a CNC can provide clients non-medical nutrition information & behavior change
TRUE
every region requires that a nutrition coach work under the supervision of a registered dietitian
FALSE
the CNC can provide specific meal plans for clients
FALSE
the CNC can recommend specific supplements
FALSE
the CNC can offer advice on eating behaviors/macronutrients that are known to reduce risk of disease or slow di
TRUE
a thorough assessment can help rule out any client who has issues beyond the scope of practice for the CNC
TRUE
the SCOFF questionnaire is a reliable assessment tool used to detect which of the following conditions?
eating disorder
an unexplained surge in athletic performance is a reason for the CNC to refer their client to a registered dietitian
FALSE
a client who confides of suicidal thoughts should be referred to a psychologist
TRUE
it is appropriate for the CNC to recommend an over the counter antacid when a client complains about recent e
FALSE
when it comes to client confidentiality, all personal information should be kept in a locked/secure area
TRUE
if the CNC intends to work as an employee in a private health club, its important to consult with an attorney & a
TRUE
when working with a client who has been complaining of low back pain that has been getting worse, what is the
refer to a chiropractor
common assessments performed by a CNC include height, weight, body composition & what other test?
anthropometric measurements
where might a CNC find reputable information on recent dietary guidelines?
government funded agencies
according to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is the minimum number of positive answers which mig
2
a new client is 6 weeks post-partum. she states that she has very little energy & feels sadness most of the time.
refer her to a clinical psychiatrist
which of the following can a CNC provide
nutritional advice & behavioral modification
a CNC has been working with an overweight client for 6 weeks. during the most recent weight-in, they discover s
informally question her about common eating disorder traits/habits
which statement is within the scope of practice for a CNC?
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?
refer to a certified eating disorder specialist
where should client files be kept to ensure client confidentiality?
in a locked & secure location
to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important that the content presented is highly releva
practical
to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important the content presented is perceived to be i
,based on prior experience
with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC to work?
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
psychiatrist
according to the scope of practice for a CNC, which is an example of an appropriate resource for determining dai
dietary guidelines for americans
which statement best describes the healthcare continuum?
the many disciplines that make up the healthcare system
with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC.to work?
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 re
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 an
refer her to a certified diabetes educator
any research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for which of the following?
reliability and validity
it is not uncommon for clients to confide in the CNC. which client conversation would be grounds for a referral t
daily panic attacks
during a regular meeting, a client is complaining of irregular gastrointestinal issues ranging from diarrhea to con
advise him to make an appointment with his personal physician
identify the 3 components of evidence based practice
weight of evidence, field observations, individual client needs/preferences
order the steps of the scientific method
identify a problem, form a hypothesis, design a study/test method, collect data/synthesize/interpret, discard un
scientists identify what is most likely to be true by demonstrating what is not true
TRUE
a scientific theory is just a guess
FALSE
which of the following ranks highest in terms of quality
randomized control trials (RCTs)
which of the following best describes an empirical scientific approach?
controlled observation
which of the following represents a weakness of observational studies?
correlation does not equal causation
which of the following best represents a weakness of interventional designs?
small number of subjects
which of the following is the best source of information?
peer reviewed scientific journals
scientific evidence is fixed and immutable
FALSE
the uncertainty of science is a strength, as nothing is ever 100% certain
TRUE
numerous studies, including genetic studies, RCTs on lipid lowering medications & observational studies point to
theory
which term describes the phenomena when a group doesn't represent the population a scientist is intending to
selection bias
,the behavioral risk factor surveillance system (BRFSS) involves collecting health-related information via telephon
survey
which term best describes formulation of a hypothesis, collecting data to test the hypothesis & changing/discard
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 ite
diet B
scientists take 5000 people & have them fill out a questionnaire on their dairy intake. they then compare cancer
observational
which of the following represents a critical evaluation of a study by other scientists?
peer review
Scientists perform a study looking at the effects of caffeine on vertical jump performance. On one day, they give
crossover
A scientist proposes that sugar is inherently fattening, and performs a study comparing a high-sugar diet to a low
falsification
Which term refers to the ability to get similar results when something is measured under the same conditions?
test re-test reliability
Scientists perform a study comparing 1000 women with breast cancer to 1000 women without breast cancer. Th
case-control study
Which term describes how a body of knowledge is based on observation and experience?
empirical
Which term describes a variable in an experiment for which a scientist takes no steps to account for?
uncontrolled variable
Scientists randomly assign subjects to a low or high carbohydrate group and then look at changes in body weight
diet type
Which observational study design allows scientists to hypothesize a potential causal association?
cohort study
a scientist hypothesizes that a supplement will increase resistance training performance. a study is carried out &
the predictions have been falsified & hypothesis is discarded
a scientist hypothesizes a supplement will improve fat loss by suppressing appetite. which item represents a pre
subjects will eat less after taking supplement
which term refers to a proposed explanation for observations?
hypothesis
7 studies show diet A lowers cholesterol more than diet B. 3 studies show no difference. assuming all studies are
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 hal
parallel
a scientists observes that people tend to perform better in a weight training session after consuming a pre-work
hypothesis
scientists perform a study tracking 10,000 people over a 10 year period. they look at sugar intake at the beginnin
cohort study
which of the following represents a strength of observational studies?
large subject numbers
how does the WHO define health?
a state of complete physical, mental & social well being
which of the following are components of the 6 dimensions of wellness?
emotional, physical, occupational
which on the continuum relate to a high level of wellness?
, awareness, education, growth
a change in which of the following plays a significant role in reversing obesity?
dietary habits
which of the following nutrition tips do not support optimal health?
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?
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
FALSE
which of the following hormones is responsible for feelings of satiety?
leptin
what foods elicit faster satiety-signal responses?
complex carbohydrates & proteins
which of the following is the leading cause of death?
heart disease
which of the following best describes chronic diseases?
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 go
wellness
the best approach to eating for a population's diversity & differences includes which of the following?
a flexible approach
which of the following best defines wellness?
the overall quality of health one is experiencing, especially as an actively sought lifestyle that leads to optimal he
intellectual wellness implies which of the following?
constant learning
what is the leading contributor to preventable death?
smoking
older adults tend to have which of the following?
lower dietary intake of vitamins
communicable diseases are which of the following?
passed from person to person
which of the following is best defined as a high degree of body fat, or excess body fat, with a BMI of greater than
obesity
which of the following is a tip for a health supporting diet?
follow a diet that is low in saturated fat
an important factor impacting satiety includes which of the following?
palatability
which of the following is true about portion sizes in America during the past decade?
they have increased dramatically
non-communicable diseases are which of the following?
the first leading cause of death
Dietary habits associated with a lower incidence of cancer rates include which of the following?
eating foods high in antioxidants
Which of the following is the technical term for body measurements and calculations as they refer to metrics rel
biometrics
Which of the following terms is best defined as a disorder of structure or function in a human, animal, or plant, e
disease
TRUE
every region requires that a nutrition coach work under the supervision of a registered dietitian
FALSE
the CNC can provide specific meal plans for clients
FALSE
the CNC can recommend specific supplements
FALSE
the CNC can offer advice on eating behaviors/macronutrients that are known to reduce risk of disease or slow di
TRUE
a thorough assessment can help rule out any client who has issues beyond the scope of practice for the CNC
TRUE
the SCOFF questionnaire is a reliable assessment tool used to detect which of the following conditions?
eating disorder
an unexplained surge in athletic performance is a reason for the CNC to refer their client to a registered dietitian
FALSE
a client who confides of suicidal thoughts should be referred to a psychologist
TRUE
it is appropriate for the CNC to recommend an over the counter antacid when a client complains about recent e
FALSE
when it comes to client confidentiality, all personal information should be kept in a locked/secure area
TRUE
if the CNC intends to work as an employee in a private health club, its important to consult with an attorney & a
TRUE
when working with a client who has been complaining of low back pain that has been getting worse, what is the
refer to a chiropractor
common assessments performed by a CNC include height, weight, body composition & what other test?
anthropometric measurements
where might a CNC find reputable information on recent dietary guidelines?
government funded agencies
according to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is the minimum number of positive answers which mig
2
a new client is 6 weeks post-partum. she states that she has very little energy & feels sadness most of the time.
refer her to a clinical psychiatrist
which of the following can a CNC provide
nutritional advice & behavioral modification
a CNC has been working with an overweight client for 6 weeks. during the most recent weight-in, they discover s
informally question her about common eating disorder traits/habits
which statement is within the scope of practice for a CNC?
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?
refer to a certified eating disorder specialist
where should client files be kept to ensure client confidentiality?
in a locked & secure location
to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important that the content presented is highly releva
practical
to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important the content presented is perceived to be i
,based on prior experience
with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC to work?
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
psychiatrist
according to the scope of practice for a CNC, which is an example of an appropriate resource for determining dai
dietary guidelines for americans
which statement best describes the healthcare continuum?
the many disciplines that make up the healthcare system
with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC.to work?
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 re
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 an
refer her to a certified diabetes educator
any research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for which of the following?
reliability and validity
it is not uncommon for clients to confide in the CNC. which client conversation would be grounds for a referral t
daily panic attacks
during a regular meeting, a client is complaining of irregular gastrointestinal issues ranging from diarrhea to con
advise him to make an appointment with his personal physician
identify the 3 components of evidence based practice
weight of evidence, field observations, individual client needs/preferences
order the steps of the scientific method
identify a problem, form a hypothesis, design a study/test method, collect data/synthesize/interpret, discard un
scientists identify what is most likely to be true by demonstrating what is not true
TRUE
a scientific theory is just a guess
FALSE
which of the following ranks highest in terms of quality
randomized control trials (RCTs)
which of the following best describes an empirical scientific approach?
controlled observation
which of the following represents a weakness of observational studies?
correlation does not equal causation
which of the following best represents a weakness of interventional designs?
small number of subjects
which of the following is the best source of information?
peer reviewed scientific journals
scientific evidence is fixed and immutable
FALSE
the uncertainty of science is a strength, as nothing is ever 100% certain
TRUE
numerous studies, including genetic studies, RCTs on lipid lowering medications & observational studies point to
theory
which term describes the phenomena when a group doesn't represent the population a scientist is intending to
selection bias
,the behavioral risk factor surveillance system (BRFSS) involves collecting health-related information via telephon
survey
which term best describes formulation of a hypothesis, collecting data to test the hypothesis & changing/discard
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 ite
diet B
scientists take 5000 people & have them fill out a questionnaire on their dairy intake. they then compare cancer
observational
which of the following represents a critical evaluation of a study by other scientists?
peer review
Scientists perform a study looking at the effects of caffeine on vertical jump performance. On one day, they give
crossover
A scientist proposes that sugar is inherently fattening, and performs a study comparing a high-sugar diet to a low
falsification
Which term refers to the ability to get similar results when something is measured under the same conditions?
test re-test reliability
Scientists perform a study comparing 1000 women with breast cancer to 1000 women without breast cancer. Th
case-control study
Which term describes how a body of knowledge is based on observation and experience?
empirical
Which term describes a variable in an experiment for which a scientist takes no steps to account for?
uncontrolled variable
Scientists randomly assign subjects to a low or high carbohydrate group and then look at changes in body weight
diet type
Which observational study design allows scientists to hypothesize a potential causal association?
cohort study
a scientist hypothesizes that a supplement will increase resistance training performance. a study is carried out &
the predictions have been falsified & hypothesis is discarded
a scientist hypothesizes a supplement will improve fat loss by suppressing appetite. which item represents a pre
subjects will eat less after taking supplement
which term refers to a proposed explanation for observations?
hypothesis
7 studies show diet A lowers cholesterol more than diet B. 3 studies show no difference. assuming all studies are
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 hal
parallel
a scientists observes that people tend to perform better in a weight training session after consuming a pre-work
hypothesis
scientists perform a study tracking 10,000 people over a 10 year period. they look at sugar intake at the beginnin
cohort study
which of the following represents a strength of observational studies?
large subject numbers
how does the WHO define health?
a state of complete physical, mental & social well being
which of the following are components of the 6 dimensions of wellness?
emotional, physical, occupational
which on the continuum relate to a high level of wellness?
, awareness, education, growth
a change in which of the following plays a significant role in reversing obesity?
dietary habits
which of the following nutrition tips do not support optimal health?
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?
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
FALSE
which of the following hormones is responsible for feelings of satiety?
leptin
what foods elicit faster satiety-signal responses?
complex carbohydrates & proteins
which of the following is the leading cause of death?
heart disease
which of the following best describes chronic diseases?
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 go
wellness
the best approach to eating for a population's diversity & differences includes which of the following?
a flexible approach
which of the following best defines wellness?
the overall quality of health one is experiencing, especially as an actively sought lifestyle that leads to optimal he
intellectual wellness implies which of the following?
constant learning
what is the leading contributor to preventable death?
smoking
older adults tend to have which of the following?
lower dietary intake of vitamins
communicable diseases are which of the following?
passed from person to person
which of the following is best defined as a high degree of body fat, or excess body fat, with a BMI of greater than
obesity
which of the following is a tip for a health supporting diet?
follow a diet that is low in saturated fat
an important factor impacting satiety includes which of the following?
palatability
which of the following is true about portion sizes in America during the past decade?
they have increased dramatically
non-communicable diseases are which of the following?
the first leading cause of death
Dietary habits associated with a lower incidence of cancer rates include which of the following?
eating foods high in antioxidants
Which of the following is the technical term for body measurements and calculations as they refer to metrics rel
biometrics
Which of the following terms is best defined as a disorder of structure or function in a human, animal, or plant, e
disease
