NCSF SNS PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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Which vitamin is considered most important for bone health?
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D
Vitamin D is integral to calcium absorption and bone formation. It is also
involved in neuromuscular and immune function.
Iron
Due to challenges associated with absorption of plant sources of iron,
vegetarians run an increased risk for iron-deficiency anemia. Zinc and Vitamin
B12 are also common risks for vegetarians.
, Selenium
Selenium is a trace mineral that aids the body in forming antioxidant enzymes
that help prevent cell damage.
Ascorbic acid
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a strong antioxidant as are the fat-soluble vitamins A
and E.
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Definition
Endurance sports
Short-burst activities common of track, American football and
baseball all can experience improvements with the increased
storage of creatine in muscle cells. Endurance sports such as
distance running and cycling use glycogen and lipids to support
exercise metabolism - explaining why supplementation is not
consistently positive.
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Creatine has demonstrated
What negative effect does
effectiveness in all of the
dehydration have on the
following sports' training
cardiovascular system?
regimes except:
, Trans fat is the worst dietary fat and The quantity of fiber would have to
should be limited to less than exceed 5g in a single serving for a
_ ___ % of the daily diet. manufacturer to advertise it as:
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How is dehydration defined during an event to predict
performance?
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Tester, competency, it cannot measure visceral fat, equation used must match the
population assessed
Skinfold assessment accuracy can be compromised by high levels of visceral fat
storage as it only measures select subcutaneous sites. Common errors with
skinfold also include tester inexperience and the equation selected for body
density.
By fluid as a percentage of total body mass using weight
Failure to consume fluids during exertional exercise and dark urine are at-
risk indicators of dehydration. To define dehydration levels associated with
exertion, the value is expressed as a percentage of weight loss compared
to a euhydrated state. It is generally defined as a loss of body fluid >1% total
body mass. At 2% loss, performance is negatively affected, and at 5% the
risk for heat illness is high.
, Environment
Young and old age are relevant factors to a hydration plan as children have
difficulty controlling their temperature compared to adults, and the elderly tend
to be dehydrated due to changing signaling mechanisms. The environment has
the largest implication as even an experienced athlete can get dehydrated and
overheat in hot conditions during exertional play. Sex does not impact a
Byudffreartinogn apgl ae n ta s females and males should be treated similarly.
h
Plasma bicarbonate is an alkalizing agent that buffers hydrogen ions (H+) in the
blood; inhibiting acidosis onset and fatigue. This allows for higher-intensity
endurance activities.
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What has the greatest impact on one's resting metabolic rate?
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Loss of the menstrual cycle
Females that drop to essential levels of body fat can experience oligomenorrhea
or amenorrhea due to hormone imbalance. Males often experience decreased
thermoregulatory control and reduced fat pads at joints.
Caloric restriction
Caloric restriction consistently associates with weight loss regardless of changes
in metabolism. Reducing calories actually reduces metabolism while increased
meal frequency does not equate to weight loss without tangible caloric
restriction.
Correct
Incorrect
1 of 100
Term
Which vitamin is considered most important for bone health?
Give this one a try later!
D
Vitamin D is integral to calcium absorption and bone formation. It is also
involved in neuromuscular and immune function.
Iron
Due to challenges associated with absorption of plant sources of iron,
vegetarians run an increased risk for iron-deficiency anemia. Zinc and Vitamin
B12 are also common risks for vegetarians.
, Selenium
Selenium is a trace mineral that aids the body in forming antioxidant enzymes
that help prevent cell damage.
Ascorbic acid
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a strong antioxidant as are the fat-soluble vitamins A
and E.
Don't know?
2 of 100
Definition
Endurance sports
Short-burst activities common of track, American football and
baseball all can experience improvements with the increased
storage of creatine in muscle cells. Endurance sports such as
distance running and cycling use glycogen and lipids to support
exercise metabolism - explaining why supplementation is not
consistently positive.
Give this one a try later!
Creatine has demonstrated
What negative effect does
effectiveness in all of the
dehydration have on the
following sports' training
cardiovascular system?
regimes except:
, Trans fat is the worst dietary fat and The quantity of fiber would have to
should be limited to less than exceed 5g in a single serving for a
_ ___ % of the daily diet. manufacturer to advertise it as:
Don't know?
3 of 100
Term
How is dehydration defined during an event to predict
performance?
Give this one a try later!
Tester, competency, it cannot measure visceral fat, equation used must match the
population assessed
Skinfold assessment accuracy can be compromised by high levels of visceral fat
storage as it only measures select subcutaneous sites. Common errors with
skinfold also include tester inexperience and the equation selected for body
density.
By fluid as a percentage of total body mass using weight
Failure to consume fluids during exertional exercise and dark urine are at-
risk indicators of dehydration. To define dehydration levels associated with
exertion, the value is expressed as a percentage of weight loss compared
to a euhydrated state. It is generally defined as a loss of body fluid >1% total
body mass. At 2% loss, performance is negatively affected, and at 5% the
risk for heat illness is high.
, Environment
Young and old age are relevant factors to a hydration plan as children have
difficulty controlling their temperature compared to adults, and the elderly tend
to be dehydrated due to changing signaling mechanisms. The environment has
the largest implication as even an experienced athlete can get dehydrated and
overheat in hot conditions during exertional play. Sex does not impact a
Byudffreartinogn apgl ae n ta s females and males should be treated similarly.
h
Plasma bicarbonate is an alkalizing agent that buffers hydrogen ions (H+) in the
blood; inhibiting acidosis onset and fatigue. This allows for higher-intensity
endurance activities.
Don't know?
4 of 100
Term
What has the greatest impact on one's resting metabolic rate?
Give this one a try later!
Loss of the menstrual cycle
Females that drop to essential levels of body fat can experience oligomenorrhea
or amenorrhea due to hormone imbalance. Males often experience decreased
thermoregulatory control and reduced fat pads at joints.
Caloric restriction
Caloric restriction consistently associates with weight loss regardless of changes
in metabolism. Reducing calories actually reduces metabolism while increased
meal frequency does not equate to weight loss without tangible caloric
restriction.
