ACSM Health/Fitness Instructor Exam (020-222) Free Practice Test

Question 1

A male client is 42 years old. His father died of a heart attack at age 62. He has a consistent resting blood pressure (measured over 6 weeks) of 132/86 mm Hg and a total serum cholesterol of 5.4 mmol/L. Based on his CAD risk stratification, which of the following activities is appropriate?

A. Sub maximal assessment of cardiorespiratory fitness without a physician supervising.

B. Maximal assessment of cardiorespiratory fitness without a physician supervising.

C. Vigorous exercise without a previous physician-supervised exercise test.

D. Vigorous exercise without a previous medical assessment.

Correct Answer: D

Question 2

Documentation offers important

A. Safety and communication programs.

B. Liability and risk protection.

C. Liability and negligence protection.

D. Billing and classification tools.

Correct Answer: C

Question 3

Although 12-lead testing is the optimal ECG configuration, if only one lead can be used, which one should it be?

A. Lead AVL.

B. Lead II.

C. Lead V1

D. Lead V5

Correct Answer: D

Question 4

Which of the following manifestations would be an indication for stopping an exercise test?

A. Diastolic BP greater than 105 mm Hg.

B. Low blood sugar (100 mg/dL).

C. Intermittent premature ventricular contractions.

D. Low cholesterol (125 mol).

Correct Answer: B

Question 5

Which of the following is an indication for terminating an exercise test?

A. The client requests test termination.

B. The RPE exceeds 17 on the standard scale.

C. The respiratory exchange rate exceeds 0.95.

D. The maximal heart rate exceeds 200 bpm.

Correct Answer: A

Question 6

The most accurate screening method for signs and symptoms of CAD is a

A. Maximal exercise test with a 12-lead ECG.

B. Continuous protocol, stopping at 85% of maximal heart rate.

C. Submaximal exercise test with a 12-lead ECG.

D. Discontinuous protocol, stopping at 85% of maximal heart rate.

Correct Answer: A

Question 7

Lead V is located at the

A. Midclavicular line, lateral to the xiphoid process.

B. Fifth intercostal space, left sternal border.

C. Midclavicular line, fourth intercostal space.

D. Fourth intercostal space, right sternal border.

Correct Answer: D

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT part of an emergency plan?

A. The staff should be prepared and trained in the plan.

B. The plan must be written.

C. The plan should outline each specific action.

D. The plan should list the schedule of each staff member so that they can all be accounted for during an emergency.

Correct Answer: D

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