Assessment & Client Intake Flashcards
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Which assessment is used by NASM to identify postural deviations and movement compensations?
Answer: Overhead Squat Assessment (OHSA)
The Overhead Squat Assessment is NASM's primary movement assessment tool for identifying postural and kinetic chain compensations.
During the PAR-Q (Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire), a 'yes' answer to any question indicates the client should:
Answer: Consult a physician before beginning exercise
A 'yes' on any PAR-Q item signals potential cardiovascular or musculoskeletal risk, requiring physician clearance before exercise participation.
What does NASM's resting heart rate classification consider 'excellent' for an adult male aged 18–25?
Answer: Below 56 bpm
A resting heart rate below 56 bpm is classified as 'excellent' for adult males 18–25, reflecting high cardiovascular efficiency.
Which of the following is a pushing assessment used to identify upper-extremity movement compensations?
Answer: Pushing Assessment
NASM's Pushing Assessment evaluates upper-body movement patterns and reveals compensations like shoulder elevation or head protrusion.
Body mass index (BMI) is calculated using which two measurements?
Answer: Weight and height
BMI is calculated as weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared, providing a general indicator of body weight status.
Which girth measurement site is considered a primary indicator of cardiovascular disease risk?
Answer: Waist circumference
Excess waist circumference (>40 in men, >35 in women) is strongly associated with increased cardiovascular and metabolic disease risk.