NASM-CNC EXAM| LATEST 2026/2027 UPDATE] QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | GRADE A | 100% CORRECT
a CNC can provide clients non-medical nutrition information & behavior change ✔️true
every region requires that a nutrition coach work under the supervision of a registered dietitian ✔️false
the CNC can provide specific meal plans for clients ✔️false
the CNC can recommend specific supplements ✔️false
the CNC can offer advice on eating behaviors/macronutrients that are known to reduce risk of disease or slow disease progression ✔️true
a thorough assessment can help rule out any client who has issues beyond the scope of practice for the CNC ✔️true
the SCOFF questionnaire is a reliable assessment tool used to detect which of the following conditions? ✔️eating disorder
an unexplained surge in athletic performance is a reason for the CNC to refer their client to a registered dietitian ✔️false
a client who confides of suicidal thoughts should be referred to a psychologist ✔️true
it is appropriate for the CNC to recommend an over the counter antacid when a client complains about recent episodes of heart burn ✔️false
when it comes to client confidentiality, all personal information should be kept in a locked/secure area ✔️true
if the CNC intends to work as an employee in a private health club, its important to consult with an attorney & accountant to ensure proper
business practices ✔️true
when working with a client who has been complaining of low back pain that has been getting worse, what is the most appropriate
recommendation ✔️refer to a chiropractor
common assessments performed by a CNC include height, weight, body composition & what other test? ✔️anthropometric measurements
where might a CNC find reputable information on recent dietary guidelines? ✔️government funded agencies
according to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is the minimum number of positive answers which might indicate an eating disorder?
✔️2
a new client is 6 weeks post-partum. she states that she has very little energy & feels sadness most of the time. what is the most appropriate
course of action? ✔️refer her to a clinical psychiatrist
which of the following can a CNC provide ✔️nutritional advice & behavioral modification
a CNC has been working with an overweight client for 6 weeks. during the most recent weight-in, they discover she lost 27 lbs. what is the best
course of action? ✔️informally question her about common eating disorder traits/habits
which statement is within the scope of practice for a CNC? ✔️recommend the client discuss supplement usage & dosing with their pharmacist or
physician
a client confides that she is taking laxatives to help her lose weight. what is the best course of action? ✔️refer to a certified eating disorder
specialist
where should client files be kept to ensure client confidentiality? ✔️in a locked & secure location
to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important that the content presented is highly relevant and what other quality?
✔️practical
to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important the content presented is perceived to be important and what other
quality? ✔️based on prior experience
with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC to work? ✔️overweight client who wants to train for a 10k
a new client just moved into the area. she states she occasionally suffers from anxiety & panic attacks and needs to renew her prescription
medication. which professional should you refer? ✔️psychiatrist
, according to the scope of practice for a CNC, which is an example of an appropriate resource for determining daily caloric intake? ✔️dietary
guidelines for americans
which statement best describes the healthcare continuum? ✔️the many disciplines that make up the healthcare system
with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC.to work? ✔️clients with inconsistent weight loss and weight gain
one of the roles of a CNC is to help facilitate weight loss. which of the following would be most appropriate to recommend for the overweight
client? ✔️refer to a CPT for a resistance training program
a CNC is sitting down with a new client for her initial evaluation. she noted on her HHQ that she has diabetes and she has trouble keeping her
blood glucose controlled. what is the best course of action? ✔️refer her to a certified diabetes educator
any research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for which of the following? ✔️reliability and validity
it is not uncommon for clients to confide in the CNC. which client conversation would be grounds for a referral to a licensed healthcare
professional? ✔️daily panic attacks
during a regular meeting, a client is complaining of irregular gastrointestinal issues ranging from diarrhea to constipation. what is the best
course of action? ✔️advise him to make an appointment with his personal physician
identify the 3 components of evidence based practice ✔️weight of evidence, field observations, individual client needs/preferences
order the steps of the scientific method ✔️identify a problem, form a hypothesis, design a study/test method, collect data/synthesize/interpret,
discard unsupported hypothesis/continue testing
scientists identify what is most likely to be true by demonstrating what is not true ✔️true
a scientific theory is just a guess ✔️false
which of the following ranks highest in terms of quality ✔️randomized control trials (RCTs)
which of the following best describes an empirical scientific approach? ✔️controlled observation
which of the following represents a weakness of observational studies? ✔️correlation does not equal causation
which of the following best represents a weakness of interventional designs? ✔️small number of subjects
which of the following is the best source of information? ✔️peer reviewed scientific journals
scientific evidence is fixed and immutable ✔️false
the uncertainty of science is a strength, as nothing is ever 100% certain ✔️true
numerous studies, including genetic studies, RCTs on lipid lowering medications & observational studies point to LDL having a casual role in
heart disease. which term best describes the concept that LDL plays a casual role in heart disease? ✔️theory
which term describes the phenomena when a group doesn't represent the population a scientist is intending to study? ✔️selection bias
the behavioral risk factor surveillance system (BRFSS) involves collecting health-related information via telephone interview across the US.
which term best describes this research? ✔️survey
which term best describes formulation of a hypothesis, collecting data to test the hypothesis & changing/discarding the hypothesis when the
data does not support it? ✔️scientific method
studies show that diet A causes more weight loss than diet B. a client is able to better adhere to diet B. which item represents the best option
for this client? ✔️diet B
scientists take 5000 people & have them fill out a questionnaire on their dairy intake. they then compare cancer rates between people with
high & low intakes. what type of study is this? ✔️observational
which of the following represents a critical evaluation of a study by other scientists? ✔️peer review
a CNC can provide clients non-medical nutrition information & behavior change ✔️true
every region requires that a nutrition coach work under the supervision of a registered dietitian ✔️false
the CNC can provide specific meal plans for clients ✔️false
the CNC can recommend specific supplements ✔️false
the CNC can offer advice on eating behaviors/macronutrients that are known to reduce risk of disease or slow disease progression ✔️true
a thorough assessment can help rule out any client who has issues beyond the scope of practice for the CNC ✔️true
the SCOFF questionnaire is a reliable assessment tool used to detect which of the following conditions? ✔️eating disorder
an unexplained surge in athletic performance is a reason for the CNC to refer their client to a registered dietitian ✔️false
a client who confides of suicidal thoughts should be referred to a psychologist ✔️true
it is appropriate for the CNC to recommend an over the counter antacid when a client complains about recent episodes of heart burn ✔️false
when it comes to client confidentiality, all personal information should be kept in a locked/secure area ✔️true
if the CNC intends to work as an employee in a private health club, its important to consult with an attorney & accountant to ensure proper
business practices ✔️true
when working with a client who has been complaining of low back pain that has been getting worse, what is the most appropriate
recommendation ✔️refer to a chiropractor
common assessments performed by a CNC include height, weight, body composition & what other test? ✔️anthropometric measurements
where might a CNC find reputable information on recent dietary guidelines? ✔️government funded agencies
according to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is the minimum number of positive answers which might indicate an eating disorder?
✔️2
a new client is 6 weeks post-partum. she states that she has very little energy & feels sadness most of the time. what is the most appropriate
course of action? ✔️refer her to a clinical psychiatrist
which of the following can a CNC provide ✔️nutritional advice & behavioral modification
a CNC has been working with an overweight client for 6 weeks. during the most recent weight-in, they discover she lost 27 lbs. what is the best
course of action? ✔️informally question her about common eating disorder traits/habits
which statement is within the scope of practice for a CNC? ✔️recommend the client discuss supplement usage & dosing with their pharmacist or
physician
a client confides that she is taking laxatives to help her lose weight. what is the best course of action? ✔️refer to a certified eating disorder
specialist
where should client files be kept to ensure client confidentiality? ✔️in a locked & secure location
to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important that the content presented is highly relevant and what other quality?
✔️practical
to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important the content presented is perceived to be important and what other
quality? ✔️based on prior experience
with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC to work? ✔️overweight client who wants to train for a 10k
a new client just moved into the area. she states she occasionally suffers from anxiety & panic attacks and needs to renew her prescription
medication. which professional should you refer? ✔️psychiatrist
, according to the scope of practice for a CNC, which is an example of an appropriate resource for determining daily caloric intake? ✔️dietary
guidelines for americans
which statement best describes the healthcare continuum? ✔️the many disciplines that make up the healthcare system
with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC.to work? ✔️clients with inconsistent weight loss and weight gain
one of the roles of a CNC is to help facilitate weight loss. which of the following would be most appropriate to recommend for the overweight
client? ✔️refer to a CPT for a resistance training program
a CNC is sitting down with a new client for her initial evaluation. she noted on her HHQ that she has diabetes and she has trouble keeping her
blood glucose controlled. what is the best course of action? ✔️refer her to a certified diabetes educator
any research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for which of the following? ✔️reliability and validity
it is not uncommon for clients to confide in the CNC. which client conversation would be grounds for a referral to a licensed healthcare
professional? ✔️daily panic attacks
during a regular meeting, a client is complaining of irregular gastrointestinal issues ranging from diarrhea to constipation. what is the best
course of action? ✔️advise him to make an appointment with his personal physician
identify the 3 components of evidence based practice ✔️weight of evidence, field observations, individual client needs/preferences
order the steps of the scientific method ✔️identify a problem, form a hypothesis, design a study/test method, collect data/synthesize/interpret,
discard unsupported hypothesis/continue testing
scientists identify what is most likely to be true by demonstrating what is not true ✔️true
a scientific theory is just a guess ✔️false
which of the following ranks highest in terms of quality ✔️randomized control trials (RCTs)
which of the following best describes an empirical scientific approach? ✔️controlled observation
which of the following represents a weakness of observational studies? ✔️correlation does not equal causation
which of the following best represents a weakness of interventional designs? ✔️small number of subjects
which of the following is the best source of information? ✔️peer reviewed scientific journals
scientific evidence is fixed and immutable ✔️false
the uncertainty of science is a strength, as nothing is ever 100% certain ✔️true
numerous studies, including genetic studies, RCTs on lipid lowering medications & observational studies point to LDL having a casual role in
heart disease. which term best describes the concept that LDL plays a casual role in heart disease? ✔️theory
which term describes the phenomena when a group doesn't represent the population a scientist is intending to study? ✔️selection bias
the behavioral risk factor surveillance system (BRFSS) involves collecting health-related information via telephone interview across the US.
which term best describes this research? ✔️survey
which term best describes formulation of a hypothesis, collecting data to test the hypothesis & changing/discarding the hypothesis when the
data does not support it? ✔️scientific method
studies show that diet A causes more weight loss than diet B. a client is able to better adhere to diet B. which item represents the best option
for this client? ✔️diet B
scientists take 5000 people & have them fill out a questionnaire on their dairy intake. they then compare cancer rates between people with
high & low intakes. what type of study is this? ✔️observational
which of the following represents a critical evaluation of a study by other scientists? ✔️peer review
