When should you terminate the Back Extension test?
1. experiences pain, discomfort, or fatigue
2. if their torso drops below horizontal
3. reach maximum time
What effect do Anticoagulants have on HR?
no effect
How many warnings on positioning does the client get on the back extension test?
one
Where should the client look during the back extension test?
floor
What effect do Calcium Channel Blockers have on HR?
Decrease resting and exercise HR
What body part should your hands be under in the starting position of a pushup?
Shoulders
Definition: Steady State
when oxygen demand equals supply during aerobic metabolism
What are some effects of mental illness medications?
1. Drowsiness
2. Weight Gain
What % lower is aerobic power for females?
10
What effect do Nitrates have on HR?
increase HR
What do you measure Vertical Jump to?
Nearest 0.5cm
What is the purpose of the One Leg Stance test?
assesses balance, including balance impairments
especially beneficial for the older population
What are the 7 types of Cardiovascular Medications?
BAND SAC
1. Beta Blockers
2. Diuretics
3. Ace Inhibitors
4. Calcium Channel Blockers
5. Anticoagulants
6. Statins
7. Nitrates
What is the max amount of time your client can hold the back extension?
3 minutes
How many times do you measure each hand for Hand Grip?
Twice
If the client is unable to reach the mark on the flexometer, what should you measure? Does this count towards their HBR?
From fingertips to the 0 mark. It does not count, but can be used towards goal setting.
By how much does the risk of falling increase when a client is unable to balance on one leg for more than 5 seconds?
Twice
What is the device for Hand Grip called?
Hand Grip Dynamometer
How many seconds do you rest between Vertical Jumps?
10-15s
At what rate does your aerobic ability decrease with age, between what ages?
10% between 20 and 69
What happens to systolic blood pressure while exercising?
can increase up to 200mmHg
What is the purpose of the Back Extension test?
measures the isometric endurance of the trunk extensor muscles, indicates good back health and prevention of low back pain
What should the clients arms be doing during the back extension
crossed on chest
What is the only MSK with a different population? What are they?
One Leg Stance - Balance - 18-69
Rest - 15-69
What side effects do Cardiovascular Medications have?
1. Suppress HR and BP at rest AND during exercise
2. Increase fluid loss
3. Increase exercise tolerance
4. Decrease BP during exercise
How many times before the Sit and Reach do you perform the hurdler's stretch on each leg? For how long?
Twice. 20s.
How many times do you perform the Sit and Reach?
Twice
How do you determine the HBR for Hand Grip?
Take the highest number from each hand and add them together.
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905 721 2000 ex 2400
What effect do Beta Blockers have on HR?
suppress hr
How can your client maximize their Sit and Reach result?
Lower their head and exhale
What measure of time is the Back Extension HBR in?
seconds
How many times does the client perform the Vertical Jump test?
3
How should arms be positioned during the one leg stance?
crossed on chest
What are the indirect implications of cancer medications?
1. Fatigue
2. Anemia
3. Burns
4. Coordination
Where is the AED in the flex?
at the check in desk at the flex
What effect do statins have on HR?
no effect
What do you measure the Sit and Reach to?
Nearest 0.5cm
What should be aligned with the edge of the table for back extension?
Iliac Crest
True or False: Musculoskeletal medications affect HR and BP.
false
True or False: Asthmatic clients should have their inhaler in their locker at all times.
false. on them.
What is the purpose of the Vertical Jump test?
measures peak leg power or the ability to contract the leg muscles with speed and force in one explosive action
indicates functional capacity & independant living as you age
What unit of measure do you round the Hand Grip measurement to?
1kg
What should be 6 inches apart during the Sit and Reach?
Inner edge of the soles
When should you stop the Push Up test?
1. client strains forcibly
2. unable to maintain technique over 2 consecutive repetitions
3. asks to stop
What is the device for the sit and reach called?
Flexometer
What is the purpose of the Hand Grip test?
measures isometric strength & is widely used as an indicator of overall body strength, functional limitation and disability later in life
What is the purpose of the Sit and Reach test?
measures hamstring & lower back flexibility & a valid indicator of general flexibility
tightness indicates poor back health
Hip flexibility & Hamstring extensibility
When should you terminate the one leg stance test?
1. Arms uncross
2. foot moves towards or away from standing foot
3. weight bearing foot moves (rotates on floor)
4. 45 seconds has elapsed
What two types of medication can cause drowsiness?
Mental Illness & Musculoskeletal
How long do you hold your position for on the Sit and Reach?
2 full seconds
What effect do Diuretics have on HR?
no effect
Definition: Maximum Difference
Difference between standing reach height & peak jump height
What does balancing on one leg require?
1. Static Balance
2. Leg Strength
3. Integration of inner ear and visual signals and receptors in the muscles and joints
What happens to diastolic BP during exercise?
doesn't change or decrease slightly (hypotensive)
True or False: Mental Illness medications will affect HR and BP.
false
What joint on the hand should the hand dynomometer sit?
2nd joint
True or False: Asthma medication can affect HR.
true
How many seconds should the client pause before jumping in the Vertical Jump test?
1-2s
What effect do Ace Inhibitors have on HR?
no effect
What is the purpose of the Push Up test?
measure of muscular endurance of the chest, shoulders, and arms
important for ADLs like carrying groceries or shoveling snow which require repeated sub-maximal contractions
What body parts should not touch the mat on the down phase of a pushup?
Belly and thighs
What should you record the one leg stance time to?
nearest 0.1s
What percent of a persons arm should the BP cuff cover?
80%
