NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine Client Health and Fitness Assessments Questions and Answers

Question 1

During an Overhead Squat Assessment, a client demonstrates an excessive forward lean. Which of the following muscles is most likely overactive?

Accepted Answer

Hip flexor complex

Answer

Gluteus maximus

Answer

Anterior tibialis

Answer

Erector spinae

Question 2

A new client's health screening reveals a resting blood pressure of 134/82 mmHg. According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines, how would this be classified?

Accepted Answer

Hypertension - Stage 1

Answer

Normal

Answer

Elevated

Answer

Hypertension - Stage 2

Question 3

Which of the following is collected as subjective information during the initial client assessment process?

Accepted Answer

Occupation

Answer

Resting heart rate

Answer

Body composition

Answer

Static postural analysis

Question 4

A potential client completes a PAR-Q+ and answers 'Yes' to the question: "Do you feel pain in your chest at rest, during your daily activities of living, OR when you do physical activity?" What is the most appropriate next step for the personal trainer?

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to a qualified medical professional for clearance.

Answer

Begin the client with a very low-intensity cardiovascular program.

Answer

Proceed with the fitness assessment but avoid any strenuous tests.

Answer

Ask the client to sign an additional liability waiver before starting.

Question 5

When performing a body composition assessment using the Durnin-Womersley four-site skinfold formula, which of the following is NOT one of the required measurement sites?

Accepted Answer

Chest (Pectoral)

Answer

Triceps

Answer

Biceps

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Subscapular

Question 6

A trainer is working with a new, apparently healthy, deconditioned client who wants to improve their cardiovascular fitness. Which assessment would be most appropriate to establish a baseline for this client?

Accepted Answer

YMCA 3-Minute Step Test

Answer

Davies Test

Answer

Shark Skill Test

Answer

Overhead Squat Assessment