgical techniques used for weight reduction are

A) not very helpful and expensive.
B) the only alternative for extreme obesity.
C) associated with significant risks.
D) not effective.

Question 16

If the ideal weight for height for a person is 110 lbs and his/her current weight is 140 lbs then he/she can be classified as

A) slightly overweight.
B) underweight.
C) obese.
D) extreme obese.

Question 17

A 2-lb increase in fat is the kilocalorie equivalent of _____ kcal.

A) 1000
B) 3000
C) 3500
D) 7000

Question 18

The most precise method for determining body composition is

A) skinfold calipers.
B) body weight.
C) underwater weighing.
D) fitness testing.

Question 19

If a child has obese parents,the likelihood of the child also being obese is

A) no different from that of any other child.
B) very great.
C) very low.
D) dependent on other environmental factors.

Question 20

An effective method for weight reduction includes

A) fasting.
B) limiting food groups.
C) the drug phenylpropylamine.
D) behavior modification.

Question 21

To lose 2 lbs over a 2-week period,caloric intake would need to be reduced by _____ kcal/day.

A) 150
B) 300
C) 350
D) 500

Question 22

The hormone that tends to have the opposite effect to leptin is

A) ghrelin.
B) secretin.
C) insulin.
D) peptidase.

Question 23

Food behaviors of value in a weight-reduction program include

A) eating quickly.
B) choosing small portions.
C) eating while doing other activities.
D) skipping meals.

Question 24

Dangers associated with the use of very-low-calorie diets include

A) dehydration.
B) decreased metabolic rate.
C) sleep disorders.
D) hyperactivity.

Question 25

A hormone that seems to control eating behavior and fat storage is

A) insulin.
B) thyroxine.
C) leptin.
D) growth hormone.

Question 26

Clinically severe or significant obesity is defined as a BMI of

A) 40 or greater or a BMI of 35-39 with at least one obesity-related disorder.
B) 35 or greater or a BMI of 35-39 with at least three obesity-related disorders.
C) 35 or greater with at least two obesity-related disorders.
D) 30 with hypertension and type 2 diabetes.

Question 27

In young,very fit adult men,the percentage of body weight that is fat is between

A) 3.0% and 5.5%.
B) 5.0% and 12.0%.
C) 7.0% and 15.8%.
D) 20.4% and 35.5%.

Question 28

Problems associated with bulimia nervosa include

A) dry skin.
B) breathing difficulties.
C) abnormal hair growth.
D) erosion of dental enamel.

Question 29

The rate of weight loss by overweight adults should not exceed _____ lbs/week.

A) 1 to 2
B) 2 to 4
C) 3 to 5
D) 4 to 6

Question 30

Body wraps result in a loss of

A) muscle tissue.
B) cellulite.
C) body fat.
D) water.

Question 31

A sound food plan for weight loss contains

A) very little fat content.
B) very little carbohydrate.
C) higher protein than carbohydrate.
D) a balance of macronutrients.