NASM CPT FINAL Exam Questions and Answers
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When is the best time for clients to measure their resting heart rate? - CORRECT
answer upon waking in the morning
Name two common tests for assessing cardiorespiratory efficiency. - CORRECT
answer YMCA 3-Min Step Test & Rockport Walk Test
What are three methods of assessing body fat percentage? - CORRECT answer
Underwater weighing, bioelectrical impedance, and skin fold measurements
What is the BMI range for a person who has a very high risk of disease? - CORRECT
answer 35.0-39.99
What are the two main calf muscles that are responsible for concentrically accelerating
plantar flexion? - CORRECT answer Gastrocnemius and soleus
Name the muscle that is responsible for concentrically accelerating hip extension and
external rotation. - CORRECT answer Gluteus maximus
What do you call measurable data regarding a clients physical state, such as body
composition, movement assessments, and cardiorespiratory ability? - CORRECT
answer Objective information
What do you call information gathered from a client that includes their occupation,
lifestyle, and medical background - CORRECT answer Subjective information
What positional guidelines do you give a client who is setting up for an Overhead Squat
assessment? - CORRECT answer Feet shoulder-width apart and pointed straight
ahead; foot and ankle complex in a neutral position; arms raised overhead, with elbows
fully extended
What is the level that a client is instructed to squat to when performing the Overhead
Squat assessment? - CORRECT answer Height of a chair
Compensations observed during the Overhead Squat assessment from the anterior
view. - CORRECT answer Feet turn out and knees move inward
Compensations observed during the Overhead Squat assessment from the lateral view.
- CORRECT answer Low back arches, excessive forward lean, arms fall forward
,During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles
when the feet turn out? - CORRECT answer Soleus, lateral gastrocnemius, and
biceps femoris (short head)
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles if a
client's feet turn out? - CORRECT answer Medial gastrocnemius, medial hamstring
complex, gracilis, sartorius, popliteus
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles
when the knees move inward? - CORRECT answer Adductor complex, biceps femoris
(short head), tensor fascia latae, vastus lateralis
What are the probable underactive muscles when a client's knees move inward during
an Overhead Squat Assessment? - CORRECT answer Gluteus medius/maximus,
vastus medialis oblique
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles
when there is an excessive forward lean? - CORRECT answer Soleus,
gastrocnemius, hip flexor complex, abdominal complex
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles
when a client shows an excessive forward lean? - CORRECT answer Anterior tibialis,
gluteus maximus, erector spinae
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles
when the low back arches? - CORRECT answer Hip flexor complex, erector spinae,
latissimus dorsi
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles
when a client's low back arches? - CORRECT answer Gluteus maximus, hamstring
complex, intrinsic core stabilizers
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles
when the client's arms fall forward? - CORRECT answer Latissimus dorsi, teres
major, pectoralis major/minor
What are the probable underactive muscles when a client's arms fall forward during an
Overhead Squat Assessment? - CORRECT answer Middle/lower trapezius,
rhomboids, rotator cuff
After assessing a client's Overhead Squat, which muscles should you have them foam
roll and stretch? - CORRECT answer Overactive muscles
After assessing a client's Overhead Squat, which muscles should you have them
strengthen? - CORRECT answer Underactive muscles
,Name movement compensations observed during a Pushing assessment. - CORRECT
answer Low back arches, shoulder elevates, head migrates forward
During a Pushing assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles when a
client's lower back arches? - CORRECT answer Hip flexors and erector spinae
During a Pushing assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles when a
client's lower back arches? - CORRECT answer Intrinsic core stabilizers
During a Pushing assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles when a
client's shoulder elevates/head migrates forward? - CORRECT answer Upper
trapezius, sternocleidomastoid, and levator scapulae
During a Pushing assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles when a
client's shoulders elevate? - CORRECT answer Middle/ lower trapezius
During a Pushing assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles when a
client's head protrudes forward? - CORRECT answer Deep cervical flexors
Name the assessment that measures lower extremity agility and neuromuscular control.
- CORRECT answer Shark Skill Test
What is an indicator that a female client's ankle complex will be in a plantar flexed
position for extended periods of time based on occupation? - CORRECT answer
Wearing dress shoes (high heels)
Name the class of medication that decreases heart rate and blood pressure -
CORRECT answer Beta-blockers
Name 2 conditions in which Beta-blockers might be prescribed. - CORRECT answer
High blood pressure and arrhythmias
What muscle action develops tension while lengthening and prevents resistance from
accelerating in an uncontrolled manner? - CORRECT answer Eccentric
What muscle action develops when a muscle exerts more force than is placed on it,
resulting in the shortening of the muscle? - CORRECT answer Concentric
Name the imaginary bisector that divides the body into right and left halves. -
CORRECT answer Sagittal plane
This movement primarily occurs from side to side, as if there were a wall in front of and
behind the body. - CORRECT answer Frontal plane movements
, Name the energy storage and transfer unit within the cells of the body. - CORRECT
answer Adenosine Triphosphate or ATP
What is the starting zone of cardiorespiratory training when a client scores poor during
the YMCA 3-Minute Step Test? - CORRECT answer Zone one
What is the starting zone of cardiorespiratory training when a client scores average on
the YMCA 3-Minute Step Test? - CORRECT answer Zone two
What information can be provided to the health and fitness professional by knowing the
client's occupation? - CORRECT answer Common movement patterns
What relevant information can you learn about a client based on their occupation and
movement capacity? - CORRECT answer Extended periods of sitting, repetitive
movements, dress shoes, mental stress
Which muscles have decreased neural control once a client has had an ankle sprain? -
CORRECT answer Gluteus maximus and gluteus medius
This chamber of the heart gathers oxygenated blood coming to the heart from the lungs.
- CORRECT answer Left atrium
Give the straight percentage method equation for calculating a client's target heart rate.
- CORRECT answer (220-client's age) x desired intensity
Name the muscles involved in respiratory inspiration. - CORRECT answer Name the
muscles involved in respiratory inspiration.
Diaphragm, external intercostals, scalenes, sternocleidomastoid, pectoralis minor
What are three guidelines for the health and fitness professional when taking the radial
pulse of a client? - CORRECT answer Touch should be gentle, take the pulse when
the client is calm, take the pulse over the course of 3 days (at the same time each day)
and average the results to ensure accuracy
Name the functional unit of the muscle that lies in the space between two Z lines. It
produces muscular contraction and is formed by repeating sections of actin and myosin.
- CORRECT answer Sarcomere
The science concerned with the internal and external forces acting on the human body
and the effects produced by these forces. - CORRECT answer Biomechanics
The heart rate training zone between 65 to 75% that builds an aerobic base and aids in
recovery. - CORRECT answer Zone 1
The heart rate training zone between 76 to 85% that increases both aerobic and
anaerobic endurance. - CORRECT answer Zone 2
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When is the best time for clients to measure their resting heart rate? - CORRECT
answer upon waking in the morning
Name two common tests for assessing cardiorespiratory efficiency. - CORRECT
answer YMCA 3-Min Step Test & Rockport Walk Test
What are three methods of assessing body fat percentage? - CORRECT answer
Underwater weighing, bioelectrical impedance, and skin fold measurements
What is the BMI range for a person who has a very high risk of disease? - CORRECT
answer 35.0-39.99
What are the two main calf muscles that are responsible for concentrically accelerating
plantar flexion? - CORRECT answer Gastrocnemius and soleus
Name the muscle that is responsible for concentrically accelerating hip extension and
external rotation. - CORRECT answer Gluteus maximus
What do you call measurable data regarding a clients physical state, such as body
composition, movement assessments, and cardiorespiratory ability? - CORRECT
answer Objective information
What do you call information gathered from a client that includes their occupation,
lifestyle, and medical background - CORRECT answer Subjective information
What positional guidelines do you give a client who is setting up for an Overhead Squat
assessment? - CORRECT answer Feet shoulder-width apart and pointed straight
ahead; foot and ankle complex in a neutral position; arms raised overhead, with elbows
fully extended
What is the level that a client is instructed to squat to when performing the Overhead
Squat assessment? - CORRECT answer Height of a chair
Compensations observed during the Overhead Squat assessment from the anterior
view. - CORRECT answer Feet turn out and knees move inward
Compensations observed during the Overhead Squat assessment from the lateral view.
- CORRECT answer Low back arches, excessive forward lean, arms fall forward
,During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles
when the feet turn out? - CORRECT answer Soleus, lateral gastrocnemius, and
biceps femoris (short head)
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles if a
client's feet turn out? - CORRECT answer Medial gastrocnemius, medial hamstring
complex, gracilis, sartorius, popliteus
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles
when the knees move inward? - CORRECT answer Adductor complex, biceps femoris
(short head), tensor fascia latae, vastus lateralis
What are the probable underactive muscles when a client's knees move inward during
an Overhead Squat Assessment? - CORRECT answer Gluteus medius/maximus,
vastus medialis oblique
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles
when there is an excessive forward lean? - CORRECT answer Soleus,
gastrocnemius, hip flexor complex, abdominal complex
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles
when a client shows an excessive forward lean? - CORRECT answer Anterior tibialis,
gluteus maximus, erector spinae
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles
when the low back arches? - CORRECT answer Hip flexor complex, erector spinae,
latissimus dorsi
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles
when a client's low back arches? - CORRECT answer Gluteus maximus, hamstring
complex, intrinsic core stabilizers
During an Overhead Squat assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles
when the client's arms fall forward? - CORRECT answer Latissimus dorsi, teres
major, pectoralis major/minor
What are the probable underactive muscles when a client's arms fall forward during an
Overhead Squat Assessment? - CORRECT answer Middle/lower trapezius,
rhomboids, rotator cuff
After assessing a client's Overhead Squat, which muscles should you have them foam
roll and stretch? - CORRECT answer Overactive muscles
After assessing a client's Overhead Squat, which muscles should you have them
strengthen? - CORRECT answer Underactive muscles
,Name movement compensations observed during a Pushing assessment. - CORRECT
answer Low back arches, shoulder elevates, head migrates forward
During a Pushing assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles when a
client's lower back arches? - CORRECT answer Hip flexors and erector spinae
During a Pushing assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles when a
client's lower back arches? - CORRECT answer Intrinsic core stabilizers
During a Pushing assessment, what are the probable overactive muscles when a
client's shoulder elevates/head migrates forward? - CORRECT answer Upper
trapezius, sternocleidomastoid, and levator scapulae
During a Pushing assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles when a
client's shoulders elevate? - CORRECT answer Middle/ lower trapezius
During a Pushing assessment, what are the probable underactive muscles when a
client's head protrudes forward? - CORRECT answer Deep cervical flexors
Name the assessment that measures lower extremity agility and neuromuscular control.
- CORRECT answer Shark Skill Test
What is an indicator that a female client's ankle complex will be in a plantar flexed
position for extended periods of time based on occupation? - CORRECT answer
Wearing dress shoes (high heels)
Name the class of medication that decreases heart rate and blood pressure -
CORRECT answer Beta-blockers
Name 2 conditions in which Beta-blockers might be prescribed. - CORRECT answer
High blood pressure and arrhythmias
What muscle action develops tension while lengthening and prevents resistance from
accelerating in an uncontrolled manner? - CORRECT answer Eccentric
What muscle action develops when a muscle exerts more force than is placed on it,
resulting in the shortening of the muscle? - CORRECT answer Concentric
Name the imaginary bisector that divides the body into right and left halves. -
CORRECT answer Sagittal plane
This movement primarily occurs from side to side, as if there were a wall in front of and
behind the body. - CORRECT answer Frontal plane movements
, Name the energy storage and transfer unit within the cells of the body. - CORRECT
answer Adenosine Triphosphate or ATP
What is the starting zone of cardiorespiratory training when a client scores poor during
the YMCA 3-Minute Step Test? - CORRECT answer Zone one
What is the starting zone of cardiorespiratory training when a client scores average on
the YMCA 3-Minute Step Test? - CORRECT answer Zone two
What information can be provided to the health and fitness professional by knowing the
client's occupation? - CORRECT answer Common movement patterns
What relevant information can you learn about a client based on their occupation and
movement capacity? - CORRECT answer Extended periods of sitting, repetitive
movements, dress shoes, mental stress
Which muscles have decreased neural control once a client has had an ankle sprain? -
CORRECT answer Gluteus maximus and gluteus medius
This chamber of the heart gathers oxygenated blood coming to the heart from the lungs.
- CORRECT answer Left atrium
Give the straight percentage method equation for calculating a client's target heart rate.
- CORRECT answer (220-client's age) x desired intensity
Name the muscles involved in respiratory inspiration. - CORRECT answer Name the
muscles involved in respiratory inspiration.
Diaphragm, external intercostals, scalenes, sternocleidomastoid, pectoralis minor
What are three guidelines for the health and fitness professional when taking the radial
pulse of a client? - CORRECT answer Touch should be gentle, take the pulse when
the client is calm, take the pulse over the course of 3 days (at the same time each day)
and average the results to ensure accuracy
Name the functional unit of the muscle that lies in the space between two Z lines. It
produces muscular contraction and is formed by repeating sections of actin and myosin.
- CORRECT answer Sarcomere
The science concerned with the internal and external forces acting on the human body
and the effects produced by these forces. - CORRECT answer Biomechanics
The heart rate training zone between 65 to 75% that builds an aerobic base and aids in
recovery. - CORRECT answer Zone 1
The heart rate training zone between 76 to 85% that increases both aerobic and
anaerobic endurance. - CORRECT answer Zone 2
