WorksheetsPre-Exercise Questionnaire and Health Screening
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which statement best explains why starting exercise can be riskier than the workout itself?
Initial sessions lack proper warm-up routines
Early exertion may trigger undetected health issues
Beginners often use lighter, safer loads
Gyms enforce strict safety supervision
Select all outcomes that pre-exercise screening aims to prevent.
Musculoskeletal injuries from inappropriate intensity
Ineffective plans misaligned with capacity or goals
Adverse cardiovascular events such as heart attack
Improved adherence to training schedules
Which example reflects preventable harm from unscreened exercise?
Slight fatigue after a properly guided cool-down
Enhanced endurance after structured interval training
Strain injury from lifting loads beyond joint tolerance
Gradual progress from consistent low-intensity walks
How does screening improve training alignment for individuals?
By eliminating the need for progressive overload
By replacing coaching with generic online plans
By matching exercise type and intensity to capacity
By guaranteeing elite-level performance for all
Which statement best defines pre-exercise screening as used in health practice?
A fitness test to rank performance levels
A diagnostic test to confirm a specific disease
A treatment plan to rehabilitate after injury
A preventive review to assess readiness before activity
Professionalism in screening primarily involves which responsibilities? Tick all that apply
Fulfilling duty of care to each client
Prioritizing speed over accuracy in sessions
Ensuring informed consent processes
Building trust through transparent practice
When should screening occur in relation to an exercise program?
Before the program begins for safe participation
During the final week to check progress only
After completion to evaluate injury outcomes
Only if an injury has already occurred
Which scenario best illustrates a contraindication discovered during screening?
Temporary fatigue following a long school day
Uncontrolled chest pain requiring medical clearance
Mild muscle soreness after a tough workout
Preference to train in the late afternoon
Which statement best describes the purpose of a pre-exercise questionnaire such as APEST or PAR-Q+?
Collect basic contact details only
Provide a personalized workout program
Diagnose medical conditions definitively
Gather comprehensive health and lifestyle data
Which information should be included when completing a pre-exercise questionnaire? Tick all that apply.
Lifestyle habits and fitness goals
Current health status details
Exercise history and past injuries
Favorite sports teams
Which item below is NOT typically assessed in pre-exercise screening?
Symptoms like chest pain or dizziness
Physical activity levels
Preferred gym music playlist
Medication use and dosages
During screening, reports of chest pain or dizziness primarily help identify what?
Potential cardiovascular or systemic risk
Nutritional deficiencies only
Sleep schedule irregularities
Preference for low-intensity exercise
Which groups most critically require pre-exercise screening before starting a program? Tick alll that apply.
Smokers
Teenagers with no symptoms
People with high blood pressure
Previously inactive individuals
Which age-related statement identifies a higher-risk group for screening?
Males under 20 years
Children under 10 years
Females under 30 years
Males over 40 years
Which combination correctly lists at-risk categories highlighted in screening practice?
People with recent travel plans
Individuals with a family history of heart disease
People overweight or obese
Asthmatics and smokers
Why is prior inactivity considered a risk factor when beginning exercise?
It lowers baseline fitness and tolerance
It guarantees rapid strength gains
It eliminates need for medical clearance
It prevents any cardiovascular strain
Which example best fits musculoskeletal risks flagged during screening?
History of back or knee pain
Preference for outdoor workouts
Having flexible work hours
Owning supportive footwear
What should clients disclose about medications during screening?
Only vitamins and protein powders
Medications they plan to start next year
Medications taken by family members
All prescribed and over-the-counter drugs
Which statement best explains the primary decision point after a pre-exercise questionnaire is completed?
Immediately prescribe a vigorous exercise plan
Refer everyone to a physician regardless
Schedule a fitness test for all individuals
Identify key risk factors to guide next steps
Which situations generally require medical clearance before beginning an exercise program? Select all that apply.
Known heart condition or previous stroke present
Unexplained chest pain or faintness during exercise
Serious asthma attack occurred in the past year
No symptoms and no family history reported
Minor muscle soreness after one workout
