Kin midterm

Which association establishes professional standards for the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries?

National Strength and Conditioning Association

In designing and implementing a fitness program, what are the four most important principles to implement?

Frequency, intensity, time, and type

School physical education programs are financed well and a priority in schools because of their unique contributions to the education of the whole child.

false

School teachers who also coach are paid approximately half of their salaries for teaching and half of their salaries for coaching.

false

Senior citizens should not participate in vigorous activity because of cardiovascular problems, osteoporosis, and arthritis.

false

The philosophy based on the laws and order of the world as revealed by science independent from human experience.

realism

Which of these philosophies states that knowledge originates in the physical world but emerges through experimentation?

realism

Which of these philosophies uses the scientific method when seeking truth?

realism

In which of the exercise and sport sciences do specialists study achievement motivation, arousal, attribution, and personality development?

sport and exercise physiology

Which of the exercise and sport sciences would include the study of causal attribution relative to the importance placed on ability, effort, luck, and task difficulty on the outcome of a sporting event?

sport and exercise physiology

Individuals in this exercise and sport science use both descriptive and interpretive research.

sport history

Which of the exercise and sport sciences would include the study of sport marketing, sport finance, and legal aspects of sport?

sport management

For this career, a person needs skills in interviewing, writing, and the willingness to work under the pressure of deadlines.

sports journalism

Which of these is a manipulative skill?

striking

A motor learning specialist examines the relationship of movements to prior knowledge and skills, transfer of learning, types of practice sessions, and feedback and knowledge of results.

true

A portfolio is individualized so a person can include whatever documents can best describe his or her accomplishments.

true

A student must have completed an entry-level athletic training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education and pass the Board of Certification exam in order to become certified as an athletic trainer.

true

Allowing or disallowing an athlete to dispute an official's call is an ethical choice by the coach.

true

An important criterion for continuation in a job is the level of personal fulfillment and satisfaction.

true

Becoming a compliance officer in intercollegiate athletics is an example of a career choice for a sport manager.

true

Before choosing a career, it is important to assess your personal lifestyle preferences.

true

Careers in fitness may include leadership, instruction, and exercise prescription in clinical, club, and specialized settings.

true

Claiming there is no rule against an unethical behavior, no one will ever know about the unethical behavior, or everyone else does the unethical behavior are rationalizations for trying to make this unethical behavior seem to be ethical.

true

Continuing education or lifelong learning of new knowledge and skills is beneficial for career advancement.

true

Developing a personal philosophy is important in gaining insights into your behaviors, beliefs, and values.

true

Exercise physiologists investigate the biochemical reactions that supply muscles with energy.

true

Exercise physiologists, sport biomechanists, and athletic trainers may conduct joint research projects concerning ways to prevent the reoccurrence of injuries.

true

Exercise scientists in clinical settings are committed to helping people of all ages learn more about the importance of physical activity to their health and well-being.

true

Fair play means playing within the letter and spirit of the rules.

true

Illustrations of professional involvement would be joining a professional organization, reading its journals, and attending its conferences.

true

Intramural programs can provide opportunities to officiate, schedule, program, and manage personnel.

true

Lack of motivation, time, money, physical skills, and knowledge prohibit many people's participation in physical activities.

true

Motor learning specialists and sport psychologists are interested in studying how imaging may improve an athlete's performance.

true

No required national certification program exists for coaches.

true

Obesity is a major health problem for children and adults in the United States.

true

One valued outcome of a school physical education program is to help students learn how to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

true

Personal experiences are important as foundations for developing personal philosophies.

true

Physical therapy is the treatment of physical injury or dysfunction using therapeutic exercises and modalities with the goal of restoring normal function.

true

Physical therapy requires an understanding of the anatomical and physiological bases of human movement.

true

Setting goals helps people articulate their determination to achieve future expectations.

true

Sportsmanship, discipline, self-confidence, and stress management are desirable affective outcomes of physical education, exercise science, and sport programs.

true

The Graduate Record Exam is a type of a graduate entrance or admissions test.

true

The Ph.D. is more research oriented than is the Ed.D.

true

The Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health recommends that people of all ages, both male and female, should participate in moderate amount (minimum of 30 minutes) of physical activity on most, if not all, days of the week in order to enjoy the associated health benefits.

true

The best academic preparation for a student majoring in sport management includes management foundations, sports applications, and an internship or work experience within the field.

true

The naturalist believes that physical well-being can enhance a readiness to learn mental, moral, and social skills.

true

The opportunity to be responsible for other people and their performance could be a factor contributing to career choice.

true

Wellness includes the emotional, mental, physical, social, and spiritual factors that lead to an overall state of well-being, quality of life, and ability to contribute to society.

true

Youth sport programs provide opportunities for individuals to develop their officiating abilities.

true

What is the principle of training that is defined changing equipment, exercises, and activities to avoid boredom, reduce risk of overuse injuries, and increase motivation or adherence?

variety

According to the Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health, when do the beneficial effects of exercise training begin to diminish?

within two weeks

For which of the following could you volunteer so that you could gain experience for a career in a related field?

youth sports coach

Which of the following criteria is not essential for a field of study or work to be classified as a profession?

Professionals must hold graduate degrees

Which of these does not emphasize the importance of obtaining a specialized certification?

Provides potential clients and the general public with a quality control measure reassuring them that a certified person has a proven level of competence Confirms the attainment of a high level of competence and achievement of the standards of the profession (All are important relative to certifications.) Enables potential employers to differentiate among applicants based on a known standard of knowledge and skills Shows a willingness and commitment on the part of certification applicants to enhance career preparation

This career requires a doctor's degree and research productivity for tenure.

University professor in one of the exercise and sport sciences

Because athletic programs at large universities have become businesses, coaches increasingly have earned master's degrees in sport management.

false

Career opportunities in the exercise and sport science are limited.

false

Individuals with chronic medical conditions should avoid physical activity.

false

It is illegal (violation of state laws) for physical educators to teach classes in the public schools outside their major field.

false

Licensure requirements for physical education teachers are the same throughout the United States.

false

More teachers desire coaching positions in the schools than there are available teams to coach.

false

Obtaining a certification in the content field is a prerequisite to obtaining an internship.

false

Physical activity and physical fitness mean the same thing.

false

Physical education and sport professionals cannot teach ethical behaviors.

false

Practitioners are only interested in the application of knowledge, while disciplinarians are only interested in the creation of new knowledge.

false

Which of the following would not be an influencing factor on a person's career choice?

(A role model in this career Enjoyment of working with people Monetary benefits Job security) All of the above could be influencing factors.

A sport philosopher studies the optimal frequency, intensity, and duration of an effective conditioning program.

false

All high school coaches must have degrees in physical education.

false

Which of these items should not be included in a personal philosophy in a professional portfolio?

(Academic honors received Description of your personal values and how they relate to your chosen career Professional certifications earned Work experiences All of the above should be included in a professional portfolio)

Which of the following could be used as a rationalization or justification for behaving unethically?

(Argue that while a rule was violated, the situation along with the amount of good accomplished overshadowed the small amount of harm; that is, the end justifies the means. State that the action is not unethical since the action harmed no one or no foul was called or penalty assessed. Try to make it seem that the unethical action is really ethical, such as by claiming there is no rule against it, no one will ever know, or everyone else does it.) All of the above can be used as rationalizations or justifications

Which of the following would not be a valuable aspect of career preparation for a physical education teacher in a school?

(Observing master teachers as they instruct students in schools Mini-teaching experiences in college classes Serving as a camp counselor Teaching private sport lessons) All of the above would be helpful learning experiences.

Which of the following questions might be important to ask about a prospective career?

(What are the prior experiences required? What is the education or degree required? What is the potential for advancement in this career? What is the salary range?) All of the above are important questions to ask.

Which of the following would not be considered an ethical principle?

(an opponent is not the enemy but a worthy athlete deserving to be treated exactly as everyone would wish to be treated. Fair play means playing within the letter and spirit of the rules. Games are not played to intimidate; the ideal purpose is a mutual quest for excellence through challenge. Sportsmanship requires modesty, humility in victory, praise for the winners, and self-respect in defeat.) All of the above are ethical principles

Which of the following would not be an outcome of completing an internship?

Always results in a full-time job with the same organization

Members of this association certify aerobics instructors and personal trainers.

American Council on Exercise

Which of the following responsibilities is an athletic trainer not expected to complete?

An athletic trainer could be expected to fulfill all of these responsibilities. Assess injuries,Use treatment modalities,Use preventive taping,Design and help implement conditioning programs

Which of these certifications is/are offered by the National Strength and Conditioning Association?

Certified personal trainer, Certified strength and conditioning specialist both b and d

Which of the following must an athletic trainer complete in order to become licensed by the Board of Certification?

Complete an accredited program Pass a certification examination Both C and D

Which of the following would not be a benefit of interviewing a person who is currently working in the career that interests you?

Determine if the salary range appeals to you Gain insights into the scope of responsibilities Learn about working conditions and hours Understand the educational requirements (All of the above are potential benefits that could be gained.)

Which of these following is a benefit of flexibility?

Enhances circulation of the blood and healing of muscular injuries, improves range of motion of joints

Which of the following should be a requirement for setting and achieving goals?

Establish a challenging, yet realistic, path to achieving the goal.

Members of this association oversee interscholastic sports.

National Federation of State High School Associations

Members of this association offer recreation programs for the general public.

National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association

Members of this association organize college recreational programs.

National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association

Expecting students to demonstrate good sportsmanship during class activities is an example of which type of physical education objective?

affective

Which of the following is not related to skill-related physical fitness?

all of the above, agility, balance, coordination, reaction time

Members of this association facilitate research associated with physical activity, athletic training, and exercise physiology.

american college of sports medicine

Which of the following is a characteristic of skill-related physical fitness?

balance

Which of the following is a characteristic of an academic discipline?

body of scholarly knowledge

Which of the objectives for physical education, exercise science, and sport includes the evaluation, application, synthesis, analysis, comprehension, and acquisition of knowledge?

cognitive

Monitoring of oxygen uptake and exhalation of carbon dioxide, measuring heart rate and function, and analyzing the chemical activities of the body during exercise are examples of research in this exercise and sport science.

exercise physiology

Which of the exercise and sport sciences is the study of the causes and consequences of bodily functioning and changes occurring due to physical activity?

exercise physiology

In which of the following undergraduate majors or graduate specializations would a student prepare for a career in corporate fitness?

exercise science or exercise physiology

A twentieth-century philosophy that centers on individual existence and advocates that truth and values are arrived at by each person's experiences.

existentialism

In which of these philosophies does the individual determine the subject matter and the learning method?

existentialism

Which of these philosophies focuses on individualized activities in physical education and sport encourage creativity and self-awareness and personal responsibility for learning?

existentialism

Which of the following would not be a responsibility of a director of sport marketing?

facility management

A Master of Education degree is required for a teacher to be licensed to teach.

false

Specialists in nutrition promote scientific inquiry and the application of research findings to the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases and specific medical conditions.

false

Sport biomechanists use treatment modalities such as ultrasound, whirlpool, and ice massage.

false

The career choice made in college is critically important since seldom does a person change careers during a lifetime.

false

The director of a cardiac rehabilitation program must be certified as a personal trainer.

false

The greatest challenge facing a personal trainer is designing a safe and effective program.

false

The moral reasoning of interscholastic athletes is more consistent, impartial, and reflective than is that of non-athletes.

false

Work hours for intramural/campus recreation specialists are normally 8 am to 5 pm.

false

Which of these philosophies advocates that ideals, values, and truths are universal and eternal and remain the same regardless of how the interpretations of individuals may vary?

idealism

Which of these philosophies states that the development of the total person is important, but if there is a conflict development of the mind and the body, the mind must take precedence?

idealism

Which of the following is not a research-proven benefit of physical activity?

increases hand eye coordination

Which of the exercise and sport sciences would include research into developmentally appropriate physical education for all ages?

motor development

Which of the exercise and sports sciences is described by the maturation and changes in motor behavior throughout life and individuals progressing from unskilled movements to the learning of complex motor patterns?

motor development

Researchers in this exercise and sport science study information processing, types of feedback, and methods of practice.

motor learning

Which of the following describes the principle of training that is defined as placing increasing amounts of stress on the body to cause adaptations that improve fitness?

overload

A person in this exercise and sport science would study sportsmanship and other aspects of ethical behavior in sports.

philosophy

Professionals in this career help individuals rehabilitate from injuries and disabling conditions.

physical therapy

Which of these philosophies stresses the importance of developing social skills and education for social efficiency?

pragmatism

Which of the following career areas is associated with the leisure services field?

private sports club