Genetics account for roughly _____ of factors, on average, that impact physical health and performance. - ANSWER 40%
Novice exercisers have an increased risk for which of the following injuries when proper acclimation to activity is not employed?
a. Muscle strains
b. Ligament sprains
c. Bone ...
Genetics account for roughly _____ of factors, on average, that impact physical health and performance.
- ANSWER 40%
Novice exercisers have an increased risk for which of the following injuries when proper acclimation to
activity is not employed?
a. Muscle strains
b. Ligament sprains
c. Bone fractures
d. All of the above - ANSWER d. All of the above
What is associated with a dangerous drop in blood sodium, and is most commonly experienced during
endurance training in the heat? - ANSWER Hyponatremia
Which of the following activities is most associated with the risk for shoulder impingement?
a. Cycling
b. Running
c. Swimming
d. Dancing - ANSWER c. Swimming
Injuries are reported in the _____________ to the greatest extent amongst novice clients. - ANSWER
Lower extremities (ankle, knees)
_________________ is a potentially life-threatening condition that can cause organ failure due to the
release of damaged muscle tissue into circulation. - ANSWER Rhabdomyolysis
, True or False? Lack of physical activity is the strongest factor to impact health. - ANSWER True
True or False? The primary causes of premature death in the US are due to uncontrollable factors. -
ANSWER False
True or False? Health is heavily influenced by stress levels and perceived function. - ANSWER True
Identify at least four categorical factors that can impact health/fitness levels. - ANSWER genetics
sex and age
environmental factors
social factors,
stress, nutrition, physical activity levels
education and economic factors
Which of the following is the primary purpose of exercise screening?
a. The development of a needs analysis
b. Identifying a client's specific interests and aptitudes
c. The identification of factors that increase the risk for injury
d. Comparing the client's current health status compared to recommended ranges - ANSWER c. The
identification of factors that increase the risk for injury
Which of the following can contribute to reducing the risk of activity-related injuries?
a. Identifying risk factors associated with a client
b. Providing a structured acclimation period at the beginning of a program
c. Providing proper instruction and practice
d. All of the above - ANSWER d. All of the above
Which of the following serves as an initial contract and waiver of liability between the trainer and client?
a. PAR-Q+
, b. Health Status Questionnaire
c. Informed Consent
d. Health Risk Appraisal - ANSWER c. Informed Consent
Which of the following uses seven baseline questions to identify individuals at risk for negative
cardiovascular or metabolic events in response to exercise?
a. Behavior Questionnaire
b. Health Status Questionnaire
c. Needs analysis
d. PAR-Q+ - ANSWER d. PAR-Q+
Identify at least two important components of a comprehensive informed consent. - ANSWER an
explanation of the background and purpose of training
descriptions of assumed risks as well as benefits
normal physiological expectations
an opportunity to ask questions and refuse service
a statement describing the client's right of confidentiality
Identify the five primary sections of an Health Status Questionnaire. - ANSWER general client
information
current medical information
self-reported health status
self-reported physical fitness
psychological considerations
Identify at least two major uses of the Behavior Questionnaire. - ANSWER connect the dots between risk
factors and unhealthy behaviors
identify program obstacles and factors impacting current health status
educate the client on how their behaviors are impacting their health
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