ACE Chapter 13-14

A participant has trouble breathing during a class. The GFI asks participants to take a break so that the instructor can attend to the participant. They disclose that they have asthma and have experienced this before. The participant decides to leave the class to use an inhaler and rest. After class, the participant is feeling better. The GFI meets with the participant and fills out an incident report form. Fellow participants are concerned and asking about the affected participant. How should the GFI respond?

Do not discuss the participant's medical status with fellow class members. Maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA.

A participant who is two months pregnant wants to start an exercise program. What is one thing that they can do to enhance their experience?

Eat a snack or meal prior to exercise.

How often should an ACE Certified GFI renew their CPR/AED certification?

Every two years

What is the BEST way to respond if you suspect a class participant is exercising to excess?

Express your concerns directly to the participant, using empathy.

Which warm up would be MOST appropriate for a kickboxing class?

Full-body movements like squats, jabs, and knee strikes and joint-specific mobility movements for the knees, hips, and shoulders.

Which of the following is considered a symptom of illness?

Headache

When teaching a class for older adults, what's the BEST strategy to anticipate participants' intrinsic risk factors and reduce risk?

Increase the duration of the warm-up and cool-down.

Providing rating of perceived exertion (RPE) check-ins so participants can learn to self-monitor is especially important for which of the following populations?

Individuals who are deconditioned and new to exercise

A fitness class has reached maximal capacity in the space where it is held. There are two more participants who wish to attend. What is the BEST course of action?

Inform the participants that the class is full and point out other fitness opportunities they might engage in.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four elements required to substantiate a claim of negligence?

Intention

How can a GFI and the facility they work in be BEST prepared for a situation where a participant experiences hypoglycemia?

Keep glucose tablets in accessible first-aid kits.

If a GFI's employer requires them to transport participants to an "off-site" location for a class, the GFI should first _______________.

Make sure that the employer's insurance covers transportation

A GFI is preparing to teach a cycling class. Upon arrival to the facility, the instructor finds that two of the bike seats are broken, rendering them unusable for class. Which of the following is the BEST course of action for the GFI to take?

Notify the facility, remove the bikes if possible, and place a proper sign on both bikes.

What is the MOST appropriate first step for a GFI to take before sharing information about a participant with other members of the class?

Obtain express written consent

A GFI is interested in teaching a Zumba class at their studio. To avoid trademark concerns, what is the MOST appropriate step for the GFI to take?

Obtain zumba instructor training

Because waivers are typically governed by state law, which of the following is of utmost importance in an online class format?

Participant location

What's the MOST important consideration for teaching a class on a carpeted surface?

Perform lateral movements and turning exercises less frequently and with caution.

A GFI is teaching a large group. To ensure all participants are in full view, from which area of the exercise space should the GFI supervise?

Perimeter

Which of the following is considered a sign of illness?

Profuse sweating

A GFI notices that a participant seems to be struggling and wincing during the performance oflunges. What is the BEST course of action?

Provide multiple exercise options, regressions, or adaptations. Encourage participants to choose an option that suits them best and does not cause pain.

What's the MOST appropriate modification to accommodate the needs of a participant who has carpal tunnel syndrome?

Provide options to keep the wrist in neutral alignment during planks or push-ups.

What's the MOST appropriate modification to accommodate the needs of a participant with plantar fasciitis?

Provide options to reduce or remove impact.

A participant starts stumbling, is having difficulty speaking, and appears confused. What is the BEST course of action?

Recognize the signs of a stroke and activate EMS.

A participant asks for a recommendation for shoes to wear during class. What recs can a GFI provide to be MOST helpful?

Recommend cross trainers, a hybrid shoe to provide versatility and lateral support.

You are asked to teach a class at a local facility, but upon your arrival you find the ceiling is leaking and there are puddles of water throughout the exercise area. Which of the following is the BEST approach to take?

Refuse to teach the class and document that decision in writing to facility management.

Which of the following is NOT an approach for managing and reducing identified risks?

Removal

A GFI wants to use a new piece of equipment in their class. What is the BEST course of action?

Review the manufacturer's instructions for proper use of the equipment.

A special addition to a typical insurance policy that explains specific details regarding when and where the insurance policy applies is referred to as a(n) ____

Rider

The process by which a GFI reviews each risk, with consideration given to the probability that the risk could occur, is referred to as _______________.

Risk evaluation

The specification of all risks that may be encountered in the areas of instruction, supervision, facilities, equipment, and transportation is referred to as _______________.

Risk identification

The responsibilities arising from the relationship between a GFI and a participant produce what is called "legal expectation," which is also referred to as _______________.

Standard of care

Which of the following is the BEST option for keeping participant info confidential?

Storing records in a locked filing cabinet

Which of the following is an acute injury?

Strain

The acronym FAST (facial drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulties, time to call EMS) can be used to remember the signs and symptoms of which emergency?

Stroke

A GFI offers recorded "on demand" classes from their business website. This means the element of _______________ is removed.

Supervision

Which of the following policies provides additional coverage for all the other types of insurance (home, auto, etc) that a GFI may have in place?

Umbrella

When does the GFI's responsibility begin?

When a new participant walks in the door

A GFI is leading a strength-based circuit class in which a participant incurs a shoulder injury from lifting weight that was too heavy. The GFI observed the participant struggling but did not intervene. Would the GFI potentially be held liable in court if the participant sues, and why or why not?

Yes. The GFI had a duty to their participants to provide proper instruction and did not intervene.

You are preparing to teach a cardio-based group fitness class and a participant arrives early to ask your advice. The participant shares with you that they are experiencing discomfort on the medial sides of their shins and would like to know what you think is causing the pain and if they should participate. Which of the following is the BEST way to respond?

"I am concerned that the activity today would exacerbate the discomfort and I advise you to get medical clearance from a physician before participating in further activity."

For a contract to be legal and binding, four elements are required. Which of the follwoing is NOT one of those elements?

A signed waiver

During a group fitness class, a participant trips over an extension cord in the classroom and incurs an injury to their ankle. Consequently, the GFI is held accountable for failing to provide a safe exercise environment. This type of negligence is an example of a(n) _______________.

Act of omission

A participant displays labored breathing, sweating, paleness, lightheadedness, and pain in the chest. What is the BEST course of action?

Activate EMS.

To fulfill the standard of care, GFIs must provide instruction that is both _______________.

Adequate and proper

The ____ prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability

Americans with Disabilities Act

Participants who are experiencing an injury often feel fearful or conflicted about performing any form of physical activity. How can a GFI help break down real or perceived barriers to resuming physical activity after an injury?

Ask open-ended questions to learn more about the barrier, then collaborate with the participant to determine realistic ways to overcome barriers.

A participant confides that they are navigating a mild calf strain, and they are upset that they cannot attend fitness classes. Using the ACE ABC ApproachTM, what is the BEST course of action for the GFI?

Ask open-ended questions: "You mentioned you were upset that you can't attendfitness classes. What are you hoping to achieve by attending classes?"

Which of the following is the MOST appropriate modification for a participant with a shoulder impingement?

Avoid overhead movements, upright rows, and tricep dips.

To align with copyright laws, MOST facilities will obtain which type of license in order to use music in their classes?

Blanket

When coaching the stretching section of a cool-down, how can a GFI mitigate risk?

Coach participants to limit stretching to a pain-free range of motion.

Teaching classes in a shared use space is becoming a popular trend in group fitness classes. What tis the FIRST step a GFI should take if they are interested in offering an outdoor class?

Consult their insurance policies to ensure the class will be covered