Maintaining a Healthy Body Composition and Body Image Answers

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Teens may look up to athletes and want to emulate or copy them. Which physical attributes may cause some teens to establish a negative body image? Check all that apply.

A
endurance
B
broad chest
C
petite body composition
D
competitive spirit
E
thin waist
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Corey is trying to figure out what his appropriate body composition is to compete in his weight bracket. Which characteristics should he take into account? Check all that apply.

A
amount of water he drinks
B
his frame size
C
his muscle-to-fat ratio
D
amount of body hair
E
his height
4

Corey is attempting to drop his weight for an upcoming event. He decides to turn to some of the drastic behaviors he has heard discussed in the locker room to try to make weight. What steps might Corey take that can be characteristic of bulimia nervosa? Choose all that apply.increasing protein in his dietexercising excessivelyself-inducing vomitingtaking a large amount of laxativestaking performance enhancing supplements

A
increasing protein in his diet
B
exercising excessively
C
self-inducing vomiting
D
taking a large amount of laxatives
E
taking performance enhancing supplements
5

Which statements from the ad should indicate to Corey that "Slimify" is not a legitimate weight-loss solution? Check all that apply.

A
“the new product guaranteed to help you lose weight fast”
B
“you don’t have to change your diet or exercise to see results”
C
“Slimify is recommended by dozens of doctors and weight-loss professionals”
D
“if your weight loss seems too dramatic, just cut back to two capsules every other day”
E
“you don’t need a prescription”
F
“get a free 14-day sample”
6

What is the best action Corey’s friends take to address their concern?

A
Take no action and trust that someone else will handle the problem.
B
Tell Corey he needs to figure out if his body image or friends are more important.
C
Share their concerns with Corey and encourage him to talk to a trusted adult.
D
To avoid being influenced by Corey’s behavior, avoid any contact with him.
7

If Corey continues purging and over-exercising, he will increase his chances for long-term physical damage. Which problems could Corey face? Check all that apply.abnormal bowel functioningdecreased risk of anxietydehydrationseizurefatiguestrong heartbeat

A
abnormal bowel functioning
B
decreased risk of anxiety
C
dehydration
D
seizure
E
fatigue
F
strong heartbeat
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What steps should Corey take to become healthy? Check all that apply.

A
Attend group meetings.
B
Tell his parents he is fine.
C
Ask for support.
D
Watch fitness shows on TV.
E
Assemble a team of professionals.

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