Client Interview and Screening Flashcards
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When measuring resting blood pressure, the trainer should position the client's arm so that the brachial artery is:
Answer: At the level of the heart
The brachial artery must be at heart level to obtain an accurate resting blood pressure reading.
Which of the following represents an absolute contraindication to maximal exercise testing?
Answer: Recent myocardial infarction within the past two days
An acute myocardial infarction within two days is an absolute contraindication because strenuous testing could cause life-threatening complications.
A client with type 1 diabetes reports a pre-exercise blood glucose of 80 mg/dL. The ACE-recommended action is to:
Answer: Have the client consume a carbohydrate snack before exercising
Blood glucose below 100 mg/dL in a type 1 diabetic client indicates a risk of hypoglycemia, so a carbohydrate snack should be consumed before exercise.
During the initial client interview, the SMART goal framework helps trainers ensure goals are:
Answer: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-bound
SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound—a framework for setting effective and achievable client goals.
Which behavioral stage of change describes a client who has been exercising regularly for more than six months?
Answer: Maintenance
The Maintenance stage is characterized by consistent exercise behavior sustained for longer than six months.
A trainer is reviewing a new client's medication list and notices the client takes a diuretic. The MOST important monitoring consideration during exercise is:
Answer: Increased risk of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance
Diuretics increase fluid and electrolyte excretion, raising the risk of dehydration and hyponatremia during exercise.
When a client discloses personal information during the intake process, the ACE Code of Ethics requires the trainer to:
Answer: Maintain strict confidentiality except when required by law
ACE professional standards require trainers to keep client information confidential, disclosing only when legally mandated.