ACSM Technical Skills & Application 2

Question 1

A client's resting ECG shows a PR interval of 0.24 seconds. Which condition does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

First-degree AV block

Answer

A PR interval greater than 0.20 seconds indicates first-degree AV block, which is a delayed but consistent conduction.

Question 2

When performing a 1-RM bench press assessment, which of the following best describes proper spotting technique?

Accepted Answer

Provide assistance only when the bar velocity slows significantly or stops

Answer

Proper spotting involves intervening only when the lift fails (bar stops or reverses), allowing the client to complete the lift independently.

Question 3

Which skinfold site is measured at the midaxillary line at the level of the xiphoid process?

Accepted Answer

Midaxillary

Answer

The midaxillary skinfold is taken horizontally at the midaxillary line level with the xiphoid process of the sternum.

Question 4

During a graded exercise test, a client's systolic BP drops 10 mmHg from peak value despite increasing workload. The MOST appropriate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Terminate the test immediately

Answer

Exertional hypotension (SBP drop ≥10 mmHg from peak with increasing workload) is an absolute indication to terminate the GXT.

Question 5

A personal trainer is conducting a push-up test. The client is a 35-year-old male who completes 28 push-ups. This performance is classified as:

Accepted Answer

Good

Answer

For males aged 35–39, 28 push-ups falls within the 'Good' category according to ACSM normative data.

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