Professional Standards & Ethics Flashcards
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A client asks a personal trainer to design a meal plan to manage their type 2 diabetes. What is the most appropriate response?
Answer: Provide general healthy-eating guidance and refer to a registered dietitian
Prescribing medical nutrition therapy for a disease is outside a trainer's scope and belongs to registered dietitians.
Which element must be present for a negligence claim against a fitness professional to succeed?
Answer: A duty of care was breached and caused actual harm
Negligence requires duty, breach, causation, and damages.
A trainer notices a client's resting blood pressure reads 165/102 mmHg before a session. What should the trainer do?
Answer: Postpone vigorous exercise and refer the client to a physician
Elevated readings warrant medical clearance before vigorous training, and trainers cannot diagnose.
Which practice best protects client confidentiality in a fitness facility?
Answer: Storing health forms securely and sharing only with written consent
Secure storage and consent-based disclosure are core confidentiality standards.
A trainer is offered a commission to recommend a specific supplement brand to clients. What is the primary ethical concern?
Answer: Conflict of interest that may compromise objective advice
Financial incentives can bias recommendations, so they must be disclosed or avoided.
How often do most nationally accredited fitness certifications require renewal through continuing education?
Answer: Every 2 to 3 years
NCCA-accredited certifications such as ACE, NASM, and ACSM typically require CEUs every 2 to 3 years.
What is the main purpose of an informed consent document in personal training?
Answer: To explain the risks and benefits of the program so the client can voluntarily agree
Informed consent ensures clients understand program risks and benefits before participating.
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