Chapter 6

Question 1

The understanding of what another person is going through from their own perspective.

Answer 1

Empathy

Question 2

A chronic disorder characterized by inflammation of the airways. The disorder is typically genetic and can be in a response to environmental triggers such as allergens, viral infections, exercise, cold weather, and stress.

Answer 2

Asthma

Question 3

The other name for Coronary heart disease (CHD). This is the most major cardiovascular disease, and it is a result of the hearts’ arteries narrowing.

Answer 3

Coronary artery disease

Question 4

This is a lipoprotein that carries the excess cholesterol from arteries to the liver. This one is known as the “good cholesterol”.

Answer 4

High-density lipoprotein (HDL):

Question 5

A lipoprotein that carries excess cholesterol and triglycerides from both the liver and small intestines, to the body’s other cells and tissues. This one is known as the “bad cholesterol”. A large amount of LDL’s can lead to atherosclerosis

Answer 5

Low-density lipoprotein (LDL):

Question 6

Commonly seen in people with coronary heart disease, this symptom is characterized by pain, tightness, or radiating pain in the chest caused by a lack of blood flow to the heart.

Answer 6

Angina

Question 7

This is defined as a decrease in how much blood is supplied to an organ, tissue, or other body part. The cause of Ischemia is either blocking or constriction of blood vessels. If this occurs in the brain, it is known as an Ischemic Stroke

Answer 7

Ischemia

Question 8

Any swelling that results from fluid building up in the body.

Answer 8

Edema

Question 9

the use of someone’s hands and/or fingers to detect the pulse of themselves or another person.

Answer 9

Palpitations

Question 10

A heart rate that is elevated past 100 beats per minute

Answer 10

Tachycardia

Question 11

A pain in the calves that is similar to having cramps. It is caused by poor circulation to the leg muscles. This condition is most often associated with peripheral vascular disease.

Answer 11

Claudication:

Question 12

A state of unconsciousness that occurs when a person passes out and falls to the floor. This is due to a lack of oxygen received by the brain. The more common name is simply fainting.

Answer 12

Syncope

Question 13

The passing of fluids through any tissue. This is best shown through the passage of blood from the blood vessels to an organ, tissue, or muscle in the body. Blood perfuses through the vessels.

Answer 13

Perfusion

Question 14

This is simply a legal obligation.

Answer 14

Liability

Question 15

Any case of a professional failing to perform up to the guidelines and rules

Answer 15

Negligence

Question 16

Ay condition that is present over a long period of time. The opposite of acute

Answer 16

Chronic

Question 17

A rapid onset condition. The condition is very short but can be severe. This is the opposite of chronic.

Answer 17

Acute

Question 18

A form of Arteriosclerosis in which fatty material builds up on the inner arterial walls. This causes the arteries to thicken, harden, and lose their elasticity. This can lead to Atherosclerotic Heart Disease

Answer 18

Atherosclerosis

Question 19

A sudden and very serious blockage of blood flow to the brain.

Answer 19

Stoke

Question 20

A twist in a joint that is traumatic and results in stretching or tearing of the connecting tissues used to stabilize. The most common tissues involved are ligaments and joint capsules. Many times, there is some accompanying discoloration, swelling and/or pain

Answer 20

Sprains

Question 21

A stretch, tear, or rip in a muscle or another tissue like the fascia or muscle tendon.

Answer 21

Strains

Question 22

This is any injury that is caused by an activity that places a lot of stress on one specific area of the body over a longer period of time. People often wear down joints like the knee or elbow.

Answer 22

Overuse Injury

Question 23

Any medication or drug that causes an increase in urine production and also sodium excretion.

Answer 23

Diuretics

Question 24

An upset in the rhythm or rate of the heartbeat. Sometimes this may the sign of a serious heart disease, but not always

Answer 24

Arrhythmias

Question 25

Smooth muscles that line the vessels contract and narrow the opening of the blood vessels.

Answer 25

Vasoconstriction

Question 26

An increase in the diameter of the blood vessels. This allows for increased blood flow to another part of the body.

Answer 26

Vasodilation

Question 27

Also known as an EKG or ECG, this is a device that records the electrical activity within the heart

Answer 27

Electrocardiogram

Question 28

This term is used medically for listening to the internal sounds of the body, most often the heartbeat, using a stethoscope.

Answer 28

Auscultation

Question 29

The five different sounds produced by blood pumping through the brachial artery. Blood pressure is determined from these sounds.

Answer 29

Korotkoff Sounds:

Question 30

How Far should a trainer sit away from their client?

Answer 30

1.5 - 4 ft

Question 31

Asking additional questions to gain more info from the client

Answer 31

Probing

Question 32

Restating the feelings or expressions of the client

Answer 32

Reflecting