Section 4 Review 2 Flashcards
Which test provides the most personalized assessment of an individual’s true metabolic function?
Ventilatory threshold (VT1) test
What best defines a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+)?
A detailed questionnaire designed to assess an individual’s physical readiness to engage in structured exercise
In most individuals, to what pressure is the blood pressure cuff inflated when measuring resting blood pressure?
The cuff is inflated to a value of 20 to 30 mm Hg above the point at which the pulse can no longer be felt at the wrist.
Which muscles may be overactive with knee valgus during the overhead squat?
Tensor fascia latae and adductor complex
Which of the following represents a criterion for terminating an exercise test or exercise bout that involves exertion?
Any indication of chest pain or angina-like symptoms
Which type of assessment is typically performed first in the assessment flow?
Static posture
What is the most valid measurement of aerobic fitness?
VO2max
Which of the following is a recommendation when assessing skinfold measurements?
Take a minimum of two measurements at each site; each measurement must be within 1 to 2 mm to take an average at each site.
The PAR-Q+ and preparticipation process reflects what three health indicators?
An individual’s current level of physical activity, the presence of signs and symptoms of disease, and the individual’s desired exercise intensity
What location on the body does NASM recommend for measuring the resting heart rate?
Radial pulse
What principle is hydrostatic underwater weighing based upon?
Archimedes’ principle
What depth is suggested for the overhead squat assessment?
Femur parallel to ground
Into which category would a resting blood pressure score of 128/79 mm Hg fall?
Elevated
What is a body composition assessment technique that estimates body fat percentage by measuring the resistance to the flow of electrical currents introduced into the body?
Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA)
Which of the following tests uses recovery heart rate rather than exercising heart rate to evaluate cardiorespiratory fitness levels?
YMCA 3-minute step test
Which of the following exercises is typically used to measure maximum strength of the lower extremities?
Squat
Which muscles are typically underactive in association with pes planus distortion syndrome?
Anterior and posterior tibialis, and gluteus maximus and medius
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Which of the following exercises is typically used to measure maximum strength of the upper extremities during a pushing movement?
Bench press strength assessment
What step cadence is used during the YMCA 3-minute step test?
A cadence of 96 steps per minute
For which population is the 1.5-mile (2.4-km) run test considered most valid?
College-aged athletes
In which BMI category would you classify Vincent if he has a BMI of 27?
Overweight
Where is the appropriate location to take a waist circumference measurement?
At the narrowest point of the waist, below the rib cage and just above the top of the hip bones (while standing)
How is lower crossed syndrome characterized?
Anterior pelvic tilt and excessive lordosis of the lumbar spine
How often is it recommended to reassess clientele?
Every month
What do you visualize to detect the movement impairment shoulder elevation?
The shoulders moving upward toward the ears
Which postural distortion is characterized by flat feet, knee valgus, and adducted and internally rotated hips?
Pes planus distortion syndrome
Which of the following exercises is typically used to measure muscular endurance of the upper extremities during a pushing movement?
Push-up test
Which type of assessment assesses the alignment of the body while in motion?
Dynamic posture assessment
Which movement assessment is a good assessment of a client’s balance during movement?
Single-leg squat
What step height is used for the YMCA 3-minute step test?
12 inches
What does BMI (body mass index) assess for?
Whether a person’s weight is appropriate for their height
Which muscles are typically underactive with knee valgus during the single-leg squat?
Gluteus maximus and medius
What is Bernadette’s waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) if she is measured with a waist circumference of 28 inches and a hip circumference of 33 inches?
0.85
Which muscle would be considered overactive, leading to arms falling forward during the overhead squat assessment?
Latissimus dorsi
Which muscles are typically underactive in association with lower crossed syndrome?
Abdominals
What artery is used to measure blood pressure?
Brachial artery
Which muscle would be considered underactive, leading to the excessive forward trunk lean during the overhead squat assessment?
Gluteus maximus
What population is the VT2 talk test appropriate for?
Individuals with performance goals
For which movement impairment would you see the knees bow outward?
Knee varus
Which postural distortion is characterized by a forward head and rounded shoulders?
Upper crossed syndrome
How can diastolic blood pressure be defined?
The pressure in arteries and other blood vessels when the heart is at rest or between beats; the second (bottom) number recorded
What term refers to the ability of a test to produce consistent and repeatable results?
Reliability
Which of the following intensities best represents VT2 during the incremental test protocol?
When the individual responds with “no” when asked, “Can you speak competently?”
Which term defines the degree to which a test specifically measures what it is intended to measure?
Validity
Which movement assessment utilizes weighted pullies to assess a pushing movement?
Standing push assessment
Which of the following is the initial assessment that should be completed prior to starting any exercise or training program?
Health risk assessment
Which of the following tests is designed to test reaction capabilities, acceleration, and maximal sprinting speed?
40-yard dash
From the list of assessments provided, which should be conducted first to preserve its validity?
Body composition
Which postural distortion is characterized by anterior pelvic tilt and excessive lordosis (extension) of the lumbar spine?
Lower crossed syndrome
Which muscles are typically overactive when the feet turn out?
Gastrocnemius and soleus
What interventions are suggested for an individual with a resting blood pressure of 134/86 mm Hg?
Some lifestyle changes coupled with some medical monitoring
When is a muscle considered overactive?
When it is in a state of elevated neural activity (compared to its antagonist muscle), which causes the muscle to be held in a chronic state of contraction
What is the physiological process by which the body maintains a relatively constant internal body temperature, including events like sweating to cool the body and shivering to warm the body?
Thermoregulation
Which of the following tests is used to measure lateral speed and agility?
Lower extremity functional test (LEFT)
What is the best description of a steady-state heart rate?
Any stage at which the physiological response of heart rate from the cardiovascular system becomes relatively constant in relation to the amount of work being performed
Waist circumference acts as an important indicator for diseases such as what?
Heart disease and diabetes
Where is it most common to take an individual’s circumference measurement to assess health risk?
Waist
