ACSM 020-222 practice test

ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist Exam


Question 1

Exercise clothing

  • A. Creates an important fashion statement.
  • B. Should be bright so that you are easily seen in an aerobics class.
  • C. Has only one rule: be comfortable.
  • D. Must be safe and performs appropriately, like the exercise equipment.
Answer:

D

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Question 2

Chronic soreness and fatigue are symptoms of

  • A. Hyperglycemia.
  • B. Strain.
  • C. Overuse injury.
  • D. Hypoglyeemia.
Answer:

C

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Question 3

What are some of the risks for musculoskeletal injury?

  • A. Poor Signage in the facility.
  • B. Extrinsic factors – intensity, terrain, equipment.
  • C. Intrinsic factors-frequency, attitude, ender.
  • D. Membership type
Answer:

B

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Question 4

What is the fitness instructor's primary responsibility in conducting an exercise test?

  • A. Maintaining a safe environment by not putting the client in danger.
  • B. Making sure that the data collected are accurate.
  • C. Completing the test.
  • D. Encouragement and support.
Answer:

A

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Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a principle of low back care?

  • A. Abdominal curl-ups/
  • B. Unloaded flexion/extension of the spine.
  • C. Neutral spine during all exercises.
  • D. Controlled leg press or squat with light weights.
Answer:

D

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Question 6

Emergency procedures should be

  • A. Given to all clients when they join.
  • B. Put away in a safe place.
  • C. Posted under each phone.
  • D. Posted above each fire extinguisher.
Answer:

C

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Question 7

Documentation offers important

  • A. Liability and negligence protection.
  • B. Liability and risk protection.
  • C. Safety and communication programs.
  • D. Billing and classification tools.
Answer:

A

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Question 8

The potential benefits and risks of an exercise test should be written in what document?

  • A. Description of services.
  • B. Safety plan.
  • C. Informed consent.
  • D. Exercise waivers.
Answer:

C

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Question 9

Fire, bloodborne pathogens, and power outage should all be included in

  • A. Facility insurance.
  • B. Safety plans.
  • C. Maintenance plans.
  • D. Testing by the facility and staff.
Answer:

B

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Question 10

Weight room safety should include

  • A. A phone.
  • B. Lifting gloves and back belts.
  • C. Male trainers to help with spotting.
  • D. Safe passageways and use of the buddy system.
Answer:

D

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