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Which test provides the most personalized assessment of an individual’s true metabolic function?

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Ventilatory threshold (VT1) test

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What best defines a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+)?

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A detailed questionnaire designed to assess an individual’s physical readiness to engage in structured exercise

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In most individuals, to what pressure is the blood pressure cuff inflated when measuring resting blood pressure?

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The cuff is inflated to a value of 20 to 30 mm Hg above the point at which the pulse can no longer be felt at the wrist.

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Which muscles may be overactive with knee valgus during the overhead squat?

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Tensor fascia latae and adductor complex

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Which of the following represents a criterion for terminating an exercise test or exercise bout that involves exertion?

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Any indication of chest pain or angina-like symptoms

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Which type of assessment is typically performed first in the assessment flow?

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Static posture

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What is the most valid measurement of aerobic fitness?

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VO2max

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Which of the following is a recommendation when assessing skinfold measurements?

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Take a minimum of two measurements at each site; each measurement must be within 1 to 2 mm to take an average at each site.

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The PAR-Q+ and preparticipation process reflects what three health indicators?

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An individual’s current level of physical activity, the presence of signs and symptoms of disease, and the individual’s desired exercise intensity

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What location on the body does NASM recommend for measuring the resting heart rate?

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Radial pulse

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What principle is hydrostatic underwater weighing based upon?

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Archimedes’ principle

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What depth is suggested for the overhead squat assessment?

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Femur parallel to ground

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Into which category would a resting blood pressure score of 128/79 mm Hg fall?

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Elevated

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What is a body composition assessment technique that estimates body fat percentage by measuring the resistance to the flow of electrical currents introduced into the body?

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Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA)

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Which of the following tests uses recovery heart rate rather than exercising heart rate to evaluate cardiorespiratory fitness levels?

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YMCA 3-minute step test

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Which of the following exercises is typically used to measure maximum strength of the lower extremities?

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Squat

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Which muscles are typically underactive in association with pes planus distortion syndrome?

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Anterior and posterior tibialis, and gluteus maximus and medius
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Which of the following exercises is typically used to measure maximum strength of the upper extremities during a pushing movement?

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Bench press strength assessment

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What step cadence is used during the YMCA 3-minute step test?

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A cadence of 96 steps per minute

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For which population is the 1.5-mile (2.4-km) run test considered most valid?

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College-aged athletes

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In which BMI category would you classify Vincent if he has a BMI of 27?

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Overweight

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Where is the appropriate location to take a waist circumference measurement?

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At the narrowest point of the waist, below the rib cage and just above the top of the hip bones (while standing)

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How is lower crossed syndrome characterized?

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Anterior pelvic tilt and excessive lordosis of the lumbar spine

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How often is it recommended to reassess clientele?

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Every month

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What do you visualize to detect the movement impairment shoulder elevation?
The shoulders moving upward toward the ears
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Which postural distortion is characterized by flat feet, knee valgus, and adducted and internally rotated hips?
Pes planus distortion syndrome
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Which of the following exercises is typically used to measure muscular endurance of the upper extremities during a pushing movement?
Push-up test
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Which type of assessment assesses the alignment of the body while in motion?
Dynamic posture assessment
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Which movement assessment is a good assessment of a client's balance during movement?
Single-leg squat
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What step height is used for the YMCA 3-minute step test?
12 inches
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What does BMI (body mass index) assess for?
Whether a person's weight is appropriate for their height
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Which muscles are typically underactive with knee valgus during the single-leg squat?
Gluteus maximus and medius
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What is Bernadette’s waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) if she is measured with a waist circumference of 28 inches and a hip circumference of 33 inches?
0.85
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Which muscle would be considered overactive, leading to arms falling forward during the overhead squat assessment?
Latissimus dorsi
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Which muscles are typically underactive in association with lower crossed syndrome?
Abdominals
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What artery is used to measure blood pressure?
Brachial artery
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Which muscle would be considered underactive, leading to the excessive forward trunk lean during the overhead squat assessment?
Gluteus maximus
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What population is the VT2 talk test appropriate for?
Individuals with performance goals
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For which movement impairment would you see the knees bow outward?
Knee varus
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Which postural distortion is characterized by a forward head and rounded shoulders?
Upper crossed syndrome
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How can diastolic blood pressure be defined?
The pressure in arteries and other blood vessels when the heart is at rest or between beats; the second (bottom) number recorded
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What term refers to the ability of a test to produce consistent and repeatable results?
Reliability
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Which of the following intensities best represents VT2 during the incremental test protocol?
When the individual responds with "no" when asked, “Can you speak competently?”
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Which term defines the degree to which a test specifically measures what it is intended to measure?
Validity
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Which movement assessment utilizes weighted pullies to assess a pushing movement?
Standing push assessment
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Which of the following is the initial assessment that should be completed prior to starting any exercise or training program?
Health risk assessment
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Which of the following tests is designed to test reaction capabilities, acceleration, and maximal sprinting speed?
40-yard dash
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From the list of assessments provided, which should be conducted first to preserve its validity?
Body composition
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Which postural distortion is characterized by anterior pelvic tilt and excessive lordosis (extension) of the lumbar spine?
Lower crossed syndrome
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Which muscles are typically overactive when the feet turn out?
Gastrocnemius and soleus
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What interventions are suggested for an individual with a resting blood pressure of 134/86 mm Hg?
Some lifestyle changes coupled with some medical monitoring
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When is a muscle considered overactive?
When it is in a state of elevated neural activity (compared to its antagonist muscle), which causes the muscle to be held in a chronic state of contraction
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What is the physiological process by which the body maintains a relatively constant internal body temperature, including events like sweating to cool the body and shivering to warm the body?
Thermoregulation
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Which of the following tests is used to measure lateral speed and agility?
Lower extremity functional test (LEFT)
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What is the best description of a steady-state heart rate?
Any stage at which the physiological response of heart rate from the cardiovascular system becomes relatively constant in relation to the amount of work being performed
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Waist circumference acts as an important indicator for diseases such as what?
Heart disease and diabetes
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Where is it most common to take an individual's circumference measurement to assess health risk?
Waist

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