AASDN Study Guide

✅✅-whether or not they contain a nucleus

cells can be differentiated by -

a nerve cell has many mitochondria - ✅✅-false

which of the following vitamins is not a fat soluble vitamin - ✅✅-niacin

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the simplest and most rapid method of energy production is the formation of ATP by
phosphocreatine breakdown - -true

which of the following foods is not a complete protein source - ✅✅-black beans
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the digestive tract is made up of a series of hollow organs joined in a long twisted
tube from the mouth to the anus - -true

the TCA cycle reactions occur in the - ✅✅-inner compartment of the mitochondria

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the recommended protein intake for strength and endurance athletes is 8g/kg/bw/day
- -false

the lower esophageal sphincter lies between the - ✅✅-esophagus and stomach
the phases of energy production include - ✅✅-ATP, glycolysis, TCA cycle, and
ETC

glycolysis occurs in the mitochondria of the cell - ✅✅-false

in energy production, pyruvate enters - ✅✅-both the aerobic and anaerobic
pathways

factors that contribute to catabolism of muscle include - ✅✅-fasting, starvation,

illness, stress, caffeine, alcohol, and inadequate rest

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phospholipids are a class of lipids that are a major component in all muscle
contractions - -false

carb loading refers to -✅✅ -consume 8-10 grams of carbs per bw/day 1-3 days
prior to an event, 36-48 before the event consume 10-12 grams of CHO per kg BW
every 24 hours

the sum of calories expended on a daily basis includes - ✅✅-BMR, thermic effect
of food, and physical activity
thermic effect of food refers to the number of calories utilized at rest - ✅✅-false
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specialization of 3 segments of the small intestines allows for absorption of nutrients
in different areas along the small intestines - -true

a stroke occurs when - ✅✅ -a clot blocks the blood supply to the brain or when a
blood vessel in or around the brain burtsts

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some of the most important treatable risk factors for stroke include -
-hypertension, cigarette smoking, heart disease, warning signs or history of
TIA, diabetes, physical inactivity, and obesity

a major role of cholesterol is - ✅✅-modulating membrane fluidity

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a large substantial proportion of cancers could be prevented by eliminating cell
phone usage, microwave usage, and computer usage - -false

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all cancers involve the malfunction of genes that control cell growth and division -
-true

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at least 21 studies have found an inverse relationship between physical activity and
lung cancer risk - -true

BG homeostasis is regulated primarily by the hormones - ✅✅-insulin, glucagon,

epinephrine and norepinephrine

which of the following is not a non-insulin dependent cell - ✅✅-fat cell

the pancreas produces - ✅✅-a wide variety of enzymes that breakdown CHO, fats
and proteins

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absorbed fatty acids and CHO are reassembled and transported throughout the body
via - -lipoproteins

the exogenous pathway for lipoprotein metabolism refers to - ✅✅ -chylomicrons

that are secreted from the intestinal epithelial cells into the lymphatic system

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steroids are organic compounds derived from the 17 carbon atoms composed of 4
rings - -true

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one should avoid eating fish bc of the PCBs and mercury found in all types of fish -
-false
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the hormone in the small intestines that signals the gal bladder to release bile (which
emulsifies fat) is - -cholecytokinin

the two essential fatty acids are eicosanoids and prostaglandins - ✅✅-false
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essential fatty acids function to hold oxygen in cell membranes where they act as a
barrier to foreign organisms - -true

the Mediterranean diet emphasizes - ✅✅-food rich in omega 3, whole grains, fresh
fruit an veggies, fish...

trans fatty acids are formed when - ✅✅-hydrogen is added to unsaturated fats
the secondary structure of proteins is determined by - ✅✅-weak electrical
attractions within the polypeptide chain

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essential amino acids are ones that can be synthesized by an organism and are
required to sustain life - -true

it is impossible to ingest toxic levels of vitamin c - ✅✅-false

amino acids are the following categories - ✅✅-all of the above (glycogenic,
ketogenic, some are both)

protein quality refers to - ✅✅-the usefulness of a dietary protein for growth and
maintenance of tissue

which of the following is an essential/indispensable amino acid - ✅✅-lysine

the glycemic index ranks food according to - ✅✅-how they affect blood sugar
levels

EER/BMI calculations - ✅✅-look up link

which mineral is the most abundant mineral in the human body - ✅✅-calcium
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a potential client says "I can't workout because my wife never wants to do anything
active" - -precontemplation

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"I want to lose at least 25 pounds before my daughter's wedding which is in 3 weeks"
which part of the SMART rule acronym is missing? - -relaistic

the process of ketosis is always associated with protein synthesis - ✅✅-true

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"I want to ask my coach about the effects of trans fats on my blood CHO" -
-action goal

a client's biggest breakthroughs usually come when - ✅✅-a client is able to

formulate their own answers

"I want to be able to walk 5 miles," which SMART goal is missing? - ✅✅-time frame
the benefits of telephone coaching includes? - ✅✅-low overhead, no need to
travel, international clients (all of the above)

chronic kidney disease is more common than diabetes - ✅✅-true

confidentiality is crucial when coaching takes place - ✅✅-confidentiality is
necessary in all types of coaching

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what questions can a coach ask to help jump-start the client's self-responsibility? -
-what does being a parent do to your healthy habits?

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for a busy executive who travels to different regional clients every week, which type
of coaching would be the most efficient? - -telephone coaching

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which of the following is NOT a key assumption the coach must make about the
client? - -the client will fail many times before succeeding

"I want to run 10 miles a week on my treadmill" is an example of - ✅✅-an action

goal

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a wellness coach should provide nutrition information as they feel is needed -
-false

one common phrase that can define the foundation of coaching is - ✅✅-where
there's a will, there's a way

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in the coaching relationship, the coach must accept responsibility for the client's
failure to change - -false

"I want to be happy with my body" is an example of - ✅✅-an outcome

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it is very effective to coach clients during a personal or athletic training session
because you can "kill two birds with one stone" - -false
a coach's role when a client relapses is - ✅✅ -help the client understand that the
client's plan failed--the client did not; explain we are all human and can't be perfect;
help client revisit successes and try again. ALL OF THE ABOVE

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when a client answers a coach's question, how should the coach normally respond -
-ask a how or what question
clarify what the client said
EITHER A OR B

coaching requires professionals to be - ✅✅-listeners

supporters
questioners
ALL OF THE ABOVE

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a client says "I just want to workout so I can like my body again" an accurate way for
the coach to rephrase and clarify what the client has said is - -am I hearing you
say that you don't like your body when you don't workout?

the coaching relationship will not be successful if the client is not - ✅✅-honest
committed
responsible
ALL OF THE ABOVE

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clients in the relapse/recycling stage should be referred to a psychologist -
-false

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a client who is in the preparation stage is ready to begin a nutrition and exercise
program - -false

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what limits should a coach set when a client is developing their ultimate vision for
wellness - -the coach must not set limits, it's the client's vision

the central focus of each coaching session is - ✅✅-the client's goals

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why is the environment important when trying to make healthy changes? -
-their environment can trigger unhealthy habits
if client feels out of control, they will return to unhealthy habits
BOTH A AND B

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what is an important, and often overlooked, part of the change process -
-praise

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in the hyper-competitive economy, any whiff of dishonesty can destroy a new
enterprise - -true
 ✅✅-co-creative
the key to the coaching relationship is that it is -

people make most of their decisions to change based on - ✅✅-emotion

all dietetics programs are clinical in nature - ✅✅-true

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a person who has more body fat around the waist than the hips has an increased
risk for heart disease - -true

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a master's degree in sport's nutrition does not confer the same legal benefits as a
registered dietician - -true

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the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, in a rebuttal letter to Michael Ellsberg's
article in Forbes Magazine, states that - -not a single dietetics licensure law
prohibits personal trainers from providing nutrition information

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state licensure laws that define the range of practice in nutrition include -
-licensure, statutory certification, and registration

most nutrition licensure laws are precisely written and easy to interpret - ✅✅-false
body mass index is defined as -✅✅-an indirect measure of body fat
a person who has a BMI of 29 is considered - ✅✅-overweight

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you determined the EER for a male is 3,016 kcal. His body fat is 12%. the body fat
adjusted EER is (formula on pg. 372) - -3,106 calories

BMI has several limitations - ✅✅-it overestimates body fat in athletes and
individuals with muscular build

essential body fat is defined as - ✅✅-the amount of body fat below which health
would be negatively affected

percent body fat can be measured using calipers - ✅✅-true

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you determined the EER for a female is 2,823 calories. her body fat is 32%. the body
fat adjusted EER is - -2,541 cal

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you determined the EER for a female is 2,560 calories. her body fat is 22%. the body
fat adjusted EER is - -2,560 cal
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you determined the EER for a male is 4,512 calories. his body fat is 18%. the body
fat adjusted EER is - -4.377 cals

a diet history is created when -✅✅-someone recalls what they ate in the past
adults should obtain 45-65% of their daily calories from - ✅✅-carbohydrates

when working with individual clients, an interview is important because - ✅✅-you

need to determine the stage of readiness or change, you need to describe your
program, you need to receive the payment
ALL OF THE ABOVE

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asking clients to sign a responsibility agreement is important because it -
-emphasizes that responsibility for success or failure rests with the client

upon realizing that a client has an eating disorder, your role includes - ✅✅ -refer
this client to a qualified, licensed professional that deals with eating disorders

at each follow up appointment with a client - ✅✅-discuss previous goals and

objectives

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group programs provide the added benefit of interactions with other individuals with
similar goals - -true

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globally, 43 million preschool children, under the age of 5, were overweight in 2010 -
-true

a child in the 5th percentile in in BMI for age range is considered obese - ✅✅-false
the EER for a 9 year old girl that is sedentary is - ✅✅-1,600 cals
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when creating a program for a 13 year old child, it is important to be sure the parents
are in the action stage - -true

the EER for an 8 year old boy who is sedentary is - ✅✅-1,400 cals
in the 1850s, William Banting lost weight on the first high protein diet - ✅✅-false
scale weight indicates the size of a person - ✅✅-true
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the USDA and FDA are responsible for labeling regulations of most foods and both
organizations have similar labeling laws - -true
diets -✅✅ -have been around for thousands of years and are based on
testimonials

made with whole grain is defined as - ✅✅-a specified amount of whole grain is not
required

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a "made with organic" label must contain at least 70% organic ingedients -
-true

the definitions of "net carbs" is -✅✅

-an unregulated term created by food
companies in order to manufacture their products as low carb

ubiquinol supplementation article - ✅✅ -clinical trial (double blind, placebo

controlled)
true, it is published in a peer review article
a conflict of interest exists bc the supplementation manufacturer funded the research
it is more likely to be true because of the large effects seen
the public should be skeptical of the product due to the small effects seen and
applicability to groups other than the study population

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when researching nutrition information on website, the following criteria should be
considered - -rely primarily on sites that are managed by a group of qualified
health professionals

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when research is well designed, duplicated, and safety issues have been answered,
the results can be extrapolated to all populations - -true

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the fact that the German scientists "enriched" a study product in order to bias the
results is unethical but not legal - -true

placebo effects refers to - ✅✅-the measurable, observable improvement in health

not attributed to treatment

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conflicts of interest in Biomedical Research Article - -67% had relationships
with industry
an association between industry sponsorship and results that favor industry
true
true

AASDN nutrition specialists can provide a variety of educational activities, but only

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when created by/reviewed by/ and/or in consultation with an AASDN licensed
dietician/nutritionist - -true
standard 5 of the AASDN scope of practice indicates that all nutrition specialists

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must refrain from recommending, suggesting, or selling nutritional supplements -
-true

how often are the dietary guidelines for America reviewed - ✅✅-5 years
what is the independent, not for profit organization with standards that are

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enforceable by the FDA that supplement manufacturers can voluntarily request to
have their products tested - -consumer lab

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the AASDN has developed a scope of practice for AASDN nutrition specialists. this
scope of practice can be applicable to all fitness/wellness professionals - -false

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soluble fibers are non-starch polysaccharides that dissolve in water to form a gel -
-true

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46 states have laws that regulate the profession of dietetics and nutrition which
restrict nutrition practice by non-licensed individuals - -true

which is not a water soluble vitamin - ✅✅-beta-carotene

micelles are - ✅✅-complexes of emulsified fat
non-hemme iron is the iron in foods that is not bound to proteins - ✅✅-true
nonnutritive sweeteners are sweeteners that - ✅✅-yield 4 calories per gram
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vegetarians are groups of people who exclude meat, poultry, fish, or other animal
products from their diet - -true

veins are - ✅✅-vessels that carry blood to the heart