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What is subcutaneous fat?

  • The fat around the organs
  • The fat under the skin (correct)
  • The fat in bones
  • The fat in muscles

What is subcutaneous fat?

  • The fat in the muscles
  • The fat under the skin (correct)
  • The fat inside the body organs
  • The fat in the bones

What is the first type of fat people lose when they lose weight?

  • Brown fat
  • Intramuscular fat
  • Visceral fat
  • Subcutaneous fat (correct)

Which type of fat is lost first when people lose weight?

<p>Subcutaneous fat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which three areas are examined when assessing subcutaneous fat loss?

<p>Orbital region, triceps, and ribs/chest (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three areas examined when assessing subcutaneous fat loss?

<p>Orbital region, triceps, and ribs/chest (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some possible causes of swollen or puffy eyes?

<p>Fluid retention, heart failure, and renal failure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some possible causes of swollen or puffiness around the eye?

<p>Fluid retention, heart failure, renal failure, allergies, or steroid use (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you assess subcutaneous fat loss in the orbital region?

<p>Inspect for loss of bulge under the eye (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you assess subcutaneous fat loss in the orbital region?

<p>Inspect for loss of bulge under the eye (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you assess subcutaneous fat loss in the triceps?

<p>Pinch the fat between your fingers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you assess subcutaneous fat loss in the triceps?

<p>Pinch the fat between your fingers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you assess subcutaneous fat loss in the ribs/chest?

<p>Examine chest for visible ribs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you assess subcutaneous fat loss in the ribs/chest?

<p>Examine chest for visible ribs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ideal amount of subcutaneous fat?

<p>Ample (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of normal subcutaneous fat?

<p>Ample (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some characteristics of mild-moderate subcutaneous fat loss?

<p>Slightly dark circles and somewhat apparent ribs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is mild-moderate subcutaneous fat loss characterized by?

<p>Slightly dark circles or somewhat apparent ribs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some characteristics of severe subcutaneous fat loss?

<p>Pronounced hollow and depressed areas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is severe subcutaneous fat loss characterized by?

<p>Pronounced hollow (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a possible cause of swollen or puffiness around the eye?

<p>High blood pressure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a possible cause of swollen or puffy eyes?

<p>Excessive exercise (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which area is not examined when assessing subcutaneous fat loss?

<p>Abdomen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not an area examined when assessing subcutaneous fat loss?

<p>Abdomen (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

  • Subcutaneous fat is the fat under the skin.
  • When people lose weight, they first lose subcutaneous fat.
  • Three areas are examined when assessing subcutaneous fat loss: orbital region, triceps, and ribs/chest.
  • Swollen or puffiness around the eye may be caused by fluid retention, heart failure, renal failure, allergies, or steroid use.
  • To assess subcutaneous fat loss in the orbital region, inspect for loss of bulge under the eye.
  • To assess subcutaneous fat loss in the triceps, pinch the fat between your fingers.
  • To assess subcutaneous fat loss in the ribs/chest, examine chest for visible ribs and pinch above the iliac crest.
  • Normal subcutaneous fat should be ample.
  • Mild-moderate subcutaneous fat loss is characterized by slightly dark circles or somewhat apparent ribs.
  • Severe subcutaneous fat loss is characterized by pronounced hollow, depressed, dark circles, loose skin or prominent, well-defined ribs.

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"Test Your Knowledge on Subcutaneous Fat Loss Assessment" - Take this quiz to enhance your understanding of subcutaneous fat loss and its assessment. Learn about the three areas examined when assessing subcutaneous fat loss and the various causes of swollen or puffy eyes. Put your knowledge to the test and identify the characteristics of normal, mild-moderate, and severe subcutaneous fat loss. This quiz is ideal for anyone interested in health and fitness, especially those looking to lose weight and maintain

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