NASM Assessment & Client Intake 3

Question 1

Which skinfold measurement site is assessed by pinching a diagonal fold above the right iliac crest?

Accepted Answer

Suprailiac

Answer

Abdominal

Answer

Midaxillary

Answer

Subscapular

Question 2

During a pushing assessment, excessive forward head migration indicates overactivity in which muscle group?

Accepted Answer

Upper trapezius and sternocleidomastoid

Answer

Deep cervical flexors

Answer

Rhomboids and lower trapezius

Answer

Serratus anterior

Question 3

Which assessment tool is NASM's primary recommendation for measuring cardiorespiratory fitness in apparently healthy adults?

Accepted Answer

3-Minute Step Test

Answer

1-Mile Run Test

Answer

Astrand Bike Protocol

Answer

YMCA Submaximal Cycle Test

Question 4

A waist-to-hip ratio above 0.95 in men is considered:

Accepted Answer

High risk for cardiovascular disease

Answer

Optimal body composition

Answer

Within the healthy range

Answer

Moderate risk only

Question 5

Observing excessive forward lean during the OHSA lateral view indicates underactivity in which muscle group?

Accepted Answer

Tibialis anterior and soleus

Answer

Gastrocnemius and hip flexors

Answer

Hamstrings and gluteus medius

Answer

Erector spinae and quadratus lumborum

Question 6

Which of the following is a contraindication that requires a physician's medical clearance before starting an exercise program?

Accepted Answer

Recent myocardial infarction within the past 6 months

Answer

Mild seasonal allergies

Answer

Previous minor ankle sprain fully healed

Answer

Body fat percentage above 25%