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Which of the following is not a component of the informed consent process? A) Freedom of consent B) Purpose C) Age and ethnicity D) Risks and discomforts
C
An intervention designed to prevent an initial occurrence of a disease is known as A) primary prevention. B) secondary prevention. C) tertiary prevention. D) nonsense: You cannot prevent the initial occurrence of a disease.
A
Android obesity is characterized by A) more fat on the trunk (abdominal fat). B) large subcutaneous fat deposits around the hips and buttocks. C) the fact that it only occurs in females. D) fatty deposits under the skin known as xanthomas.
A
Based on the U.S. Surgeon General's Report of 1996, which of the following IS TRUE? A) Important health benefits can be obtained by including a moderate amount of physical activity on most, if not all, days of the week. B) Americans are becoming more obese because they lack enough sleep, carbohydrates, and protein in the meals they eat. C) An exercise program must consist of aerobic activities of 30 min or more twice a week to be effective. D)Exercise programs can only be effective if they involve both small and large muscle groups and are done every day.
A
Body weight, resting blood pressure, auscultation of the lungs, palpation of the lower extremities, tests of neurologic function, and apical pulse rate and rhythm are all components of A) a physical examination. B) laboratory tests prior to graded exercise testing. C) an examination only provided to patients in the high-risk category. D) a detailed medical history.
A
Clinical decisions regarding blood pressure should be based on the average of A) two or more properly measured, seated blood pressure readings recorded during each of two or more office visits. B) two or more properly measured, seated blood pressure readings recorded during a single office visit. C) three blood pressure readings, one each in the supine, sitting, and standing positions. D) multiple supine measurements taken over the course of a single office visit.
A
Compared to previous editions of the Guidelines, this version (the 10th edition) A) eliminates the use of risk factors during the exercise preparticipation health screening process. B) uses the term risk stratification only for patients with musculoskeletal disease. C) supports the public health message of sedentary behavior for all. D) emphasizes identifying those without disease because they are at greatest risk for an exercise-related cardiac event.
A
Discomfort (e.g., pressure, tingling, pain, heaviness, burning, tightness, squeezing, numbness) in the chest, jaw, neck, back, or arms is referred to as A) symptoms. B) disease. C) bothersome but not medically relevant. D) a medical diagnosis.
A
From several accounts, the greatest cause of exercise-related death among young athletes is A) hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. B) thromboembolism. C) coronary artery aneurysm. D)myocardial scarring.
A
Physical activity is defined as A) Any bodily movement produced by the contraction of skeletal muscles that results in a substantial increase in caloric requirements over resting energy expenditure. B) A type of physical activity consisting of planned, structured, and repetitive bodily movement done to improve and/or maintain one or more components of physical fitness. C) A set of attributes or characteristics that people have or achieve that relates to the ability to perform physical activity. D) A broad range of activities that are designed to enhance reaction and hand-eye coordination.
A
Potential exercise program participants should be screened for the presence and/or signs and symptoms of various cardiovascular, metabolic, and renal diseases to A) optimize safety during exercise participation. B) increase the likelihood that participants will drop out. C) encourage them to participate in vigorous exercise. D)increase revenue generation.
A
Risk stratification of cardiac patients (patients with known disease) includes lowest risk, moderate risk, and high risk according to the AACVPR. Which of the following places a patient into the moderate-risk category? A) Mild to moderate level of silent ischemia during exercise testing or recovery (ST-segment depression <2 mm from baseline) B) Presence of complex ventricular dysrhythmias during exercise testing or recovery C) Functional capacity ≥7 METs D) Rest ejection fraction <40%
A
Test anxiety, emotional problems, food in the stomach, bladder distention, room temperature, and ventilation should be A) considered a threat to physical fitness testing validity and reliability. B) controlled as much as possible, but nothing can be done to control all of these factors. C) a consideration when testing someone for physical fitness but not necessary to completely control. D) increased as much as possible.
A
The ability to use the senses, such as sight and hearing, together with body parts in performing tasks smoothly and accurately is known as A) coordination. B)balance. C)agility. D)reaction time.
A
The exercise preparticipation health screening process is based on A) physical activity level; signs and symptoms of cardiovascular, metabolic, or renal disease; presence of known cardiovascular, metabolic, or renal disease. B)resting heart rate, resting blood pressure, and height and weight. C)informed consent, PAR-Q, and medical clearance. D)cardiovascular disease risk factors, medical history, and informed consent.
A
The highest risk of cardiovascular events occurs in those individuals with diagnosed coronary artery disease. How many cardiac arrests per patient-hours can be expected? A) One cardiac arrest per 116,906 patient-hours B) One myocardial infarction per 10,000 patient-hours C) One fatality per 1,007 patient-hours D) One cardiac arrest and one myocardial infarction per 11,976 patient-hours
A
The information obtained from health-related physical fitness testing, in combination with the individual's health and medical information, is used by the health and fitness professional to A) enable an individual to achieve specific health/fitness goals. B) diagnose specific cardiovascular diseases. C) prepare a patient for surgery. D) uncover otherwise unknown disease processes that may hinder the exercise program.
A
True or False? A sedentary 35-year-old female with controlled Type 2 diabetes mellitus and no signs or symptoms should get medical clearance prior to starting a moderate intensity exercise program. A) True B) False
A
What is the goal of ATP III when it comes to lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease? A) LDL cholesterol <100 B) HDL cholesterol <40 C) Total cholesterol <210 D) A combined total cholesterol <200 and an HDL cholesterol <40
A
Wheezes, rales, and crackles come from the A) lungs. B) heart. C) liver. D) pancreas.
A
Which of the following individuals has a cardiovascular disease risk factor? A) Cigarette smoker who quit 3 mo ago B) Someone who began a regular exercise program a year ago C) A client with a blood pressure of 138/82 mm Hg D) A client with a BMI of 24
A
Which of the following is considered a health-related physical fitness component? A)Cardiorespiratory endurance B)Agility C)Coordination D)Reaction time
A
Which of the following is considered to be a restrictive disorder? A) Pulmonary fibrosis B) Asthma C) Chronic bronchitis D) Emphysema
A
Which of the following is defined as a loss of consciousness? A) Syncope B) Orthopnea C) Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea D) Angina
A
Which of the following is not a primary recommendation from the ACSM-AHA physical activity and public health update? A) All healthy adults aged 18-65 yr need high-intensity aerobic physical activity for a minimum of 30 min 5 d · wk-1 or moderate activity for a minimum of 45 min 5 d · wk-1. B) Moderate-intensity aerobic activity can be accumulated toward the 30 min minimum by performing bouts each lasting 10 or more minutes. C) Every adult should perform activities that maintain or increase muscular strength and endurance a minimum of 2 d · wk-1. D) Because of the dose-response relationship between physical activity and health, persons who wish to further improve their personal fitness, reduce their risk for chronic diseases and disabilities, and/or prevent unhealthy weight gain may benefit by exceeding the minimum recommended amounts of physical activity.
A
Which of the following is the appropriate room temperature and humidity for a health-related fitness test? A) 68° to 72° F (20° to 22° C) and humidity of <60% B) 75° to 80° F (24° to 27° C) and humidity of >60% C) 58° to 68° F (14° to 20° C) and humidity of <60% D) Depends on where the person lives
A
Which of the following items are no longer associated with ACSM's exercise preparticipation health screening procedures? A) Identification of cardiovascular disease risk factors B) Identification of signs and symptoms of cardiovascular disease C) Identification of signs and symptoms of metabolic disease D) Identification of known cardiovascular disease
A
Why is the risk of sudden cardiac death or acute myocardial infarction higher in middle-aged and older adults than in younger individuals? A) There is a higher prevalence of cardiovascular disease in the older population. B) Older adults exercise more frequently. C) Young people engage in lower intensity exercise when compared to older people. aa D) Smoking is more prevalent in the older adult.
A
22. Which of the following is considered to be the absolute annual risk of exercise-related sudden death among high school and college athletes? A) 1 in 200,000 men and 500,000 women B) 1 in 133,000 men and 769,000 women C) 1 in 100 D)1 in 267,000 men and 268,000 women
B
35. Self-guided screening for physical activity can be best described as A) one whereby the health fitness/clinical assessment is conducted by and the exercise program is designed and supervised by appropriately trained personnel that possess academic training and practical/clinical knowledge and skills. B) a self-report medical history or health risk appraisal that should be done by all people wishing to initiate a physical activity program and is completed with little or no input or supervision from an exercise or health/fitness professional. C) one that is often conducted within the confines of a physician's office because of secrecy and patient confidentiality. D) often misunderstood by exercise professionals because it is inherently misunderstood by the client and is subject to the client not being truthful.
B
81. Which of the following is not a CVD risk factor? A) Age B) Ethnicity C) Diabetes D) Obesity
B
According to a recent survey, what percentage of U.S. adults meet aerobic activity guidelines? A) 65% B)51.6% C)46% D)22%
B
Dyspnea can be defined as A) substernal chest pain. B) an abnormally uncomfortable awareness of breathing. C) syncope. D) orthopnea.
B
Exercise is defined as A) Any bodily movement produced by the contraction of skeletal muscles that results in a substantial increase over resting energy expenditure. B)A type of physical activity consisting of planned, structured, and repetitive bodily movement done to improve and/or maintain one or more components of physical fitness. C)A set of attributes or characteristics that people have or achieve that relates to the ability to perform physical activity. D)A broad range of activities that are designed to enhance reaction and hand-eye coordination.
B
For which of the following is there insufficient data to determine if a relationship exists with physical activity? A) Cardiovascular disease B) Weight maintenance C) Metabolic health D) Depression and distress
B
It is well established that excess body fat, particularly when located _______________, is associated with hypertension, the metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, stroke, cardiovascular disease, and dyslipidemia. A) around the hips and buttocks B) centrally around the abdomen C) around the hips in women D) on the hips and in the abdomen for men only
B
Murmurs, clicks, and gallop rhythms come from the A) lungs. B) heart. C) liver. D) pancreas.
B
Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea is defined as A) chronic pain in the chest that is often described as a dull ache. B) shortness of breath brought that usually begins 2-5 h after the onset of sleep. C) shortness of breath occurring only in the recumbent position. D) the pain that occurs in a muscle with inadequate blood supply.
B
Regardless of participation in regular exercise, an exercise professional should advise a participant to seek medical clearance prior to participating in an exercise program under which of the following condition(s). A) If the participant is asymptomatic and has no cardiovascular, metabolic, or renal disease B) If the participant is symptomatic and has no cardiovascular, metabolic, or renal disease C) If the participant is asymptomatic and has cardiovascular, metabolic, or renal disease D)All of the above
B
The ability to perform large-muscle, dynamic, moderate- to high-intensity exercise for prolonged periods is known as A) muscular fitness. B) cardiorespiratory fitness. C) maximal oxygen consumption. D) muscular endurance.
B
The maintenance of equilibrium while stationary or moving is known as A) coordination. B)balance. C)agility. D)reaction time.
B
True or False? An individual who has Type 2 diabetes and does not participate in regular exercise does not need medical clearance prior to engaging in moderate intensity aerobic exercise. A) True B) False
B
Which of the following best describes the waist-to-hip ratio? A) Circumference of the hips divided by the circumference of the waist B) Circumference of the waist divided by the circumference of the hips C) Skinfold measurement of the hip subtracted by the circumference of the waist D) Skinfold measurement of the hip added to the circumference of the waist
B
Which of the following group of diseases is not considered during the exercise preparticipation health screening process? A) Cardiovascular disease B) Pulmonary disease C) Metabolic disease D) Renal disease
B
Which of the following has been defined as "moderate" physical activity? A) <3 METs B) 3-<6 METs C) ≥6-9 METs D)>9 METs
B
Which of the following is a purpose of health-related fitness testing? A) Comparing a 50-yr-old male with a 30-yr-old of the same gender to determine how much deterioration has gone on in 20 yr B) Educating participants about their present health-related fitness status relative to health-related standards and age- and sex-matched norms C) Creating a social support network so that the patient or client will feel compelled to exercise regularly D) Collecting baseline data only for the purpose of gender and age comparisons
B
Which of the following is considered to be an obstructive airway disease? A) Kyphoscoliosis B) Asthma C) Pulmonary fibrosis D) Interstitial lung diseases
B
Which of the following is not true regarding the benefits of regular physical activity and primary and secondary prevention programs? A) Higher activity and/or fitness levels are associated with lower death rates from coronary artery disease. B) Higher activity and/or fitness levels are associated with higher incidence rates for cancer of the colon and breast. C) Based on meta-analyses (pooled data across studies), cardiovascular and all-cause mortality are reduced in patients with postmyocardial infarction who participate in cardiac rehabilitation exercise training, especially as a component of multifactorial risk factor reduction. D) Randomized controlled trials of cardiac rehabilitation exercise training involving patients with postmyocardial infarction do not support a reduction in the rate of nonfatal reinfarction.
B
Which of the following lipids and lipoproteins is strongly and inversely associated with the risk for cardiovascular disease? A) LDL cholesterol B) HDL cholesterol C) Total cholesterol D) Triglycerides
B
Which of the following statements is accurate concerning goal BP? A) The European Society for Hypertension (ESH) and the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) consider the goal BP for patients 60-79 yr old to be <150/90 mm Hg. B) JNC 8 consider the goal BP for patients 60-79 yr old to be <150/90 mm Hg. C) JNC 8 consider the goal BP for patients 60-79 yr old to be <140/90 mm Hg. D) None of the above
B
Which of the following statements is true regarding the informed consent? A) Obtaining adequate informed consent from participants before exercise testing and participation in an exercise program is an important ethical but not legal consideration. B) The consent form should be verbally explained and include a statement indicating that the patient has been given an opportunity to ask questions about the procedure and has sufficient information to give informed consent. C) The consent form must indicate that the participant is not free to withdraw from the procedure at any time once he or she signs the document. D) If the participant is a minor, a legal guardian or parent need not sign the consent form.
B
Which one of the following factors is not associated with musculoskeletal injury? A) Exercise intensity B)Exercise duration C)Nature of the activity D)Musculoskeletal anomalies
B
34. The American College of Sports Medicine recognizes the risk stratification procedures of which other organization? A) NSCA B) YMCA C) AACVPR D) ACE
C
According to a recent survey, what percentage of U.S. adults meet muscle strengthening guidelines? A) 65% B) 41.1% C) 29.3% D) 12%
C
According to the Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure, a "normal" blood pressure is A) 120-139 mm Hg systolic and 80-89 mm Hg diastolic. B) 120-159 mm Hg systolic and 80-99 mm Hg diastolic. C) <120 mm Hg systolic and <80 mm Hg diastolic. D) <140 mm Hg systolic and <90 mm Hg diastolic.
C
An individual who participates in regular vigorous intensity aerobic exercise feels discomfort in their chest and neck. That person should A) see his or her doctor if symptoms continue for more than 1 week. B) assume that the pain is a muscle pull. C) discontinue exercise and seek medical clearance. D) see his or her doctor if symptoms continue for more than 1 month.
C
Appropriate components of the medical history do not include A) a medical diagnosis. B) previous physical examination findings. C) questions about social support mechanisms. D)history of symptoms.
C
Identification of persons with cardiovascular disease and those at high risk of developing cardiovascular disease are facilitated by review of previous test results such as coronary angiography, nuclear imaging, echocardiography, or coronary artery calcium score studies. Additional testing may include A) a chest radiograph. B) pulmonary function tests. C) ambulatory electrocardiogram (Holter) monitoring. D) oximetry.
C
Orthopnea refers to A) dull ache or "knifelike," sharp, stabbing pain in the chest. B) shortness of breath. C) dyspnea occurring at rest in the recumbent position. D) an unpleasant awareness of the forceful or rapid beating of the heart.
C
Physical fitness is defined as A) any bodily movement produced by the contraction of skeletal muscles that results in a substantial increase over resting energy expenditure. B) a type of PA consisting of planned, structured, and repetitive bodily movement done to improve or maintain one or more components of physical fitness. C)the ability to carry out daily tasks with vigor and alertness, without undue fatigue, and with ample energy to enjoy leisure-time pursuits and meet unforeseen emergencies. D)a broad range of activities that are designed to enhance reaction and hand-eye coordination.
C
The Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease has classified the severity of COPD into four stages based on postbronchodilator FEV1.0. Stage IV is very severe. At what point is the FEV1.0 considered this stage of disease? A) ≥80% B) ≥50% C) <30% D) <40%
C
The ability to change the position of the body in space with speed and accuracy is known as A)coordination. B)balance. C)agility. D)reaction time.
C
The principle behind body composition assessment by using skinfold measurements is that A) it is simple to use and can be administered by anyone. B) it correlates well with height and weight measurements but not hydrodensitometry. C) the amount of subcutaneous fat is proportional to the total amount of body fat. D) it is quick, can be administered by a trained technician, and has a very high correlation to other methods.
C
What percentage of American adults is classified as overweight or obese and obese? A) 33% and 50%, respectively B) 50% and 60%, respectively C) 69% and 35%, respectively D) 90% and 75%, respectively
C
Which of the following has been identified as the target for lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease when addressing issues of lipids and lipoproteins? A) Reducing total cholesterol B) Increasing HDL cholesterol C) Lowering LDL cholesterol D) Increasing LDL cholesterol
C
Which of the following is a negative risk factor for cardiovascular disease? A) BMI of 32 kg · m-2 B) Total cholesterol of 200 mg · dL-1 (5.18 mmol · L-1) C) HDL cholesterol of 62 mg · dL-1 (1.57 mmol · L-1) D) Waist girth of 103 cm
C
Which of the following is diminished with obstructive airway diseases? A) Forced vital capacity (FVC) B) Forced expiratory volume in 1 s (FEV1.0) C) FEV1.0/FVC ratio D) Arterial partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PaCO2)
C
Which of the following is false regarding the components of health-related physical fitness? A) They have a strong relationship with good health. B) They are characterized by an ability to perform daily activities with vigor. C) They can predict high levels of athletic performance. D) They are associated with a lower prevalence of chronic disease and health conditions and their risk factors.
C
Which of the following is not a cardiovascular disease risk factor? A) Men >45 yr of age; women >55 yr of age B) BMI of 31 kg · m-2 C) Blood pressure of 138/82 mm Hg D) HDL cholesterol <40 mg · dL-1 (1.04 mmol · L-1)
C
Which of the following is not a symptom of coronary artery disease? A) Pain or discomfort (or other anginal equivalent) in the chest, neck, jaw, arms, or other areas that may result from ischemia B) Shortness of breath at rest or with mild exertion C) Swollen hands D) Dizziness or syncope
C
Which of the following is not an indication for spirometry? A) To evaluate symptoms, signs, or abnormal laboratory tests B) To measure the effect of disease on pulmonary function C) To measure maximal oxygen consumption D) To screen individuals at risk of having pulmonary disease
C
Which of the following is the estimated overall cardiac arrest and SCD incidence rates among runners? A) 1 per 150,000 and 1 per 356,000 runners, respectively B) 1 per 256,000 and 1 per 184,000 runners, respectively C) 1 per 184,000 and 1 per 256,000 runners, respectively D) 1 per 500,000 and 1 per 856,000 runners, respectively
C
Which of the following may not be considered a benefit of regular physical activity and/or exercise? A) Improvement in cardiovascular and respiratory function B)Reduction in cardiovascular disease risk factors C) Increased morbidity and mortality D) Decreased anxiety and depression
C
Components of a medical history may include A) recent illnesses. B) fasting serum total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and triglycerides. C) medication use. D) all of the above.
D
As a result of regular physical activity, which of the following is considered an improvement in cardiovascular and respiratory function? A) Reduced resting systolic/diastolic pressures B) Increased serum high-density lipoprotein cholesterol and decreased serum triglycerides C)Reduced total body fat and reduced intra-abdominal fat D)Increased maximal oxygen uptake resulting from both central and peripheral adaptations
D
A minimal recommendation for pretest instructions is the completion of A) a 12-h fast. B) a complete physical examination administered by a physician regardless of age. C) blood tests that include cardiac enzymes. D) the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire+.
D
According to the AACVPR risk stratification criteria for patients with known CVD, individuals at high risk for exercise participation may exhibit any one or a combination of the following except A) presence of complex ventricular dysrhythmias during exercise testing or recovery. B) presence of angina or other significant symptoms at low levels of exertion or during recovery. C) high level of silent ischemia during exercise testing or recovery. D) presence of normal hemodynamics with exercise testing or during recovery.
D
According to the Expert Panel on the Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults, what is the threshold for a determination of obesity in adults as reported in kilogram per square meter? A) 60 B) 50 C) 40 D) 30
D
Although CVD risk factor analysis is no longer part of the exercise preparticipation health screening process, CVD risk factor analysis may play a role in which of the following? A) Development of client ExRx B) The need for lifestyle modification C) Patient education about CVD risk reduction D) All of the above
D
An ideal health-related physical fitness test is A) developed especially for the individual without regard to comparative norms. B) inexpensive to the point of not costing anything to the client or patient. C) complicated to administer. D) valid and reliable.
D
An individual has known cardiovascular and/or metabolic disease if a physician has diagnosed all but which of the following conditions? A) Peripheral vascular disease B) Cerebrovascular disease C) Type 2 diabetes mellitus D) Meningococcal disease
D
Exercise professionals should have a thorough knowledge of all but which of the following when doing the exercise preparticipation health screening? A) The criteria for known cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, and renal disease B) The definition of participation in regular exercise C) Signs and or symptoms suggestive of cardiovascular, metabolic and renal diseases D) The pathologic sequencing of the disease
D
Intermittent claudication is defined as A) chronic pain in the chest that is often described as a dull ache. B) shortness of breath brought on by physical exertion. C) shortness of breath occurring only in the recumbent position. D) the pain that occurs in a muscle with inadequate blood supply.
D
Medical clearance is defined as A) approval to exercise after completing an exercise test. B) approval to continue taking all medicine. C) approval to exercise after a thorough medical exam has been completed. D) approval from a health care professional to engage in exercise.
D
Pulmonary function testing with spirometry is recommended for all smokers over the age of A) 65 yr. B) 60 yr. C) 55 yr. D) 45 yr.
D
Since the publishing of the U.S. Surgeon General's Report in 1996, several reports have been published advocating physical activity levels above the minimum recommendations. These guidelines and recommendations refer to the volume of physical activity required to A) run a marathon. B) play professional sports. C) train for a specific activity such as running a 10-km road race. D) prevent weight gain and/or obesity.
D
The time elapsed between stimulation and the beginning of the reaction to it is known as A) Coordination. B) Balance. C) Agility. D) Reaction time.
D
There is strong evidence today for an inverse dose-response relationship between physical activity and A) high-density lipoprotein cholesterol. B) dyslipidemia. C) weight maintenance. D) all-cause mortality.
D
Which of the following cardiac rhythm disorders may lead to palpations? A) Tachycardia B) Ectopic beats C) Compensatory pauses D) All of the above
D
Which of the following is an example of a self-guided screening for physical activity? A) Physician's medical release form (i.e., HIPAA requirements) B) Stress test conducted by a qualified health care provider C) Informed consent D) PAR-Q+
D
Which of the following is considered a skill-related component of physical fitness? A)Body composition B)Muscular strength C)Flexibility D)Balance
D
Which of the following is considered stage 2 hypertension requiring immediate medical attention usually consisting of lifestyle modification and antihypertensive medication? A) 120-139 mm Hg systolic and 80-89 mm Hg diastolic B) 120-159 mm Hg systolic and 80-99 mm Hg diastolic C) <120 mm Hg systolic and <80 mm Hg diastolic D) ≥160 mm Hg systolic and/or ≥100 mm Hg diastolic
D
Which of the following is considered to be an "anthropometric" method of determining body composition? A) Hydrodensitometry B) Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry C) Bioelectrical impedance analysis D) Body mass index
D
Which of the following is not a common spirometric test? A)Forced vital capacity (FVC) B)Forced expiratory volume in 1 s (FEV1.0) C)FEV1.0/FVC ratio D)Arterial partial pressure of oxygen (PaO2)
D
Which of the following is not a reason why cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is considered health related? A) Low levels of CRF have been associated with a markedly increased risk of premature death from all causes, specifically from cardiovascular disease. B) Increases in CRF are associated with a reduction in death from all causes. C) High levels of CRF are associated with higher levels of habitual physical activity, which in turn are associated with many health benefits. D) Risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease are not influenced by habitual physical activity levels in most people.
D
Which of the following is not a strategy to prevent exercise-related cardiac events? A) Health care professionals should know the pathologic conditions associated with exercise-related events so that physically active children and adults can be appropriately evaluated. B)Active individuals should know the nature of cardiac prodromal symptoms and seek prompt medical care if such symptoms develop. C)High school and college athletes should undergo preparticipation screening by qualified professionals. D)Athletes with known cardiac conditions should be banned from competition.
D
Which of the following is not true concerning the PAR-Q+? A) It is an evidence-based document. B) It includes several additional follow-up questions to better guide preparticipation recommendations. C) It was developed to reduce barriers for exercise and false positive screenings. D) It results in a higher rate of referral to a physician compared to the PAR-Q.
D
Which of the following is true regarding physical inactivity? A) It is a global pandemic. B) It has been identified as one of the four leading contributors to premature mortality C) It affects 31.1% of adults worldwide. D) All of the above
D
Which of the following methods may reduce the risk for musculoskeletal injury? A) Stretching B) Warm-up C) Gradual progression of exercise intensity and volume D) All of the above
D
Which of the following statements is accurate concerning JNC 7 and JNC 8? A) JNC 7 provides a classification scheme for hypertension in adults. B) JNC 8 does not address the classification of prehypertension or hypertension in adults. C) JNC 8 recommends thresholds for pharmacologic treatment. D) All of the above
D
