Question 1

Which of the following common upper-body exercises is considered contraindicated for any client?

Options :

A : Dumbbell chest press on a stability ball

B : Alternating dumbbell chest press

C : Seated lat pulldown with bar in front

D : Seated lat pulldown with bar behind

Answer: D

Question 2

Which of the following is an appropriate assessment for a senior client who has arthritis in her knees?

Options :

A : YMCA 3-minute step test

B : Davies test

C : Rockport walk test

D : Shark skill test

Answer: C

Question 3

If an active smoker is hesitant about beginning an exercise program, it would be appropriate to

Options :

A : Encourage them to quit and come back when they are down to less than half pack a day

B : Recommend healthier alternatives to smoking such as using a vape instead

C : Start their exercise program but only if they agree to get the flu shot beforehand

D : Explain that exercise can still improve their lung function

Answer: D

Question 4

A client's head protrudes forward during a pulling assessment. Which of the following muscles may be underactive?

Options :

A : Upper trapezius

B : Deep cervical flexors

C : Levator scapulae

D : Sternocleidomastoid

Answer: B

Question 5

Which of the following is the most appropriate training intensity for a client whose goal is to increase the cross-sectional area of individual muscle fibers?

Options :

A : 75% to 85% of 1RM

B : 50% to 70% of 1RM

C : 30% to 45% of 1RM

D : 90% to 100% of 1RM

Answer: A