ACE-Section 4 Quiz

An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is conducting an interview with a new client with obesity who has a physician referral to begin an exercise program. Which of the following best demonstrates a motivational interviewing approach?

"what steps do you feel would be best to take to improve your health?

Which of the following is the recommended initial frequency of muscular training for a client with osteoporosis?

1-2 nonconsecutive days/week

An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a very active adult client who has asked about guidelines for protein intake. The client currently weighs 210 pounds. According to the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), how much protein is most appropriate for this client to consume daily?

133 to 163 g

According to the 2017 American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association guidelines, which of the following blood pressure readings would be categorized as stage 2 hypertension?

140/82 mmHg

According to the ACOG, what is the recommended time and frequency of exercise for a healthy woman who is pregnant?

150 minutes over three days per week

Which of the following would be the most appropriate amount of weekly exercise time to prevent significant weight gain, reduce associated chronic disease risk factors, and produce modest weight loss for individuals with overweight or obesity?

150 to 200 minutes

A client with obesity is participating in an exercise session and states that it is beginning to become difficult to talk during exercise and that the exercise has become somewhat hard. Using the 0 to 10 rating of perceived exertion (RPE) scale, to which of the following intensity ratings if the client most likely referring?

4

On a physical exertion scale of 0 to 10, what is the suggested aerobic exercise intensity for older adults?

5-6 moderate intensity and 7-8 for vigorous intensity

Which of the following is the recommended exercise time for a client diagnosed with metabolic syndrome who has a weight-loss goal?

50-60 minutes per session

Which of the following is the recommended daily caloric deficit range needed to achieve a weekly weight-loss goal of 1 to 2 pounds?

500 to 1,000 kcal

When selecting exercises to improve knee function, which of the following should be the first step?

Addressing any imbalances between right and left sides

What type of stretching should be avoided when working with older adults?

Ballistic

Which of the following is the best course of action for a client suspected of having a bone fracture in the leg?

Call EMS

Clients with arthritis are at increased risk for which of the following conditions?

Cardiovascular disease

An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client whose injury fails to progress through the stages of healing, and acute inflammation is present for months. Which of the following best categorizes this injury?

Chronic

What are the ACOG recommendations for a woman to resume exercise after delivery?

Daily activity of 20-30 minutes

Which of the following puts children at greater risk of health-related illnesses compared to adults?

Diminished sweating capacity

A client who is cleared to exercise following physical therapy is hesitant to work out and claims she is feeling pain during the exercise session. Which of the following would be the best approach to take with this client?

Empathize with the client, identify the level of pain, and explain that you can offer exercise modifications that would provide a pain-free experience.

Which of the following is the primary biological purpose of the hormone leptin?

Facilitate energy intake when energy storage is too low.

Which of the following would be recommended muscular-training program for a client with osteoarthritis?

Frequency: 2-3 days/week, Intensity: 50-80% of 1-RM, Time 2-4 sets of 8-12 exercises.

When increased too much or too soon, which of the following factors most increases the risk of potential musculoskeletal injury in a client with overweight or obesity?

Intensity

Which of the following types of exercise would be contraindicated for a client with overweight or obesity?

Jumping

For a client returning to training after an ankle sprain, which of the following exercises should be used with caution?

Lateral shuffles

A client has recently lost a significantly amount of weight and is looking for recommendations for maintaining the weight loss. Which of the following is the most appropriate recommendation?

Maintain a food diary, record exercise activity, and monitor weight

Which of the following describes a way an ACE Certified personal trainer can have a positive impact on a child's perception of exercise?

Make the activities fun

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?

Posterior leg and trunk strength

Which of the following best describes the result of muscle mass decline in older adults?

Reduced muscular strength

During which stage of healing should an ACE Certified Personal Trainer suggest gentile, pain-free movement?

Repair

Which of the following is the most important factor for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer 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 recommended frequency of aerobic activity for children and adolescents?

Seven days per week

An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is developing a program for a client with low-back pain, with a goal of targeting the lateral muscles of the torso in order to optimize stability. Which of the following exercises would be the best option to achieve this goal?

Side bridge

Which type of stretching is most effective during the cool-down for a client post-injury?

Static

Which of the following is a primary goal of an exercise program for a client with rheumatoid arthritis?

Strengthen the muscles around affected joints

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 regarding how the client feels about the exercise program?

Subjective

Which of the following is the most appropriate cardiorespiratory assessment to determine intensity levels for a deconditioned client?

Talk test

Which of the following best defines exercise-induced bronchoconstriction?

Temporary narrowing of the airways following moderate to vigorous exercise

During a client's preparticipation health screening, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer learns that the client has some existing medical conditions. Who is most appropriate to provide approval before beginning an exercise program?

The client's healthcare professional

How long does acute inflammatory phase last after an injury?

Three to four days

When designing an exercise program for youth, what is one of the most important components for the ACE Certified personal trainer to include?

Use all three planes of motion

A new client with low-risk coronary artery disease wants to start muscular-training program with an ACE Certified Personal Trainer. Which of the following is the best initial program design?

Using free weights (40-60% of 1-RM), complete one set of exercises for all major muscle groups.