Clinical Procedures and Protocols Flashcards
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A kinesiologist performing a submaximal VO2 assessment notices the client's RPE reaches 17 at a low workload. What is the most appropriate response?
Answer: Reduce workload and reassess readiness to continue
An unexpectedly high RPE at low workload suggests the client may not be tolerating the test well, warranting workload reduction and reassessment before continuing.
During a functional movement screen, which finding most directly indicates the need for referral to a physician before exercise programming?
Answer: Pain during any movement pattern
Pain during any FMS movement pattern is an absolute indicator for medical referral, as it may signal underlying pathology requiring diagnosis.
When documenting a client's treatment session in a SOAP note, where should objective goniometry measurements be recorded?
Answer: Objective section
Goniometry measurements are observable, quantifiable data and belong in the Objective section of a SOAP note.
A kinesiologist is programming resistance training for a client post-ACL reconstruction at 16 weeks post-surgery. Which exercise is most appropriate?
Answer: Closed-chain leg press at low resistance
At 16 weeks post-ACL reconstruction, closed-chain exercises at low resistance support graft healing while minimizing tibial shear forces.
Which blood pressure response during graded exercise testing is considered an absolute contraindication to continuing the test?
Answer: Systolic BP drops 10 mmHg below resting with increasing workload
A systolic BP drop of ≥10 mmHg below resting despite increasing workload suggests cardiac insufficiency and is an absolute indication to stop the test.
Before applying therapeutic taping to a client, which of the following is the most critical pre-application check?
Answer: Assess skin integrity and check for allergies
Checking skin integrity and allergy history prevents adverse reactions such as contact dermatitis or skin breakdown under the tape.
A kinesiologist suspects a client has developed exercise-induced hypoglycemia. Which immediate action is most appropriate?
Answer: Stop exercise and provide 15–20 g of fast-acting carbohydrate
The standard treatment for hypoglycemia is immediate cessation of activity and consumption of 15–20 g of fast-acting carbohydrates to restore blood glucose.