Chapter 1-4 Questions
in what stage of the client-trainer relationship are health-history and lifestyle questionnaires administered?
investigation stage
in which stage of the client-trainer relationship should the trainer learn their client's likes and dislikes?
investigation stage
Clients who learn best by trying out new movements with hands-on supervision are what kind of leaners?
kinesthetic
a client is starting a new program. His wife thinks that he is fine the way he is and thinks that going to the gym is a waste of time and money. Will the client likely have low or high adherence to the program and why?
low adherence due to lack of social support
your client is complaining of pain with extension of her elbow. She has a history of lateral epicondylitis. what is the best course of action to take in continuing her exercise program?
modify the program with cross training
What are the six sources of self-efficacy information?
past performance experience, vicarious experience, verbal persuasion, physiological state appraisals, emotional state and moods, and imagination experiences
perceived threat is defined as the degree to which a person feels threatened or worried about the prospect of a particular health problem, which is influenced by these factors
perceived seriousness of the health problem, perceived susceptibility to the health problem, cues to action
this questionnaire serves an a non-invasive, minimal health-risk appraisal designed to determine contraindications to exercise
physical activity readiness questionaire
What does SMART goals stand for?
Specific. Measurable, attainable, relevant, time-bound
Why are process goals important?
a client often reaches process goals before noticeable changes occur in terms or weight loss or performance
What is a process goal?
a process goal is something the client does, such as completing a certain number of workouts a week
an exercise self-monitoring system is used during what stage of the client-trainer relationship?
action stage
clients who learn best by asking questions and listening carefully to your answers are what kind of learners?
auditory
What are the three stages of learning?
cognitive, associative, and autonomous
the first component of the TTM is the stages of change. sedentary people who understand that a healthy lifestyle is important and have begun to understand the consequences/implications that inactivity has had on their life, but aren't quite ready to make a change are in what stage of the stages of change.
contemplation
Trainer should direct the conversation during the investigation stage by asking questions and engaging in active listening. Trainers can demonstrate active listening skills by responding to clients answers in these five ways:
encouraging, paraphrasing, questioning, reflecting, and summarizing
What are the three characteristics of positive client-trainer experiences?
environment, appearance of the trainer, and interactions with the trainer
True or False: recommending supplements is within a trainer's scope of practice
false
true or false: a trainer does not need a client's written permission to discuss a client's health concerns and progress with the client's doctor
false
when beginning an exercise program with a client, you determine that he has checked yes to 4 risk factors on the Health questionnaire. the nest step in the training process is to:
give your client a form to be signed by his physician, approving the exercise program
setting SMART goals happens in what stage of the client-trainer relationship
planning stage
your client tells you that he understands that his family has a history of heart disease and that being overweight can increase his risk for such conditions. He is still wary of beginning any kind of exercise program and says that he has never had any weight loss success in the past. According to the transtheoretical model of behavior change, what stage of change is your client in?
precontemplation
the first component of the TTM is the stages of change. a person who is sedentary, is not considering an activity program, does not see physical activity as relevant in their life, and who might even discount the importance of physical activity is in what stage of change?
precontemplative
In which stage of the transtheoretical model of behavior change is a client ready to adopt and live a healthy lifestyle?
preparation
What are the four stages of the client-trainer relationship?
rapport, investigation, planning, and implementation
your new client informs you that she has diabetes and is taking insulin. What is the most important thing to do for this client?
refer her to her physician prior to beginning an exercise program
the planning stage generally moves through the following steps:
setting goals, generating and discussing alternatives, formulating a plan, evaluating the exercise program
What is a product goal?
some thing that the client has achieved like weight loss or increased resistance lifted on a strength-training machine
TTM is separated into these four components
stages of change, processes of change, self-efficacy, decisional balance
when answering the physical activity readiness questionnaire your client answers yes to chest pain during physical activity as well as currently taking a prescription blood pressure medication. What is the next step in his fitness program?
talk with his doctor about his readiness for exercise
your client is in for her second session and you are conducting fitness assessments. While you are checking body fat percentage you ask your client about types of exercise they prefer to do. What stage of the client-trainer relationship are you in with the client?
the investigation stage
a new client will most likely be evaluating you as a trainer through both your verbal and non-verbal communication. What stage of the client-trainer relationship are you in with the client?
the rapport stage
a person new to the gym setting is meeting with a personal trainer for the first time. This meeting is an opportunity to develop trust and understanding. The client-trainer relationship is in what stage?
the rapport stage
Clients who learn best by watching an exercise performed repeatedly are what kind of learners?
visual
Non-verbal communication has many components, including these five things:
voice quality, eye contact, facial expression, hand gestures, and body position
