Question 1

Bert goes to the gym and works out strenuously for about 45 minutes. After his exercise bout he weighs himself and notices that he has lost a pound. How much fluid should he drink to rehydrate his body?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 cup 
B)  2 cups 
C)  3 cups 
D)  4 cups

Question 2

People who have excess body fat have difficulty dissipating heat during exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of following does NOT explain why infants are at a higher risk of dehydration compared to adults?

Accepted Answer

A)  Infants excrete urine at a higher rate. 
B)  Infants cannot tell parents or caregivers when they are thirsty. 
C)  Infants have a greater ratio of body surface area to body core. 
D)  Infants have a lower total body water percentage.

Question 4

Hot and humid environments increase the risk of heat illness because sweat does not evaporate and the body cannot cool itself.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines for preventing heat-related deaths in high school and collegiate athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)  regular fluid breaks for athletes 
B)  changing the time of events to avoid periods of high heat and humidly 
C)  canceling training and competition during periods of high heat and humidity 
D)  attendance of a certified athletic trainer at all sporting events

Exam 24: fluid Imbalance

Bert goes to the gym and works out strenuously for about 45 minutes. After his exercise bout he weighs himself and notices that he has lost a pound. How much fluid should he drink to rehydrate his body?

People who have excess body fat have difficulty dissipating heat during exercise.

Which of following does NOT explain why infants are at a higher risk of dehydration compared to adults?

Hot and humid environments increase the risk of heat illness because sweat does not evaporate and the body cannot cool itself.

Which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines for preventing heat-related deaths in high school and collegiate athletes?