Risk Assessment & Management Flashcards
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Which of the following is an ABSOLUTE contraindication to exercise testing according to ACE and ACSM guidelines?
Answer: Recent significant ECG change at rest suggesting ischemia
A recent significant resting ECG change suggesting ischemia is an absolute contraindication to exercise testing.
A personal trainer notices a client's lips turning bluish during exercise. This sign of cyanosis indicates the trainer should:
Answer: Stop exercise immediately and activate EMS
Cyanosis is a sign of inadequate oxygenation and is an emergency requiring immediate cessation of exercise and EMS activation.
In the context of informed consent, which statement BEST describes its purpose for personal training?
Answer: It ensures the client understands inherent risks and agrees to participate voluntarily
Informed consent educates clients about inherent exercise risks and confirms voluntary, knowledgeable participation — it does not eliminate all liability.
A client's resting blood pressure reading is 148/96 mmHg on two separate occasions. The ACE-recommended action is:
Answer: Refer to a physician before beginning or continuing vigorous exercise
Resting BP ≥ 140/90 mmHg (Stage 2) warrants physician referral before initiating or continuing vigorous exercise.
Which type of risk management document outlines emergency action procedures a facility must have in place?
Answer: Emergency action plan (EAP)
An Emergency Action Plan (EAP) details step-by-step procedures for responding to medical emergencies in a fitness facility.
A client reports chest pain that goes away at rest but occurs during moderate exercise. This symptom pattern is most consistent with:
Answer: Stable angina pectoris
Stable angina presents as chest pain or discomfort during exertion that resolves with rest, indicating myocardial ischemia.
When should an ACE personal trainer refer a client to a licensed healthcare professional?
Answer: When symptoms or conditions exceed the trainer's scope of practice
Trainers must refer clients to healthcare professionals whenever signs, symptoms, or conditions fall outside their defined scope of practice.