CFP CFP Special Populations & Adaptations 1

Question 1

Before beginning an exercise program with a client over age 65, a CFP should MOST importantly obtain which clearance?

Accepted Answer

Physician medical clearance

Answer

Physician medical clearance identifies cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, or medication-related contraindications before exercise begins in older adults.

Question 2

Which exercise modification is MOST appropriate for a pregnant client in the second trimester?

Accepted Answer

Avoiding supine (lying on back) exercises

Answer

After the first trimester, supine exercises are contraindicated because the uterus can compress the vena cava, reducing cardiac output.

Question 3

A CFP is working with a client who has Type 2 diabetes. Which exercise precaution is MOST critical?

Accepted Answer

Monitoring blood glucose before, during, and after exercise

Answer

Blood glucose monitoring prevents hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia events during exercise, which can be dangerous for diabetic clients.

Question 4

When training a client with hypertension, which exercise type requires the MOST caution due to acute blood pressure spikes?

Accepted Answer

Heavy maximal-effort resistance exercises with breath-holding (Valsalva)

Answer

Heavy lifting combined with the Valsalva maneuver (breath-holding) causes dramatic transient increases in blood pressure, which is dangerous for hypertensive clients.

Question 5

A client with osteoporosis should AVOID which type of exercise due to fracture risk?

Accepted Answer

High-impact spinal flexion exercises (e.g., full sit-ups, toe touches)

Answer

Spinal flexion under load significantly increases vertebral fracture risk in clients with osteoporosis due to weakened bone density.

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CFP CFP Special Populations & Adaptations 1