Gym Trainer Safety, Injury Prevention & First Aid

Question 1

What is the RICE protocol used for in acute injury management?

Accepted Answer

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Answer

Resistance, Intensity, Cardio, Exercise

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Recovery, Icing, Circulation, Elevation

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Rest, Inflammation control, Cooling, Extension

Question 2

Which of the following is an absolute contraindication to aerobic exercise according to ACSM guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Unstable angina

Answer

Controlled type 2 diabetes

Answer

Mild hypertension

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Osteoporosis

Question 3

What is the correct hand position for adult CPR compressions?

Accepted Answer

Center of the chest on the lower half of the sternum

Answer

Upper sternum near the collarbone

Answer

Left side of the chest over the heart

Answer

Just below the xiphoid process

Question 4

Which condition is characterized by excessive heat, absence of sweating, and potential loss of consciousness?

Accepted Answer

Heat stroke

Answer

Heat cramps

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Heat exhaustion

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Hyponatremia

Question 5

A client performs a sudden movement and reports hearing a 'pop' in their knee with immediate swelling. The most likely injury is:

Accepted Answer

ACL tear

Answer

Muscle cramp

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Delayed onset muscle soreness

Answer

Shin splints

Question 6

What is the Valsalva maneuver and when is it used in weightlifting?

Accepted Answer

Breath-holding with glottis closed to stabilize the spine during maximal lifts

Answer

Rapid breathing to oxygenate muscles before a heavy set

Answer

A breathing pattern used during aerobic exercise

Answer

Exhaling forcefully to prevent blood pressure spikes