exam prep Flashcards
An ACSM-EP sacrificing his personal training time in order to train a client who needed to reschedule is an example of:
servant leadership
During pregnancy, resistance and flexibility exercises in the supine position should be avoided to prevent which of the following?
reduction in venous return
Blood pressure is regulated by which two factors?
cardiac output and total peripheral resistance
When hypertension is present, arterioles lose elasticity due to the increased presence of:
fibrous collagen tissue
Background checks are typically conducted by fitness facilities to verify which of the following?
employment history
Public relations, as opposed to advertising, communicates information to potential customers:
at a more emotional level
A well-written and implemented medical emergency policy will dictate details as to which staff will:
meet and direct paramedics to the scene
symptoms of a second-degree ligament sprain include
moderate swelling
The degree to which any reasonable or prudent ACSM-EP would follow the same actions in a given set of circumstances is considered:
standard of care
Which of the following is considered an intrinsic risk factor for musculoskeletal injury?
inadequate conditioning
Muscle pain and dysfunction progress and become more apparent _______ after the injury.
one to two days
For any equipment used with clients, the ACSM-EP should learn about equipment safety inspections, maintenance, and record-keeping policies as well as:
how to report equipment issues and request repairs
which of the following building blocks of marketing is not a traditional “p” but is relevant in the fitness industry
people
The purpose of the second interview in the hiring process is to:
observe the candidate team dynamics with other staff
Which of the following is NOT a trait of an individual with a high degree of emotional intelligence?
spatial awareness
Which leadership model is described as based on contractual negotiations of rewards and punishments between leader and subordinates?
transactional model
The marketing of the education, experience, and ability of an ACSM-EP is known as:
branding
How many continuing education credits (CECs) are required in order to complete ACSM-EP recertification?
60
The Certified Exercise Physiologist agrees to adhere to the ACSM Code of Ethics:
when registering for the ACSM certified exercise physiologist certification exam
An ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist is deemed proficient in writing exercise recommendations, leading and demonstrating safe and effective exercise, and:
motivating individuals to start and maintain healthy behaviors
The EP-C should consult with a child’s medical team and become familiar with the specific exercise recommendations for which of the following conditions?
asthma
VO2 is lower than required to create adequate energy during exercise via the oxidative energy systems. This is known as:
oxygen deficit
Your 40-year-old female client is ready to get started losing 15 lbs for the new year after being sedentary for about a year. She wants to focus on strength training as she has heard that this will help sculpt her body. You recommend that she:
increase her metabolism with aerobic activity and progressive strength training
Which of the following best describes the effect of consuming a surplus amount of nutrients through supplementation?
the body will expend valuable energy resources to excrete them
Which of the following is NOT commonly recognized as an appropriate way to search for relevant information contributing toward the development of evidence-based practice?
blog posts/articles
Certified Exercise Physiologists gear workouts to address client concerns. Education is an important component in order to:
make sessions more meaningful for clients
A client completes the first set of an unfamiliar free-weight exercise. Which of the following statements is the MOST appropriate feedback?
“Exhale when you push the weight up. You started out just fine, so slow down just a bit, and get your breathing in sync.”
Type 1 diabetes is characterized by which of the following?
absolute deficiency in blood insulin release
Symptoms of a second-degree ligament sprain include:
moderate swelling
What work-to-recovery ratio would be MOST appropriate to include in a resistance training circuit for small group personal training sessions with clients who have primary goals that require enhanced muscular endurance?
75 second work interval:20 second recovery
An ACSM-EP adjusting her training/communication style based on the client’s level of training experience is an example of:
situational leadership theory
A feature of cardiac disease symptoms that are ischemic in origin is:
squeezing burning pain
A well-written and implemented medical emergency policy will dictate details as to which staff will:
meet and direct paramedics to the scene
Which of the following BEST describes the small changes model of behavior change?
Gradual and cumulative behavior change is achieved relative to baseline activity.
Which of the following will increase the likelihood that a new client will continue working with the ACSM-EP?
designing a program that is productive and enjoyable
To help your client transition from the contemplation stage of change to the preparation stage of change, you should intervene using:
educational materials
Using the Karvonen method, which of the following is most appropriate to use for the upper end of the target heart rate range?
80%
Which of the following hemodynamic variables have a linear relationship and are heavily influenced by one another during exercise?
systolic blood pressure and cardiac output
When attempting to establish effective communication, which of the following nonverbal elements is MOST important to the client?
visual and kkinesthetic
A joint is the most stable when it is in which of the following positions?
closed pack
In reviewing your client’s medical history, you note that she is on lipid-lowering medication and her high-density lipoprotein cholesterol is 62 mg · dL−1. Based on her profile, how many total risk factors does she have?
0
When a client quits exercising for long periods of time, the principle of reversibility dictates that:
Any improvements gained will reverse and decrease.
In which of the following muscles is a strain most likely to occur?
quadriceps femoris
Your client is having difficulty performing a strength exercise after you have demonstrated and provided verbal cues. You decide to demonstrate what he is doing and then contrast with the proper technique. He immediately performs the exercise correctly. Based on this, you should focus on teaching the client exercise primarily through:
visual cues
Which of the following theories identifies intention as the primary influence that determines behavior?
theory of planned behavior
USDA dietary guidelines recommend reducing certain food components, increasing nutrients, building healthy eating patterns, and:
balancing calories to manage weight
When communicating or discussing any sensitive or private topic with a client, you should do so:
in person
when used on a regular basis which of the following promotes exercise adherence
online journaling
Which of the following durations for the plank exercise is MOST appropriate for a beginner client?
15 seconds
A feature of cardiac disease symptoms that are ischemic in origin is:
squeezing burning pain
Concentric contraction of the triceps brachii muscle causes ____________ in the _____________plane.
extension; sagittal
Which of the following ACSM certifications can be defined by the following: health/fitness professional with a bachelor’s degree in exercise science who performs preparticipation health screenings, conducts physical fitness assessments, interprets results, develops exercise prescriptions, and applies motivational and behavioral strategies to apparently healthy individuals and individuals with medically controlled diseases and health conditions.
ACSM-EP
When giving a client advice, the ACSM-EP risks liability for acting outside his scope of practice if:
The advice could be interpreted as unauthorized practice of a licensed professional, and results in client injury.
A 66-year-old male completes the PAR-Q+. He answers “YES” to question #1 on page 1. He then completes pages 2 and 3 as directed, answering “NO” to all questions on pages 2 and 3. What is the recommended course of action for this individual?
He may begin participating in physical activity, starting at a low/moderate intensity and volume and progressing slowly
Behaviors are shaped by interpersonal interactions, the surrounding environment, community, policy, and law according to which of the following?
social ecological model
Which of the following movements occur in the transverse plane of motion?
glenohumeral rotation
During pregnancy, resistance and flexibility exercises in the supine position should be avoided to prevent which of the following?
reduction in venous return
Pronation of the radioulnar joint occurs in:
the transverse plane
How many risk factors are present for this 54-year-old female?
Family history: Mother had myocardial infarction at the age of 60 Nonsmoker Blood pressure: 134/85 mm Hg Total cholesterol: 230 mg · dL−1 HDL-C: 46 mg · dL−1 Fasting blood glucose: 82 mg · dL−1 BMI: 27.3 Sedentary lifestyle
3
Which of the following would MOST likely lead to impingement syndrome?
Overdeveloped anterior deltoid
Which of the following BEST communicates a client’s energy level?
posture and stance
Which of the following muscles exerts an upward pull on the posterior surfaces of the pelvis resulting in a neutral pelvic position?
Erector spinae
One of the key questions to ask to determine a client’s stage of change specific to physical activity is:
“Are you doing any physical activity?”
The skinfold technique of body composition assessment is based on the assumption that approximately _____________ of total body fat is located subcutaneously.
One-third
The purpose of the second interview in the hiring process is to:
Observe the candidate’s team dynamics with other staff.
ACSM recertification require which of the following training
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Movement toward the midline in the transverse plane describes which term?
Horizontal adduction
According to the transtheoretical model, a client who has made specific and measurable changes in their activity in the past six months is in which stage of change?
action
In the communication process, listening is:
as important as speaking
For an individual with peripheral artery disease, which type of aerobic exercise is recommended?
walking or treadhill
During an outdoor training session on a warm day, your client begins to exhibit a weak rapid pulse, thirst, general weakness, reduced rate of sweating, and headache. He is MOST likely experiencing:
heat exhaustion
Which strategy is effective for improving exercise adherence?
Revisit client goals during reassessments so they coincide with progress toward goals.
Which of the following is the correct transition of blood flow throughout the vasculature?
Arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins
VO2 is lower than required to create adequate energy during exercise via the oxidative energy systems. This is known as:
oxygen deficit
You discover the following information about Rosalyn, your new 54-year-old female client:
BMI = 24.3 (68 inches, 160 pounds)
Total cholesterol: 190 mg · dL−1
HDL cholesterol: 62 mg · dL−1
Blood pressure: 128/84 mm Hg with antihypertensive medication
Former smoker: quit two months ago
Family history: father had a heart attack at age 54
Walks to work eight minutes each way
How many positive and negative risk factors does she have?
Three positive and one negative risk factors
Which of the following is TRUE regarding obesity?
Obesity is associated with several comorbidities
Which of the following is an example of a nontangible product?
The goal of losing 5 pound
One of the major benefits of exercise for diabetic clients is:
Improved insulin sensitivity and blood glucose control and decreased insulin requirements.
Which of the following muscles is superior to the latissimus dorsi?
Levator scapulae
Which of the following terms refers to muscle contraction force created by the sliding-filament theory?
tension
A client tells the ACSM-EP about a new diet he is considering. He has friends that are following the diet with great weight-loss results. Which of the following recommendations is most appropriate?
“Consider what your optimal dietary needs are and work to adopt permanent dietary changes.”
An informal way to continually reevaluate the health status of clients would be
observation
The science that applies the study of forces to living organisms is:
biomechanics
Which of the following is ideal for promoting exercise adherence?
Support behavior change strategies using Web-based tools
Which of the following promotes the safest environment for an older adult beginning balance training?
having spotters close by
Which federal agency BEST addresses federal requirements for hiring staff?
department of labor
One of the key questions to ask to determine a client’s stage of change specific to physical activity is:
Are you doing any physical activity?”
Which of the following is a benefit of a drug-free workplace in the fitness industry?
Safety may be enhanced with more alert employees.
In the general population, stroke volume has been shown to plateau at what percentage of VO2 max?
40-60%
What is produced when carbohydrates are broken down during anaerobic glycolysis?
Pyruvate
Which of the following is an acute response to cardiorespiratory exercise?
Increase in stroke volume
An injury to muscle is considered a ______
strain
Dyspnea is defined as:
Abnormally uncomfortable awareness of breathing.
Which of the following muscles exerts an upward pull on the posterior surfaces of the pelvis resulting in a neutral pelvic position?
erector spinae
Your client can leg press one set of 12 repetitions, with a 50 kg load. What weight and repetition range would be most appropriate for progression?
Increase weight to 55 kg and decrease reps to 8
Which of the following is a component of a well-stated goal that will help ensure program satisfaction?
time-bound
Which of the following is a recommended procedure for administering a 1-RM strength test?
Conduct a familiarization period of three to four practice sessions
Which energy system is primarily responsible for resynthesizing ATP during submaximal exercise lasting longer than three minutes?
Oxidative phosphorylation
Fat intake should be no more than ________ of total daily calories.
30%
Which of the following BEST describes the scope of practice for an ACSM-EP?
The specific tasks that an ACSM-EP can perform
For high school and college athletes, preparticipation screening primarily functions to:
Detect potential cardiac issues.
Which of the following is a characteristic of a manager?
System and plan centered
The study of the mechanics of human movement is called:
kinesiology
Your client has set a goal of running 3 times per week for 2 months to increase his fitness level and lose weight. What is the BEST way to measure this goal?
Track the duration and intensity of each workout in a daily log.
Which of the following would result in the GREATEST total training volume?
2 sets x 12 reps with 90 lbs
Which of the following conditions is characterized by limited gas exchange in the lungs?
Chronic restrictive pulmonary disease
Which part of the heart is responsible for pumping deoxygenated blood to the lungs for oxygen loading and carbon dioxide unloading?
right ventricle
Your new client is ready to start training next week. You provide the client with a service introduction packet which must include, at a minimum, which of the following forms?
Health/medical history evaluation, medical clearance form, and informed consent
Which of the following activities relies predominantly on anaerobic glycolysis for energy?
400 meter run
Using social cognitive theory, which of the following best describes a client striving to adopt lifestyle changes?
he client believes he can lose 2 pounds a week for the next two months
The BEST exercise routine for a client with thoracic outlet syndrome would be:
Correcting faulty biomechanics, strengthening the rotator cuff, and stretching the shoulder internal rotators and scalenes.
Which of the following is NOT considered a true joint?
Scapulothoracic
Research has demonstrated that individuals with chronic low back pain show improvements in depression levels with regular participation in:
yoga
If difficulties are encountered in calculating a percentage VO2max for prescribing exercise intensity in cases of cardiac disease, the ACSM-EP should instead consider:
Rating of perceived exertion.
The skill-related components of physical fitness include:
Speed, agility, coordination, balance, power, and reaction time.
Which of the following is ideal for promoting exercise adherence?
Support behavior change strategies using Web-based tools
Clients returning to exercise following greater trochanteric bursitis should generally avoid:
Side-lying exercise positions that compress the lateral hip.
Fat intake should be no more than ________ of total daily calories
30%
Which federal agency BEST addresses federal requirements for hiring staff?
department of labor
which of thee following is a component of a well-stated goal that will help ensure program satisfaction
time-pound
