NASM Chapter 1: The Modern State of Health and Fitness

Multiple Choice

What is the definition of evidence-based practice?

• The conscientious use of current best evidence in making decisions about client care

• The conscientious use of empirical work experience in making decisions about client care

• The conscientious use of the client’s opinions in making decisions about their care

• None of the above

Open Ended

Briefly discuss the three fundamental components of evidence-based practice.

Open Ended

Jane has a broken leg and Joe has osteoarthritis in his knee joint. Which of these conditions is considered chronic and which is considered acute? What is the difference between the two conditions?

Multiple Choice

What BMI score range is considered obese?

• 18.5 to 24.9

• 30.0 to 34.9

• 35.0 to 39.9

• 25.0 to 25.9

Multiple Choice

What blood pressure values are considered Stage 1 hypertension?

• 120 to 129/80

• 130 to 139/80-89

• 140/90 or higher

• Higher than 180/120

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is considered “bad” cholesterol and the value should be less than ​

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mg/dl.

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LDL

100

HDL

60

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Type ​

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diabetes is considered insulin resistant.

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II

I

III

LDL

100

Open Ended

Discuss the scope of practice of a fitness professional in The United States.

Open Ended

Discuss the four domains of the NASM Code of Professional Conduct: Professionalism, Confidentiality, Legal and Ethical, and Business Practice. Provide short answers for each.

Open Ended

Discuss the healthcare continuum in The United States and the role of the fitness professional.