Topic Test Answers

The BEST use of the food pyramid would be __________.A.to help determine a healthy eating pattern that represents a balanced dietB.to determine the food that should never be eatenC.to create a diet that excludes fatD.to count calories and carbohydrates

A patient comes to the emergency room after passing out. The doctor discovers a very low amount of salts in the body. The doctor should suspect problems with the patient's __________. A.gallbladder because the salts are not properly digestedB.kidneys because the salts are not properly regulatedC.liver because the salts are not properly filtered out D.bladder because the salts are not properly stored

Charlie had some tests done recently to assess his risk for certain diseases. The results showed that he has a waist circumference of 47 inches, a BMI of 29, and a normal skin fold measurement test. What should Charlie do?A.Charlie is a little too thin, he is most likely underweight, and he needs to consult a dietician or doctor to help him see how to modify his diet to gain some weight.B.Charlie should repeat the caliper test because it does not fit with the other information, and he should start an exercise routine and diet to reduce his body fat.C.Charlie should immediately start an exercise and diet program because all his tests indicate that he is extremely obese, which puts him at risk for several diseases. D.Charlie should repeat the BMI because the other tests were normal, and he should avoid changing his body composition because he'll be too overweight.

In order to gain the maximum benefits from an exercise program, you should include both cardiovascular training and weight training.

Which of the following statements is NOT true about metabolism? A.Basal metabolism is the amount of energy needed for sustaining life. B.Basal metabolism is measured by the amount of calories burned when your body is inactive. C.Metabolism is influenced by numerous factors, such as heredity and age. D.Younger people generally have a slower metabolism than adults.

Sasha is diabetic, which means that she has trouble digesting carbohydrates due to a malfunction in one of her organs. Which organ in the digestive system is NOT working properly? A.liverB.pancreasC.small intestinesD.gall bladder

If Marlene were having difficulties with digestion, the BEST things to do would be to __________.A.increase fiber, lower salt, and drink waterB.exercise, eat high-fiber foods, and drink plenty of waterC.limit salt intake, reduce caffeine, and keep cleanD.eat more salt, eat more fiber, and keep clean

Which of the following is NOT a part of the body's nonfat components? A.internal organsB.skin C.muscleD.tendons

Based on what you know about the flow of urine from the kidneys, choose the statement that BEST describes what would happen if you were to stand on your head? A.The urine would flow backwards out of the urethra and into the kidneys.B.The urine would flow down to the bladder and then out the urethra.C.The urine would remain in the bladder because there are valves to prevent backflow.D.The urine would remain in the kidneys because the bladder would no longer be able to eliminate any urine.

Kidneys pass waste products through the ureters to the __________. A. urethra B. bladder C. stomach D. small intestine Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Maintaining a healthy weight comes down to moderation and __________. A. muscle mass B. portions C. nutrients consumed D. protein consumed Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

When doctors talk about an individual's body composition, they are talking solely about the fat components of the human body.

Sanchez consumes a diet where he will not eat pork and will not eat meat with dairy products. He is most likely following this type of diet. A. diabetic B. kosher C. low-fat D. vegetarian Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Compare and contrast the health-related problems that severely underweight and overweight people might face.

Diets not only correct health problems, they can also cause health problems.

A female with a waist to hip ratio greater than 1.0 would be at a higher risk for certain diseases. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of too little body fat? A.increased cholesterolB.organ failureC.deathD.altered hormones

Over half of Americans have a BMI over 30, placing them in the obese category.

Nephritis is caused by __________.A.inflammation in the kidneyB.inflammation in the pancreasC.inflammation in the bladderD.inflammation in the bowel

You want to lose weight and have been trying to decide which type of fad diet is best for you. You ask your doctor, who responds that __________.A.fad diets are a temporary fix but generally don't have any side effectsB.fad diets can be used several times a year to maintain a healthy weightC.fad diets can be risky for your health and, in the long run, do not workD.fad diets should never be used one right after the other; there should be a break between them