Professional Development and Responsibility

Question 1

evidence-based practice

Answer 1

conscientious use of current best evidence in making decisions about client care

Question 2

three fundamental components of evidence based practice

Answer 2

1. developing individual professional expertise
2. staying current on the best sources of external evidence
3. prioritizing client values and expectations

Question 3

peer-reviewed research

Answer 3

a process of subjection an authors scholarly work, research or ideas to the scrutiny of others who are experts in the same field

Question 4

kinesiology

Answer 4

study of movement as it relates to anatomy and physiology

Question 5

deconditioned

Answer 5

state of lost physical fitness, which may include muscle imbalances, decreased flexibility, and lack of core and joint stability

Question 6

overweight

Answer 6

a body weight greater than what is considered within normal standards; a body mass index of 25.0-29.9

Question 7

muscle imbalances

Answer 7

when muscles on each side of a joint have altered length-tension relationships

Question 8

joint stability

Answer 8

the support provided by tissue surrounding a joint to maintain and provide control during movement

Question 9

socioeconomic status

Answer 9

the social standing of a person or group that includes education, income and occupation

Question 10

morbidity

Answer 10

the state of having a disease

Question 11

mortality

Answer 11

a state or a risk of death or dying

Question 12

homeostasis

Answer 12

process by which the human body strives to maintain a relatively stable equilibrium

Question 13

disease

Answer 13

abnormal condition that negatively affects the structure or function of a part of the body

Question 14

which organization functions as the international public health agency of the united nations?

Answer 14

world health organization (WHO)

Question 15

what chronic disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women?`

Answer 15

coronary artery disease

Question 16

metric BMI formula

Answer 16

weight (kg) / [height(m)]^2

Question 17

what is the BMI range for a low disease risk, healthy weight?

Answer 17

18.5-24.9

Question 18

stroke

Answer 18

a sudden lack of blood supply to the brain, caused by either a blockage in an artery or ruptured blood vessel

Question 19

heart attack

Answer 19

action that occurs when an artery supplying the heart with blood and oxygen becomes blocked (myocardial infraction)

Question 20

heart valve problem

Answer 20

condition that occurs when one or more heart valves do not function properly, causing shortness of breath and reduced oxygen supply to the body

Question 20

heart failure

Answer 20

condition in which the heart can’t pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs

Question 21

arrhythmia

Answer 21

problem with the rate or rhythm of a personas heartbeat

Question 22

ischemic heart disease

Answer 22

category of heart-related problems caused by the narrowing of coronary arteries which supply blood and oxygen to the heart muscle

Question 22

atherosclerosis

Answer 22

processes by which plaque is formed in arteries leading to reduced blood flow

Question 22

hypertension

Answer 22

consistently elevated blood pressure

Question 22

systolic blood pressure

Answer 22

the pressure in arteries and other blood vessels when the heart is contracting. the first (top) number recorded

Question 22

diabetes

Answer 22

chronic metabolic disorder, caused by insulin deficiency

Question 22

diastolic blood pressure

Answer 22

the pressure in arteries and other blood vessels when heart is at rest or between beats; the second (bottom) number recorded

Question 23

cancer

Answer 23

a group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other body parts

Question 24

glucose

Answer 24

simplest form of carbohydrate used by the body for energy

Question 25

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Answer 25

progressive lung disease

Question 26

endorphins

Answer 26

hormones reducing the perception of pain

Question 27

two most common issues at the food and ankle complex

Answer 27

sprains and plantar fasciitis

Question 28

sprain

Answer 28

a stretching or tearing of a ligament

Question 28

plantar fasciitis

Answer 28

inflammation of fibrous tissue along the bottom of the foot (intense heel pain)

Question 28

role of a certified personal trainer

Answer 28

design safe and effective exercise programs to help clients reach health, wellness and fitness goals

Question 28

three most common knee injuries

Answer 28

patellar tendonitis, ACL tear, MCL tear

Question 28

lumbo-pelvic-hip-complex (LPHC)

Answer 28

made up of the lumbar spine, pelvis, abdomen, and hip musculoskeletal structures (core)

Question 28

what does the term shoulder impingement syndrome refer to?

Answer 28

shoulder pain caused by rotator cuff tissue rubbing against the acromion bone

Question 28

fitness manage