ACSM-EP Test exam 2023 with 100% correct answers

Key components of health/ medical history - correct answer History of illness, surgery, hospitalization Identify signs and symptoms of disease or previous disease diagnosis Family History of CHD risk factors Drugs that may affect exercise capacity Contraindications to exercise testing Orthopedic problems Drug allergies, medication use Habits--caffeine, alcohol, tobacco, illicit drug use Exercise Habits Readiness for change Habitual level of physical activity (FITT) Work history--physical demands of occupation, note demands on upper and lower extremity Purpose of a Health Appraisal - correct answer 1. Safety - Provides health and fitness professionals with information that can lead to identification of individuals for whom exercise requires limitations or modifications or is contraindicated. 2. Risk Factor Identification - Many medical conditions increase health risk associated with physical activity or exercise testing. 3. Exercise Prescription and Programming - Information gathered allows the health/fitness professional to develop specific exercise programs appropriate to the individual needs and goals of the individual. What's Involved in a Health Appraisal? - correct answer Inquire about: 1. Present History 2. Past History 3. Family History 4. Completion of a Health Screening Questionnaire Present History - correct answer 1. Known disease or symptoms of disease 2. Activity level 3. Dietary behaviors (include caffeine and alcohol intake) 4. Smoking and tobacco use 5. Medication use (including recreational drugs), drug allergies Past History - correct answer 1. Cardiorespiratory problems 2. Orthopedic problems 3. Recent illnesses or hospitalization 4. Exercise history 5. Work history Family History - correct answer 1. Onset of heart disease in first-degree relative before age 55 in men and 65 in women 2. Other significant disorders, including diabetes, hyperlipidemia, stroke, and sudden death in first-degree relatives. Health Screening Questionnaire - correct answer A preparticipation health screening tool, such as the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) or the AHA/ACSM Health Fitness Facility Preparticipation Screening Questionnaire, should be completed before exercise testing.