Section 4 Flashcards
What is the primary biological purpose of the hormone leptin?
Facilitate energy intake when energy storage is low
What is the recommended daily caloric deficit range needed to achieve a weekly weight-loss goal of 1 to 2 lbs?
500-1,000 kcal
An ACE CPT is working w/ a very active client who has asked about guidelines for protein intake. The client currently weighs 210 lbs (95.45 kg). According to the Recommended Dietary Allowance(RDA), how much protein is most appropriate for this client to consumer daily?
133 to 163g
What is the most appropriate cardio assessment to determine intensity levels for a deconditioned client?
Talk test
A client w/ obesity is participating in an exercise session & states that it is beginning to become difficult to talk during exercise & that the exercise has become somewhat hard. Using the 0 to 10 rating of perceived exertion, what intensity rating is the client most likely referring to?
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What is the most important factor for an ACE CPT to consider when designing an initial exercise program for a client with overweight or obesity?
Selecting exercises that the client will enjoy
What is the most appropriate amt of weekly exercise time to prevent significant weight gain, reduce associated chronic disease risk factors & produce modest weight loss for individuals w/ overweight or obesity?
150 to 250 minutes
When increased too much or too soon, which factor most increases the risk of potential musculoskeletal injury in a client w/ overweight or obesity?
intensity
In which section of a SOAP note would it be most appropriate to document a client’s reporting of his or her own fitness levels as well as your notes regrading how the client feels about the exercise program?
Subjective
A new client w/ low-risk coronary artery disease wants to start a muscular-training program w/ an ACE CPT. Which of the followign is the best initial program design?
a) using free weights (40-60% of 1-RM), complete 1 set of exercises for all major muscle groups
b) using free weights (65-80% of 1-RM), complete 1 set of exercises for all major muscle groups
c) using selectorized machines (40-60% of 1-RM), complete 2-3 sets of exercises for all major muscle groups
d) using selectorized machines (65-80% of 1-RM), complete one set of exercises for all major muscle groups
a) using free weights (40-60% of 1-RM), complete 1 set of exercises for all major muscle groups
According to the 2017 Amer. College of Cardiology & American Heart Ass. guidelines, which of the following blood pressure readings would be categorized as stage 2 hypertension?
a) 140/82
b) 138/88
c) 132/82
d) 128/84
a) 140/82
What is the recommended muscular training program for a client w/ osteoarthritis?
Frequency: 2-3 days/week,
Intensity: 50-80% of 1-RM;
Time: 2-4 sets, 8-12 exercises
What is the primary goal of an exercise program for a client w/ rheumatoid arthritis?
strengthen the muscles around affected joints
Clients w/ arthritis are at increased risk for what condition?
Cardiovascular disease
What is the recommended initial frequency of muscular training for a client w/ osteoporosis?
1-2 nonconsecutive days
What is the definition of exercise-induced bronchoconstriction?
temporary narrowing of the airways following moderate to vigorous exercise
What is the recommended exercise time for a client diagnosed w/ metabolic syndrome & who has a weight-loss goal?
50-60 minutes
What describes a way an ACE PT can have a positive impact on a child’s perception of exercise?
Make the activities fun
Which of the following puts children at greater risk of heat-related illnesses compared to adults?
a) diminished sweating capacity
b) lower ratio of body surface area to mass
c) higher cardiac output
d) higher exercise economy
a) diminished sweating capacity
When designing an exercise program for youth, what is one of the most important components for the ACE CPT to include?
Using all 3 planes of motion
What is the recommended frequency of aerobic activity for children & adolescents?
Seven days a week
Which of the following should be the focus of a training program performed early in a pregnancy when designing a program for a pregnant woman?
a) body-weight exercises
b) upper-body strength
c) posterior leg & trunk strength
d) lo-back discomfort
c) posterior leg & trunk strength
According to the Amer. College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists, what is the recommended time & freq for a healthy woman who is pregnant?
150 minutes over 3 days per week
What are the ACOG recommendations for a woman to resume exercise after delivery?
Daily activity of 20-30 minutes
What describes the result of muscle mass decline in older clients?
reduced muscular strength
On a phys. exertion scale of 0 to 10, what is the suggested aerobic exercise intensity for older adults?
5-6 moderate intensity & 7-8 for vigorous intensity
What type of stretching should be avoided when working with older adults?
Ballistic
How long does the acute inflammatory phase last after an injury?
3 to 4 days
An ACE CPT is working w/ a client whose injury fails to progress through the stages of healing, & acute inflammation is present for months. What is the best category for this injury?
Chronic
During which stage of healing should an ACE CPT suggest gentle, pain-free movement?
Repair
A client who is cleared to exercise following PT is hesitant to work out & claims she is feeling pain during the exercise session. What is the best approach to take w/ this client?
Empathize with the client, identify the level of pain & explain that you can offer exercise modifications that would provide a pain-free experience
What type of stretching is most effective during the cool-down for a client post-injury?
Static
An ACE CPT is developing a program for a client w/ low-back pain, w/ a goal of targeting the lateral muscles of teh torso in order to optimize stability. Which of the following would be best option to achieve this goal?
a) bird dog
b) side bridge
c) modified curl-up
d) cat-cow
b) side bridge
When selecting exercises to improve knee function, what should be the first step?
Addressing any imbalances between the right & left sides
For a client returning to training after an ankle sprain, which of the following exercises should be used w/ caution?
a) lateral shuffles
b) ankle circles
c) reverse lunge
d) calf raises
A) lateral shuffles
