020-222 Online Practice Questions and Answers

A patient who exhibits tachycardia, diaphoresis, light-headedness, and visual disturbances may be experiencing

A. Hypoglycemia.

B. Congestive heart failure.

C. Hyperglycemia.

D. Hypotension.

The physician's role in an emergency plan is

A. Not important, because most facilities are hospital-based and the emergency room is nearby.

B. Not significant, because a physician is not necessary when testing is conducted.

C. An agency that certifies a managed care organization.

D. Critical, because the physician must be present and can handle any emergency situation.

What is OSHA?

A. A state agency that licenses medical facilities.

B. A federal agency that sets standards for staff and patient safety.

C. An agency that certifies a managed care organization.

D. A state agency that inspects emergency protocols within medical facilities.

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

A. Low cholesterol ?25 mol).

B. Diastolic BP greater than 105 mm Hg.

C. Intermittent premature ventricular contractions.

D. Low blood sugar ?00 mg/dL).

The exercise staffs role when an injury or emergency occurs should be to:

A. Control the situation by implementing the emergency plan and taking charge.

B. Find someone to implement the emergency plan.

C. Get everyone out of the facility to avoid chaos.

D. Hope that an emergency contact is available to help with the situation.

In preventing injuries, hydration is very important, because

A. It controls breathing and the Valsalva maneuver.

B. It helps to regulate carbohydrate utilization during cardiovascular exercise.

C. It helps to regulate body temperature and electrolyte balance. s

D. It helps to prevent blood pooling during the cool-down.

Weight room safety should include

A. A phone.

B. Lifting gloves and back belts.

C. Male trainers to help with spotting.

D. Safe passageways and use of the buddy system.

Fire, bloodborne pathogens, and power outage should all be included in

A. Facility insurance.

B. Safety plans.

C. Maintenance plans.

D. Testing by the facility and staff.

The potential benefits and risks of an exercise test should be written in what document?

A. Description of services.

B. Safety plan.

C. Informed consent.

D. Exercise waivers.

What is the fitness instructor's primary responsibility in conducting an exercise test?

A. Maintaining a safe environment by not putting the client in danger.

B. Making sure that the data collected are accurate.

C. Completing the test.

D. Encouragement and support.

Exercise clothing

A. Creates an important fashion statement.

B. Should be bright so that you are easily seen in an aerobics class.

C. Has only one rule: be comfortable.

D. Must be safe and performs appropriately, like the exercise equipment.

Relative contraindications for exercise testing are conditions for which

A. A physician should be present during the testing procedures.

B. Exercise testing should not be performed until the condition improves.

C. Exercise testing will not provide accurate assessment of health-related fitness.

D. Professional judgment about the risks and benefits of testing should determine whether to conduct an assessment.

Which of the following is a FALSE statement regarding informed consent?

A. Informed consent is not a legal document.

B. Informed consent does not provide legal immunity to a facility or individual in the event of injury to a client.

C. Negligence, improper test administration, inadequate personnel qualifications, and insufficient safety procedures are all items expressly covered by the informed consent.

D. Informed consent does not relieve the facility or individual of the responsibility to do everything possible to ensure the safety of the client.

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

A. Lead II.

B. Lead AVL.

C. Lead V5

D. Lead V1

For a client who has a contraindication to exercise testing but could benefit greatly from the information gained through testing, which of the following statements is TRUE?

A. The contraindication is considered to be a relative contraindication.

B. The contraindication is considered to be an absolute contraindication.

C. The client should not be tested until the contraindication is resolved.

D. A submaximal test is the only test that the client should complete.