the physiological assessment 2

Which of the following factors should be kept consistent between test and retest to ensure reliability?

• Time of day and equipment used

• Participant’s weight and age

• The number of warm-up repetitions performed

• Post-exercise nutrition intake

How can a technician’s experience affect the accuracy of fitness testing?

• Inexperienced technicians may provide more encouragement, improving test results.

• Inconsistent technique can lead to measurement errors.

• Experienced technicians are more likely to show tester bias.

• Technician experience has no impact if the equipment is properly calibrated.

What can a higher resting heart rate indicate about a person's fitness level?

• Improved cardiovascular endurance

• Poor physical fitness or stress

• Better resistance to fatigue

• Effective energy expenditure during rest

Which of the following resting heart rates (RHR) classifies as sinus tachycardia?

• RHR <60 bpm

• RHR = 60 to 100 bpm

• RHR >100 bpm

• RHR = 70 to 72 bpm

Which of the following is a common mistake in blood pressure measurement related to the administrator?

• Using the correct cuff size

• Inexperience or inability to read pressure correctly

• Proper cuff positioning

• Calibrating the sphygmomanometer