CAT Aerobics Trainer Client Assessment & Motivation 3

Question 1

According to ACSM risk stratification, a 52-year-old sedentary male with hypertension and high LDL cholesterol falls into which risk category?

Accepted Answer

Moderate risk

Answer

Having two or more cardiovascular risk factors (age, hypertension, dyslipidemia, sedentary lifestyle) places this client in the moderate-risk category per ACSM guidelines.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of an OUTCOME goal rather than a PROCESS goal?

Accepted Answer

Lose 15 pounds in three months

Answer

Outcome goals focus on an end result (weight loss), while process goals focus on behaviors (frequency, tracking) that drive progress.

Question 3

A trainer notices a client's resting heart rate has increased by 10 bpm over several sessions and the client reports feeling fatigued. This MOST likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

Overtraining or inadequate recovery

Answer

Elevated resting heart rate combined with fatigue is a classic sign of overtraining syndrome, signaling a need to reduce training load.

Question 4

Which communication technique involves reflecting back what a client has said to confirm understanding and build rapport?

Accepted Answer

Active listening with reflective statements

Answer

Reflective listening demonstrates empathy and ensures accurate understanding, strengthening the trainer-client relationship.

Question 5

A client's body composition assessment shows 32% body fat. According to ACSM classification for adult women, this falls in which category?

Accepted Answer

Obese

Answer

For adult women, ACSM classifies body fat above approximately 32% as obese, indicating elevated health risk.

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CAT Aerobics Trainer Client Assessment & Motivation 3