Question 1

What step should an ACE certified Personal Trainer take FIRST if they encounter an individual apparently unconscious on the locker room floor?

Options :

A : Give two slow breaths followed by five chest compressions to establish breathing.

B : Immediately activate EMS and assess the entire body for any broken bones or skin lacerations.

C : Ask staff and members if anyone knows the identity of the person.

D :

Determine whether or not the person is responsive by gently tapping or shaking the shoulder and asking "Are you okay?"

Answer: A

Question 2

Which safety concern should be addressed with this client?

Options :

A : Increased shear at the hip and undue stress on the gastrocnemius

B : Increased strain forces at the knee and undue stress on the anterior cruciate ligament

C : Increased strain on the cervical spine and undue stress on the taccrural joint

D : Increased strain on the lumbar spine and increased eccentric load on the gluteus maximus

Answer: A

Question 3

A blood pressure cuff that is too large will_______ blood pressure, and one that is too small will ______ blood pressure.

Options :

A : Overestimate/overestimate

B : Overestimate/underestimate

C : Underestimate/underestimate

D : Underestimate/overestimate

Answer: B

Question 4

After completing a fitness evaluation for one of your clients, you leave it In an office tray for the head trainer to review. This is inappropriate because:

Options :

A : Someone could access and alter the data.

B : The fitness evaluation is not in a secure location.

C : Fitness evaluations should not be reviewed by the head trainer

D : Clients may not have access to their training records.

Answer: C

Question 5

Before organizing an outdoor conditioning class in a local park, wtiat is one of the FIRST steps that ACE certified Personal Trainers should take in order to protect themselves and their clients?

Options :

A : Check the local laws regarding use of the public space.

B : Prepare by inspecting the area for potential dangers.

C : Have clients sign a participation waiver.

D : Create an action plan for unexpected situations.

Answer: C