Domain 6

Question 1

How many CEUs are needed to recertify every two years?

Select one:

a. 3.0
b. 4.0
c. 2.0
d. 1.0

Answer 1

c. 2.0

Question 2

What are profit centers?
Select one:
a. High revenue clubs
b. Areas that have a high demand for fitness services
c. Services that add to the base revenue generator
d. Memberships

Answer 2

Services that add to the base revenue generator

Question 3

What is the concept that integrates practice and experience for a relatively permanent change in motor control processes?
Select one:
a. Motor remodeling 
b. Motor learning
c. Feedback learning
d. Sensorimotor integration

Answer 3

b. Motor learning

Question 4

What is the minimum requirement to maintain certification with NASM?
Select one:
a. 3.0 CEU within 3 years
b. 2.0 CEU within 1 year
c. 3.0 CEU within 2 years 
d. 2.0 CEU within 2 years

Answer 4

d. 2.0 CEU within 2 years

Question 5

Which of the following is an appropriate recommendation a personal trainer can make for a new elderly female client who acknowledges high blood pressure during her preparticipation health screening?
Select one:
a. That the client see her physician for further evaluation.
b. That the client perform exercises in a supine position to regulate blood pressure.
c. That the client start slowly in Phase I of the OPT model.
d. That the client reduce her sodium intake.

Answer 5

a. That the client see her physician for further evaluation.

Question 6

For how long should a certified personal trainer maintain accurate contract and appointment records ?
Select one:
a. 4 years
b. 1 year 
c. 2 years
d. 3 years

Answer 6

a. 4 years

Question 7

Charlotte is planning to start a new fitness club. Which of the following ideas should Charlotte focus on in her marketing mix to get the word out about her club?
Select one:
a. Place 
b. Price
c. Promotion
d. Product

Answer 7

The correct answer is: Promotion

Question 8

Which of the following is an acceptable form of continuing education?
Select one:
a. Completion of an apprenticeship at a qualified institution
b. Documentation of hands-on work experience
c. Speaking at a conference on a topic related to health and fitness
d. An online CPR and AED certification that is at least 2 hours in duration

Answer 8

c. Speaking at a conference on a topic related to health and fitness

Question 9

Which of the following professions requires a supervised practice program?
Select one:
a. Personal trainer
b. Registered dietician
c. Gym manager 
d. Group exercise instructor

Answer 9

b. Registered dietician

Question 10

A certified personal trainer has been training a client for the last 2 years. On their next session, the client informs the trainer she is pregnant. Which of the following is the most appropriate action for the trainer to take?

Select one:

a. Inform the client this is the best time to schedule more sessions.
b. Encourage the client see a doctor and then continue session.
c. Discontinue sessions until client provides medical clearance.
d. Continue the exercise session as planned with the client’s approval.

Answer 10

The correct answer is: Discontinue sessions until client provides medical clearance.