Safety and Injury Prevention Flashcards
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Which of the following is an example of an ABSOLUTE contraindication to exercise testing?
Answer: Recent myocardial infarction within 2 days
A recent myocardial infarction within 2 days is an absolute contraindication because exercise could extend myocardial damage.
During aerobic exercise, a client's blood pressure rises to 250/115 mmHg. The APPROPRIATE response is to:
Answer: Stop the exercise and refer the client to a physician
A systolic BP above 250 mmHg or diastolic above 115 mmHg during exercise requires immediate cessation and medical referral.
The primary goal of periodization in a training program with respect to injury prevention is to:
Answer: Systematically vary training load to allow for recovery and adaptation
Periodization varies training stress and recovery phases, reducing overuse injury risk while promoting progressive adaptation.
Which of the following best describes exertional rhabdomyolysis?
Answer: Breakdown of muscle tissue releasing myoglobin into the bloodstream
Rhabdomyolysis involves muscle fiber breakdown that releases myoglobin, which can damage the kidneys if severe.
A participant complains of pain in the anterior shin that worsens with exercise and improves with rest. This pattern is MOST consistent with:
Answer: Medial tibial stress syndrome (shin splints)
Medial tibial stress syndrome (shin splints) classically presents as anterior shin pain that increases during exercise and resolves with rest.
Which stretching type is MOST recommended for the cool-down phase after exercise to reduce injury risk?
Answer: Static stretching
Static stretching during cool-down helps lengthen muscles while they are warm, reducing post-exercise tightness and injury risk.
When working with older adults, which modification is MOST important for preventing fall-related injuries during exercise?
Answer: Incorporating balance and stability training into the program
Balance and stability training directly addresses fall risk, which is the primary injury concern in older adult populations.