ACSM Client Assessment

Question 1

Which component is part of the ACSM preparticipation health screening process?

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular disease risk stratification

Answer

ACSM preparticipation screening includes CVD risk stratification to determine appropriate exercise testing and supervision needs.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a fitness assessment for a new client?

Accepted Answer

To establish a baseline and design an individualized program

Answer

Fitness assessments establish baseline data that guides individualized program design and tracks progress over time.

Question 3

The PAR-Q+ is used to:

Accepted Answer

Screen clients for exercise readiness and potential contraindications

Answer

The PAR-Q+ (Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone) screens for conditions that may require medical clearance before exercise.

Question 4

Which skinfold site is used in the three-site skinfold measurement for women according to ACSM?

Accepted Answer

Triceps, suprailiac, thigh

Answer

The three-site skinfold protocol for women uses the triceps, suprailiac, and thigh sites.

Question 5

A waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) above what value is considered high risk for women?

Accepted Answer

0.86

Answer

A WHR above 0.86 in women is classified as high risk for metabolic and cardiovascular disease.

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