CPT failed test questions

Question 1

Sliding Filament Theory

Answer 1

Describes how myosin and Actin filament slide past one another to produce a muscle contraction

Question 2

Sarcomere

Answer 2

The structural unit of a myofibril, composed of Actin and myosin filaments between 2 Z lines. It is a specific physical site or muscle contraction occurs.

Question 3

Neuromuscular junction

Answer 3

The specialized site where the nervous system communicates directly with muscle fibers

Question 4

what does FITTE-VP principle stand for?

Answer 4

Frequency, intensity, time, type, enjoyment, volume, and progression

Question 5

lower Cross syndrome potential overactive muscles

Answer 5

Hip flexors, lumbar extensors (low back muscles)

Question 6

lower Cross syndrome potential under active muscles

Answer 6

Gluteus maximus and medius, hamstring complex, abdominal

Question 7

upper Cross syndrome potential overactive muscles

Answer 7

Pectoralis, major and minor, levator scapula and sternocleidomastoid (neck) and upper trapezius

Question 8

Upper cross syndrome potential under active muscles

Answer 8

Middle and lower trapezius, rhomboids, deep cervical flexors

Question 9

Arteriosclerosis (R-terio-sklo-roe-sis)

Answer 9

the hardening and loss of elasticity of arteries

Question 10

Atherosclerosis (a·thr·ow·sklr·ow·suhs)

Answer 10

The process by which plaque is formed in the arteries leading to reduce blood flow

Question 11

Transverse Abdominis main job

Answer 11

Stabilize the trunk, maintain internal abdominal pressure, and support organs inside the trunk

Question 12

What are the parts of the spine from top to bottom?

Answer 12

Cervical (lordosis), thoracic (kyphosis), Lumbar (lordosis), Sacral (kyphosis), Coccyx

Question 13

What is autogenic inhibition?

Answer 13

A protective mechanism that reduces a contracting or stretched muscles excitability, preventing it from exerting more force than its bones and tendons can handle. (often seen during static stretching.) think Gogli tendon or inverse “stretch reflex”

Question 14

Two medical precautions for self myofascial techniques

Answer 14

Joint hypermobility and scoliosis

Question 15

a client with osteoporosis has been cleared to perform exercise which form of training can have the most impact on increasing clients bone mineral density?

Answer 15

Walking

Question 16

current sports nutrition guidelines from the international Society of sports nutrition recommend what range of protein for most exercising individuals?

Answer 16

1.4 to 2.0 g/kilograms of bodyweight

Question 17

Which muscles are typically overactive in association with upper Cross syndrome?

Answer 17

Upper trapezius (+ Leavtor Scapula + pecs major and minor)

Question 18

Which statement regarding Tabata training is considered accurate?

Answer 18

The total duration of the workout is four minutes long and performed at 170% of VO2 max

Question 19

what is the RDA for protein?

Answer 19

.8 g/kilogram of bodyweight

Question 20

which term best describes the ability to contract muscles of the core with force in an effort to flex the trunk during a slow controlled movement?

Answer 20

Core strength

Question 21

the body can adapt to new demands while becoming stronger and more resilient through which exercise programming approach?

Answer 21

Progressive overload

Question 22

what is the SAID principle and what does it stand for?

Answer 22

specific adaptation to imposed demands

The human body adapts to specific demands place upon it so if you trained for a particular sport or skill, your body will adapt and get better at that specific skill

Question 23

what is the Iliopsoas?

Answer 23

A deep muscle group that connects the spine to the lower limbs and is a major hip flexor

Question 24

what is the rectus abdominis?

Answer 24

Makes up the top layers of your abdominal muscles commonly known as your six pack. it is used for hip flexion at 45° and greater to induce hip flexion accompanied by posterior tilting of the pelvis

Question 25

why is the multifidus (muh•tif•i•dis) so important?

Answer 25

It’s an important stabilizer of the lumbar spine. (functions together with the transverse abdominous and pelvic floor muscles for spines stability. As the muscles atrophy associated with chronic low back pain.

Question 26

what are the Rotatores (ro•ta•tories) ?

Answer 26

A set of short muscles located laterally along the vertebra column, attaching between the transverse and spinous processes of thoracic vertebrae. As a result, the rotatores function as stabilizers, extensors and rotators of the spine

Question 27

calcium is often associated with bone health, but why is it important for muscular function?

Answer 27

It’s stimulates actin and myosin activity

Question 28

what are the components of ATP?

Answer 28

Adenine (ad•i•neen), ribose, and three phosphate groups

Question 29

during cable rotation exercise, which position of the help will help to decrease stress to the low back?

Answer 29

Hip extension

Question 30

which of the following test is used to measure lateral speed and agility?

Answer 30

LEFT - lower extremity functional test

Question 31

which of the following statement describes the abdominal skin fold location?

Answer 31

A vertical skinfold taken 1 inch lateral to the belly button

Question 32

which muscle would you be targeting for self myofascial release if you place the roller along the front and slightly lateral outside part of the upper thigh just below the pelvis?

Answer 32

Tensor fascia latae

Question 33

where is the piriformis and what does it do?

Answer 33

Flat, narrow muscle that runs diagonally from the lower spine to the top of the thighs, through the buttocks. Help take the hip and turn the leg and foot outward, and is involved in almost every movement of the lower body. That sciatic nerve usually runs underneath the piriformis, but in some people can run through the muscl.

Question 34

which muscles may overactive with Neil during the overhead squat?

Answer 34

Tensor facsia latae and adductor complex

Question 35

what is the Tensor Facsia Latae and what does it do?

Answer 35

aka the TFL, assessing the movement and stabilization of both the hip and the knee. Works with the gluteus medius gluteus minimus to internally rotated and abduct the hip and with the gluteus maximus via the IT band to abduct the hip.

Question 36

type of diabetes occurs when specialized cells in the pancreas start producing insulin?

Answer 36

Type one diabetes

Question 37

what is the recommended frequency for cardio respiratory training, if participating in vigorous intensity, exercise i.e. jogging or running?

Answer 37

at least three times a week

Question 38

what is the general recommended rest between SAQ reps for beginning clients?

Answer 38

15 to 60 seconds

Question 39

Speed is the product of what two variables?

Answer 39

Stride rate and stride length

Question 40

improve performance during a plyometric drum is depended upon which of the following?

Answer 40

rapid amortization phase

Question 41

which muscles are typically underactive with knee valgus during single leg squat?

Answer 41

Gluteus maximus and medius

Question 42

what are the three movements performed during the ball combo two exercise?

Answer 42

Row, shorter, external rotation, and shoulder press

Question 43

which of the following solutions would allow an individual to achieve a greater depth during the lowering phase of the squad of ankle stiffness is the cause

Answer 43

Place a small board under the heels

Question 44

what muscles work with the obliques well assist a client and completing a standing cable rotation movement?

Answer 44

erector spinae

Question 45

how far down should a client squat during the barbell exercise?

Answer 45

As far down as can be controlled without compensating

Question 46

what is the primary muscle target at one performing a bicep curl exercise with a thumb up?

Answer 46

Brachioradialis