ACE Client Evaluation 4

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Moderate risk

Answer

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

Question 2

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?

Accepted Answer

Gluteus medius

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Client's acknowledgment of risks and voluntary participation

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Overweight

Answer

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

Question 5

The push-up test assesses which components of fitness?

Accepted Answer

Upper body muscular strength and endurance

Answer

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

(ACE) American Council on Exercise Certified Practice Test

(ACE) American Council on Exercise Certified Practice Test

ACE Client Evaluation 4