SafeSport Nutrition and Wellness 2

Question 1

Which condition describes the health consequences when an athlete does not consume enough energy to support both training and basic body functions?

Accepted Answer

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)

Answer

RED-S occurs when dietary energy intake is insufficient to cover both exercise demands and the energy required for normal physiological functioning.

Question 2

A coach notices an athlete consistently skipping post-practice meals and making negative comments about their body. The most appropriate first step is to:

Accepted Answer

Speak privately with the athlete and connect them with a sports dietitian or counselor

Answer

Private, non-judgmental communication followed by referral to a qualified professional is the recommended response when disordered eating is suspected.

Question 3

Which of the following is a warning sign of disordered eating that coaches and staff should recognize in athletes?

Accepted Answer

Frequent trips to the bathroom immediately after meals

Answer

Frequent post-meal bathroom trips may indicate purging behavior, which is a recognized warning sign of bulimia nervosa.

Question 4

Under SafeSport guidelines, which statement about coaches commenting on athlete body weight is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

Coaches should never make unsolicited comments about an athlete's body weight or shape

Answer

Unsolicited comments about an athlete's body can contribute to disordered eating and psychological harm, which SafeSport guidelines seek to prevent.

Question 5

An athlete reports feeling dizzy, fatigued, and irritable during practice. These symptoms could most likely indicate:

Accepted Answer

Inadequate carbohydrate and calorie intake

Answer

Dizziness, fatigue, and irritability are common signs of low energy availability or inadequate carbohydrate fueling before and during exercise.

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SafeSport Nutrition and Wellness 2