Question 1

Carbohydrate, protein, and fat provide which of the following amounts of energy (kcal/g)?

Accepted Answer

A)  2, 4, and 6, respectively. 
B)  4, 6, and 8, respectively. 
C)  6, 8, and 9, respectively. 
D)  4, 4, and 9, respectively. 
A)  2, 4, and 6, respectively. 
B)  4, 6, and 8, respectively. 
C)  6, 8, and 9, respectively. 
D)  4, 4, and 9, respectively.

Question 2

The rear-foot motion called pronation results from a combination of __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Abduction, eversion, and plantarflexion. 
B)  Adduction, inversion, and plantarflexion. 
C)  Abduction, eversion, and dorsiflexion. 
D)  Adduction, inversion, and dorsiflexion. 
A)  Abduction, eversion, and plantarflexion. 
B)  Adduction, inversion, and plantarflexion. 
C)  Abduction, eversion, and dorsiflexion. 
D)  Adduction, inversion, and dorsiflexion.

Question 3

In terms of chronological age, early childhood is usually described as ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Birth to 3 weeks. 
B)  3 weeks to 1 year. 
C)  1 to 6 years. 
D)  7 to 10 years. 
A)  Birth to 3 weeks. 
B)  3 weeks to 1 year. 
C)  1 to 6 years. 
D)  7 to 10 years.

Question 4

Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that is not digestible (e.g., it will pass through the digestive system without being absorbed). The NCEP ATP III guidelines recommend that soluble (viscous) fiber be included in the diet for the prevention and treatment of elevated blood lipid concentrations. Sources of soluble (viscous) fibers include __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Fruits, beans, and oats. 
B)  Meat and dairy foods. 
C)  Wheat bran and whole wheat products. 
D)  All of the above. 
A)  Fruits, beans, and oats. 
B)  Meat and dairy foods. 
C)  Wheat bran and whole wheat products. 
D)  All of the above.

Question 5

The P wave on the ECG can be __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Negative 
B)  Positive 
C)  Isoelectric 
D)  Either positive or negative 
A)  Negative 
B)  Positive 
C)  Isoelectric 
D)  Either positive or negative

Question 6

For optimal cardiovascular as well as balance and flexibility adaptations, an elderly person generally should exercise how many days per week?

Accepted Answer

A)  1. 
B)  2. 
C)  3. 
D)  5 to 7. 
A)  1. 
B)  2. 
C)  3. 
D)  5 to 7.

Question 7

A cardiac patient is taking a l3-blocker medication. During an exercise test, you would expect __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  A radioisotope (e.g., Cardiolite) to be administered, because l3-blockers depress the ST segment on the resting ECG. 
B)  An increase in the angina threshold compared to a test without the medication. 
C)  A change in heart rate or blood pressure compared to a test without the medication. 
D)  A slight decrease or no effect on blood pressure compared to a test without the medication. 
A)  A radioisotope (e.g., Cardiolite) to be administered, because l3-blockers depress the ST segment on the resting ECG. 
B)  An increase in the angina threshold compared to a test without the medication. 
C)  A change in heart rate or blood pressure compared to a test without the medication. 
D)  A slight decrease or no effect on blood pressure compared to a test without the medication.

Question 8

Which of the following waist circumference measurements indicates abdominal obesity?

Accepted Answer

A)  0.98 
B)  > 29.9 
C)  43 inches 
D)  All of the above 
A)  0.98 
B)  > 29.9 
C)  43 inches 
D)  All of the above

Question 9

In the Social Cognitive Theory, which three major dynamic interacting influences are postulated as determining behavioral change?

Accepted Answer

A)  Personal, behavioral, and environmental. 
B)  Reinforcement, commitment, and social support. 
C)  High-risk situations, social support, and perceived control. 
D)  Stage of readiness, processes of change, and confidence. 
A)  Personal, behavioral, and environmental. 
B)  Reinforcement, commitment, and social support. 
C)  High-risk situations, social support, and perceived control. 
D)  Stage of readiness, processes of change, and confidence.

Question 10

Why would a fitness facility be interested in public relations?

Accepted Answer

A)  To increase exposure for the facility and sell its services. 
B)  To become involved in local politics. 
C)  To improve staff morale. 
D)  To make the staff work harder. 
A)  To increase exposure for the facility and sell its services. 
B)  To become involved in local politics. 
C)  To improve staff morale. 
D)  To make the staff work harder.

Question 11

What is the correct term and definition to describe a potential complication that may occur after an acute MI?

Accepted Answer

A)  Expansion-another MI. 
B)  Aneurysm-bulging of the ventricular wall. 
C)  Extension-left ventricular dilation. 
D)  Rupture-coronary artery breaks open. 
A)  Expansion-another MI. 
B)  Aneurysm-bulging of the ventricular wall. 
C)  Extension-left ventricular dilation. 
D)  Rupture-coronary artery breaks open.

Question 12

The most accurate screening method for signs and symptoms of CAD is a __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Maximal exercise test with a 12-lead ECG. 
B)  Submaximal exercise test with a 12-lead ECG. 
C)  Discontinuous protocol, stopping at 85% of maximal heart rate. 
D)  Continuous protocol, stopping at 85% of maximal heart rate. 
A)  Maximal exercise test with a 12-lead ECG. 
B)  Submaximal exercise test with a 12-lead ECG. 
C)  Discontinuous protocol, stopping at 85% of maximal heart rate. 
D)  Continuous protocol, stopping at 85% of maximal heart rate.

Question 13

The clinical exercise physiologist shares a responsibility to __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Implement measures to stop disease. 
B)  Make patients look healthy. 
C)  Implement preventive measures to reduce the risk of medical emergencies. 
D)  Develop a plan to reduce the physical demands of exercise testing. 
A)  Implement measures to stop disease. 
B)  Make patients look healthy. 
C)  Implement preventive measures to reduce the risk of medical emergencies. 
D)  Develop a plan to reduce the physical demands of exercise testing.

Question 14

Which of the following strategies can help a person to maintain his or her physical activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  Schedule check-in appointments. 
B)  Reduce barriers. 
C)  Increase benefits. 
D)  Educate regarding different types of exercise. 
E)  All of the above. 
A)  Schedule check-in appointments. 
B)  Reduce barriers. 
C)  Increase benefits. 
D)  Educate regarding different types of exercise. 
E)  All of the above.

Question 15

Which of the following statements about injury reporting is NOT correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  A process for injury reporting, backed up with a form, should be developed. 
B)  The process to be used and the accompanying forms must be part of the P&P manual. 
C)  Injury reporting forms must be kept under lock and key, just like data records. 
D)  A physician should sign every injury report form that is filed. 
A)  A process for injury reporting, backed up with a form, should be developed. 
B)  The process to be used and the accompanying forms must be part of the P&P manual. 
C)  Injury reporting forms must be kept under lock and key, just like data records. 
D)  A physician should sign every injury report form that is filed.

Question 16

Which type of financial analysis would be appropriate for a not-for-profit program that wishes to determine the amount of revenue from program fees needed so that no other sources of revenue are required to meet the program's expenses?

Accepted Answer

A)  Break-down analysis. 
B)  Break-even analysis. 
C)  Profitability analysis. 
D)  Margin analysis. 
A)  Break-down analysis. 
B)  Break-even analysis. 
C)  Profitability analysis. 
D)  Margin analysis.

Question 17

In preventing injuries, hydration is very important, because __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  It controls breathing and the Valsalva maneuver. 
B)  It helps to regulate carbohydrate utilization during cardiovascular exercise. 
C)  It helps to regulate body temperature and electrolyte balance. 
D)  It helps to prevent blood pooling during the cool-down. 
A)  It controls breathing and the Valsalva maneuver. 
B)  It helps to regulate carbohydrate utilization during cardiovascular exercise. 
C)  It helps to regulate body temperature and electrolyte balance. 
D)  It helps to prevent blood pooling during the cool-down.

Question 18

What is the relative Y02 of running on a treadmill at 6.5 mph and a 0% grade?

Accepted Answer

A)  34.84 mL. kg-1. min-1 
B)  34.48 mL. kg-1. min-1 
C)  38.34 mL. kg-1. min-1 
D)  43.83 mL. kg-1. min-1 
A)  34.84 mL. kg-1. min-1 
B)  34.48 mL. kg-1. min-1 
C)  38.34 mL. kg-1. min-1 
D)  43.83 mL. kg-1. min-1

Question 19

Emergency procedures should be __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Given to all clients when they join. 
B)  Put away in a safe place. 
C)  Posted under each phone. 
D)  Posted above each fire extinguisher. 
A)  Given to all clients when they join. 
B)  Put away in a safe place. 
C)  Posted under each phone. 
D)  Posted above each fire extinguisher.

Question 20

During mild to moderate exercise, pulmonary ventilation increases primarily as a result of increased __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Tidal volume. 
B)  Breathing frequency. 
C)  Vital capacity. 
D)  Total lung volume. 
A)  Tidal volume. 
B)  Breathing frequency. 
C)  Vital capacity. 
D)  Total lung volume.

Carbohydrate, protein, and fat provide which of the following amounts of energy (kcal/g)?

The rear-foot motion called pronation results from a combination of __________.

In terms of chronological age, early childhood is usually described as ___________.

The P wave on the ECG can be __________.

For optimal cardiovascular as well as balance and flexibility adaptations, an elderly person generally should exercise how many days per week?

A cardiac patient is taking a l3-blocker medication. During an exercise test, you would expect __________.

Which of the following waist circumference measurements indicates abdominal obesity?

In the Social Cognitive Theory, which three major dynamic interacting influences are postulated as determining behavioral change?

Why would a fitness facility be interested in public relations?

What is the correct term and definition to describe a potential complication that may occur after an acute MI?

The most accurate screening method for signs and symptoms of CAD is a __________.

The clinical exercise physiologist shares a responsibility to __________.

Which of the following strategies can help a person to maintain his or her physical activity?

Which of the following statements about injury reporting is NOT correct?

Which type of financial analysis would be appropriate for a not-for-profit program that wishes to determine the amount of revenue from program fees needed so that no other sources of revenue are required to meet the program's expenses?

In preventing injuries, hydration is very important, because __________.

What is the relative Y02 of running on a treadmill at 6.5 mph and a 0% grade?

Emergency procedures should be __________.

During mild to moderate exercise, pulmonary ventilation increases primarily as a result of increased __________.

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Exam 2: ACSM Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Carbohydrate, protein, and fat provide which of the following amounts of energy (kcal/g)?

The rear-foot motion called pronation results from a combination of __________.

In terms of chronological age, early childhood is usually described as ___________.

The P wave on the ECG can be __________.

For optimal cardiovascular as well as balance and flexibility adaptations, an elderly person generally should exercise how many days per week?

A cardiac patient is taking a l3-blocker medication. During an exercise test, you would expect __________.

Which of the following waist circumference measurements indicates abdominal obesity?

In the Social Cognitive Theory, which three major dynamic interacting influences are postulated as determining behavioral change?

Why would a fitness facility be interested in public relations?

What is the correct term and definition to describe a potential complication that may occur after an acute MI?

The most accurate screening method for signs and symptoms of CAD is a __________.

The clinical exercise physiologist shares a responsibility to __________.

Which of the following strategies can help a person to maintain his or her physical activity?

Which of the following statements about injury reporting is NOT correct?

Which type of financial analysis would be appropriate for a not-for-profit program that wishes to determine the amount of revenue from program fees needed so that no other sources of revenue are required to meet the program's expenses?

In preventing injuries, hydration is very important, because __________.

What is the relative Y02 of running on a treadmill at 6.5 mph and a 0% grade?

Emergency procedures should be __________.

During mild to moderate exercise, pulmonary ventilation increases primarily as a result of increased __________.

ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

Exercise Leadership and Client Education

Exercise Programming and Implementation

Initial Client Consultation and Assessment

Legal and Professional Business and Marketing

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