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Which mechanisms increase the heart's stroke volume during exercise?

Which mechanisms increase the heart's stroke volume during exercise? 




A. enhanced diastolic filling
B. increased level of specific hormones only during exercise
C. increased resistance to blood flow in the outlying tissues
D. A and B only
E. A and C only


Answer: D

When working with a client who has a history of plantar fasciitis, it would be MOST important to include stretching exercises for the __________.

When working with a client who has a history of plantar fasciitis, it would be MOST important to include stretching exercises for the __________. 




A. Gastrocnemius, soleus, and plantar fascia
B. Plantar fascia, peroneus longus, and peroneus brevis
C. Gastrocnemius, tibialis posterior, and tibialis anterior
D. Plantar fascia, tibialis anterior, and flexor digitorum longus


Answer: A

What exercises would be MOST important to include for a client who has recovered from Achilles tendinitis and wants to prevent it from returning?

What exercises would be MOST important to include for a client who has recovered from Achilles tendinitis and wants to prevent it from returning?



A. Eccentric strengthening for the calf complex through controlled plantar flexion against gravity and stretching the calf muscles
B. High-intensity strength training for the calf complex and stretching of the flexor hallucis longus and tibialis posterior
C. Eccentric strengthening for the calf complex through controlled dorsiflexion against gravity and stretching the calf muscles
D. Comprehensive stretching and isometric strength-training program for the muscles of the lower limb


Answer: C

Stretching which muscles has been shown to help relieve symptoms associated with medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) and /or anterior shin splints?

Stretching which muscles has been shown to help relieve symptoms associated with medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) and /or anterior shin splints?



A. Gastrocnemius, soleus, and peroneal group
B. Soleus and anterior compartment of the lower leg
C. Tibialis anterior and plantar fascia
D. Tibialis posterior and lateral compartment


Answer: B

Where is the scapular plane?

Where is the scapular plane? 



A. In line with the frontal plane
B. 30 degrees lateral to the sagittal plane
C. In line with the sagittal plane
D. 30 degrees anterior to the frontal plane


Answer: D

Which of the following would be contraindicated for a client who has an acute hamstring strain?

Which of the following would be contraindicated for a client who has an acute hamstring strain? 




A. Educating the client about using P.R.I.C.E. as an early intervention strategy
B. Modifying the workout focusing on the non-injured points of the body
C. Stretching the hamstrings for up to 60 seconds per stretch
D. Recommending that the client see a physician if pain persists



Answer: C

Which of the following statements is CORRECT regarding exercise for people who have low-back pain?

Which of the following statements is CORRECT regarding exercise for people who have low-back pain?


A. Developing low-back strength is more important for long-term back health than developing low-back endurance
B. Low back exercises have the most beneficial effect when performed on a daily basis
C. Full-ROM spinal movements with an external load are best performed shortly after rising from bed
D. Supine double-leg raises should be avoided, but prone double-leg raises are beneficial for clients who have low-back pain



Answer: B

Which of the following progressions is LEAST recommended for clients who have osteoarthritis?

Which of the following progressions is LEAST recommended for clients who have osteoarthritis?


A. Emphasizing body alignment and exercise techniques at all times
B. Increasing the weight lifted instead of increasing the number of repetitions
C. Utilizing a variety of low-impact activities to avoid over-stressing the joints
D. Increasing exercise duration instead of increasing exercise intensity



Answer: B

Which of the following steps would be MOST appropriate for personal trainers to take to reduce the risk of exercise-induced asthma (EIA) episodes when working with clients who have asthma?

Which of the following steps would be MOST appropriate for personal trainers to take to reduce the risk of exercise-induced asthma (EIA) episodes when working with clients who have asthma?


A. Have clients with asthma use additional inhaler medication prior to all exercise sessions
B. Keep exercise intensities low-to-moderate for all clients with asthma
C. Include an extended warm-up and cool-down
D. Perform exercise sessions outside on hot, dry days


Answer: C

Which of the clients described below meets the criteria for the metabolic syndrome?

Which of the clients described below meets the criteria for the metabolic syndrome?


A. 33-year-old male
Waist circumference = 36 in (91.4 cm)
Triglycerides = 188 mg/dL
HDL cholesterol = 43mg/dL
Blood pressure = 130/82 mmHg
Fasting blood glucose = 112 mg/dL


B. 42-year-old female
Waist circumference = 36 in (91.4 cm)
Triglycerides = 133 mg/dL
HDL cholesterol = 47 mg/dL
Blood pressure = 128/87 mmHg
Fasting blood glucose = 107 mg/dL


C. 48-year-old male
Waist circumference = 43 in (109.2 cm)
Triglycerides = 125 mg/dL
HDL cholesterol = 44 mg/dL
Blood pressure = 137/88 mmHg
Fasting blood glucose = 91 mg/dL



D. 51-year-old female,
Waist circumference = 33 in (83.8 cm)
Triglycerides = 172 mg/dL
HDL cholesterol = 54 mg/dL
Blood pressure = 127/79 mmHg
Fasting blood glucose = 98 mg/dL



Answer: B

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