acsm EP exam 2023 with 100% correct answers

When should an exercise physiologist administer a health history form to a client? A. before the fitness evaluation B. following the first exercise session C. during the physician's medical examination D. after creating an exercise prescription - correct answer -A An exercise physiologist is conducting a Bruce submaximal treadmill test. Near the end of stage 2, the client reports that they are starting to experience chest discomfort. The client indicates that they would like to continue. Which of the following is the most appropriate? A. Continue to stage 3. B. Maintain the speed and gradient. C. Decrease the speed and gradient by 2%. D. Discontinue the test. - correct answer -D During the preparticipation screening, a 53-year-old male client presents with the following information: Physical activity history: • Enjoys gardening at home • Likes to walk/jog 2-3 times per week at 3-4 MET for 20 minutes Health history: • Successfully completed an outpatient cardiac rehabilitation three years ago • A routine physical was conducted 10 months ago • Cleared for moderate to vigorous exercise at that time Goal: • Run in a local 5K race in six months • Complete in under 30 minutes The client would like to begin an exercise program right away. Which of the following is the most appropriate to perform next? A. Discontinue the screening and request a more current exercise clearance. B. Administer a Cooper 12-min test and determine the client's aerobic capacity. C. Start th