Lifetime Fitness Concept 4

Which of the following occur in the body of someone in hot weather who becomes severely dehydrated? -The body increases the amount of sweat it produces. -The body may experience hyperthermia or other heat-related problems. -The body loses its ability to maintain normal body temperature. -The body shunts blood to the skin.

-The body may experience hyperthermia or other heat-related problems. -The body loses its ability to maintain normal body temperature. -The body shunts blood to the skin. (correct)

Which of the following could result if someone does not properly cool down after vigorous exercise? -swollen extremities -fainting -dizziness -increased heart rate -drop in blood pressure

-fainting -dizziness -drop in blood pressure (correct)

To avoid air pollutants, people should exercise Blank______. Multiple select question. on pavements late in the evening indoors in high traffic areas early in the morning

-late in the evening -indoors -early in the morning (correct)

which of the following are types of workouts? - moderate exercise -playing a sport -fitness training -cool-down stretching

-moderate exercise -playing a sport -fitness training (correct)

which of the following symptoms can result from strenuous exercise at high altitude? -nausea -shortness of breath -decreased heart rate -headache

-nausea -shortness of breath -headache (correct)

a stretch warm-up is not recommended for people whose physical activities require which of the following? -endurance -power -strength -speed

-power -strength -speed (correct)

Which are sound recommendations for exercise at high altitude? Multiple select question. staying hydrated decreasing caloric intake avoiding alcoholic beverages gradually increasing workout duration

-staying hydrated -avoiding alcoholic beverages -gradually increasing workout duration (incorrect)

decisions about shoes for exercise should be based on which of the following? - how they look -their flexibility -the support they provide -their cushioning

-their flexibility - the support they provide - their cushioning (correct)

custom orthotics are used for which of the following? -to reduce foot injuries - to create a snug fit -to fix foot-alignment problems -to increase foot blood flow

-to reduce foot injuries - to fix foot-alignment problems (correct)

What does the American Cancer Society recommend as safe practices outdoors in the sun? (Select every correct answer.) Multiple select question. wearing a shirt wearing sunglasses using a tanning lotion wearing a hat

-wearing a shirt -wearing sunglasses -wearing a hat (correct)

Which of the following are at-home treatments that can be used to reduce the swelling that results from a minor injury? Multiple select question. wrapping the injury with elastic bandages applying cold to the swollen tissues applying heat to the injury positioning the injured area below heart level

-wrapping the injury with elastic bandages -applying cold to the swollen tissues (correct)

wearing a sunscreen with an spf of 15 for 1 hour in the sun is the equivalent of spending ___________with no protection. -37 minutes -1 hour -4 minutes -20 minutes

4 minutes (correct)

Which of the following is true regarding a stretch warm-up? -If done, it should be performed after a general warm-up. -It can be done in lieu of a general warm-up. -It is recommended for anyone participating in physical activity. -It should not be done by athletes whose sport requires larger-than-normal range of motion.

If done, it should be performed after a general warm-up (incorrect)

the gains from an exercise program depend on the __________. -equipment used for exercising -intensity of the exercise -meal consumed before exercise -time of day the exercises are done

Intensity of the exercise (correct)

when the air is hot and humid, it is more difficult for the body to regulate its temperature, primarily because the rate of ____________ is decreased. -transmission -evaporation -convection -conduction

evaporation (correct)

a common symptom of exposure to ozone or carbon monoxide is __________. - sneezing -stomach ache -eye irritation -unquenchable thirst

eye irritation (correct)

__________ refers to the condition when water crystallizes in the body's tissues, destroying tissue cells. -hyperthermia -hypothermia -frostbite -dehydration

frostbite (correct)

the best way to avoid delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is through - a reduction in workout duration -incremental increases in workout intensity -interval training -the use of low-impact exercise

incremental increases in workout intensity (correct)

Which of the following statements about tendonitis is true? Multiple choice question. It usually swells more than a sprain. It is most often the result of overuse. It is generally caused by trauma to the tendon. It is best treated with elevation and compression.

it is more often the result of overuse (correct)

Contrary to conventional wisdom, recent studies have shown that a stretch warm-up does not necessarily Blank______. Multiple choice question. increase soreness after a workout lessen the risk of injury increase body temperature decrease the risk of an irregular heartbeat

lessen the risk of injury (correct)

contrary to conventional wisdom, recent studies have shown that a stretch warm-up does not necessarily ______________. -increase soreness after a workout -decrease the risk of an irregular heartbeat -increase body temperature -lessen the risk of injury

lessen the risk of injury (incorrect)

according to the ASCM, a proper warm-up consists of _______________. -muscle-stretching activities -light-to-moderate physical activity -static stretching only -vigorous activity to get the blood flowing

light-to-moderate physical activity (correct)

delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is primarily caused by___________. -sprained ligaments -chronic tendonitis -microscopic muscle tears -lactic acid buildup

microscopic muscle tears (correct)

strenuous exercise at very high altitude is sometimes difficult or impossible without an extra _________ supply.

oxygen (correct)

a cool-down helps the body____________. -send blood to the extremities -decrease blood flow -return to a resting state - increase metabolic by-products

return to a resting state (correct)

Noah always says, "I don't exercise because I'm not good at physical activity." Which of the following is the best advice to give Noah to overcome this negative attitude? Multiple choice question. Start slowly and set realistic goals. Plan a daily schedule that includes activity. Consider using low-cost exercise equipment at home. Select activities properly and avoid comparison to others.

select activities properly and avoid comparison to others (correct)

what type of screening is the PAR-Q+? -professional screening -medical fitness exam -self-screening -clinical exercise test

self-screening (correct)

muscle cramps may be remedied by____________. -aerobic exercise -a dynamic warm-up -static stretching -weight lifting

static stretching (correct)

injury to the muscle fibers is called a ____________, and damage to a ligament is called a ___________. -strain;sprain -cramp;sprain -strain;cramp -sprain;strain

strain;sprain (correct)

which of the following are at greatest risk from frostbite in cold weather? -the legs -the arms -the ears -the torso

the ears (correct)

which of the following are at greatest risk from frostbite in cold weathers -the arms -the legs -the ears -the torso

the ears (correct)

the body's primary method of cooling down is through________. -the exhalation of air from the lungs -the evaporation of sweat -heat convection from the scalp -heat conduction from the hands and feet

the evaporation of sweat (correct)

which of the following statements about muscle cramps is true? -they are not painful like an injury -they generally last for a long time and are hard to get rid of -they are usually not considered to be an injury -they require the RICE treatment

they are usually not considered to be an injury (correct)

Why did the ACSM recently revise the pre-participation screening recommendations? - to make health screening more stringent -to remove unnecessary barriers to physical activity -to add the requirement of a clinical exercise test -to require the advice of a medical professional

to remove unnecessary barriers to physical activity (correct)

Knowing the Blank______ can help a person determine whether it is safe to exercise outdoors in cold weather and what clothing to wear to avoid cold-related illnesses and injuries -windchill factor -heat index -ventilation index -stability factor

windchill factor (incorrect)

what happens if you answer "yes" to one of the questions on the PAR-Q+? - you are deemed unable to participate in exercise and must wait six months before answering the questions again - you complete the follow-up questions and consult a qualified exercise professional and/or doctor -you are considered fit to undertake moderate-intensity physical activity -you should skip the rest of the medical question and make an appointment for a clinical exercise test

you complete the follow-up questions and consult a qualified exercise professional and/or doctor (correct)

Which of the following over-the-counter pain remedies does not reduce inflammation? Multiple choice question. ibuprofen acetaminophen aspirin naproxen

acetaminophen (correct)

a proper warmup __________. - allows the body to transition into the workout that follows. -promotes effective recovery -is a sufficient workout in and of itself -assists the cardiovascular system in returning to its normal state

allows the body to transition into the workout that follows (correct)

which self-management skill would be most useful for helping to get started with and sticking to a physical activity program? -performance skills -relapse prevention -consumer skills -balancing attitudes

balancing attitudes (correct)

What happens to the body during the early stages of hypothermia? Multiple choice question. Blood is pumped to the extremities to keep them warm. Blood is sent to the core to conserve heat. Body temperature actually elevates. Heart rate and respiration increase.

blood is sent to the core to conserve the heat (correct)

water or other fluid-replacement drinks must be consumed to avoid ________when exercising in hot weather. -dehydration -hypothermia -hyponatremia -evaporation

dehydration (correct)

the objective of the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+) is to______________. - help with choosing an appropriate health club or gym - determine how diet should be changed when starting a new exercise program -assist in identifying necessary workout gear -determine when it is necessary to consult a qualified exercise professional and/or physician before exercising

determine when it is necessary to consult a qualified exercise professional and/or physician before exercising (correct