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1
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The combined, interworking system of all muscles and bones in the body.

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musculoskeletal system

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A state of lost physical fitness, which may include muscle imbalances, decreased flexibility, and a lack of core and joint stability.

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deconditioned

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A body weight greater than what is considered within normal standards; a body mass index of 25.0 to 29.9.

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overweight

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When muscles on each side of a joint have altered length-tension relationships.

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muscle imbalance

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The support provided by tissues surrounding a joint to maintain and provide control during movement.

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joint stability

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A complex disease involving an excessive amount of body fat; classified by a body mass index of 30 or greater.

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obesity

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Study of movement as it relates to anatomy and physiology.

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kinesiology

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A practice that relies on evidence for guidance and decision-making and includes developing individual expertise, staying current on the best sources of external evidence (e.g., peer-reviewed research), and prioritizing client values and expectations.

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evidence-based practice

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Stages of OPT Model is

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phase 1 stabilization endurance, phase 2 strength endurance, phase 3 muscular development, phase 4 maximal strength, phase 5 power

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What does the term evidence-based practice refer to?

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the conscientious use of current research in making decisions about client care

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The social standing of a person or group that includes education, income, and occupation

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socioeconomic status

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The state of having a disease

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morbidity

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A state or a risk of death or dying.

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mortality

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The process by which the human body strives to maintain a relatively stable equilibrium.

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homeostasis

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Which organization functions as the international public health agency of the United Nations?

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WHO (World Health Organization)

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Which of the following chronic diseases is the leading cause of death in both men and women?

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Coronary Heart Disease

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Any attribute, characteristic, or exposure of an individual that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or injury.

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risk factor

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A waxy, fatlike substance found in bodily cells.

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cholesterol

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A sudden lack of blood supply to the brain, caused by either a blockage in an artery or ruptured blood vessel.

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stroke

20
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The action that occurs when an artery supplying the heart with blood and oxygen becomes blocked; medically known as a myocardial infarction.

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heart attack

21
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A condition in which the heart can’t pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs.

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heart failure

22
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A condition that occurs when one or more heart valves do not function properly, causing shortness of breath and reduced oxygen supply to the body.

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heart valve problem

23
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A problem with the rate or rhythm of a person’s heartbeat. The heart beats too quickly, too slowly, or with an irregular pattern.

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Arrhythmia

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A category of heart-related problems caused by the narrowing of coronary arteries, which supply blood and oxygen to the heart muscle.

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Ischemic heart disease

25
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The processes by which plaque is formed in arteries leading to reduced blood flow.

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Atherosclerosis

26
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Examples of physical activity

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golf, gardening, walking the dog

27
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Consistently elevated blood pressure.

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hypertension

28
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The pressure in arteries and other blood vessels when the heart is contracting; the first (top) number recorded.

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Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP)

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The pressure in arteries and other blood vessels when heart is at rest or between beats; the second (bottom) number recorded.

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Diastolic Blood Pressure (DBP)

30
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Chronic metabolic disorder, caused by insulin deficiency, which impairs carbohydrate usage and enhances usage of fat and protein.

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Diabetes

31
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The simplest form of carbohydrate used by the body for energy.

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glucose

32
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The inability of the cells to respond to insulin; occurs in type 2 diabetes.

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Insulin resistance

33
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A group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body.

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Cancer

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A general term used to describe progressive lung diseases, including emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and refractory (nonreversible) asthma.

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

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A group of hormones secreted by the brain that provides a variety of physiological functions, such as reducing the perception of pain.

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Endorphins

36
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The type of muscle tissue that connects to bones and generates the forces that create movement.

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skeletal muscles

37
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A stretching or tearing of ligaments.

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sprain

38
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An inflammation of the fibrous tissue along the bottom of the foot, which often results in intense heel pain.

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Planter Fasciitis

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An injury or inflammation of the tendon that connects the patella (kneecap) to the tibia (shin bone).

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Patella Tendonitis

40
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A stretch, partial tear, or complete tear of the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee.

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anterior cruciate ligament tear (ACL)

41
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A stretch, partial tear, or complete tear of the medial collateral ligament of the knee.

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medial collateral ligament tear (MCL)

42
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Shoulder pain caused by rotator cuff tissues rubbing against the acromion bone of the shoulder.

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shoulder impingement syndrome

43
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The various monetary requirements associated with the day-to-day running of a business.

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operational costs

44
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An exercise training method defined by intervals of near-maximal intensity broken up by relatively short rest periods.

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high-intensity interval training (HIIT)

45
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The level of commitment to a behavior or plan of action.

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adherence

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