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Sports 1

Total questions: 99

Worksheet time: 50mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is sports nutrition?

a)

A specialization within the nutrition field

b)

A type of exercise

c)

A general health practice

d)

A form of competition

2.

Sports nutrition requires knowledge of both nutrition and ______ science.

a)

exercise

b)

computer

c)

political

d)

social

3.

Sports nutrition goes beyond general health and wellness.

a)

True

b)

False

4.

Which of the following is NOT a part of sports nutrition?

a)

Providing energy for physical activity

b)

Providing nutrients for repair and recovery

c)

Designing dietary strategies

d)

Ignoring physical training

5.

What nutrient is used for repair and recovery in sports nutrition?

a)

Protein

b)

Carbohydrate

c)

Fat

d)

Vitamin

6.

Which of the following are two goals of sports nutrition?

a)

To enhance athletic performance and support recovery

b)

To increase body fat and reduce energy levels

c)

To promote dehydration and muscle loss

d)

To decrease metabolism and limit nutrient intake

7.

According to the diagram, health is influenced by genetics and _______.

a)

lifestyle

b)

weather

c)

technology

d)

education

8.

Why is sports nutrition considered a new and exciting area of study? Fill in the blank: Sports nutrition is considered a ______ and exciting area of study.

a)

new

b)

boring

c)

old

d)

dull

9.

Why is sports nutrition generating a lot of research interest? Fill in the blank: Sports nutrition is an area that is generating a lot of ______ interest.

a)

research

b)

culinary

c)

political

d)

fashion

10.

What is happening to job opportunities for those with sports nutrition backgrounds? Fill in the blank: Job opportunities are ______ for those with sports nutrition backgrounds.

a)

growing

b)

declining

c)

unchanged

d)

limited

11.

Why is sports nutrition a great adjunct to anyone involved in the fitness/exercise industry? Fill in the blank: Sports nutrition is a great adjunct to anyone involved in the ______/______ industry.

a)

fitness/exercise

b)

culinary/arts

c)

fashion/design

d)

music/entertainment

12.

What does RD/RDN stand for?

a)

Registered Doctor/Registered Doctor Nutritionist

b)

Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

c)

Registered Dentist/Registered Dentist Nutritionist

d)

Registered Developer/Registered Developer Nutritionist

13.

Approximately how many registered dietitians or registered dietitian nutritionists are there in the United States?

a)

9,000

b)

90,000

c)

900,000

d)

900

14.

Fill in the blank: RD/RDNs work in a variety of settings such as ________, universities, food service, consulting, and public health organizations.

a)

hospitals

b)

gyms

c)

libraries

d)

airports

15.

Fill in the blank: RD/RDNs work in a variety of settings such as hospitals, ________, food service, consulting, and public health organizations.

a)

universities

b)

gyms

c)

airports

d)

shopping malls

16.

Fill in the blank: RD/RDNs work in a variety of settings such as hospitals, universities, ________, consulting, and public health organizations.

a)

food service

b)

retail stores

c)

manufacturing plants

d)

law firms

17.

Fill in the blank: RD/RDNs work in a variety of settings such as hospitals, universities, food service, ________, and public health organizations.

a)

consulting

b)

retail stores

c)

manufacturing plants

d)

construction sites

18.

Fill in the blank: RD/RDNs work in a variety of settings such as hospitals, universities, food service, consulting, and ________.

a)

public health organizations

b)

retail stores

c)

manufacturing plants

d)

construction sites

e)

theme parks

19.

Which of the following is true about a Dietitian?

a)

Has a college degree

b)

College degree not necessary

c)

May not have any formal background in nutrition

d)

No formally recognized nutritional credential

20.

Which of the following is true about a Nutritionist?

a)

Has a college degree

b)

Has academic and clinical experience in nutrition

c)

College degree not necessary

d)

Credential = RD

21.

Fill in the blank: A Dietitian has academic and clinical experience in _______.

a)

nutrition

b)

engineering

c)

architecture

d)

law

22.

A Nutritionist may not have any formal background in nutrition.

a)

True

b)

False

23.

What is the credential for a Dietitian?

a)

RD

b)

No credential

c)

MD

d)

PhD

24.

A Nutritionist has a formally recognized nutritional credential.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

Is licensure necessary for Registered Dietitians (RDs)?

a)

Yes, in all states

b)

No, not in any state

c)

Depends on the state

d)

Only in Puerto Rico

26.

How many states and territories require licensure for Registered Dietitians (RDs)?

a)

50 states

b)

38 states and Puerto Rico

c)

25 states

d)

Only Puerto Rico

27.

Licensure for Registered Dietitians (RDs) regulates the use of professional titles.

a)

True

b)

False

28.

Licensure for Registered Dietitians (RDs) regulates who can practice.

a)

True

b)

False

29.

Licensure for Registered Dietitians (RDs) regulates the scope of practice.

a)

True

b)

False

30.

Can a non-RD give nutrition advice?

a)

Yes, if it is 'Public domain' info

b)

Yes, if it is specific 'nutritional counseling'

c)

Yes, if it is medical nutrition therapy

d)

No, never

31.

Fill in the blank: A non-RD can give nutrition advice if it is not specific ________.

a)

nutritional counseling

b)

medical treatment

c)

exercise routines

d)

dietary supplements

32.

A non-RD can give nutrition advice if it is not medical nutrition therapy.

a)

True

b)

False

33.

Non-RDs should refer to trained RDs or medical staff when athletes present with ________ and other medical conditions (diabetes, hypertension, etc.).

a)

eating disorders

b)

muscle cramps

c)

sprained ankles

d)

dehydration

34.

Non-RDs should refer to trained RDs or medical staff when interpretation of ________ or other information is needed.

a)

medical lab

b)

dietary supplements

c)

exercise routines

d)

nutritional guidelines

35.

Non-RDs should refer to trained RDs or medical staff when ________ assessments and care plans are needed.

a)

nutrition

b)

financial

c)

legal

d)

technical

36.

Instances in Which Non-RDs Should Refer to Trained RDs or Medical Staff: Fill in the blank. Non-RDs should refer to trained RDs or medical staff whenever nutritional issues are beyond ________.

a)

expertise

b)

interest

c)

availability

d)

preference

37.

What is one type of macronutrient? Fill in the blank: ____________

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Vitamin C

c)

Iron

d)

Water

38.

What is another type of macronutrient? Fill in the blank: ____________

a)

Proteins

b)

Vitamins

c)

Water

d)

Minerals

39.

Name a third type of macronutrient. Fill in the blank: ____________

a)

Fats

b)

Vitamins

c)

Minerals

d)

Water

40.

What is one type of micronutrient? Fill in the blank: ____________

a)

Vitamins

b)

Carbohydrates

c)

Fats

d)

Proteins

41.

What is another type of micronutrient? Fill in the blank: ____________

a)

Minerals

b)

Carbohydrates

c)

Fats

d)

Proteins

42.

Name the basic nutrient that is not a macronutrient or micronutrient. Fill in the blank: ____________

a)

Water

b)

Protein

c)

Vitamin

d)

Carbohydrate

43.

What are carbohydrates composed of?

a)

Proteins

b)

Sugars (i.e., glucose)

c)

Fats

d)

Vitamins

44.

Sugars are compounds made of which elements?

a)

Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen

b)

Nitrogen, oxygen, and hydrogen

c)

Carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur

d)

Oxygen, phosphorus, and carbon

45.

Carbohydrates provide the body with energy at a rate of ______ kcals/gram.

a)

4 kcals/gram

b)

7 kcals/gram

c)

9 kcals/gram

d)

2 kcals/gram

46.

Carbohydrates are found in many foods, mostly in ______, fruits, and vegetables.

a)

grains

b)

meat

c)

dairy

d)

oils

47.

What are proteins composed of?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Amino acids

c)

Fats

d)

Vitamins

48.

Which of the following are types of amino acids found in proteins?

a)

Essential and Nonessential

b)

Simple and Complex

c)

Saturated and Unsaturated

d)

Soluble and Insoluble

49.

Proteins are made of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and _______.

a)

nitrogen

b)

sulfur

c)

phosphorus

d)

calcium

50.

Proteins are involved in _______ and repair of body tissues.

a)

growth

b)

digestion

c)

respiration

d)

excretion

51.

Proteins provide some energy.

a)

True

b)

False

52.

Proteins are found in many foods, mostly dairy and various animal meats. Which of the following is NOT a common source of protein?

a)

Dairy

b)

Animal meats

c)

Nuts and seeds

d)

Sugary drinks

53.

What is the energy value of proteins per gram?

a)

2 kcal/gram

b)

4 kcal/gram

c)

9 kcal/gram

d)

7 kcal/gram

54.

What are fats also known as?

a)

Lipids

b)

Proteins

c)

Carbohydrates

d)

Vitamins

55.

Fats serve as a concentrated form of energy. How many kcals per gram do they provide?

a)

9 kcals/gram

b)

4 kcals/gram

c)

7 kcals/gram

d)

2 kcals/gram

56.

Which of the following body tissues do fats provide structure to?

a)

Nerves

b)

Bones

c)

Cell membranes

d)

Skin

57.

Fats are concentrated in which of the following foods?

a)

Butter

b)

Oils

c)

Meats

d)

Fruits

58.

Fill in the blank: Vitamins are __________.

a)

Micronutrients

b)

Macronutrients

c)

Carbohydrates

d)

Proteins

59.

Fill in the blank: Vitamins are composed of __________ and other elements.

a)

carbon

b)

hydrogen

c)

oxygen

d)

nitrogen

60.

Fill in the blank: Vitamins must be obtained from __________.

a)

diet

b)

sunlight

c)

exercise

d)

sleep

61.

Fill in the blank: Vitamins are essential to at least one __________.

a)

vital process

b)

color change

c)

musical note

d)

weather pattern

62.

Fill in the blank: Vitamins are found in nearly all foods, particularly __________ and __________.

a)

fruits and vegetables

b)

meat and grains

c)

dairy and oils

d)

nuts and seeds

63.

Which of the following vitamins are classified as water soluble?

a)

Vitamin A

b)

B vitamins

c)

Vitamin D

d)

Vitamin E

64.

Which of the following vitamins are classified as fat soluble?

a)

Vitamin C

b)

Vitamin B

c)

Vitamin K

d)

Vitamin C

65.

Fill in the blank: Vitamin C is classified as a ______ soluble vitamin.

a)

water

b)

fat

c)

oil

d)

protein

66.

Fill in the blank: Vitamin A is classified as a ______ soluble vitamin.

a)

fat

b)

water

c)

protein

d)

carbohydrate

67.

Fill in the blank: Vitamin D is classified as a ______ soluble vitamin.

a)

fat

b)

water

c)

protein

d)

carbohydrate

68.

Fill in the blank: B vitamins are classified as ______ soluble vitamins.

a)

water

b)

fat

c)

protein

d)

carbohydrate

69.

Fill in the blank: Minerals are ___________.

a)

Micronutrients

b)

Macronutrients

c)

Vitamins

d)

Carbohydrates

70.

Fill in the blank: Minerals are composed of elements other than ___________.

a)

carbon

b)

hydrogen

c)

oxygen

d)

nitrogen

71.

Fill in the blank: Minerals serve important ___________, ___________, and ___________ roles in the body.

a)

structural, electrical, chemical

b)

structural, digestive, hormonal

c)

protective, electrical, chemical

d)

structural, electrical, hormonal

72.

Which of the following statements is true about minerals?

a)

A) Minerals give us energy

b)

B) Minerals are micronutrients

c)

C) Minerals are composed only of carbon

d)

D) Minerals do not serve any role in the body

73.

According to the Mineral Classifications, is Calcium a major or minor mineral?

a)

Major

b)

Minor

74.

According to the Mineral Classifications, is Sodium a major or minor mineral?

a)

Major

b)

Minor

75.

According to the Mineral Classifications, is Potassium a major or minor mineral?

a)

Major

b)

Minor

76.

According to the Mineral Classifications, is Chloride a major or minor mineral?

a)

Major

b)

Minor

77.

According to the Mineral Classifications, is Iron a major or minor mineral?

a)

Major

b)

Minor

78.

According to the Mineral Classifications, is Zinc a major or minor mineral?

a)

Major

b)

Minor

79.

According to the Mineral Classifications, is Copper a major or minor mineral?

a)

Major

b)

Minor

80.

According to the Mineral Classifications, is Iodine a major or minor mineral?

a)

Major

b)

Minor

81.

Fill in the blank: Major minerals have requirements greater than ____ mg/day.

a)

100

b)

10

c)

500

d)

1000

82.

Fill in the blank: Minor minerals have requirements less than or equal to ____ mg/day.

a)

100

b)

500

c)

10

d)

1000

83.

What is the chemical formula for water?

a)

CO2

b)

H2O

c)

O2

d)

NaCl

84.

What percentage of body weight does water make up?

a)

10-20%

b)

30-40%

c)

55-60%

d)

80-90%

85.

Water is essential for life.

a)

True

b)

False

86.

Name one function of water in the body related to temperature.

a)

Temperature regulation

b)

Digestion

c)

Vision

d)

Blood clotting

87.

Name one function of water in the body related to movement of substances.

a)

Transport

b)

Insulation

c)

Energy storage

d)

Hormone production

88.

How does the body produce energy? Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are ________.

a)

metabolized

b)

absorbed

c)

excreted

d)

stored

89.

How does the body produce energy? What is released when carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are metabolized?

a)

Oxygen

b)

Energy

c)

Water

d)

Carbon dioxide

90.

How does the body produce energy? ________ is formed when energy is released from metabolized nutrients.

a)

Adenosine triphosphate (ATP)

b)

Glucose

c)

Lactic acid

d)

Hemoglobin

91.

How does the body produce energy? What is the 'direct' source of energy for muscle activity?

a)

Glucose

b)

ATP

c)

Protein

d)

Fat

92.

What does RDA stand for in nutrient intake values?

a)

Recommended Dietary Allowances

b)

Required Daily Amount

c)

Regular Dietary Assessment

d)

Recommended Daily Average

93.

In which year was the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) developed?

a)

1950

b)

1941

c)

1965

d)

1980

94.

Which organization developed the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA)?

a)

World Health Organization

b)

U.S. National Academy of Sciences

c)

Food and Drug Administration

d)

Centers for Disease Control

95.

Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) expand the RDA and include other quantities. Name one of these quantities.

a)

EAR, AI, or UL

b)

BMI, BMR, or TDEE

c)

RDI, GDA, or DRI

d)

FDA, USDA, or CDC

96.

What does UL stand for in nutrient intake values?

a)

Usual Limit

b)

Upper Level

c)

Tolerable Upper Intake Level

d)

Ultimate Limit

97.

What organization developed the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

a)

The US Dept. of HHS and the USDA.

b)

The American Heart Association.

c)

The World Health Organization.

d)

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

98.

What type of advice do the Dietary Guidelines for Americans provide?

a)

Science-based advice regarding dietary and physical activity habits that can promote health and reduce the risk of disease.

b)

Advice on how to cook traditional American dishes.

c)

Guidelines for choosing the best fast food restaurants.

d)

Recommendations for popular food trends and diets.

99.

Athletes can benefit from implementing the guidelines for health and performance.

a)

True

b)

False

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