NASM CNC Exam Questions and Answers
1. A CNC can provide clients non-medical nutrition information &
behavior change: true
2. every region requires that a nutrition coach work under the
supervision of a registered dietitian: false
3. the CNC can provide specific meal plans for clients: false
4. the CNC can recommend specific supplements: false
5. the CNC can offer advice on eating behaviors/macronutrients that
are known to reduce risk of disease or slow disease progression: true
6. a thorough assessment can help rule out any client who has
issues beyond the scope of practice for the CNC: true
7. the SCOFF questionnaire is a reliable assessment tool used to
detect which of the following conditions?: eating disorder
8. an unexplained surge in athletic performance is a reason for the
CNC to refer their client to a registered dietitian: false
,9. a client who confides of suicidal thoughts should be referred to a
psycholo- gist: true
10. it is appropriate for the CNC to recommend an over the counter
antacid when a client complains about recent episodes of heart burn:
false
11. when it comes to client confidentiality, all personal
information should be kept in a locked/secure area: true
12. 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
13. 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
14. common assessments performed by a CNC include height,
weight, body composition & what other test?: anthropometric
measurements
15. where might a CNC find reputable information on recent dietary
guidelines?-
: government funded agencies
,16. according to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is
the minimum number of positive answers which might indicate an
eating disorder?: 2
17. 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
18. which of the following can a CNC provide: nutritional advice & behavioral
modification
19. 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
20. which statement is within the scope of practice for a CNC?:
recommend the client discuss supplement usage & dosing with their pharmacist or physician
21. 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
, 22. where should client files be kept to ensure client
confidentiality?: in a locked & secure location
23. to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its
important that the content presented is highly relevant and what
other quality?: practical
24. 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
25. with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC to
work?: overweight client who wants to train for a 10k
26. 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
27. according to the scope of practice for a CNC, which is an
example of an ap- propriate resource for determining daily caloric intake?:
dietary guidelines for americans
28. which statement best describes the healthcare continuum?: the
many disciplines that make up the healthcare system
29. with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC.to
work?: clients with inconsistent weight loss and weight gain
30. one of the roles of a CNC is to help facilitate weight loss. which
of the follow- ing would be most appropriate to recommend for the
overweight client?: refer to a CPT for a resistance training program
1. A CNC can provide clients non-medical nutrition information &
behavior change: true
2. every region requires that a nutrition coach work under the
supervision of a registered dietitian: false
3. the CNC can provide specific meal plans for clients: false
4. the CNC can recommend specific supplements: false
5. the CNC can offer advice on eating behaviors/macronutrients that
are known to reduce risk of disease or slow disease progression: true
6. a thorough assessment can help rule out any client who has
issues beyond the scope of practice for the CNC: true
7. the SCOFF questionnaire is a reliable assessment tool used to
detect which of the following conditions?: eating disorder
8. an unexplained surge in athletic performance is a reason for the
CNC to refer their client to a registered dietitian: false
,9. a client who confides of suicidal thoughts should be referred to a
psycholo- gist: true
10. it is appropriate for the CNC to recommend an over the counter
antacid when a client complains about recent episodes of heart burn:
false
11. when it comes to client confidentiality, all personal
information should be kept in a locked/secure area: true
12. 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
13. 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
14. common assessments performed by a CNC include height,
weight, body composition & what other test?: anthropometric
measurements
15. where might a CNC find reputable information on recent dietary
guidelines?-
: government funded agencies
,16. according to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is
the minimum number of positive answers which might indicate an
eating disorder?: 2
17. 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
18. which of the following can a CNC provide: nutritional advice & behavioral
modification
19. 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
20. which statement is within the scope of practice for a CNC?:
recommend the client discuss supplement usage & dosing with their pharmacist or physician
21. 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
, 22. where should client files be kept to ensure client
confidentiality?: in a locked & secure location
23. to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its
important that the content presented is highly relevant and what
other quality?: practical
24. 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
25. with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC to
work?: overweight client who wants to train for a 10k
26. 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
27. according to the scope of practice for a CNC, which is an
example of an ap- propriate resource for determining daily caloric intake?:
dietary guidelines for americans
28. which statement best describes the healthcare continuum?: the
many disciplines that make up the healthcare system
29. with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC.to
work?: clients with inconsistent weight loss and weight gain
30. one of the roles of a CNC is to help facilitate weight loss. which
of the follow- ing would be most appropriate to recommend for the
overweight client?: refer to a CPT for a resistance training program
