Initial Client Consultation and Assessment
If a 50 year old male checked a "yes" response on his PAR-Q, what is the next step for his certified Personal Trainer?
a. administer fitness test and begin program
b. refer client to his physician
c. discuss health history and begin program
d. recommend a maximal stress test
b. refer client to his physician
What is the minimum duration of an intermittent bout of aerobic activity that may be accumulated throughout the day?
a. 10 min
b. 15 min
c. 20 min
d. 30 min
a. 10 min
Which muscle is an antagonist of the hamstrings?
a. gastrocnemius
b. iliopsoas
c. gracilis
d. sartorius
b. iliopsoas
Which of the following modifiable risk factors is the most preventable cause of death in the United States today?
a. diabetes
b. hypertension
c. cigarette smoking
d. hypercholesterolemia
c. cigarette smoking
Which term best describes accurate record keeping, a safe exercise environment, and proper supervision?
a. risk management
b. help management
c. legal management
d. assistance management
a. risk management
What are the most commonly used modes for cardiovascular exercise testing?
a. treadmill, cycle ergometer, and stair climber
b. treadmill, cycle ergometer, and bench stepping
c. treadmill, rowing ergometer, and bench stepping
d. treadmill, cycle ergometer, and rowing ergometer
b. treadmill, cycle ergometer, and bench stepping
As the percentage of 1RM resistance increases:
a. the amount of rest you should allow between training days should increase
b. the number of sets performed should increase
c. the number of repetitions until fatigue decreases
d. the amount of rest you should allow between sets should decrease
c. the number of repetitions until fatigue decreases
Which of the following physiological changes does NOT occur when a client improves aerobic capacity?
a. the muscles will be able to extract more oxygen from the blood.
b. the total lung volume will increase in proportion to the total accumulated time of high-intensity exercise
c. the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood will increase
d. the amount of air the lungs can take in will increase because of increases in the rate and depth of breathing
b. the total lung volume will increase in proportion to the total accumulated time of high-intensity exercise
What is considered a normal Body Mass Index range?
a. 14.5-20.9 BMI
b. 18.5-24.9 BMI
c. 16.5-23.5 BMI
d. 19-27.5 BMI
b. 18.5-24.9 BMI
Information about the personal habits of a client including alcohol, caffeine, and tobacco consumption is typically included in what document?
a. blood profile analysis
b. physical activity readiness questionnaire
c. medical history
d. informed consent
c. medical history
Of the nine possible skinfold sites, which three sites are measured on a diagonal fold?
a. chest, subscapular, medial calf
b. midaxillary, suprailiac, chest
c. chest, subscapular, suprailiac
d. midaxillary, subscapular, suprailiac
c. chest, subscapular, suprailiac
An appropriate exercise to develop muscle endurance for the _______ is _______.
a. quadriceps; one set of 15 knee flexions at low resistance
b. triceps; one set of 15 reps of arm curls at low resistance
c. wrist flexors; one set of 15 reps of wrist curls at low resistance
d. hip abductors; one set of 15 reps of half-squats at low resistance
c. wrist flexors; one set of 15 reps at low resistance
What is the primary muscle group involved in trunk flexion while standing during the eccentric phases of the movement?
a. iliopsoas
b. rectus abdominis
c. erector spinae
d. biceps femoris
c. erector spinae
A client is attempting to lose 10 pounds. In order to lose 1.5 pounder per week, she will have to reduce her caloric intake per day by how many calories?
a. 350
b. 500
c. 750
d. 1000
c. 750
Which of the following points should NOT be included in an Informed Consent document regarding fitness testing?
a. statement that the patient has been given an opportunity to ask questions about procedures
b. reminder that the client is free to stop the test at any point
c. warning that death could result from participation
d. identical language for both diagnostic and prescriptive languages
d. identical language for both diagnostic and prescriptive languages
Which of the following is the correct sequence of events when starting the process for exercise prescription for a new client?
a. obtain a medical history, have the client perform a risk factor assessment, interpret the data, prescribe exercise, give lifestyle counseling
b. obtain a medical history, have the client perform a risk factor assessment, administer fitness tests, interpret the data, prescribe exercise
c. have the client perform a risk factor assessment, obtain a medical history, administer fitness tests, prescribe exercise and interpret the data
d. have the client perform a fitness assessment, obtain a medical history, give lifestyle counseling, interpret the data, prescribe exercise
b. obtain a medical history, have the client perform a risk factor assessment, administer fitness tests, interpret the data, prescribe exercise
A new client who has been resistance training for 6 months, comes to you with a goal of increasing muscular size. Following health appraisal and fitness testing including a modified 1RM test, you design a program to meet the client's goal. Which of the following regimens best defines an appropriate plan to achieve this client's goal?
a. 4-6 sets of 6-12 reps at 85% 1RM
b. 1-3 sets of 10-15 reps at 75% 1RM
c. 4-6 sets of 10-15 reps at 60% 1RM
d. 1-3 sets of 6-12 reps at 60% 1RM
a. 4-6 sets of 6-12 reps at 85% 1RM
Mitral valve prolapse is a condition which primarily affects the ______.
a. sino-atrial node
b. bicuspid valve
c. tricuspid valve
d. descending aorta
b. bicuspid valve
Which of the following risk factors for coronary heart disease enables you to subtract one risk factor from the total amount of positive risk factors?
a. body mass index < 30 kg/m^2
b. high serum HDL cholesterol > 60 mg/dl (1.6mmol/L)
c. fasting blood glucose of <110mg/dL (6.1mmol/L)
d. a former cigarette smoker who stopped more than 6 months ago
b. high serum HDL cholesterol > 60 mg/dl (1.6mmol/L)
A certified Personal Trainer fails to properly spot a client performing heavy incline dumbbell presses and the client injuries himself. This is an example of what type of negligence?
a. casual
b. serious
c. omission
d. commission
c. omission
Who should obtain a physcian's clearance before starting an exercise program?
a. every individual who is beginning an exercise program
b. sedentary individuals who are going to perform vigorous exercise
c. those who are considered low risk and perform only moderate exercise
d. men who are younger than 45 years of age and woman who are younger than 55 years of age
b. sedentary individuals who are going to perform vigorous exercise
The ACSM recommended exercise prescription for developing and maintaining muscular strength and endurance for health and fitness includes a minimum of:
a. 1 set of 8-12 reps using 8-10 exercises that train the major muscle groups of the upper and lower body
b. 2-3 sets of 10-15 reps using 80% of the 1RM for exercises that train the major muscle groups of the upper and lower body
c. 2-3 sets of 8-12 reps alternating days between upper and lower body exercises
d. 1-2 sets of 8-15 reps using 50-85% of the 1RM for exercises that train the major muscle groups of the upper and lower body
a. 1 set of 8-12 reps using 8-10 exercises that train the major muscle groups of the upper and lower body
Which of the following is a result of chronic aerobic training?
a. increased lipid production
b. decreased plasma triglyceride levels
c. decreased high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels
d. increased low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels
b. decreased plasma triglyceride levels
Your new client is a 42 year old male who is a stock broker. His health history revealed the following: total cholesterol 185 mg/dl (4.7mmol/L), HDL 32 mg/dL (0.8mmol/L), LDL 110 mg/dL (2.8 mmol/L), resting blood pressure 138/80 mm Hg, waist circumference 98 centimeters. What is his initial risk stratification?
a. low risk
b. moderate risk
c. high risk
d. only a physician can determine this clients risk stratification
a. low risk
A routine pattern of adhering to and documenting compliance with fitness industry guidelines is often an effective guard against _______.
a. breach of contact
b. malfeasance
c. negligence
d. malpractice
c. negligence