NSCA Chapter Study Questions
Chapter 18: On average, resistance exercise enables older adults to increase muscle mass by how much over a few months of resistance training? A. 1 lb B. 3 lb C. 5 lb D. 8 lb
1 lb
Chapter 14: When submerged under water up to the neck, the body bears what percentage of its dry land mass? A. 10% B. 20% C.30% D. 40%
10%
Chapter 16: As a general rule, weekly increases in frequency, intensity, or duration should be no more than which of the following? A. 5% B. 10% C. 15% D. 20%
10%
Chapter 18: The NSCA recommends that older adults begin resistance training with loads that can be lifted for approximately how many repetitions? A. 2-4 B. 4-8 C. 10-15 D. 20-25
10-15
Chapter 16: The personal trainer is designing an aerobic exercise program for a 43-year-old client who has a resting heart rate pf 75 beats/min. Using the Karvonen method, which of the following is the target heart rate range if the personal trainer assigns an intensity of 60% to 70% of the client's HRR? A. 106 to 123 beats/min B. 136 to 146 beats/min C. 123 to 137 beats/min D. 154 to 165 beats/min
136 to 146 beats/min
Chapter 15: For an advanced level client, with the goal of enhancing muscular endurance, which of the following would be an appropriate resistance exercise program design for the client's core exercises only? A. 10-15RM, 1-3 sets B. <6RM, > 3sets C. 8-12 RM, 1-3 sets D. 15-30 +RM, > 3 sets
15-30 +RM, > 3 sets
Chapter 16: Which of the following represent the recommended amount of physical activity per week for Americans?
150-300 minutes moderate intensity & 75-150 minutes vigorous activity
Chapter 24: What is the typical space cushion around fitness equipment in a home equipment layout, as opposed to the 3 feet (0.9 m) in a commercial facility? A. 6 inches (15.2 cm) B. 12 inches (30.5 cm) C. 18 inches (45.7 cm) D. 24 inches (61.0 cm)
18 inches (45.7 cm)
Chapter 19: It is recommended that individuals with diabetes should go no more than how many consecutive days without exercise? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4
2
Chapter 22: What is the minimum amount of time in minutes recommended for aerobic exercise for people with cerebral palsy (CP)? A. 10 B. 20 C. 30 D. 40
20
Chapter 20: What is the recommended range for a client to exercise in when using the dyspnea scale? A. 1 to 2 B. 3 to 4 C. 5 to 6 D. 7 to 8
3 to 4
Chapter 23: What is the recommended rest period during a strength/power phase in a traditional periodization model? A. 1 min B. 60-90 sec C. 1-2 min D. 3-5 min
3-5 min
Chapter 15: Which of the following is the recommended training frequency for a client with an intermediate resistance training status using a split training routine? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4
4
Chapter 22: What frequency of stretching is recommended for individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS)? A. 1-2 days a week, 1 time/day B. 2-3 days/week, 1 time/day C. 3-4 days/week, 1 time/day D. 5-7 days/week, 1 or 2 times/day
5-7 days/week, 1 or 2 times/day
Chapter 19: The NHLBI guidelines recommended that a diet be individually planned to create a deficit of ___________ kcal per day to facilitate a weight loss of ____________ per week. A. 500-1000; 3-4 lb B. 1000-2000; 3-4 lb C. 500-1000; 1-2 lb D. 1000-2000; 1-2 lb
500-1000; 1-2 lb
Chapter 18: What is the recommended amount of time youth should be encouraged to participate daily in moderate to vigorous physical activity? A. 15 minutes B. 30 minutes C. 45 minutes D. 60 minutes
60 minutes
Chapter 24: It is recommended that health and fitness facilities be designed to maintain background noise levels below ________________ decibels. A. 70 B. 80 C. 90 D. 100
70
Chapter 14: The arm stroke action in the front crawl provides as much as ___________ of the propulsion force needed to move the body through the water. A. 20-30% B. 40-50% C. 60-70% D. 80-90%
80-90%
Chapter 25: Which of the following is true regarding equipment and facility safety? A. A personal trainer working as an independent contractor cannot be considered responsible for facility equipment B. Clients in their own homes cannot be considered invites. C. A personal trainer is responsible for a safe environment if that environment is the client's own home. D. Clients of fitness facilities are not considered business invitees.
A personal trainer is responsible for a safe environment if that environment is the client's own home.
Chapter 1: How many neuromuscular junctions does each muscle fiber have? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4
A. 1
Chapter 1: Which division of the skeleton contains the skull and vertebrae column? A. Axial B. Appendicular C. Central D. Peripheral
A. Axial
Chapter 6: Which of the following is incorrect regarding skeletal muscle adaptions to chronic aerobic exercise training? A. Decreased intramuscular glycogen stores B. Increased muscle myoglobin stores C. No change in type 2 muscle fibers across sectional area D. Little to no change in type 2 muscle fibers across sectional area
A. Decreased intramuscular glycogen stores
Chapter 7: Which of the following is not realistically attainable by a personal trainer to estimate energy requirements of a client? A. direct measurement of energy expenditure of all physical activity B. log of all food and drink intake C. estimated activity level D. estimated resting energy expenditure
A. Direct measurement of energy expenditure of all physical activity
Chapter 13: Which of the following is an advantage of machine-based training? A. Enhanced ability to target specific muscle groups B. Greater activation of stabilizer muscles C. Improved muscle activation patterns in athletic movements D. Stronger carryover to sport performance
A. Enhanced ability to target specific muscle groups
Chapter 1: What is the name of the connective tissue that surrounds skeletal muscle? A. epimysium B. endomysium C. perimysium D. fascicle
A. Epimysium
Chapter 11: Which of the following terms is used to refer to the range of motion around a joint or a series of joints? A. flexibility B. laxity C. dynamic stability D. stiffness
A. Flexibility
Chapter 13: Which of the following is incorrect regarding multiple spotters? A. More than two spotters are never necessary. B. It is common to use one spotter at each end of the bar during the front or back squat exercise. C. Multiple spotters must perfectly synchronize when and how much they assist the client. D. If the load is beyond the personal trainer's ability to handle effectively, an additional spotter must be used.
A. More than two spotters are never necessary
Chapter 6: Which of the following increases during an aerobic exercise bout? A. Respiratory Exchange Rate B. Blood PH C. Insulin D. Plasma Volume
A. Respiratory Exchange Rate
Chapter 11: Which of the following is incorrect regarding single-leg squat and forward step-down tests? A. The number of repetitions performed are used to score the test. B. Used to assess movement quality in the lower limb. C. The forward step-down procedure provides an alternative for less conditioned individuals D. They require strength, proprioception, neuromuscular control, and adequate range of motion.
A. The number of repetitions performed are used to score the test.
Chapter 5: Which of the following is incorrect regarding individuals who possess the ACTN XX genotype? A. They response less well to resistance training B. Commercial DNA testing companies can inform individuals if they possess it C. The ACTN gene is responsible for producing a structural Z-protein, found mainly in Type 2 muscle fibers D. Being a carrier of the ACTN XX genotype does not present deleterious health consequences,
A. They response less well to resistance training
Chapter 13: A. Which of the following grips is used for the barbell shoulder press exercise? A. closed, pronated B. closed, supinated C. closed, neutral D. open, alternated
A. closed, pronated
Chapter 4: Which of the following is the equation that represents work? A. force X distance moved B. force + distance moved C. force - distance moved D. force / distance moved
A. force X distance moved
Chapter 4: In biomechanics, the term "body" may refer to which of the following? I. the human body II. limb segment III. piece of chalk
All of the Above
Chapter 5: Approximately how often does resistance exercise need to be performed to prevent detraining? A. 3 sessions per week B. 1 or 2 sessions per week C. 1 session every 2 weeks D. 1 session per month
B. 1 or 2 sessions per week
Chapter 3: How many molecules of ATP are produced from glycolysis of one molecule of glucose and blood? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4
B. 2
Chapter 3: Glycogen becomes the preferred fuel source at intensities above about ___________ of maximum oxygen intake. A. 30-40% B. 60-75% C. 80-90% D. 90-100%
B. 60-75%
Chapter 5: Which of the following is incorrect regarding endocrine adaptations to resistance exercise? A. Testosterone has been shown to increase B. Chronic changes to hormones are greater than acute changes C. Resistance exercise leads to upregulation of androgens receptor content D. Growth hormone does not appear to increase.
B. Chronic changes to hormones are greater than acute changes
Chapter 7: Which of the following is not a suggested dietary recommendation? A. Focus on solutions rather than problems B. Commit to long-term dietary tracking C. There is no right way to eat D. The diet should match the individuals lifestyle, preferences, training goals, and budget.
B. Commit to a long-term dietary tracking
Chapter 7: Which of the following is within the personal trainers' scope of practice regarding providing nutritional information to a client? A. Help a client with a disease state affected by nutrition B. Convey general nutrition knowledge C. Offer Medical nutrition therapy D. NONE, nutrition is outside the scoop of practice for a personal trainer
B. Convey general nutrition knowledge
Chapter 4: Which of the following is incorrect regarding the use of heavy metal chains on barbells? A. They can be used with linear movement B. The chains add resistance throughout the range of motion C. The chains provide a greater resistance at the weakest part of range of motion D. Chains can be used in exercises such as squat and bench
C. The chains provide a greater resistance at the weakest part of range of motion
Chapter 2: Which of the following is incorrect regarding maximal oxygen uptake (Vo2 Max)? A. It relates to the hearts maximum to eject blood. B. It represents the maximum ability of skeletal muscle to extract oxygen C. It represents the ability to use maximum A-Vo2 difference to aerobically produce energy. D. Higher Vo2 Max values are associated in an increase of cardiovascular disease, morbidity, and mortality.
D.
Chapter 2: The heart is composed of how many chambers? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4
D. 4
Chapter8: Which of the following is not recommended as a practical motivational technique? A. when ever possible , offer choices B. begin with familiar activities C. Model the appropriate behavior for a fitness lifestyle D. Do not allow for adherence to be disrupted
D. Do not allow for adherence to be disrupted
Chapter 6: Which of the following is incorrect regarding age differences in maximal aerobic power? A. Females tend to reach their maximum aerobic power at 12-15 years of age B. Men tend to reach their maximal aerobic power at 17-21 years of age C. In adults maximal aerobic power gradually decreases with age without regular training D. Maximal aerobic power substantially decreases in the 5th and 6th decade even when training is maintained.
D. Maximal aerobic power substantially decreases in the 5th and 6th decade even when training is maintained.
Chapter 8: which of the following is incorrect regarding process goals? A. Positive attitude during an exercise routine is an example of a process goal. B. Clients can experience success with a high degree of effort if they set a process goal. C. As success or goal accomplishment define in other ways becomes increasingly difficult, process goals may be very important for maintenance of exercise behavior. D. Process goals generally have a low degree of success.
D. Process goals generally have a low degree of success.
Chapter 8: _____________ anxiety is the actual experience of apprehension and uncontrolled arousal, and ___________ anxiety is a personality characteristic represents a latent, disposition to perceive situations as threatening. A. Somatic; cognitive B. Trait:state C.Cognitive: Somatic D. State:trait
D. State:trait
Chapter 12: Which of the following is incorrect about warm-ups? A. Warming up is a part of the foundation of successful practice session. B. Research shows that individuals who warmup before their main activity tend to be more mentally prepared. C. Often clients attempt to take shortcuts in the warm-up procedure. D. Warm-ups raise the total body temperature, but not that of the muscles themselves.
D. Warm-ups raise the total body temperature, but not that of the muscles themselves.
Chapter 13: When spotting over-the-face barbell exercises, the personal trainer should grasp the bar with which type of grip? A. pronated grip, outside of the client's grip B. supinated, inside of the client's grip C. supinated grip, outside of the client's grip D. alternated grip, inside of the client's grip
D. alternated grip, inside of the client's grip
Chapter 17: Which of the following is not a component of the mechanical model of plyometric exercise? A. series elastic B. parallel C. contractile D. mechanical
Mechanical
Chapter 15: Which of the following levels of resistance training status would require the least variation to produce results from a client's training program? A. novice B. intermediate C. advanced D. highly advanced
Novice
Chapter 14: Which of the following is incorrect regarding stairclimber stepping speed? A. Stepping speed generally ranges from 43 to 95 steps per minute. B. Short, fast steps result in a stepping depth that is too shallow. C. The client should become comfortable with a stepping speed that elicits the appropriate metabolic demands and yet encourages proper biomechanics. D. The faster the stepping rate, the better.
The faster the stepping rate, the better.
Chapter 19: Which of the following can occur in obese individuals during exercise? A. hyperpnea B. dyspnea C. both hyperpnea and dyspnea D. neither hyperpnea nor dyspnea
both hyperpnea and dyspnea
Chapter 25: Which of the following is defined as the monetary loss due to the injury, which can include both economic damages (e.g. medical costs, lost wages) and noneconomic damages (e.g. pain and suffering)? A. duty B. breach of duty C. causation D. damages
damages
Chapter 20: Activities that increase intrathoracic pressure are contraindicated because this can ____________ blood flow return to the heart, with a corresponding ___________ in cardiac output. A. increase; increase B. increase; decrease C. decrease; increase D. decrease; decrease
decrease; decrease
Chapter 16: Circuit training can increase strength and VO2max, concurrently, with VO2max improving to the same extent as compared to an aerobic-exercise only program. A. true B. false
false
Chapter 17: Clients should be able to perform a repetition maximum squat at 1.5 times their body weight before participating in any form of plyometric training. A. true B. false
false
Chapter 21: Which of the following exercises is contraindicated for a client following knee arthroplasty? A. full squat B. leg extension C. leg curl D. cycling
full squat
Chapter 17: Which of the following modifications increases the intensity of plyometric drill? A. decrease the height of the drill B. increase the client's weight C. increase the client's points of contact with the ground D. decrease the speed of the drill
increase the client's weight
Chapter 18: Which of the following is not a benefit of exercise during pregnancy? A. shorter active phase of labor and less pain B. fewer obstetric interventions C. increased possibility of preeclampsia D. reduced postpartum belly
increased possibility of preeclampsia
Chapter 21: Which of the following activities is specifically recommended during periods of exacerbation of rheumatoid arthritis? A. concentric B. eccentric C. isometric D. plyometric
isometric
Chapter 23: The %1RM- repetition relationship is, for the most part, based on research on three exercises. Which of the following exercises is the relationship not based on? A. bench press B. lat pulldown C. back squat D. power clean
lat pulldown
Chapter 23: The __________ is typically divided into several weeks to a few months. A. megacycle B. macrocycle C. mesocycle D. microcycle
mesocycle
Chapter 20: Which of the following is incorrect regarding hypertension? A. refers to high blood pressure B. largely occurs without a known cause C. only impacts the older population D. most cases are treated and managed via prescription medications and lifestyle interventions
most cases are treated and managed via prescription medications and lifestyle interventions
Chapter 25: Which of the following is defined as a legal situation in which the personal trainer acts with substandard care the results in injury? A. intentional tort B. negligence C. unintentional tort D. strict liability
negligence
Chapter 24: Which of the following combinations of equipment are not recommended to be grouped together? A. treadmills and ellipticals B. machine leg extension and machine chest press C. olympic lifting platforms and stretching equipment D. dumbbells and barbells
olympic lifting platforms and stretching equipment
Chapter 24: Which of the four phases of designing and planning a health and fitness facility includes a needs analysis? A. predesign B. design C. construction D. preoperation
predesign
Chapter 24: Which of the following is the correct order of response that should be followed when dealing with an active shooter? A. fight, run, hide B. run, hide, fight C. run, fight, hide D. hide, run, fight
run, hide, fight
Chapter 4: With water resistance, if the surface area is _________ the exercise will be __________? I. Smaller, Easier II. larger, easier III. smaller, harder IV. larger, harder
smaller, easier larger, harder
Chapter 20: Which of the following risk factors for myocardial infarction, stroke, and peripheral artery disease increases systemic vascular resistance, ultimately leading to chest pain? A. smoking B. obesity C. diabetes D. high blood pressure
smoking and high blood pressure
Chapter 25: Which of these is defined as the standard that is owed to fitness clients by personal trainers? A. standard of litigation B. standard of defense C. standard of professionalism D. standard of care
standard of care
Chapter 17: During the start, speed is most dependent on ________________. At top speed, speed is most dependent on _______________. A. stride length; stride length B. stride frequency, stride length C. stride length; stride frequency D. stride frequency; stride frequency
stride length; stride frequency
Chapter 23: Which of the following periodization models is typically used in sports with long seasons (e.g. tennis, wrestling, basketball, hockey) because it allows training to continue through the season? A. linear periodization B. traditional periodization C. undulating periodization D. fluctuating periodization
undulating periodization
Chapter 22: Persons with spinal cord injury can suffer from a dysfunctional syndrome called hypokinetic circulation. This occurs when, during upper body exercise, upper body peripheral _____________ during exercise is not compensated adequately by concomitant lower limb ______________. A. vasodilation; vasodilation B. vasodilation; vasoconstriction C. vasoconstriction; vasodilation D. vasoconstriction; vasoconstriction
vasodilation; vasoconstriction
Chapter 9: Which of the following is incorrect regarding blood lipids? A. Cholesterol is carried in the blood by HDL and LDL. B. LDL maybe more predictive of CVD than total cholesterol. C. HDL molecules release cholesterol. D. HDL's act as a protective mechanisms
C. HDL molecules release cholesterol.
Chapter 2: Which of the following occur to facilitate a redistribution of blood flow at the onset of physical exercise? I. Skeletal muscle arteriole II. Skeletal muscle arteriole dilation III. nonactive organ arteriole constriction IV. nonactive organ arteriole dilation
C. II and III.
Chapter 3: Which of the following energy systems is the primary source of energy at rest during aerobic activity? A. Phosphagen system B. Anaerobic glycolysis C. Oxidative D. Anaerobic lipolysis
C. Oxidative
Chapter 9: What is the most important principle underlying the client consultation? A. Asses goals B. Motivate the client C. Screen participants for risk factors D. Educate client
C. Screen participants for risk factors
Chapter 12: Guidelines for stability ball training include all of the following except..... A. Ensuring that the ball is inflated until firm. B. Correctly sizing the ball by ensuring that the client's knees are slightly below parallel when seated. C. Understanding that clients may fatigue easily when transitioning from machine exercises to those on a stability ball. D. Recognizing that it is beneficial to start with less complex exercises and build gradually.
B. Correctly sizing the ball by ensuring that the client's knees are slightly below parallel when seated.
Chapter 11: Which of the following is incorrect regarding the T-test? A. The first 10 yards is a forward sprint. B. Crossing of the feet during the shuffle is allowed. C. The client shuffles to the left for a total of 10 yards. D. The client shuffles to the right for a total of 10 yards.
B. Crossing of the feet during the shuffle is allowed.
Chapter 5: Which of the following is not a steroid hormone? A. Testosterone B. Growth hormone C. Estrogen D. Any hormone derived from cholesterol
B. Growth hormone
Chapter 8: Which of the following is incorrect regarding mental imagery? A. Emphasizes diaphragmatic breathing. B. Helps to keep neck, shoulders, and chest muscles engage. C. Can lower hearty rate and blood pressure. D. Remind clients to continue breathing fully with there lungs rather then taking shallow, short breaths.
B. Helps to keep neck, shoulders, and chest muscles engage.
Chapter 12: Which of the following statements is correct regarding flexibility? A. Resistance training for flexibility should focus on antagonist muscles. B. Improper resistance training can impair flexibility. C. Resistance training reduces flexibility by making clients too muscular D. Resistance training for flexibility should only use partial ranges of motion.
B. Improper resistance training can impair flexibility.
Chapter 5: Which of the following is incorrect regarding stress response to resistance exercise? A. Can lead to increase in bone mineral density B. Is a negative response that inhibits adaptations C. Leads to muscle growth D. Results in increased strength
B. Is a negative response that inhibits adaptations
Chapter8: Which of the following is incorrect regarding a psychological construct? A. Is an internal drive B. Is directly observable C. Examples include ambition and assertiveness D. Is a neural process
B. Is directly observable
Chapter 10: Which of the following is incorrect regarding gathering baseline data? A. They establish a baseline for future comparisons of improvement or rate of progress. B. Personal trainers should conduct all tests available to them. C. They provide assistance in clarification of short-, intermediate-, and long-term goals. D. They help to identify of areas of potential injury or contraindications before program initiation.
B. Personal trainers should conduct all tests available to them.
Chapter 7: Which of the following is defined as the average daily nutrient requirement adequate for meeting the needs of most healthy people within each live, stage, and sex? A. Estimated average requirement B. Recommend dietary allowance C. Adequate intake D. Dietary reference intake
B. Recommend Dietary requirment
Chapter 11: All of the following skinfold sites are appropriate for performing a three-site skinfold for a 45-year-old male client except... A. Chest B. Suprailium C. Abdomen D. Thigh
B. Suprailium
Chapter 1: Which of the following connective tissues contains muscle to bone? A. Ligament B. Tendon C. Cartilage D. Collagen
B. Tendon
Chapter 12: Which of the following is true about manual resistance training exercises? A. They are only used for partial, not full range of motion. B. They allow personal trainers to apply varying amounts of resistance during exercise. C. They are not beneficial practice to use for isometric muscle actions of the trunk. D. They require a lot of training equipment.
B. They allow personal trainers to apply varying amounts of resistance during exercise.
Chapter 2: Which of the following refers to the amount of air moving into and out of the lungs at rest during normal breathing? A. Vital capacity B. Tidal volume C. Residual volume D. Functionally residual capacity
B. Tidal volume
Chapter 9: Which of the following is incorrect regarding stress and CVD? A. Stress is related to the risk for CVD. B. Type B Behavior patterns may contribute to the overall risks to developing CVD. C. Risk factors can measure through emotional stress inventories. D. The personal trainer should be able to identify signs and symptoms of stress overload.
B. Type B Behavior patterns may contribute to the overall to developing CVD.
Chapter 12: " The ability of a joint to move freely through the full normal range of motion ("ROM") defines which of the following? A. mobility B. flexibility C. dynamic flexibility D. static flexibility
B. flexibility
Chapter 4: Which of the following is incorrect regarding rate of force development? A. it is a ratio of a change in force over a change in time B. if rate of force development is high, power is also high C. it is time rate of change of force D. it can be improved with resistance training
B. if rate of force development is high, power is also high
Chapter 15: Which of the following is an example of the correct order of exercises, if the goal is order exercises alternating between pushes and pulls? A. incline bench press, biceps curl, upright row, shoulder press B. upright row, incline bench press, shoulder press, biceps curl C. incline bench press, upright row, shoulder press, biceps curl D. incline bench press, shoulder press, upright row, biceps curl
B. upright row, incline bench press, shoulder press, biceps curl
Chapter 6: Approximately, how soon after aerobic training is stopped does muscular endurance decrease? A. 3 Days B. 1 Week C. 2 Weeks D. 6 Weeks
C. 2 Weeks
Chapter 10: When preparing the client for a battery of fitness testing, the personal trainer should recommend that the client consume a light snack of meal approximately how long before the test? A. 30 minutes B. 1 Hour C. 2-4 Hours D. 8 Hours
C. 2-4 Hours
Chapter 7: An intake of _____________ KCAL above non-resistant training energy requirements for maintenance maybe needed to support a 1 LB. weekly gain in lean tissue. A. 100 B. 200-300 C. 350-500 D. 600-800
C. 350-500
Chapter 13: What is the standard weight of an Olympic barbell? A. 25 lb (12kg) B. 35 lb (16kg) C. 45 lb (20kg) D. 60 lb (28kg)
C. 45 lb (20kg)
Chapter 2: What is the approximate PH of human blood at rest? A. 6.6 B. 7.1 C. 7.4 D. 7.9
C. 7.4
Chapter 10: Which of the following would be the most appropriate amount of time following an initial test of strength to schedule a reassessment? A. 1 Week B. 2 Weeks C. 8 Weeks D. 16 Weeks
C. 8 Weeks
Chapter 11: Which of the following is incorrect regarding vital signs? A. Vital signs include heart rate. B. Vital signs blood pressure. C. A personal trainer will only measure them in the rested state. D. They can be used to determine exercise intensity.
C. A personal trainer will only measure them in the rested state.
Chapter 9: Which of the following programs are likely to be recommended by a physician for a person that has limitations for preexisting conditions that would restrict involvement but not limit participation? A. No program at all B. An unsupervised program C. A supervised program D. A medically supervised program
C. A supervised program
Chapter 9: Which of the following is incorrect regarding assumption of risk or waiver? A. It is an agreement by a client before beginning participation to give up or waive a participant's rights to legal remedy in the event of injury. B. A document typically includes waiving rights even in the case of provider negligence. C. The legal implications associated with the implementation and execution of the assumption of risks agreement are clear. D. If a personal trainer needs to prove at court that a participant was aware on how to avoid risks and assume the risks of an activity, this type of document may prove helpful.
C. The legal implications associated with the implementation and execution of assumption of true agreements are clear.
Chapter 10: If an expert has determined that a test covers all of the topics that it should, it is said to have which of the following? A. reliability B. construct validity C. content validity D. face validity
C. content validity
Chapter 3: Which of the following is not a characteristic of bioenergetics? A. breakdown of food B. conversion of chemical energy to mechanical energy C. conversion of mechanical energy to chemical energy D. breakdown of chemical bonds
C. conversion of mechanical energy to chemical energy
Chapter 10: Which of the following devices do not typically require calibration? A. sphygmomanometers B. skinfold calipers C. stopwatches D. treadmills
C. stopwatches
Chapter 22: A complete spinal cord injury occurring between which vertebrae can lead to quadriplegia?
C1 to T 1
Chapter 21: Which of the following apply(ies) to the term "microtrauma"? A. sudden and obvious episode of tissue over-load and subsequent damage B. sudden and obvious episode of tissue over-load and subsequent damage AND often referred to as an overuse injury C. results from the accumulation of tissue damage across time AND not always caused by repeated physical activity D. results from the accumulation of tissue damage across time AND not always caused by repeated physical activity AND often referred to as an overuse injury AND not always caused by repeated physical activity
D. results from the accumulation of tissue damage across time AND not always caused by repeated physical activity AND often referred to as an overuse injury AND not always caused by repeated physical activity
Chapter 1: Which of the following branches of the nervous system is responsible for activating skeletal muscles? A. sensory B. autonomic C. afferent D. somatic
D. somatic
Chapter 25: A plaintiff cannot move forward with a case once the statute of imitations has passed, under any circumstances. A. true B. false
False
Chapter 20: A 63-year-old client with peripheral arterial disease describes significant pain when walking for 5 minutes or more. Which of the following programs would best help her increase the amount of time she is able to walk pain free? A. Have the client walk throughout the pain for 2 minutes after the pain begins. B. Decrease the duration to 2 minutes at the same intensity. C. Have the client take a short rest break once the pain begins, and then continue walking until the pain returns. D. Discontinue walking as a form of exercise since it is too painful.
Have the client take a short rest break once the pain begins, and then continue walking until the pain returns.
Chapter 14: In cold conditions, much of the body's heat is lost through which of the following? A. head & torso B. torso & upper arms/legs C. upper arms/legs & extremities D. head & extremities
Head and Extremities
Chapter 3: When relying on the slower ATP, producing energy systems, ATP can be produced as long as the body has a good supply of: I. Muscle glycogen II. Fatty acids III. Protein IV. Creatine Phospate
I, II, and III only
Chapter 19: Which of the following is incorrect regarding the scope of practice of professionals involved in nutritional or metabolic concerns? A. Clients should be referred to physicians for medical care. B. Clients should be referred to registered dietitians for medical nutrition therapy. C. Personal trainers may help in diagnosing or prescribing care. D. Personal trainers should not accept or train clients who have medical conditions that may exceeded their level of knowledge and experience.
Personal trainers may help in diagnosing or prescribing care.
Chapter 22: Which of the following is incorrect regarding persons with spinal cord injuries (SCI) exercising in the cold? A. Dehydration contributes greatly to the risk of hypothermia B. Persons with SCI may be unable to adequately shiver C. Beware of burns from heat packs D. Persons with SCI can be unable to decrease skin blood flow in paralyzed areas
Persons with SCI can be unable to decrease skin blood flow in paralyzed areas
Chapter 17: Which of the following is incorrect regarding combining plyometric exercise and aerobic exercise? A. Aerobic exercise may have a negative effect on power production B. Plyometric training should be performed after aerobic training C. Adding low-intensity bounding-type drills to non-running days may improve long-distance running performance D. Many sports and activities require both a power and aerobic component.
Plyometric training should be performed after aerobic training
Chapter 15: Which of the following exercises has the greatest movement pattern specificity for a volleyball player? A. power clean B. bench press C. lateral raises D. curl-up
Power clean
Chapter 19: Which of the following is incorrect regarding how a personal trainer should approach a client recovering from an eating disorder? A. Require the client recovering from an eating disorder to see a physician for a complete medical exam. B. Prescribe a vigorous exercise program. C. Ensure adequate hydration and rehydration. D. Do not allow high-impact exercise (like jumps) if the client has a stress fracture.
Prescribe a vigorous exercise program
Chapter 21: In which of the phases of healing are range of motion exercises advised? A. inflammation, repair, and remodeling phases B. remodeling phase only C. repair phase only D. repair and remodeling phases only
Repair and remodeling phases only
Chapter 18: Which of the following is correct regarding postpartum care and exercise? A. In the absence of medical complications, physical activity should resume gradually. B. Sedentary women are at no disadvantage beginning exercise following childbirth than women who engaged in regular exercise throughout pregnancy. C. Pelvic floor muscle training postpartum can reduce the onset of urinary incontinence. D. Moderate-intensity physical activity can reduce the symptoms of postpartum depression.
Sedentary women are at no disadvantage beginning exercise following childbirth than women who engaged in regular exercise throughout pregnancy.
Chapter 6: Which of the following represents the Fick Equation?
VO2 (L/min) = Q x a-vo2 difference
Chapter 16: Which of the following is incorrect regarding combining aerobic and resistance exercise? A. Both aerobic and resistance exercise should be part of a complete training program. B. The increase in strength gains will be blunted compared to strength training alone. C. VO2 improvements will be blunted compared to aerobic training alone. D. Muscle girth gains will be blunted compared to strength training alone.
Vo2max improvements will be blunted compared to aerobic training alone.
Chapter 23: Which of the following is incorrect regarding the overload principle? A. The training stressed placed on the muscles must be progressively increased for adaptations to continue to occur. B. When athletes experience overload, they are burned out and their performance is reduced. C. Overload can be induced by increasing the weight lifted. D. Overload can be induced by increasing the training frequency.
When athletes experience overload, they are burned out and their performance is reduced.
Chapter 14: During the finish phase of using the rowing machine, the handle should be pulled into which part of the client's body? A. hips B. abdomen C. chest D. shoulders
abdomen
Chapter 21: Weakness or failure of the ________________ muscle to properly function does not contribute to subacromial impingement. A. upper and lower trapezius B. serratus anterior C. levator scapulae D. anterior deltoid
anterior deltoid
