Testing Concepts, Screening and Communication

Question 1

2 things to consider when discussing the ease of test administration and what they entail

Answer 1

1. How easy is it: For the client to perform the test, and for the tester and participant to interact
2. how feasible is it in terms of: staff requirements and training, equipment requirements and availability, and associated costs

Question 2

The pros of laboratory tests

Answer 2

• controlled environment from the equipment down to the barometric pressure in the room
• Higher caliber allowing you to be more precise, reliable and valid

Question 3

the cons of laboratory tests

Answer 3

• may not reflect the environment of the sport
• expensive
• has to be calibrated and set up (timely)

Question 4

the pros of field tests

Answer 4

• cost and time efficient

- specific to the sport

Question 5

cons of field tests

Answer 5

• may not be as valid and reliable

Question 6

4 test important test characteristics when selecting a test

Answer 6

1. does the end justify the means
2. discriminations: ability to differentiate between ppl
3. practicality and mass testability: feasibility within constraints of time, cost etc
4. testing sequence

Question 7

what sequence do you perform a test? (CSEP)

Answer 7

1. screening: PAR Q, consent, observation, resting HR and BP
2. body comp: waist girth
3. aerobic fitness
4. muscoluskeletal fitness: grip strength, push up, sit and reach, vert jump, back extension
5. balance: 1 leg stance

Question 8

What sequence of test items according to NSCA ?

Answer 8

1. Screening
2. non fatiguing tests: body comp, vert jump, sit and reach, vert jump
3. agility tests
4. max power and strength: 1RM squat, and bench press
5. Sprint test : 40 yrd dash
6. local muscle endurance: push ups, curl ups
7. fatiguing anaerobic: 400 m run
8. aerobic power/ capacity

Question 9

interpretation of test results to indicate a persons performance in comparison to a set of standards or norms

• -> the score can be?
• -> standards can be?

Answer 9

ease of normative data comparison

• best score or mean of score trials
• criterion- referenced or norm referenced

Question 10

pass/ fail scores (minimum proficiency score)

Answer 10

criterion - referenced

Question 11

rates performance in relation to norms

Answer 11

norm referenced standards

Question 12

norm referenced scores are commonly used in ?

may ass meaning for clients by?

Answer 12

• health and performance testing

- incorporating data interpretation tables

Question 13

4 things to consider when selecting norm values

Answer 13

1. type of test and protocol used
2. definition and demographics of population being compared too
3. test administered by certified professionals
4. values published by reputable source

Question 14

every participant/client should expect the right to: (3)

Answer 14

1. fair and equitable treatment
2. privacy, anonymity and confidentiality
3. a safe and positive testing experience

Question 15

3 factors of privacy, anonymity and confidentiality

Answer 15

• not always possible with team or field work
• participants should be made aware of who will see their results and or how results will be shared
• data security

Question 16

5 steps of the CSEP (at a glance)

Answer 16

1. ASK: get to know the client
2. ASSESS: Physical activity, fitness & lifestyle
3. ADVISE: evaluation report and discussion
4. AGREE: devise an action plan
5. ASSIST and ARRANGE: providing continuing support

Question 17

8 things collected in the ASK step (one ting missing from CSEP manual)

Answer 17

• welcome letter
• abilities for active living Q (AAL-Q)
• physical activity and readiness Q (PAR-Q)
• PARmed -X for pregnancy
• physician physical activity readiness clearance
• informed consent
• quick reference
• client info sheet
• -> missing: HR and BP

Question 18

3 reasons why we screen

Answer 18

1. professional
2. ethical
3. legal

Question 19

3 responsibilities of tester

Answer 19

1. know emergency procedures, phone #s
2. know clients contact info and physician should be provided on clients info form
3. record details on incident report

Question 20

preliminary instructions for clients helps with ________ and should be provided in writing at least _____ hours in advance of test

Answer 20

• standardization

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Question 21

the preliminary instructions should address:

Answer 21

• appropriate dress
• food and beverage (void 2 hours before)
• caffeine (avoid 2 hours before)
• smoking (2 hours before)
• alcohol (6 hours)
• exercise (avoid 6 hrs, moderate 24 and strenuous 48 hours)

Question 22

5 components of pre test screening

Answer 22

1. GAQ/PAR Q+/health Q
2. consent form
3. resting HR
4. resting BP
5. Observation

Question 23

how do clarify the term ‘heart condition for clients”

Answer 23

a broad term used to include heart attacks, angina, congenital heart disease, heart valve disease, congestive heart failure, and use of heart medications
–> do not try to interpret there symptoms

Question 24

how do you clarify the term ‘dizziness’ for clients

Answer 24

also known as light headedness, usually associated with a feeling of instability

Question 25

what is the Get Active Questionnaire

Answer 25

self administered form to help identify individuals who should consult an appropriate health care provider or exercise professional prior to become more physically active
- looser language to try and promote exercise as beneficial

Question 26

9 signs and symptoms of CV, pulmonary, renal and metabolic disease

Answer 26

• pain or discomfort in the chest, neck, jaw, arms or other areas that may result from ischemia
• shortness of breath at rest or with mild exertion
• dizziness or syncope
• orthopnea or nocturnal dyspnea
• ankle edema
• palpitations or tachycardia
• intermittent claudication
• known heart murmur
• unusual fatigue or shortness of breath with usual activities

Question 27

2 essential components of informed consent

Answer 27

1. benefits of assessment

2. risks of assessment

Question 28

when filling out informed consent, clients should be made aware that they: (3)

Answer 28

1. are participating voluntarily
2. have responsibility to inform testers of any problems they are experiencing
3. are free to withdraw from participation at any time

Question 29

informed consent guidelines

Answer 29

• Consent form must be read, understood, and
  signed prior to test administration
• If under age of majority, have parent or
  guardian sign form
• Should also be witness at time of test
• Should be age of majority and independent of test
• Check for questions and understanding after
  consent form is signed

Question 30

a test should be cancelled or postponed if any of the following is observed Client is pregnant and doesn’t have medical consent

Answer 30

• Difficulty breathing at rest
• Coughing persistently
• Ill or with fever
• Lower extremity swelling
• On medication for cardiovascular or metabolic function
• Have clearly ignored the preliminary instructions
• Refuse to answer any portion of the consent or health
  history form (ie. GAQ/PAR-Q+/etc)

Question 31

what are the screening cutoffs for BP and HR ?

Answer 31

• resting HR > 100
• resting SBP > 160 mmHg
• Resting DBP > 90 mmHg
• -> if high have them sit for 5 and if still high refer to medical

Question 32

6 components of discussing the results

Answer 32

• be optimistic
• key to having a successful debrief is to NOT rush through the results
• use appropriate norm referencing and explain results to client
• always leave them their results in a form that is meaningful for them
• highlight areas that are especially important
• keep a file for yourself

Question 33

3 ways to interpret results

Answer 33

1. health benefit ratings (CSEP) classifications
2. norms/percentiles
3. pre and post testing to determine percent improvement