Client Evaluation Flashcards
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Which of the following is the PRIMARY purpose of the ACE Integrated Fitness Training (ACE IFT) Model's initial client interview?
Answer: To establish rapport and identify the client's goals and readiness
The initial interview focuses on building rapport, identifying goals, and assessing the client's readiness to change before fitness testing begins.
A client scores in the 'needs improvement' category on the ACSM sit-and-reach test. This result best reflects a deficit in:
Answer: Hamstring and lower back flexibility
The sit-and-reach test primarily measures flexibility of the hamstrings and lower back.
Which condition listed on a health history questionnaire is a RELATIVE contraindication to exercise testing?
Answer: Controlled hypertension
Controlled hypertension is a relative contraindication — exercise may proceed with caution — whereas acute events are absolute contraindications.
A trainer uses the Rockport Walk Test with a 55-year-old male client. What data is collected at the END of the test?
Answer: Time to walk 1 mile and immediate post-exercise heart rate
The Rockport Walk Test records the time to complete 1 mile and heart rate immediately upon finishing to estimate VO2max.
When assessing body composition via bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), which condition would MOST likely cause an inaccurate reading?
Answer: Client has consumed alcohol within 24 hours
Alcohol causes dehydration, which artificially inflates body fat estimates because BIA relies on water conductivity in lean tissue.
Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of the Thomas Test during a client evaluation?
Answer: Identify hip flexor tightness
The Thomas Test identifies tightness or shortening in the hip flexors, particularly the iliopsoas and rectus femoris.
A client's PAR-Q response indicates 'yes' to chest pain during physical activity. The ACE-CPT's next step should be to:
Answer: Refer the client to a physician before exercise
A 'yes' answer on the PAR-Q to chest pain during activity requires physician clearance before the trainer can begin exercise testing or training.