ACE Professional Responsibility 2

Question 1

A client discloses a history of disordered eating during an initial consultation. What is the ACE-certified personal trainer's most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to a licensed mental health professional or registered dietitian

Answer

Disordered eating is outside the scope of practice for personal trainers; referral to a qualified healthcare provider is required.

Question 2

Which document protects a personal trainer from liability by confirming the client understands the risks of exercise?

Accepted Answer

Informed consent

Answer

Informed consent documents that the client has been told about and understands the risks associated with exercise participation.

Question 3

An ACE-certified trainer witnesses a colleague giving a client specific dietary supplement recommendations. What should the trainer do?

Accepted Answer

Report it to the facility manager and suggest the colleague review scope of practice

Answer

Prescribing dietary supplements is outside scope of practice, and trainers have a professional obligation to uphold ethical standards.

Question 4

A personal trainer is asked by a client's physician to provide progress reports. What must the trainer obtain first?

Accepted Answer

Written informed consent from the client authorizing the release of information

Answer

Client health information is confidential and may only be shared with third parties, including physicians, with written client consent.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes dual relationships in personal training?

Accepted Answer

A situation where the trainer has both a professional and personal relationship with a client

Answer

Dual relationships occur when a trainer has both a professional role and a personal or social relationship with a client, creating potential ethical conflicts.

(ACE) American Council on Exercise Certified Practice Test

(ACE) American Council on Exercise Certified Practice Test

ACE Professional Responsibility 2