NASM CNC EXAM WITH VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS LATEST UPDATED
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
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
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
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
ANSWERS LATEST UPDATED
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
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
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
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
