Client Interview and Screening Flashcards
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Which of the following statements BEST describes the difference between a sign and a symptom in health screening?
Answer: Signs are objective observations; symptoms are subjective experiences reported by the client
Signs are objective, measurable findings (e.g., elevated blood pressure), while symptoms are subjective experiences reported by the client (e.g., dizziness).
A client reports that his father had a heart attack at age 50. According to ACE CVD risk stratification, this counts as:
Answer: A positive risk factor
A first-degree male relative with heart disease before age 55 is a positive CVD risk factor in ACE/ACSM risk stratification.
Which skinfold site is located on the vertical fold at the midaxillary line at the level of the xiphoid process?
Answer: Midaxillary
The midaxillary skinfold is taken as a vertical fold along the midaxillary line at the level of the xiphoid process.
A client in the Contemplation stage of change is BEST supported by the trainer by:
Answer: Exploring ambivalence and providing information about the benefits of exercise
Contemplators are considering change but are not yet committed, so helping them weigh pros and cons and exploring ambivalence moves them toward action.
The principal reason trainers document SOAP notes after each session is to:
Answer: Track client progress and maintain professional records
SOAP notes (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan) create an ongoing professional record that tracks progress, guides programming, and supports continuity of care.
During a resting heart rate assessment, the trainer counts 14 beats in a 10-second interval. What is the client's resting heart rate in beats per minute?
Answer: 84 bpm
Multiplying 14 beats × 6 equals 84 beats per minute, the standard conversion from a 10-second count.
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate initial screening tool for a generally healthy adult who wants to start a moderate-intensity exercise program?
Answer: PAR-Q or PAR-Q+
The PAR-Q or PAR-Q+ is the recommended minimal pre-participation screening tool for apparently healthy adults beginning moderate-intensity exercise.