NSC-150 Final Exam Study Guide
Questions & Answers Graded A+
Define the various dimensions of wellness. - CORRECT ANSWER-Physical, Emotional,
Spiritual, Social, Environmental
What are some reputable sources for health information? - CORRECT
ANSWER-.org, .gov, or peer reviewed articles.
health benefits of cardiorespiratory fitness - CORRECT ANSWER-Reduce the risk heart
disease, lung cancer, type 2 diabetes, stroke, and other diseases
appropriate % max heart rate for improvement in cardiorespiratory fitness - CORRECT
ANSWER-60-80% of maximum heart rate will bring improvement
the guidelines for physical activity for Americans - CORRECT ANSWER-2 ½-5 hours of
moderate intensity or 1 ¼ - 2 ½ hours of vigorous intensity
the major benefits of muscular fitness - CORRECT ANSWER-Increase ability to perform
ADL's, Reduce risk of injury, stronger muscles and bones
How are nutrients are absorbed through the digestive process (General pathway
through the GI tract) digestive functions of pancreas, liver, and gall bladder, -
CORRECT ANSWER-Mouth to Esophagus to Stomach to Small Intestine to Large
Intestine to Anus
Where are most nutrients absorbed? - CORRECT ANSWER-small intestine
, Describe the functions of the six major categories of nutrients. - CORRECT ANSWER-
Carbs, Fats, Proteins, Vitamins, Minerals, and Water
Carbs- Provide energy, store energy, build macro's, spare protein and fat for other
purposes
Fats- Energy and Cell Growth, Keep your body warm, absorb nutrients and produce
hormones.
Protein- Repair and Build your body tissues, allows metabolic reactions, and
coordinates bodily functions
Vitamins- Needed for cell function, growth, and development.
Minerals- Grow, develop, and stay healthy
Water- Carries nutrients and oxygen, moistens oxygen for breathing, regulates body
temp.
For all- kcal/g, absorbed form - CORRECT ANSWER-Carb- 4/G
Protein- 4/G
Fat- 9/G
recommendations of various types of carbohydrates (ie. whole grains, sugar, fiber) -
CORRECT ANSWER-Whole grains are the healthiest types of carbohydrates
Why is fiber important in the diet? - CORRECT ANSWER-Fiber is indigestible as it
helps keep the digestive system healthy
the relationship of carbs to type 2 diabetes - CORRECT ANSWER-Digestive system
breaks down carbs to glucose and with diabetes you are unable to breakdown glucose
without insulin.
saturated fat foods - CORRECT ANSWER-used for energy and other functions if
consumed in excess than will clog arteries
Questions & Answers Graded A+
Define the various dimensions of wellness. - CORRECT ANSWER-Physical, Emotional,
Spiritual, Social, Environmental
What are some reputable sources for health information? - CORRECT
ANSWER-.org, .gov, or peer reviewed articles.
health benefits of cardiorespiratory fitness - CORRECT ANSWER-Reduce the risk heart
disease, lung cancer, type 2 diabetes, stroke, and other diseases
appropriate % max heart rate for improvement in cardiorespiratory fitness - CORRECT
ANSWER-60-80% of maximum heart rate will bring improvement
the guidelines for physical activity for Americans - CORRECT ANSWER-2 ½-5 hours of
moderate intensity or 1 ¼ - 2 ½ hours of vigorous intensity
the major benefits of muscular fitness - CORRECT ANSWER-Increase ability to perform
ADL's, Reduce risk of injury, stronger muscles and bones
How are nutrients are absorbed through the digestive process (General pathway
through the GI tract) digestive functions of pancreas, liver, and gall bladder, -
CORRECT ANSWER-Mouth to Esophagus to Stomach to Small Intestine to Large
Intestine to Anus
Where are most nutrients absorbed? - CORRECT ANSWER-small intestine
, Describe the functions of the six major categories of nutrients. - CORRECT ANSWER-
Carbs, Fats, Proteins, Vitamins, Minerals, and Water
Carbs- Provide energy, store energy, build macro's, spare protein and fat for other
purposes
Fats- Energy and Cell Growth, Keep your body warm, absorb nutrients and produce
hormones.
Protein- Repair and Build your body tissues, allows metabolic reactions, and
coordinates bodily functions
Vitamins- Needed for cell function, growth, and development.
Minerals- Grow, develop, and stay healthy
Water- Carries nutrients and oxygen, moistens oxygen for breathing, regulates body
temp.
For all- kcal/g, absorbed form - CORRECT ANSWER-Carb- 4/G
Protein- 4/G
Fat- 9/G
recommendations of various types of carbohydrates (ie. whole grains, sugar, fiber) -
CORRECT ANSWER-Whole grains are the healthiest types of carbohydrates
Why is fiber important in the diet? - CORRECT ANSWER-Fiber is indigestible as it
helps keep the digestive system healthy
the relationship of carbs to type 2 diabetes - CORRECT ANSWER-Digestive system
breaks down carbs to glucose and with diabetes you are unable to breakdown glucose
without insulin.
saturated fat foods - CORRECT ANSWER-used for energy and other functions if
consumed in excess than will clog arteries
