Author Question: Which age group is at risk for fluid and electrolyte imbalances resulting from fad dieting? A) ... (Read 98 times)

fahad · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which age group is at risk for fluid and electrolyte imbalances resulting from fad dieting?

A) Adolescents
B) Young adults
C) Middle-age adults
D) Older adults

Question 2

A student has joined the marching band at his high school. The band begins practicing outside in August. This student and other band members need to be instructed that:

A) this exercise will have a minimal effect on fluid and electrolytes.
B) the band members should drink large amounts of water.
C) endurance increases as time increases on the field with heat.
D) the hot weather will assist in building them up for the marching season.

welcom1000 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Feedback:
Fad diets or purging to lose weight can cause severe fluid and electrolyte imbalances.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
Caution children and adolescents against the potential dangers of excessive exercise without adequate fluid replacement, especially in hot weather, because muscle damage and fluid and electrolyte imbalances can occur.