Diagnostic Testing for Metabolic and Renal Conditions
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Which of the following laboratory tests should be conducted by a GP to screen for diabetes?

  • OGTT only
  • Random BGL
  • Fasting BGL and OGTT (correct)
  • Fasting BGL only

    • According to ACSM, is routine exercise testing necessary for the overweight and obese population?

  • No, it is not necessary (correct)
  • It depends on the individual
  • Only for those with cardiovascular problems
  • Yes, it is necessary

    • Which mode of exercise is preferred for testing in obese individuals?

  • Swimming
  • Cycling
  • Running
  • Walking (correct)

    • Which of the following is recommended as an initial weight loss goal according to international guidelines?

    <p>A 10% weight loss within 4-6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lowest calorie level for weight maintenance, even for those at bed rest?

    <p>1,200 kcal daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical amount of weight loss per week that can be achieved with appropriate diets?

    <p>0.5 kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended amount of exercise required for weight gain prevention?

    <p>150 - 200 minutes/week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors should be considered to prevent excessive fatigue or muscle soreness?

    <p>Altering exercise mode between sessions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended exercise intensity for individuals who have never exercised previously?

    <p>50-60% HRR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should exercise duration be increased for individuals with little or no previous recent exercise history?

    <p>Break exercise time into shorter sessions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle groups should be involved in resistance exercises for obese individuals?

    <p>Chest, shoulders, upper and lower back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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?

    <p>Obesity and sedentary lifestyle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the per capita spending difference between an obese individual and someone of normal body weight in Australia?

    <p>$830</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an acceptable clinical measure of overweight and obesity?

    <p>Body Mass Index (BMI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is NOT listed as a possible barrier for the assessment of body composition?

    <p>Cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the waist circumference threshold for increased health risk in men?

    <p>94cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best practical predictor of visceral fat according to the text?

    <p>Sagittal diameter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of obesity according to the text?

    <p>Increased calorie intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a genetic cause of obesity?

    <p>Prader-Willi syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of increasing age on growth hormone and gonadal hormone secretion?

    <p>It decreases secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the set-point theory in relation to weight loss and gain?

    <p>Weight loss decreases energy expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is dramatically reduced after gastric bypass weight loss surgery?

    <p>Ghrelin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors should be considered when evaluating an obese patient for weight loss?

    <p>History of obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the major barriers to treating obesity?

    <p>Silent comorbidities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medical condition is NOT listed as a potential cause of obesity?

    <p>Hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be the initial step in the clinical evaluation of an obese patient?

    <p>Assessing barriers to weight loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following laboratory tests should be conducted by a GP to screen for nonalcoholic fatty liver and renal disease?

    <p>Comprehensive chemistry profiles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is ECG testing necessary for overweight and obese individuals?

    <p>To evaluate specific cardiovascular problems such as elevated blood pressure and palpitations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mode of exercise is NOT practical for testing in obese individuals?

    <p>Walking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the recommended initial weight loss goal according to international guidelines?

    <p>10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lowest calorie level for weight maintenance, even for those at bed rest?

    <p>1,200 kcal daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following diets has been favored by patients due to greater weight losses and better satiety?

    <p>High-protein diets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended amount of exercise required for weight loss maintenance?

    <p>60 - 90 minutes/week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a recommended intensity range for resistance exercise in obese individuals?

    <p>60-80% of 1RM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration of exercise for individuals with little or no previous recent exercise history?

    <p>20-30 minutes per day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mode of exercise is best for achieving caloric expenditure in overweight or obese individuals?

    <p>Aerobic-based training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended range of motion exercise for obese patients?

    <p>Normal flexibility routines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following laboratory tests should be conducted by a GP to screen for nonalcoholic fatty liver and renal disease?

    <p>Liver function tests (LFTs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration of exercise for individuals with little or no previous recent exercise history?

    <p>60 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is dramatically reduced after gastric bypass weight loss surgery?

    <p>Ghrelin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the recommended intensity range for aerobic exercise in obese individuals?

    <p>50-60% HRR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration of exercise for individuals with little or no previous recent exercise history?

    <p>20-30 minutes/day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a major muscle group involved in resistance exercises for obese individuals?

    <p>Arms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended range of motion exercise for obese patients?

    <p>Normal range of motion exercise is recommended</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the recommended initial weight loss goal according to international guidelines?

    <p>10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lowest calorie level for weight maintenance, even for those at bed rest?

    <p>1200 kcal daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following diets has been favored by patients due to greater weight losses and better satiety?

    <p>Low-carbohydrate diets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical amount of weight loss per week that can be achieved with appropriate diets?

    <p>0.5kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

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