ACE CH 13 FLASHCARD

Front

Who is MOST appropriate to provide approval before beginning an exercise program for a client with existing medical conditions?

Back

The Client's Healthcare Professional

Front

Which of the following is the underlying cause of cerebral and peripheral vascular diseases? Atherosclerosis, Angina, Claudication, Dislipedemia

Back

Atherosclerosis

Front

An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client with coronary artery disease who has been cleared for exercise, and who has not completed a submaximal exercise test. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate rating of perceived exertion (RPE) range (6–20 scale) to target when working with this client? 6-7, 8-10, 12-16, 16-20

Back

12-16

Front

When working with a client with coronary artery disease, when should an ACE Certified Personal Trainer delay or terminate the session? Options: If the client reports an RPE above 11, If the client shows any signs of lightheadedness, If the client starts sweating, None of these answers are correct

Back

If the client shows any signs of lightheadedness

Front

Which of the following blood pressure readings would be categorized as stage 2 hypertension? 140/82, 130/80, 128/81, 138/60

Back

140/82

Front

Which of the following is the MOST modifiable risk factor for stroke? Low Blood Pressure, High Blood Pressure, Type 2 Diabetes, Genetics

Back

High Blood Pressure

Front

During a treadmill workout, a client with peripheral arterial disease states that they are experiencing moderate pain. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action for the ACE Certified Personal Trainer to take?

Back

Have the client sit down to rest and resume exercise when pain dissipates

Front

LDL cholesterol is strongly associated with which of the following health conditions? Diabetes, Cancer, Coronary Artery Disease, Hypertension

Back

Coronary Artery Disease

Front

Which of the following would be a recommended muscular-training program for a client with osteoarthritis? Options: Frequency: 5–6 days/week Intensity: 50–80% of 1-RM Time: 2–4 sets of 8–12 exercises, Frequency: 2–3 days/week Intensity: 50–80% of 1-RM Time: 2–4 sets of 8–12 exercises, Frequency: 2–3 days/week Intensity: 30–40% of 1-RM Time: 2–4 sets of 6–7 exercises

Back

Frequency: 2–3 days/week Intensity: 50–80% of 1-RM Time: 2–4 sets of 8–12 exercises

Front

Which of the following is a PRIMARY goal of an exercise program for a client with rheumatoid arthritis?
Options:
Increase range of motion around the joints,
Strengthen the muscles around affected joints,
Increase cardiovascular capacity,
Maintain interest in exercising

Back

Strengthen the muscles around affected joints