COKO COKO Exercise Prescription and Rehabilitation

Question 1

Which principle states that training adaptations are specific to the type of exercise performed?

Accepted Answer

SAID principle

Answer

The SAID (Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demands) principle states that the body adapts specifically to the type of stress placed upon it.

Question 2

According to COKO standards, which assessment should a kinesiologist complete before prescribing a vigorous exercise program to a new client?

Accepted Answer

Pre-participation health screening

Answer

A pre-participation health screening is mandatory before prescribing vigorous exercise to identify contraindications and cardiovascular risk factors.

Question 3

What does the FITT principle stand for in exercise prescription?

Accepted Answer

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type

Answer

FITT stands for Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type — the four key variables manipulated when designing an exercise program.

Question 4

A client with chronic low back pain is referred to a kinesiologist. Which approach is most consistent with COKO scope of practice?

Accepted Answer

Design a therapeutic exercise program within the kinesiologist's scope after reviewing physician referral

Answer

Kinesiologists design evidence-based therapeutic exercise programs within their scope, working collaboratively with referring healthcare providers.

Question 5

Which rating scale is commonly used by kinesiologists to monitor exercise intensity during a session?

Accepted Answer

Borg Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale

Answer

The Borg RPE scale (6–20) is a validated tool kinesiologists use to gauge a client's subjective effort during exercise.

(COKO) College of Kinesiologists of Ontario Practice Test