ACSM CPT 3

Question 1

A client reports sharp knee pain that worsens going downstairs. Which modification is most appropriate initially?

Accepted Answer

Avoid deep knee flexion and impact activities until cleared by a physician

Answer

Sharp joint pain during functional movement is a red flag; the CPT should modify activity and refer to a physician before progressing.

Question 2

Which nutrient provides 9 kcal per gram?

Accepted Answer

Fat

Answer

Dietary fat provides 9 kcal/g, more than twice the caloric density of carbohydrate or protein (4 kcal/g each).

Question 3

During the preparticipation health screening, which condition automatically classifies a client as HIGH risk per ACSM 2015 guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Presence of known cardiovascular, metabolic, or renal disease

Answer

Known cardiovascular, metabolic (e.g., diabetes), or renal disease places a client in the HIGH-risk category regardless of symptoms.

Question 4

Which training variable refers to the total amount of work performed in a session, often calculated as sets × reps × load?

Accepted Answer

Volume

Answer

Training volume quantifies the overall workload and is commonly expressed as sets × repetitions × resistance.

Question 5

What does RICE stand for in acute injury first aid?

Accepted Answer

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Answer

RICE—Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation—is the standard first-aid protocol for acute musculoskeletal injuries.

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