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APK 6167 Midterm - Module Quizzes
EXAMS WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
2026/2027 STUDY SET
Consuming the right number of calories to sustain performance and enhance recovery is vital to an athlete's success. Not only does proper eating help with athletes, but it helps everyday people live their lives. When comparing dietary reference intakes, which method is the least accurate at describing what one must consume? Adequate Intake The DRI and the RDA for a vitamin or mineral are essentially the same value. False If you are not a licensed or registered dietitian/nutritionist, you cannot provide nutrition education to athletes. False How often are the Dietary Guidelines for Americans revised and published? Every 5 Years What does %DV stand for on food labels? Percent Daily Value Which of the following is the most energy dense of the macronutrients? Fat Which monosaccharide is absorbed at the slowest rate due to its use of facilitated diffusion? Fructose Sodium, calcium, and potassium are classified as major minerals. True
Compared to basal metabolic rate, resting metabolic rate is much easier to measure. True Parker is eating an apple, which contains simple sugars. Once the sugars reach the intestinal wall, they are ready for absorption. If the simple sugars must be moved against a concentration gradient, then what is known about the mechanism for absorption? Active Transport All non-nutritive sweeteners contain zero calories and all are sweeter tasting than sucrose. False Because of its sweetness and rapid absorption by the gastrointestinal tract, fructose is the best type of carbohydrate to consume during prolonged exercise. False Oats, barley, and legumes are good sources of which type of fiber? Soluble Fiber The Acceptable Daily Intake of an artificial sweetener should never be exceeded because adverse effects will occur. False According to the ISSN position stand on coffee and athletic performance, coffee may impact which of the following systems in the body? All of these (metabolic, neuromuscular, and endocrine) Which of the following is true about carbohydrates? They are the main source of fuel for the body Carbohydrate loading is a dietary practice that should be started 12 hours prior to competition. False, carbohydrate loading should be started 1-6 days prior to competition Carbohydrate-rich sports drinks should not be given to athletes during endurance sport participation because blood glucose levels are not increased. False How many carbohydrates should be consumed during exercise?
When should athletes consume a high-fat diet (approximately 60% to 70% of total calories)? Athletes should avoid consuming high-fat diets Which of the following is a correct pairing of a fat substitute and its macronutrient(s) derivative? Olean - carbohydrate and fat Which of the following is NOT a potential fate of glucose that enters a muscle cell via facilitated diffusion? Converted to fructose Which of the following statements best defines "starch"? It is a type of polysaccharide found in the cells of plants. Glycogen is a type of complex carbohydrate. True Which of the following amino acids could be the limiting amino acid in an incomplete protein source based on the definition of "limiting amino acid"? Isoleucine When consumed together, grains and legumes are good complementing protein sources. True A polypeptide has how many amino acids? More than 10 According to the ISSN position stand on essential amino acids (EAA's), what is the minimal dose of EAA's that will stimulate muscle protein synthesis at rest? 1.5-3g Which of the following statements BEST represents nutrient timing recommendations regarding protein? Consume 0.25g/kg bolus of protein every 3-4 hours throughout the day Which of the following is considered a complete protein? Soy
Jill is a 115-pound marathoner who is training hard for her next race. She is concerned about her protein intake and has come to you for help. Which of the following would be a prudent recommendation regarding protein intake? Jill should try to consume at least 62grams of protein per day What type of bond is formed between the amino acids of proteins? Peptide Jack is a 220-pound high school shot-putter who reports that he is consuming 350 grams of protein a day. Which of the following statements is true? Jack is consuming more than the recommended amount of protein for athletes The amino acid tyrosine can be created in the body so long as adequate phenylalanine is consumed in the diet. Therefore, tyrosine is known as which of the following? Conditionally essential amino acid If a product is labeled "sodium-free," the item contains less than: 5 mg of sodium per serving To help accelerate recovery, how much carbohydrate should be consumed in the 4 hours immediately after exercise? Approximately 1.0-1.2 grams per kg of bodyweight every hour The three categories of lipids are: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and sterols Which of the following is cholesterol free? Soy Riboflavin is also commonly known as vitamin B3. False, riboflavin is commonly referred to as B Toxic buildup of fat-soluble vitamins rarely occurs from the consumption of whole foods. True Carotenoids are classified as vitamins. False Which of the following conditions may develop if sodium losses exceed intake during ultra-endurance activities, causing blood sodium levels to drop?
An athlete is prescribed 3500 kcals for the day and wants to keep their fat intake at 25% of their total calories. Which of the following meals contains the correct best fat intake to stay within their desired goal, while maintaining RDA for fat intake? 38g polyunsaturated fats; 57g monounsaturated fats; 3g saturated fats Consider an athlete who consumed 4g of alpha-linolenic acid today as part of 3000 total calories. Did this athlete meet the recommendation for % of calories coming from alpha-linolenic acid? Yes, the recommended amount of total calories from alpha-linolenic acid is 0.6-1.2% Which of the following elements is found within the molecular structure of amino acids? Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen Hydrolyzed proteins are digested and absorbed more slowly than whole food sources of protein and should be avoided by athletes. False, hydrolyzed proteins are digested and absorbed more quickly than whole food sources and do not need to be avoided by atheletes Which electrolyte is most important to replenish during rehydration? Sodium Which of the following is not a corrective action for heat cramps? Seek shade and cease activity Optimal hydration should stimulate urination approximately every: 1 to 2 hours Why is the risk of dehydration higher when training at altitudes over 1.6km? Both of these; the air is dryer and the air has less oxygen so breathing rate increases Water intake is not required to maintain hydration levels when exercising in cold climates, because sweat levels are low. False The body can be adequately cooled by sweat even if the sweat is not exposed to air and is prevented from evaporating. False, sweat must evaporate from the skin in order for the body to get a cooling effect Which of the following is true regarding postexercise hydration?
Athletes should consume 2 cups of fluid for every pound that is lost during exercise Athletes choose one water source over another mostly based on which of the following? Taste due to the type of minerals dissolved in water Which of the following can be sources of water for athletes needing to replenish fluid losses? All of these are correct; Coffee, tea, fruits and vegetables What causes the cardiac drift seen in a dehydrated athlete? Decreased blood volume In order to carbohydrate load most effectively, it appears that women need to: Increase total calorie intake Which of the following best describes "complementing proteins"? Protein sources that when mixed together supply all of the essential amino acids
