48 Questions
Which of the following laboratory tests should be conducted by a GP to screen for diabetes?
Fasting BGL and OGTT
According to ACSM, is routine exercise testing necessary for the overweight and obese population?
No, it is not necessary
Which mode of exercise is preferred for testing in obese individuals?
Walking
Which of the following is recommended as an initial weight loss goal according to international guidelines?
A 10% weight loss within 4-6 months
What is the lowest calorie level for weight maintenance, even for those at bed rest?
1,200 kcal daily
What is the typical amount of weight loss per week that can be achieved with appropriate diets?
0.5 kg
What is the recommended amount of exercise required for weight gain prevention?
150 - 200 minutes/week
Which of the following factors should be considered to prevent excessive fatigue or muscle soreness?
Altering exercise mode between sessions
What is the recommended exercise intensity for individuals who have never exercised previously?
50-60% HRR
How should exercise duration be increased for individuals with little or no previous recent exercise history?
Break exercise time into shorter sessions
Which muscle groups should be involved in resistance exercises for obese individuals?
Chest, shoulders, upper and lower back
Which of the following is considered the second leading cause of preventable death in the United States and may overtake tobacco abuse within the next decade?
Obesity and sedentary lifestyle
What is the per capita spending difference between an obese individual and someone of normal body weight in Australia?
$830
Which of the following is an acceptable clinical measure of overweight and obesity?
Body Mass Index (BMI)
Which method is NOT listed as a possible barrier for the assessment of body composition?
Cost
What is the waist circumference threshold for increased health risk in men?
94cm
What is the best practical predictor of visceral fat according to the text?
Sagittal diameter
What is the main cause of obesity according to the text?
Increased calorie intake
Which of the following is a genetic cause of obesity?
Prader-Willi syndrome
What is the effect of increasing age on growth hormone and gonadal hormone secretion?
It decreases secretion
What is the set-point theory in relation to weight loss and gain?
Weight loss decreases energy expenditure
Which hormone is dramatically reduced after gastric bypass weight loss surgery?
Ghrelin
Which of the following factors should be considered when evaluating an obese patient for weight loss?
History of obesity
What is one of the major barriers to treating obesity?
Silent comorbidities
Which medical condition is NOT listed as a potential cause of obesity?
Hypertension
What should be the initial step in the clinical evaluation of an obese patient?
Assessing barriers to weight loss
Which of the following laboratory tests should be conducted by a GP to screen for nonalcoholic fatty liver and renal disease?
Comprehensive chemistry profiles
When is ECG testing necessary for overweight and obese individuals?
To evaluate specific cardiovascular problems such as elevated blood pressure and palpitations
Which mode of exercise is NOT practical for testing in obese individuals?
Walking
Which of the following is the recommended initial weight loss goal according to international guidelines?
10%
What is the lowest calorie level for weight maintenance, even for those at bed rest?
1,200 kcal daily
Which of the following diets has been favored by patients due to greater weight losses and better satiety?
High-protein diets
What is the recommended amount of exercise required for weight loss maintenance?
60 - 90 minutes/week
Which of the following is a recommended intensity range for resistance exercise in obese individuals?
60-80% of 1RM
What is the recommended duration of exercise for individuals with little or no previous recent exercise history?
20-30 minutes per day
Which mode of exercise is best for achieving caloric expenditure in overweight or obese individuals?
Aerobic-based training
What is the recommended range of motion exercise for obese patients?
Normal flexibility routines
Which of the following laboratory tests should be conducted by a GP to screen for nonalcoholic fatty liver and renal disease?
Liver function tests (LFTs)
What is the recommended duration of exercise for individuals with little or no previous recent exercise history?
60 minutes
Which hormone is dramatically reduced after gastric bypass weight loss surgery?
Ghrelin
Which of the following is the recommended intensity range for aerobic exercise in obese individuals?
50-60% HRR
What is the recommended duration of exercise for individuals with little or no previous recent exercise history?
20-30 minutes/day
Which of the following is NOT a major muscle group involved in resistance exercises for obese individuals?
Arms
What is the recommended range of motion exercise for obese patients?
Normal range of motion exercise is recommended
Which of the following is the recommended initial weight loss goal according to international guidelines?
10%
What is the lowest calorie level for weight maintenance, even for those at bed rest?
1200 kcal daily
Which of the following diets has been favored by patients due to greater weight losses and better satiety?
Low-carbohydrate diets
What is the typical amount of weight loss per week that can be achieved with appropriate diets?
0.5kg
Test your knowledge on diagnostic testing for metabolic and renal conditions related to overweight and obesity. Learn about the laboratory tests conducted by a GP to screen for diabetes, lipid profile, and hypothyroidism. Explore comprehensive chemistry profiles and their role in non-specific screening.
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