Ch 23 Quiz Flashcards
Which disease is caused by specific medical conditions or medications, including alcohol abuse, smoking, specific diseases, or particular medications, that disrupt normal bone reformation?
Type 2 (secondary) osteoporosis
In which population is type 1 osteoporosis most prevalent?
Postmenopausal women
Approximately what percentage of Americans aged 20 years and older are obese?
40%
What are common physical characteristics of those with emphysema?
Those with emphysema are frequently underweight and may exhibit hypertrophied neck muscles.
What blood pressure is reflective of stage 1 hypertension?
A reading of 130 to 139 mm Hg systolic or 80 to 89 mm Hg diastolic
For which of the following populations is the floor bridge exercise contraindicated?
Clients who are in the third trimester of pregnancy
How many minutes of vigorous exercise in hot, humid environments should children be restricted to (including frequent rest periods)?
30 minutes
What is defined as shortness of breath or labored breathing?
Dyspnea
Which resistance training system is most appropriate for hypertensive clients?
Peripheral heart action system
A client is taking prescription beta-blockers for hypertension. Which exercise is the safest for him to perform?
Standing cobra