ISSA- Exam

Q: What is the peripheral nervous system (PNS) responsible for?

Conveying motor commands, carrying sensory information to the CNS, and regulating involuntary functions.

Which of the following is an example of an open-ended question?

How did you first notice that you were gaining weight?"

Q: Which classification of neurons initiate muscle contraction and activate glands?

Motor neurons

Q: Which type of muscle fiber derives its energy primarily from aerobic energy pathways?

Type I muscle fibers

What stage of change is someone in if they are engaging in a new behavior and have been doing so for less than six months?

Action

Q: What type of goal is open to interpretation by the client as opposed to being supported by measurable data?

A subjective goal

What does the "A" in SMART goals stand for?

Achievable

What is the definition of behavior?

An action that can be observed, measured, and modified.

Which psychological need in the Self-Determination Theory (SDT) is described as the basic need to feel in control of one's own behavior and goals?

Autonomy

Q: Where in the brain does most information processing occur?

Cerebral Cortex

Q: What does the Golgi tendon organ detect and respond to in the muscle?

Changes in muscle tension.

When communicating with clients, what type of communication must be constructive and effective to improve competence?

Feedback

Q: The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) are examples of what type of ligament?

Intrinsic ligaments

What type of motivation is driven by personal enjoyment and satisfaction?

Intrinsic motivation

Q: Which type of bone supports the weight of the body and facilitates movement?

Long bones

What stage of change is someone in if they are in denial or ignorant to the fact that a change may be necessary?

Pre-contemplation

What type of goal is focused on the necessary steps to achieve it?

Process goal

Q: Which of the following is included in the appendicular skeleton?

Shoulder girdle

Q: Which type of muscle is the most common in the human body?

Skeletal muscle

Q: Which human organ systems are responsible for human movement?

The Nervous System, Muscular System, and Skeletal System