Deck 8: Physical Activity

Question 1

Amanda wants to start exercising. She set a goal to go rock climbing 3 days per week. After 1 month, Amanda admits she only went rock climbing 4 times. She later said, she only chose rock climbing as her form of exercise because her sister started rock climbing. Where did Amanda go wrong in setting her exercise goal?

A) She didn't choose a safe exercise.
B) She didn't choose a convenient exercise.
C) She didn't choose an enjoyable exercise.
D) She didn't choose a modest goal.
E) She didn't gradually increase her goal over the month.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Which of the following groups of individuals should be physically active throughout the day to enhance growth and development?

A) Preschool children
B) Children and adolescents
C) Adults
D) Older adults
E) Pregnant women

Answer 2

A

Question 3

According to the physical activity motivational counseling algorithm, how ready are clients in level 2?

A) Highly physically active
B) Ready to change
C) Not ready to change
D) Unsure about changing
E) Physically active

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Which of the following is a rare but serious risk associated with exercising?

A) Dehydration
B) Sudden cardiac death
C) Musculoskeletal injuries
D) Overheating
E) Osteoporosis

Question 5

Physical activity recommendations for older adults are similar to those of adults. What additional exercise recommendation is advisable for older adults?

A) Weight machines
B) Swimming
C) Balance training
D) Activity plan
E) Aerobics

Question 6

Sandra is 65 years old and expressed that she wants to incorporate more bone strengthening activities. What would you recommend?

A) Walking 5 - 10 minutes 3 days per week
B) Riding a stationary bike 30 minutes 5 days per week
C) Riding a bike outside 30 minutes 2 - 3 days per week
D) Weight lifting exercises 2 - 3 days per week
E) Swimming 60 minutes 3 days per week

Question 7

Roberto burns approximately 750 kilocalories per week through physical activity. Roberto is participating in which of the following types of physical activity?

A) Intermediate physical activity
B) Moderate physical activity
C) Vigorous physical activity
D) Walking
E) Running

Question 8

According to the physical activity motivational counseling algorithm, how ready are clients in level 4?

A) Highly physically active
B) Ready to change
C) Not ready to change
D) Unsure about changing
E) Physically active

Question 9

Which of the following are in the scope of an entry-level registered dietitian?

A) Provision of counseling for depression
B) Provision of insulin prescriptions for patients with diabetes
C) Provision of counseling for exercise
D) Provision of advanced counseling for eating disorders
E) Provision of counseling for anxiety

Question 10

Which of the following is an effective counseling approach for clients in both level 3 and level 4 according to the physical activity motivational counseling algorithm?

A) Elicit client's ideas for change.
B) Praise positive behaviors.
C) Ask permission to discuss the importance of physical activity.
D) Explain relapse prevention.
E) Explore change options.

Question 11

Which of the following exercise guidelines would you recommend to women during pregnancy and the postpartum period?

A) Women who habitually engaged in vigorous-intensity aerobic activity or who were physically active before pregnancy should not continue these activities during pregnancy and the postpartum period.
B) Women who are pregnant should consult their health care provider about whether or how to adjust their physical activity during pregnancy and after the baby is born.
C) Women who are pregnant should avoid moderate-intensity physical activity.
D) Women during pregnancy and the postpartum period should engage in 75 minutes to 150 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity.
E) Women during pregnancy and the postpartum period should only partake in muscle strengthening and balance training exercises.

Question 12

According to the physical activity motivational counseling algorithm, how ready are clients in level 3?

A) Highly physically active
B) Ready to change
C) Not ready to change
D) Unsure about changing
E) Physically active

Question 13

Edgar is a level 4 according to the physical activity motivational counseling algorithm. What could you say to Edgar during the counseling session?

A) What do you believe are the reasons you haven't increased your level of physical activity? Do you think you are unmotivated?
B) You said vacations are a difficult time to maintain an exercise program. Do you have any ideas on how to overcome difficulties while traveling?
C) When have you enjoyed being physically active in the past?
D) Would be willing to start a walking program?
E) What are some good things that would happen if you were more physically active?

Question 14

Which of the following physical activity guidelines would you recommend to children and adolescents ages 6 through 17 years?

A) Active play daily
B) 60 minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily
C) At least 10 minutes of movement daily
D) 150 minutes to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity walking weekly
E) 150 minutes to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity weekly + flexibility exercises

Question 15

Which of the following activities is classified as vigorous physical activity?

A) Running for 30 minutes
B) Yoga for 30 minutes
C) Pilates for 30 minutes
D) Zumba for 20 minutes
E) Water aerobics for 30 minutes

Question 16

Pablo set a goal to run 1 mile four days per week. Prior to this goal he had not formally exercised in 10 years. Now Pablo is complaining of sore and aching muscles. Where did Pablo go wrong?

A) He likely wore the wrong type of running shoes.
B) He likely ran on concrete, which is harder on the joints compared to trail running.
C) His initial goal was not modest.
D) He likely did not stretch after running.
E) He likely did not stretch before running.

Question 17

Your client is in good health, lives in an upscale retirement community, but she reports spending at least five hours per day watching television. During the counseling interview you asked her if she was physically active and she said she "does not have time to exercise." What is likely the reason your client does not exercise?

A) Family obligations
B) Weather
C) Lack of motivation
D) Lack of access to exercise facility
E) Unsafe environment

Question 18

Jose is not currently exercising and is a level 1 according to the physical activity motivational counseling algorithm. What could you say to Jose during the counseling session?

A) What do you believe are the reasons you haven't increased your level of physical activity?
B) Would you be interested in talking about the benefits of physical activity?
C) When have you enjoyed being physically active in the past?
D) Would you be willing to start a walking program?
E) What are some good things that would happen if you were more physically active?

Question 19

Which of the following encourages all health care providers to assess and counsel all patients/clients in achieving the physical activity recommendations outlined in the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans?

A) The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
B) Exercise Is Medicine
C) Dietary Guidelines for Americans
D) Dietary Reference Intakes
E) National Council on Exercise

Question 20

What are the benefits of regular physical activity?

A) Increase risk of early death
B) Lower risk of type 2 diabetes
C) Impairment of cardiovascular health
D) Weight gain
E) Bone and muscle deterioration

Question 21

Explain the difference between physical activity and physical fitness.

Question 22

How many steps do individuals typically walk in a day?

A) 2,000
B) 2,300
C) 5,000
D) 8,000
E) 10,000

Question 23

Explain the difference between moderate and vigorous physical activity.

Question 24

Which of the following is the ultimate goal of a walking program?

A) Walk to achieve 5,000 steps per day.
B) Walk to achieve 10,000 steps per day.
C) Walk 30 minutes at least 5 days per week.
D) Goals should be based on a client's motivation level.
E) Walk enough to lose weight.

Question 25

Suppose your client is a level 1 in regard to physical activity and exercise. What is the goal and major task of the counseling session? Describe the approaches you would use with this client.

Question 26

Regular physical activity can aid in the improvement of anxiety, depression, sleep, and cognition.

Question 27

The majority of American adults meet federal recommendations for aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities.

Question 28

Describe how nutrition counselors can effectively incorporate physical activity planning into nutrition counseling.

Question 29

According to The American College of Sports Medicine, individuals who have not walked aerobically in years should start walking for 10 minutes during week 1. During weeks 2 and 3, how many minutes should these individuals be walking?

A) 10 and 15 minutes, respectively
B) 15 minutes
C) 12 minutes
D) 20 minutes
E) 12 and 15 minutes, respectively

Question 30

Exercise causes arthritis.

Question 31

Which of the following are true of physical activity goal setting?

A) Setting modest goals increases the likelihood of soreness and injuries.
B) Injuries can be prevented by quickly building up to the desired amount of physical activity.
C) Physical activity goals should be convenient for the individual.
D) Using steps instead of the elevator should not be included as a physical activity goal.
E) Physical activity goals must be completed in a gym.

Question 32

Describe the physical activity guidelines for adults and older adults.

Question 33

Which of the following is the best introductory exercise for sedentary individuals?

A) Walking
B) Running
C) Jogging
D) Swimming
E) Yoga

Question 34

Adults with chronic diseases should not exercise.

Question 35

Describe the benefits of regular physical activity.

Question 36

Nutrition counselors need to be knowledgeable about the principles of exercise and utilize these principles with clients.

Question 37

What factors must nutrition counselors consider when setting physical activity goals with clients?

Question 38

List and describe the three common myths of participating in physical activity.