Physical Indicators BTEC Tech L2 HSC

Sarah is a 25-year-old woman who weighs 70 kg and is 1.65 meters tall. What is her BMI?

• 24.4

• 28.1

• 22.6

• 30.2

A 50-year-old man has a BMI of 35. What could this indicate about his health?

• He is within a healthy weight range.

• He is overweight and may be at risk of developing health conditions such as diabetes.

• He is underweight and at risk of malnutrition.

• His BMI is irrelevant to his health.

After completing a 30-minute jog, Emily’s heart rate is 140 bpm. What does this indicate?

• Her heart rate is within the normal resting range.

• Her heart rate is elevated due to physical activity, which is expected.

• Her heart rate is too high and may indicate a health problem.

• Her heart rate is too low, indicating that she may need to see a doctor.

John has a high resting heart rate of 90 bpm. What should he do next to improve his cardiovascular health?

• Stop exercising completely.

• Incorporate regular aerobic exercise like walking or swimming to lower his resting heart rate.

• Drink more coffee to boost his energy.

• Start taking medication to reduce his heart rate immediately.

After a fitness session, Mark’s heart rate was 145 bpm, and 5 minutes later, it dropped to 125 bpm. How well is his heart recovering?

• His heart rate is recovering slowly, and he should rest more.

• His recovery is normal, showing that his heart rate is lowering at a healthy pace.

• His heart rate is recovering too quickly, which is concerning.

• His recovery is excellent and he doesn’t need to worry.

What is the ideal recovery heart rate after intense physical activity for an average adult?

• The heart rate should remain elevated for 15 minutes.

• The heart rate should decrease by at least 20-30 beats per minute within the first minute after exercise.

• The heart rate should drop to its resting rate immediately.

• The heart rate should increase as the body cools down.

A health professional is calculating BMI for a client. If the client’s height is 1.80 meters and weight is 100 kg, what is their BMI?

• 24.7

• 30.9

• 35.0

• 40.7

Mary’s BMI is calculated to be 18. What could this indicate about her health?

• She is at a healthy weight.

• She is underweight and may be at risk of malnutrition or other health issues.

• She is overweight and should focus on losing weight.

• Her BMI is not important for assessing her health.

A client has a BMI of 40 and a high heart rate during physical activity. What might be the best recommendation for them to improve their health?

• Continue with high-intensity exercise without concern.

• Focus on a balanced diet and gradually increase physical activity to help reduce weight and improve cardiovascular health.

• Ignore the heart rate issue, as BMI is the more important factor.

• Take medication to immediately lower the heart rate and BMI.

A 70-year-old woman has a resting heart rate of 65 bpm. How does this compare to the normal range for her age group?

• It is within the normal range.

• It is too high and may indicate a cardiovascular issue.

• It is too low and she should seek medical advice.

• It is irrelevant to her age and health.