ACSM-CPT Special Populations

Question 1

What exercise modifications should a CPT implement for a client with controlled hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Avoid heavy isometric exercises and Valsalva maneuver; focus on moderate aerobic exercise

Answer

For clients with controlled hypertension, CPTs should emphasize moderate aerobic exercise, use lighter loads with higher repetitions for resistance training, avoid sustained isometric exercises and the Valsalva maneuver, and ensure proper breathing.

Question 2

What are the ACSM exercise guidelines for older adults (65+)?

Accepted Answer

150-300 min/week moderate aerobic activity, plus balance and resistance training 2-3 days/week

Answer

ACSM recommends older adults perform 150-300 minutes per week of moderate aerobic activity, muscle-strengthening activities on 2 or more days per week, and balance training to reduce fall risk.

Question 3

What precautions should be taken when training a client with type 2 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Monitor blood glucose before, during, and after exercise; have fast-acting carbohydrates available

Answer

For type 2 diabetic clients, blood glucose should be monitored to prevent hypoglycemia, exercise should be avoided if glucose is above 300 mg/dL or below 100 mg/dL without a snack, and fast-acting carbohydrates should be readily available.

Question 4

What is the recommended approach for prenatal exercise for healthy pregnant women?

Accepted Answer

150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week, avoiding supine positions after first trimester

Answer

ACOG and ACSM recommend healthy pregnant women perform at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week, avoiding supine positions after the first trimester, contact sports, and activities with fall risk.

Question 5

What special considerations apply when training a client with osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

Include weight-bearing and resistance exercises while avoiding excessive spinal flexion and high-impact activities

Answer

Clients with osteoporosis benefit from weight-bearing exercises and resistance training to stimulate bone formation, but should avoid excessive spinal flexion, twisting under load, and high-impact activities that increase fracture risk.

(ACSM-CPT) American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer Practice Test

(ACSM-CPT) American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer Practice Test

ACSM-CPT Special Populations