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At her annual physical, Claire found out her blood pressure was 110/70 mm Hg. According to this information, which statement is true?

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Her systolic pressure is 110 and her diastolic pressure is 70.

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When NASM recommends relying on the current best information in making decisions about client care, what is it referring to?

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Evidence-based practice

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Which statement about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is accurate?

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It is not a curable disease.

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Which term refers to a person’s education, income, and occupation?

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Socioeconomic status

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What condition is characterized by the narrowing of coronary arteries?

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Ischemic heart disease

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Using the healthcare continuum, how would training with a fitness professional be classified?

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Preventive care

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According to the NASM Code of Professional Conduct, for how long must a fitness professional maintain accurate financial, contract, appointment, and tax records?

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4 years

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What percentage of adults experience low-back pain at least once in their lifetime?

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80%

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Which section of the NASM Code of Professional Conduct requires the use of appropriate professional communication in all verbal, nonverbal, and written transactions?

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Professionalism

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Which activity best demonstrates evidence-based practice?

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Referencing peer-reviewed research

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What type of fitness professional has advanced knowledge, training, and experience in designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for competitive athletes?

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Strength and conditioning coach

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What two factors are used to calculate body mass index (BMI)?

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Height and weight

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Which component of evidence-based practice refers to a fitness professional’s accumulated education, experience, and practical skills?

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Individual professional expertise

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What is the blood pressure measurement that occurs when the heart is at rest or between beats?

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Diastolic Blood Pressure

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Which statement best describes the term deconditioned?

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A state in which a person may have a combination of muscle imbalances, poor flexibility, insufficient endurance, or limited joint stability

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Which of the following best demonstrates an example of exercise?

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Weightlifting

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Which statement about a Certified Personal Trainer’s scope of practice is accurate?

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Certified Personal Trainers do not diagnose or treat areas of pain or disease.

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Which individual is suffering from an acute disease?

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Jorge, who is sick with the flu

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Which common cause of death is the most preventable?

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Obesity

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Which section of the NASM Code of Professional Conduct requires that client records are disposed of in a secure manner?

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Confidentiality

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What are the basic two types of disease?

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Chronic and acute

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Which of the following is a necessity for all fitness professionals to remain successful in the industry?

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Keeping up with the latest science and changes in the industry

23
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Which of the following best demonstrates an example of activities of daily living separate from planned exercise?

24
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Which chronic disease is the leading cause of death in the world today?

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Coronary artery disease

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At his first visit to his new fitness trainer, Robert's BMI was 37. According to this information, how would Robert be classified?
Obese
26
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear is a common injury to what part of the body?
Knee
27
Which term best describes a class of chronic respiratory dysfunctions that are characterized by increased breathlessness, airflow limitation, and accelerated decline of lung function?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
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How can health best be defined?
A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
29
What is the dysfunction that occurs due to narrowing and rubbing of the soft tissue and bony structures of the shoulder?
Shoulder impingement
30
With type 1 diabetes, what hormone does the pancreas fall short in making?
Insulin
31
Which condition is an example of a chronic disease?
Type 2 diabetes
32
Which statement about cancer is most accurate?
Cells in the body grow abnormally.
33
Which of the following is not a negative side effect of stress?
The release of endorphins
34
What type of health concern is the leading cause of death in the world today?
Chronic diseases and conditions
35
What do the letters OPT within the OPT model stand for?
Optimum Performance Training
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What is homeostasis?
A process by which the human body continually strives to maintain a relatively stable equilibrium
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The human body is uniquely designed to respond to stress and, if necessary, make changes to maintain optimal health and physiological functioning. What is this process called?
Homeostasis
38
Hypertension is categorized by a blood pressure greater than what measurement?
120/80 mm Hg
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Which of the following is unique to type 2 diabetes?
Insulin resistance
40
Which of the following best defines cholesterol?
A waxy, fatlike substance found in bodily cells
41
What are two of the most common issues at the foot and ankle complex?
Sprains and plantar fasciitis
42
Which type of cholesterol tends to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease?
LDL (low-density lipoprotein)
43
At her first visit to her new fitness trainer, Alisha's BMI was 26. According to this information, how would Alisha be classified?
Overweight
44
Which of the following is not a component of an integrated approach to exercise?
Diet supplementation
45
Which of the following is true about cholesterol?
Exercise has been shown to help reduce high cholesterol.
46
What impacts can exercise have on cholesterol levels in the body?
It can reduce LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol.
47
What is the main role of a personal trainer?
Assess clients and make recommendations for exercise programming and other lifestyle changes
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Which of the following injuries is characterized by a sharp pain in the bottom of the heel that makes it difficult to walk?
Plantar fasciitis
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What group of hormones are released by the brain during exercise help reduce pain?
Endorphins
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What are the three levels of the opt model
Stabilization, strength, and power

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