CBC Exercise and Physical Activity Counseling 2

Question 1

In the FITT principle of exercise prescription, what does the 'T' for 'Type' specifically refer to?

Accepted Answer

The mode or modality of exercise chosen

Answer

The time of day exercise should occur

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The total calories burned per session

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The target heart rate zone

Question 2

For moderate-intensity aerobic exercise in bariatric patients, what percentage of maximum heart rate is typically targeted?

Accepted Answer

50-70% of maximum heart rate

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40-50% of maximum heart rate

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75-85% of maximum heart rate

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85-95% of maximum heart rate

Question 3

Which functional assessment is most commonly used to evaluate exercise capacity in bariatric patients prior to starting a structured program?

Accepted Answer

6-Minute Walk Test

Answer

DEXA scan for body composition

Answer

Resting metabolic rate measurement

Answer

Bioelectrical impedance analysis

Question 4

When progressively increasing exercise duration in a bariatric patient's program, what is the recommended maximum weekly progression rate?

Accepted Answer

10% increase per week

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25-30% increase per week

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50% increase per week

Answer

5% increase per week

Question 5

Which symptom during exercise in a bariatric patient warrants IMMEDIATE cessation of activity and medical evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Chest pain or pressure

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Mild perspiration and warmth

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Slightly elevated breathing rate

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Muscle fatigue in the lower extremities

Question 6

For a post-bariatric patient focused on long-term weight maintenance, what is the commonly recommended daily step goal?

Accepted Answer

10,000 steps per day

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3,000-4,000 steps per day

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15,000 steps per day

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5,000 steps per day

Question 7

Which metabolic change following bariatric surgery most directly informs the recommendation for resistance training?

Accepted Answer

Resting metabolic rate may decrease due to loss of lean muscle mass

Answer

Resting metabolic rate increases significantly after surgery

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Metabolic rate is entirely unaffected by bariatric surgery

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Metabolism permanently accelerates following surgery