ACE Special Population Considerations 4

Question 1

Which type of exercise has been shown to be MOST effective at improving insulin sensitivity in clients with type 2 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Combined aerobic and resistance training

Answer

A combination of aerobic and resistance training produces greater improvements in glycemic control than either modality alone.

Question 2

A trainer notices a client with obesity has a waist circumference of 42 inches. This measurement places the client at:

Accepted Answer

Substantially increased risk for metabolic disease

Answer

A waist circumference >40 inches in men (>35 in women) is associated with substantially increased risk for metabolic syndrome and CVD.

Question 3

When training a client who is legally blind, what is the MOST important adaptation the trainer should make?

Accepted Answer

Use clear verbal cueing and physical guidance to communicate movement

Answer

Clients who are visually impaired rely on verbal and tactile cues rather than visual demonstrations to learn and correct movements.

Question 4

A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 3 wants to begin resistance training. What protein intake guidance should the trainer provide?

Accepted Answer

Advise the client to consult their nephrologist about protein intake

Answer

Excess protein can accelerate kidney function decline in CKD, so dietary recommendations must come from the client's medical team.

Question 5

Which of the following describes the Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale modification most appropriate for clients with cognitive impairments?

Accepted Answer

Use a simplified pictorial or FACES scale

Answer

Pictorial or simplified scales like the FACES scale are easier for clients with cognitive impairments to understand and use accurately.

ACE - Personal Trainer Exam Practice Test

ACE - Personal Trainer Exam Practice Test

ACE Special Population Considerations 4