ACSM-EP Test questions with 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? COR