FINAL EXAM CPT NCSF QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
What term represents the transfer of energy across joints to support voluntary
movement?
a.neuromuscular facilitation
b.systematic transfer
c.kinetic chain
d.isotonic acceleration - Correct Answers -kinetic chain
The posterior pelvic tilt seen in this picture, is commonly seen in bilateral leg exercises a
result of tight ____________________.
a.quadriceps
b.glutes
c.quadratus lumborum
d.hip flexors - Correct Answers -Glutes
Ankle dorsi flexion is caused by _________________.
a .a concentric contraction of the anterior tibialis
b. an isometric contraction of the soleus
c. an eccentric contraction of the biceps femoris
d. a concentric contraction of the gastrocnemius - Correct Answers -a concentric
contraction of the anterior tibialis
When performing biceps and triceps exercises, what joint action should occur at the
shoulder?
a.no joint movement
b.flexion
c.abduction
,d.extension - Correct Answers -no joint movement
What exercise is used to cause elevation of the shoulder complex (scapulae and
humerus)?
a.pull-up
b.military press
c.barbell shrug
d.seated row - Correct Answers -barbell shrug
What is the natural curvature of the thoracic spine?
a.lordotic curve
b.lateral curve
c.kyphotic curve
d.medial curve - Correct Answers -kyphotic curve
When performed correctly, what is the prime mover responsible for hip extension during
the back squat?
a.adductor magnus
b.vastus lateralis
c.sartorius
d.gluteus maximus - Correct Answers -Gluteus Maximus
What back muscle is the prime mover for the seated row exercise as it is responsible for
retraction of the scapula?
a.latissimus dorsi
b.rhomboids
c.trapezius
d.infraspinatus - Correct Answers -rhomboids
Which of the following exercises requires the greatest contribution from trunk stabilizers
when using 80% 1RM?
a.seated leg extension
b.barbell bent-over row
c.bench press
d.leg press - Correct Answers -barbell bent-over row
The performance of dumbbell side raises occurs in what movement plane?
a.anterior
b.sagittal
c.frontal
d.transverse - Correct Answers -frontal
What position of the knee is necessary to fully stretch the gastrocnemius when the
ankle is in full dorsi flexion?
a.partially flexed
b.fully flexed
, c.fully extended
d.it is not affected by the knee in dorsi flexion - Correct Answers -fully extended
Your client complains of anterior shoulder pain which is aggravated when performing
overhead lifts; what is the correct course of action?
a.Cancel the training session and have them rest for 2 weeks
b.Switch from a pronated grip to a neutral grip when performing overhead lifts
c.Perform rotator exercises
d.Document the actions that causes pain and avoid related activities - Correct Answers
-Document the actions that causes pain and avoid related activities
A lack of oxygen to tissue causing pain and discomfort is termed:
a.Anemia
b.Dyspnea
c.Ischemia
d.Apnea - Correct Answers -Ischemia
It is recommended that client files be maintained for at least 3 years upon their
completion date due to:
a.The likelihood they return to training
b.Reference for training others of similar need
c.Statutes of liability limitations can carry out that long
d.In the case the documents are needed by law - Correct Answers -Statutes of liability
limitations can carry out that long
What muscles are used to globally stabilize the humerus during the bench press?
a.latissimus dorsi and deltoid
b.pectoralis major and minor
c.rectus abdominis and erector spinae
d.obliques and transverse abdominis - Correct Answers -latissimus dorsi and deltoid
Based on the principles of stability what exercise would be the most difficult to stabilize?
a.kettlebell squats
b.standing single-arm dumbbell press
c.barbell upright row
d.modified pull-ups - Correct Answers -standing single-arm dumbbell press
To correct the movement error seen in the image, the client should be instructed to
____________.
a.lean backward and push the hips forward
b.take a broader step and push the back leg downward
c.lean forward and push the hips backward
d.pre-stretch the quadriceps and the glutes - Correct Answers -take a broader step and
push the back leg downward
AND ANSWERS
What term represents the transfer of energy across joints to support voluntary
movement?
a.neuromuscular facilitation
b.systematic transfer
c.kinetic chain
d.isotonic acceleration - Correct Answers -kinetic chain
The posterior pelvic tilt seen in this picture, is commonly seen in bilateral leg exercises a
result of tight ____________________.
a.quadriceps
b.glutes
c.quadratus lumborum
d.hip flexors - Correct Answers -Glutes
Ankle dorsi flexion is caused by _________________.
a .a concentric contraction of the anterior tibialis
b. an isometric contraction of the soleus
c. an eccentric contraction of the biceps femoris
d. a concentric contraction of the gastrocnemius - Correct Answers -a concentric
contraction of the anterior tibialis
When performing biceps and triceps exercises, what joint action should occur at the
shoulder?
a.no joint movement
b.flexion
c.abduction
,d.extension - Correct Answers -no joint movement
What exercise is used to cause elevation of the shoulder complex (scapulae and
humerus)?
a.pull-up
b.military press
c.barbell shrug
d.seated row - Correct Answers -barbell shrug
What is the natural curvature of the thoracic spine?
a.lordotic curve
b.lateral curve
c.kyphotic curve
d.medial curve - Correct Answers -kyphotic curve
When performed correctly, what is the prime mover responsible for hip extension during
the back squat?
a.adductor magnus
b.vastus lateralis
c.sartorius
d.gluteus maximus - Correct Answers -Gluteus Maximus
What back muscle is the prime mover for the seated row exercise as it is responsible for
retraction of the scapula?
a.latissimus dorsi
b.rhomboids
c.trapezius
d.infraspinatus - Correct Answers -rhomboids
Which of the following exercises requires the greatest contribution from trunk stabilizers
when using 80% 1RM?
a.seated leg extension
b.barbell bent-over row
c.bench press
d.leg press - Correct Answers -barbell bent-over row
The performance of dumbbell side raises occurs in what movement plane?
a.anterior
b.sagittal
c.frontal
d.transverse - Correct Answers -frontal
What position of the knee is necessary to fully stretch the gastrocnemius when the
ankle is in full dorsi flexion?
a.partially flexed
b.fully flexed
, c.fully extended
d.it is not affected by the knee in dorsi flexion - Correct Answers -fully extended
Your client complains of anterior shoulder pain which is aggravated when performing
overhead lifts; what is the correct course of action?
a.Cancel the training session and have them rest for 2 weeks
b.Switch from a pronated grip to a neutral grip when performing overhead lifts
c.Perform rotator exercises
d.Document the actions that causes pain and avoid related activities - Correct Answers
-Document the actions that causes pain and avoid related activities
A lack of oxygen to tissue causing pain and discomfort is termed:
a.Anemia
b.Dyspnea
c.Ischemia
d.Apnea - Correct Answers -Ischemia
It is recommended that client files be maintained for at least 3 years upon their
completion date due to:
a.The likelihood they return to training
b.Reference for training others of similar need
c.Statutes of liability limitations can carry out that long
d.In the case the documents are needed by law - Correct Answers -Statutes of liability
limitations can carry out that long
What muscles are used to globally stabilize the humerus during the bench press?
a.latissimus dorsi and deltoid
b.pectoralis major and minor
c.rectus abdominis and erector spinae
d.obliques and transverse abdominis - Correct Answers -latissimus dorsi and deltoid
Based on the principles of stability what exercise would be the most difficult to stabilize?
a.kettlebell squats
b.standing single-arm dumbbell press
c.barbell upright row
d.modified pull-ups - Correct Answers -standing single-arm dumbbell press
To correct the movement error seen in the image, the client should be instructed to
____________.
a.lean backward and push the hips forward
b.take a broader step and push the back leg downward
c.lean forward and push the hips backward
d.pre-stretch the quadriceps and the glutes - Correct Answers -take a broader step and
push the back leg downward
