NCSF: Chapter 4 CORRECT QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS 2024 LATEST UPDATE!!!
When performing a squat assessment on a new client, an exercise professional must first: - ANSWER
properly screen for exercise
When constructing an exercise prescription for an obese client, which of the following is an important
recommendation? - ANSWER select low-impact activities during aerobic exercise to minimize the risk of
injury
What is the proper assessment technique when measuring heart rate using the radial pulse? - ANSWER
placing your index and middle finger along the thumb side of the wrist
he purpose of the informed consent document is to have the client: - ANSWER agree to the assumed
risks of their exercise participation
During the administration of the Health Status Questionnaire (HSQ) your client reveals that she had
shoulder surgery to repair a damaged rotator cuff - ANSWER obtain additional information about the
injury to guide your decision
Your client discloses on the Health Status Questionnaire (HSQ) that he is taking a commonly-prescribed
beta blocker to treat his high blood pressure. What effect, if any, will this have on his training? - ANSWER
his heart rate and cardiac output will be decreased during exercise
his heart rate and cardiac output will be decreased during exercise - ANSWER Ischemia
What are you actually assessing with a maximal-repetition exercise test that exceeds 15 repetitions? -
ANSWER anaerobic endurance
The Health Status Questionnaire (HSQ) provides a trainer with all of the following pieces of information
about their client, except: - ANSWER nutritional intake
, Which of the following scales is used to assess an individual's perception of the intensity and difficulty of
the exercise - ANSWER RPE scale
Which of the following maximal assessments is appropriate for a 13 year-old exerciser - ANSWER 1 mi
run
Which of the following is a required characteristic of a legitimate professional credential - ANSWER
periodic renewal of a certification through continued education
Your male client has the following measures - which one indicates a medical referral prior to exercise
participation? - ANSWER resting heart rate of 110 bpm
When performing a test, what would enhance the validity of the measure - ANSWER Practicing the test
beforehand
Due to the duration of time for most strength adaptations to occur, re-evaluation time frames are
normally: - ANSWER 6-8 weeks
When utilizing the Borg rate of perceived exertion (RPE) 6-20 scale, what number corresponds with a
training zone of 60-80% HRR? - ANSWER 12-14
Genetics account for roughly _____ of factors, on average, that impact physical health and performance -
ANSWER 40%
Which of the following is associated with a dangerous drop in blood sodium, and is most commonly
experienced during endurance training in the heat? - ANSWER Hyponatremia
Which of the following activities is most associated with the risk for shoulder impingement? - ANSWER
swimming
. Injuries are reported in the a to the greatest extent amongst novice clients. - ANSWER lower
extremeties, ankles
ANSWERS 2024 LATEST UPDATE!!!
When performing a squat assessment on a new client, an exercise professional must first: - ANSWER
properly screen for exercise
When constructing an exercise prescription for an obese client, which of the following is an important
recommendation? - ANSWER select low-impact activities during aerobic exercise to minimize the risk of
injury
What is the proper assessment technique when measuring heart rate using the radial pulse? - ANSWER
placing your index and middle finger along the thumb side of the wrist
he purpose of the informed consent document is to have the client: - ANSWER agree to the assumed
risks of their exercise participation
During the administration of the Health Status Questionnaire (HSQ) your client reveals that she had
shoulder surgery to repair a damaged rotator cuff - ANSWER obtain additional information about the
injury to guide your decision
Your client discloses on the Health Status Questionnaire (HSQ) that he is taking a commonly-prescribed
beta blocker to treat his high blood pressure. What effect, if any, will this have on his training? - ANSWER
his heart rate and cardiac output will be decreased during exercise
his heart rate and cardiac output will be decreased during exercise - ANSWER Ischemia
What are you actually assessing with a maximal-repetition exercise test that exceeds 15 repetitions? -
ANSWER anaerobic endurance
The Health Status Questionnaire (HSQ) provides a trainer with all of the following pieces of information
about their client, except: - ANSWER nutritional intake
, Which of the following scales is used to assess an individual's perception of the intensity and difficulty of
the exercise - ANSWER RPE scale
Which of the following maximal assessments is appropriate for a 13 year-old exerciser - ANSWER 1 mi
run
Which of the following is a required characteristic of a legitimate professional credential - ANSWER
periodic renewal of a certification through continued education
Your male client has the following measures - which one indicates a medical referral prior to exercise
participation? - ANSWER resting heart rate of 110 bpm
When performing a test, what would enhance the validity of the measure - ANSWER Practicing the test
beforehand
Due to the duration of time for most strength adaptations to occur, re-evaluation time frames are
normally: - ANSWER 6-8 weeks
When utilizing the Borg rate of perceived exertion (RPE) 6-20 scale, what number corresponds with a
training zone of 60-80% HRR? - ANSWER 12-14
Genetics account for roughly _____ of factors, on average, that impact physical health and performance -
ANSWER 40%
Which of the following is associated with a dangerous drop in blood sodium, and is most commonly
experienced during endurance training in the heat? - ANSWER Hyponatremia
Which of the following activities is most associated with the risk for shoulder impingement? - ANSWER
swimming
. Injuries are reported in the a to the greatest extent amongst novice clients. - ANSWER lower
extremeties, ankles
