Client Evaluation Flashcards

Which risk stratification category applies to an asymptomatic male client, age 48, with two cardiovascular disease risk factors?

Answer: Moderate risk

An asymptomatic male ≥ 45 with two or more CVD risk factors is classified as moderate risk per ACSM/ACE guidelines.

During a movement screen, the trainer observes that the client's knees cave inward (valgus collapse) during a single-leg squat. Which muscle is MOST likely underactive?

Answer: Gluteus medius

Gluteus medius weakness allows hip adduction and internal rotation, producing knee valgus during single-leg loading.

When recording informed consent, which element is MOST critical to document?

Answer: Client's acknowledgment of risks and voluntary participation

Informed consent must document that the client understands and accepts the inherent risks and is participating voluntarily.

A trainer calculates a male client's BMI as 27.5 kg/m². According to standard classifications, this places the client in which category?

Answer: Overweight

A BMI of 25.0–29.9 kg/m² is classified as overweight according to standard health guidelines.

The push-up test assesses which components of fitness?

Answer: Upper body muscular strength and endurance

The push-up test primarily measures upper body muscular strength and endurance of the chest, shoulders, and triceps.

Which of the following is an example of a SMART goal established during a client evaluation?

Answer: 'I will walk 30 minutes, 5 days per week for 8 weeks to lose 5 lbs'

A SMART goal is Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound; option C includes all five elements.

A client has a waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) of 0.92 and is female. According to ACE standards, this indicates:

Answer: High health risk

A WHR ≥ 0.86 in females indicates high health risk for metabolic and cardiovascular disease.