Safety, Risk Management, and Emergency Procedures Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of administering a PAR-Q before a client begins an exercise program?
Answer: To identify individuals who may need medical clearance before exercising
The PAR-Q screens for signs and symptoms of disease or health conditions that may require medical evaluation before exercise participation.
Which of the following signs during exercise should prompt a personal trainer to stop the session and initiate emergency procedures immediately?
Answer: Chest pain or pressure during exertion
Chest pain or pressure during exercise is a potential sign of a cardiac emergency and requires immediate cessation of activity and activation of EMS.
What does the abbreviation AED stand for in emergency response?
Answer: Automated External Defibrillator
An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is a portable device that analyzes heart rhythm and delivers an electric shock to restore normal function during cardiac arrest.
According to current AHA guidelines, what is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR?
Answer: 30:2
Current AHA guidelines recommend 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths to maintain adequate circulation and oxygenation during cardiac arrest.
According to ACSM risk stratification, a client with no known disease and fewer than 2 cardiovascular risk factors would be classified as:
Answer: Low risk
ACSM classifies individuals with no known cardiovascular, pulmonary, or metabolic disease and fewer than 2 risk factors as low risk, typically not requiring medical clearance before moderate exercise.
When responding to a client who has collapsed and is unresponsive and not breathing normally, what should the personal trainer do FIRST?
Answer: Call 911 or activate emergency medical services
Activating EMS (calling 911) is the first priority so professional responders are en route while the trainer begins CPR.
Which document must all new clients sign before beginning an exercise program that outlines potential risks and confirms voluntary participation?
Answer: Informed consent form
An informed consent form documents that the client understands the risks of exercise and voluntarily chooses to participate, providing important legal protection for the trainer.