Business, Ethics, and Professional Development Flashcards
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What does 'dual relationship' mean in personal training ethics?
Answer: When a trainer takes on multiple roles with a client beyond the professional relationship (e.g., romantic partner)
A dual relationship occurs when a trainer maintains a personal relationship (friendship, romantic, financial) with a client alongside the professional role, creating potential conflicts of interest and ethical complications.
A client shares personal health information during a session. A trainer's ethical obligation is to:
Answer: Keep it strictly confidential and not disclose it without consent
Client health information is private and confidential; trainers must not disclose personal health data without explicit client consent, consistent with professional ethics and privacy principles.
In the US, which act governs health information privacy and may apply in healthcare-adjacent fitness settings?
Answer: HIPAA
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) governs health information privacy; while it directly applies to healthcare providers, personal trainers working within medical fitness settings should be familiar with its standards.
Which of the following is the best example of evidence-based practice in personal training?
Answer: Applying training methods supported by current peer-reviewed research and clinical guidelines
Evidence-based practice involves integrating the best available scientific research with clinical expertise and client values to make informed decisions about exercise programming.
A trainer who claims they can cure a client's chronic disease through exercise is:
Answer: Practicing outside their scope and making unsubstantiated medical claims
Personal trainers are not licensed medical professionals and cannot diagnose or claim to cure diseases; making such claims is a scope of practice violation and may constitute fraud.
What is the value of conducting periodic fitness reassessments with clients?
Answer: They objectively track progress, validate program effectiveness, and guide future program modifications
Regular reassessments provide objective data on client progress, allow the trainer to celebrate achievements, identify plateaus, and make evidence-based adjustments to keep the program effective and motivating.