ACSM exam
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1. ACSM-EPs should always confirm with clients that their risk classification and
health information are accurate and up to date before:: Before proceeding with exercise
training, the EP-C should confirm that risk classification and health information are up to date.
2. Muscular fitness tests are specific to the muscle groups being assessed
and:: Muscular fitness tests are specific to the muscle group being assessed, the velocity of movement, the joint
range of motion, and the type of equipment available.
3. The DXA technique of body composition analysis is currently considered to be
the most accurate available, with a standard error of:: DXA is currently the most accurate
method of body composition analysis, with a reproducibility of +/- 1.7% for percentage body fat.
4. When meeting with a client for the initial consultation, the client reports not
being physically active (fails to meet minimum requirements). The client does
not possess any diagnosed CMR diseases, nor does the client present with any
signs/symptoms of CMR disease. What is the recommended course of action
according to the ACSM preparticipation screening algorithm?: Clients who are free from
CMR disease diagnosis and do not present with any signs/symptoms of CMR disease may begin a light/moderate
intensity exercise program regardless of current physical activity status.
5. Which organizations publish formal screening guidelines for those who plan
to participate in physical activity?: The two most widely recognized sets of formal screening guidelines
for apparently healthy individuals are published by the ACSM and the American Heart Association.
6. Which of the following strategies will BEST help generate clients?: Certified Exercise
Physiologists should become part of a network of mutually referring allied health professionals. This often fosters a
win-win situation with respect to referrals.
7. Which of the following is a negative risk factor?: High-density lipoprotein 60 mg · dL−1
8. Which of the following is considered a risk factor?: Systolic blood pressure of 143 mm Hg
The defining criteria for hypertension as it relates to a risk factor is systolic blood pressure equal to or greater than 140
mm Hg or diastolic blood pressure equal to or greater than 90 mm Hg, confirmed on two separate occasions.
9. Which of the following is a sign or symptom of pulmonary disease?: Dyspnea is
expected in most individuals during moderate to severe exertion, such as stair climbing. However, shortness of breath
at rest or at mild exertion may be an indication of underlying cardiac and/or pulmonary disease.
10. Which of the following is not a standardized skinfold site?: Buttocks/hips
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Triceps, chest, and abdominals are all areas where skinfold measurements can be taken. The buttocks/hips is a standard
site for circumference measurements, not skinfold measurements.
11. The function of the right ventricle is to:: Pump deoxygenated blood to the lungs for oxygen
loading and carbon dioxide unloading.
12. Intermittent claudication refers to:: Pain that occurs in the lower extremities during walking and
disappears after stopping.
13. Dyspnea that occurs at rest in a recumbent position and is relieved upon
sitting upright or standing is called:: Orthopnea
14. An immediate referral to a physician is indicated with a client exhibits signs
or symptoms of which of the following?: Syncope during mild exertion
There are several outward signs or symptoms that may indicate a client has current CPM (cardiovascular, pulmonary,
or metabolic) disease. She is considered high risk regardless of the number of CPM disease risk factors present,
and the client should be immediately referred to a physician before proceeding any further with exercise testing or
programming.
15. Bioelectrical impedance analysis is based on the theory that _____________ is a
good conductor of electrical current, while ____________ is a poor conductor.: Lean
tissue, fat tissue
Electrical impedance is related to the percentage of water contained in various body tissues. Lean tissue, which is
composed of mostly water and electrolytes, is a good conductor, whereas fat tissue, which contains much less water,
acts as an impedance to the electrical current.
16. Which of the following profiles is considered a risk factor with respect to
obesity?: Waist of 36 inches for females
The defining criteria for obesity risk is waist girth of 35 inches or greater for females.
17. A female client who is 150 pounds and 5 feet, 8 inches tall would have a BMI
of:: 22.8
An individual who weighs 150 pounds and is 5 feet, 8 inches tall has a BMI of: 5 ft 8 in = 173 cm = 1.73 meters squared
= 2.99 m^2 and 150 lbs = 68.18 kg. Therefore, BMI = 68.18/2.99 = 22.8 kg/m^2.
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1. ACSM-EPs should always confirm with clients that their risk classification and
health information are accurate and up to date before:: Before proceeding with exercise
training, the EP-C should confirm that risk classification and health information are up to date.
2. Muscular fitness tests are specific to the muscle groups being assessed
and:: Muscular fitness tests are specific to the muscle group being assessed, the velocity of movement, the joint
range of motion, and the type of equipment available.
3. The DXA technique of body composition analysis is currently considered to be
the most accurate available, with a standard error of:: DXA is currently the most accurate
method of body composition analysis, with a reproducibility of +/- 1.7% for percentage body fat.
4. When meeting with a client for the initial consultation, the client reports not
being physically active (fails to meet minimum requirements). The client does
not possess any diagnosed CMR diseases, nor does the client present with any
signs/symptoms of CMR disease. What is the recommended course of action
according to the ACSM preparticipation screening algorithm?: Clients who are free from
CMR disease diagnosis and do not present with any signs/symptoms of CMR disease may begin a light/moderate
intensity exercise program regardless of current physical activity status.
5. Which organizations publish formal screening guidelines for those who plan
to participate in physical activity?: The two most widely recognized sets of formal screening guidelines
for apparently healthy individuals are published by the ACSM and the American Heart Association.
6. Which of the following strategies will BEST help generate clients?: Certified Exercise
Physiologists should become part of a network of mutually referring allied health professionals. This often fosters a
win-win situation with respect to referrals.
7. Which of the following is a negative risk factor?: High-density lipoprotein 60 mg · dL−1
8. Which of the following is considered a risk factor?: Systolic blood pressure of 143 mm Hg
The defining criteria for hypertension as it relates to a risk factor is systolic blood pressure equal to or greater than 140
mm Hg or diastolic blood pressure equal to or greater than 90 mm Hg, confirmed on two separate occasions.
9. Which of the following is a sign or symptom of pulmonary disease?: Dyspnea is
expected in most individuals during moderate to severe exertion, such as stair climbing. However, shortness of breath
at rest or at mild exertion may be an indication of underlying cardiac and/or pulmonary disease.
10. Which of the following is not a standardized skinfold site?: Buttocks/hips
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Study online at https://quizlet.com/_hscw10
Triceps, chest, and abdominals are all areas where skinfold measurements can be taken. The buttocks/hips is a standard
site for circumference measurements, not skinfold measurements.
11. The function of the right ventricle is to:: Pump deoxygenated blood to the lungs for oxygen
loading and carbon dioxide unloading.
12. Intermittent claudication refers to:: Pain that occurs in the lower extremities during walking and
disappears after stopping.
13. Dyspnea that occurs at rest in a recumbent position and is relieved upon
sitting upright or standing is called:: Orthopnea
14. An immediate referral to a physician is indicated with a client exhibits signs
or symptoms of which of the following?: Syncope during mild exertion
There are several outward signs or symptoms that may indicate a client has current CPM (cardiovascular, pulmonary,
or metabolic) disease. She is considered high risk regardless of the number of CPM disease risk factors present,
and the client should be immediately referred to a physician before proceeding any further with exercise testing or
programming.
15. Bioelectrical impedance analysis is based on the theory that _____________ is a
good conductor of electrical current, while ____________ is a poor conductor.: Lean
tissue, fat tissue
Electrical impedance is related to the percentage of water contained in various body tissues. Lean tissue, which is
composed of mostly water and electrolytes, is a good conductor, whereas fat tissue, which contains much less water,
acts as an impedance to the electrical current.
16. Which of the following profiles is considered a risk factor with respect to
obesity?: Waist of 36 inches for females
The defining criteria for obesity risk is waist girth of 35 inches or greater for females.
17. A female client who is 150 pounds and 5 feet, 8 inches tall would have a BMI
of:: 22.8
An individual who weighs 150 pounds and is 5 feet, 8 inches tall has a BMI of: 5 ft 8 in = 173 cm = 1.73 meters squared
= 2.99 m^2 and 150 lbs = 68.18 kg. Therefore, BMI = 68.18/2.99 = 22.8 kg/m^2.
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