NASM CNC COMPREHENSIVE TEST
SCRIPT 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
SOLUTIONS 100% CORRECT.
◍ when it comes to client confidentiality, all personal information
should be kept in a locked/secure area. Ans: 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. Ans: 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. Ans: refer to a chiropractor
◍ common assessments performed by a CNC include height, weight,
body composition & what other test? Ans: anthropometric
measurements
◍ where might a CNC find reputable information on recent dietary
guidelines? Ans: government funded agencies
,◍ according to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is the
minimum number of positive answers which might indicate an eating
disorder? Ans: 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? Ans: refer her to a clinical psychiatrist
◍ which of the following can a CNC provide. Ans: 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? Ans: informally question her about common
eating disorder traits/habits
◍ which statement is within the scope of practice for a CNC? Ans:
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? Ans: refer to a certified eating
disorder specialist
,◍ where should client files be kept to ensure client confidentiality?
Ans: 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?
Ans: practical
◍ to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important
the content presented is perceived to be important and what other
quality? Ans: based on prior experience
◍ with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC to work?
Ans: 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? Ans: psychiatrist
◍ according to the scope of practice for a CNC, which is an example of
an appropriate resource for determining daily caloric intake? Ans:
dietary guidelines for americans
◍ which statement best describes the healthcare continuum? Ans: the
many disciplines that make up the healthcare system
, ◍ with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC.to work?
Ans: 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? Ans: 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? Ans: refer
her to a certified diabetes educator
◍ any research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for
which of the following? Ans: 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? Ans: 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? Ans: advise him to make an appointment with his
personal physician
SCRIPT 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
SOLUTIONS 100% CORRECT.
◍ when it comes to client confidentiality, all personal information
should be kept in a locked/secure area. Ans: 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. Ans: 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. Ans: refer to a chiropractor
◍ common assessments performed by a CNC include height, weight,
body composition & what other test? Ans: anthropometric
measurements
◍ where might a CNC find reputable information on recent dietary
guidelines? Ans: government funded agencies
,◍ according to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is the
minimum number of positive answers which might indicate an eating
disorder? Ans: 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? Ans: refer her to a clinical psychiatrist
◍ which of the following can a CNC provide. Ans: 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? Ans: informally question her about common
eating disorder traits/habits
◍ which statement is within the scope of practice for a CNC? Ans:
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? Ans: refer to a certified eating
disorder specialist
,◍ where should client files be kept to ensure client confidentiality?
Ans: 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?
Ans: practical
◍ to ensure the client is retaining any shared information, its important
the content presented is perceived to be important and what other
quality? Ans: based on prior experience
◍ with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC to work?
Ans: 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? Ans: psychiatrist
◍ according to the scope of practice for a CNC, which is an example of
an appropriate resource for determining daily caloric intake? Ans:
dietary guidelines for americans
◍ which statement best describes the healthcare continuum? Ans: the
many disciplines that make up the healthcare system
, ◍ with which client would it be most appropriate for the CNC.to work?
Ans: 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? Ans: 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? Ans: refer
her to a certified diabetes educator
◍ any research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for
which of the following? Ans: 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? Ans: 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? Ans: advise him to make an appointment with his
personal physician
