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When working with a client who has C. Refer her to a chiropractor.
been complaining of low back pain
that has been getting worse, what is
the most appropriate
recommendation?
A. Refer her to a certified personal
trainer.
B. Tell her to use a heating pad when
the pain gets bad.
C. Refer her to a chiropractor.
D. Recommend use of over-the-
counter anti-inflammatory
medications.
,With which client would it be most C. Clients with inconsistent weight loss and gain
appropriate for the Nutrition Coach
to work?
A. Elite clients competing in a
national Ironman
B. Clients who want testing for
vitamin deficiency
C. Clients with inconsistent weight
loss and gain
D. Clients trying an elimination diet to
identify food sensitivities
According to the scope of practice C. Dietary Guidelines for Americans
for a Nutrition Coach, which is an
example of an appropriate resource
for determining daily caloric intake?
A. ADA calculations based on age,
gender, and activity level
B. Body type and cultural
preferences
C. Dietary Guidelines for Americans
D. The Nutrition Coach cannot assist
with daily caloric intake.
,During a regular meeting, a client is D. Advise him to make an appointment with his
complaining of irregular personal physician.
gastrointestinal issues, ranging from
diarrhea to constipation. What is the
best course of action?
A. Closely monitor his situation and
re-evaluate during the next meeting.
B. Evaluate his prescription
medications to look for similar side
effects.
C. Advise him to eat more
vegetables and drink more water.
D. Advise him to make an
appointment with his personal
physician.
A new client has just moved into the D. Psychiatrist
area. She states that she occasionally
suffers from anxiety and panic
attacks and needs to renew her
prescription medications. To which
healthcare professional should she
be referred?
A. Podiatrist
B. Physiologist
C. Physiotherapist
D. Psychiatrist
, One of the roles of a Nutrition Coach C. Refer to a certified personal trainer for a
is to help facilitate weight loss. Which resistance training program.
of the following would be most
appropriate to recommend for the
overweight client?
A. Limit carbohydrates to 35% of the
diet.
B. Give up bread and avoid gluten.
C. Refer to a certified personal
trainer for a resistance training
program.
D. Drink a protein shake instead of
eating lunch.
Where should client files be kept to D. In a locked and secure location
ensure client confidentiality?
A. In an electronic version only
B. With the client
C. In the manager's office
D. In a locked and secure location
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When working with a client who has C. Refer her to a chiropractor.
been complaining of low back pain
that has been getting worse, what is
the most appropriate
recommendation?
A. Refer her to a certified personal
trainer.
B. Tell her to use a heating pad when
the pain gets bad.
C. Refer her to a chiropractor.
D. Recommend use of over-the-
counter anti-inflammatory
medications.
,With which client would it be most C. Clients with inconsistent weight loss and gain
appropriate for the Nutrition Coach
to work?
A. Elite clients competing in a
national Ironman
B. Clients who want testing for
vitamin deficiency
C. Clients with inconsistent weight
loss and gain
D. Clients trying an elimination diet to
identify food sensitivities
According to the scope of practice C. Dietary Guidelines for Americans
for a Nutrition Coach, which is an
example of an appropriate resource
for determining daily caloric intake?
A. ADA calculations based on age,
gender, and activity level
B. Body type and cultural
preferences
C. Dietary Guidelines for Americans
D. The Nutrition Coach cannot assist
with daily caloric intake.
,During a regular meeting, a client is D. Advise him to make an appointment with his
complaining of irregular personal physician.
gastrointestinal issues, ranging from
diarrhea to constipation. What is the
best course of action?
A. Closely monitor his situation and
re-evaluate during the next meeting.
B. Evaluate his prescription
medications to look for similar side
effects.
C. Advise him to eat more
vegetables and drink more water.
D. Advise him to make an
appointment with his personal
physician.
A new client has just moved into the D. Psychiatrist
area. She states that she occasionally
suffers from anxiety and panic
attacks and needs to renew her
prescription medications. To which
healthcare professional should she
be referred?
A. Podiatrist
B. Physiologist
C. Physiotherapist
D. Psychiatrist
, One of the roles of a Nutrition Coach C. Refer to a certified personal trainer for a
is to help facilitate weight loss. Which resistance training program.
of the following would be most
appropriate to recommend for the
overweight client?
A. Limit carbohydrates to 35% of the
diet.
B. Give up bread and avoid gluten.
C. Refer to a certified personal
trainer for a resistance training
program.
D. Drink a protein shake instead of
eating lunch.
Where should client files be kept to D. In a locked and secure location
ensure client confidentiality?
A. In an electronic version only
B. With the client
C. In the manager's office
D. In a locked and secure location
