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PCV CPC Case Study 18

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Lisa, a bus driver in her late 30s, is revisiting her dietary habits to enhance her driving performance and overall health. She is focusing on reducing her intake of calories, saturated fats, and salt, being aware of their long-term health risks. Lisa also understands the importance of proper fluid and caffeine intake in maintaining alertness and avoiding sudden incapacitation while driving.

There are 7 multiple choice questions in this PCV CPC case study. Read this carefully and ensure you fully understand the scenario before starting the test. You need to score 6 out of 7 to pass.

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1. Why is a balanced diet essential for professional drivers like Lisa? Give one answer
A Purely for personal appearance
B To increase muscle mass
C To meet weight standards
D To reduce the risk of diseases affecting driving
Correct Answer: D To reduce the risk of diseases affecting driving
Explanation: A balanced diet reduces the risk of diseases like diabetes and heart disease, which can impair driving ability.
2. What concerns does excessive calorie intake pose for drivers like Lisa? Give one answer
A It can lead to obesity and related health issues
B It enhances physical stamina
C It improves concentration
D It reduces fatigue
Correct Answer: A It can lead to obesity and related health issues
Explanation: Excessive calorie intake can cause obesity, impacting health and driving performance.
3. What are the negative effects of high salt intake on drivers like Lisa? Give one answer
A Enhances mental clarity
B Increases the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease
C It has no significant impact
D Reduces stress levels
Correct Answer: B Increases the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease
Explanation: High salt intake can cause high blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
4. How can caffeine impact sleepiness in drivers like Lisa? Give one answer
A It has no effect on sleepiness
B It improves long-term alertness
C It permanently eliminates sleepiness
D It temporarily masks sleepiness
Correct Answer: D It temporarily masks sleepiness
Explanation: Caffeine only masks sleepiness for a short period and doesn't provide long-term alertness.
5. What are the advantages of water over soft drinks for drivers like Lisa? Give one answer
A Enhanced concentration
B Higher energy levels
C It contains more nutrients
D Longer-lasting hydration without added sugar
Correct Answer: D Longer-lasting hydration without added sugar
Explanation: Water provides better hydration without the added sugar found in many soft drinks.
6. What key dietary component should drivers like Lisa manage? Give one answer
A Excessive protein consumption
B High carbohydrate intake
C High fibre intake
D Saturated fat intake
Correct Answer: D Saturated fat intake
Explanation: Managing saturated fat intake is important to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
7. What alcohol consumption considerations are important for drivers like Lisa? Give one answer
A It enhances driving skills
B It has no effect on performance
C It impairs judgement and driving ability
D It reduces stress
Correct Answer: C It impairs judgement and driving ability
Explanation: Alcohol consumption seriously impairs judgement and driving ability, and is illegal while driving.