NSCA CSCS Health & Safety 5

Question 1

Which of the following is the MOST effective strategy for preventing exertional sickling collapse in athletes with sickle cell trait during intense conditioning?

Accepted Answer

Universal screening, education, and modified intensity progression with rest/hydration protocols

Answer

The NCAA and NSCA recommend universal screening, educating coaches and athletes, and implementing individualized work-to-rest protocols with hydration to prevent exertional sickling without excluding athletes from sport.

Question 2

A 16-year-old high school soccer player is new to resistance training. According to NSCA youth resistance training guidelines, which loading approach is MOST appropriate for initial sessions?

Accepted Answer

Use bodyweight and light loads focusing on proper technique before adding resistance

Answer

NSCA youth guidelines prioritize mastering movement mechanics with bodyweight or minimal resistance before progressive load increases, since technique errors under load increase injury risk.

Question 3

When spotting a lifter performing a barbell back squat, which body position is MOST appropriate for the spotter?

Accepted Answer

Stand directly behind the lifter with arms under the lifter's arms around the chest/torso

Answer

For barbell back squat spotting, the spotter stands directly behind the lifter and wraps arms under the lifter's armpits around the torso to assist a failed lift without grabbing the barbell.

Question 4

Which of the following BEST describes the difference between a strength coach's scope of practice versus that of a licensed athletic trainer regarding athlete injury?

Accepted Answer

Strength coaches design training to reduce injury risk but cannot diagnose, treat, or rehabilitate injuries

Answer

CSCS-certified coaches work within the scope of performance enhancement and injury prevention; diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries fall within the scope of licensed healthcare professionals.

Question 5

A strength coach is considering implementing blood flow restriction (BFR) training with collegiate athletes. Which safety precaution is MOST important before applying BFR cuffs?

Accepted Answer

Screen athletes for contraindications including cardiovascular disease, DVT history, and peripheral vascular disease

Answer

Pre-BFR screening for cardiovascular disease, history of deep vein thrombosis, peripheral vascular disease, and other contraindications is the critical safety step before applying occlusion pressure.

NSCA CSCS - NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Practice Test

NSCA CSCS - NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Practice Test

NSCA CSCS Health & Safety 5