Program Design & Implementation Flashcards

In the ACE IFT Model, a client in the Base Training phase of cardiorespiratory training should exercise at what intensity?

Answer: Below VT1, where talking is comfortable

Base Training builds an aerobic foundation at steady-state intensities below the first ventilatory threshold.

What is the primary focus of the Functional Training phase in the ACE IFT muscular training component?

Answer: Establishing postural stability and mobility

Functional Training improves joint stability, mobility, and posture before adding movement patterns and load.

Following CABG surgery with a median sternotomy, which restriction is typical during early sternal healing?

Answer: Avoid heavy upper-body lifting and pushing for several weeks

Heavy upper-body loading stresses the healing sternum, so it is restricted until cleared by the medical team.

What is the recommended walking protocol for a client with peripheral artery disease and intermittent claudication?

Answer: Walk until moderate claudication pain, rest until it subsides, then repeat

Intermittent walking to moderate claudication pain followed by rest improves walking tolerance in PAD.

Which strategy helps reduce exercise-induced bronchoconstriction in a client with asthma?

Answer: A prolonged, gradual warm-up

An extended warm-up can induce a refractory period that reduces bronchoconstriction during later exercise.

After the first trimester, which position should a pregnant client generally avoid for prolonged periods during exercise?

Answer: Supine lying

Prolonged supine positioning can compress the vena cava and reduce venous return.

During an acute flare of rheumatoid arthritis, what is the most appropriate exercise approach?

Answer: Gentle range-of-motion exercises and rest of inflamed joints

During flares, gentle ROM maintains mobility without aggravating inflamed joints.