ExRx Exam IV Questions With Correct
Answers
Dynamic flexibility is easier to measure and more commonly measured than static flexibility. -
answerFalse
Ankylosis is excessive flexibility in the lumbar spine. - answerFalse
Actual muscle length can be increased with active static stretching. - an...
Dynamic flexibility is easier to measure and more commonly measured than static flexibility. -
answer✔✔False
Ankylosis is excessive flexibility in the lumbar spine. - answer✔✔False
Actual muscle length can be increased with active static stretching. - answer✔✔True
Standing on a high-density foam pad with the eyes closed is more difficult than the standard
Romberg test. - answer✔✔true
Although they are popular gym activities that improve muscular endurance, Pilates, yoga and tai
chi are not likely to improve balance or reduce the risk of falling. - answer✔✔False
There is a great amount of evidence that increasing flexibility will substantially decrease the risk
of musculoskeletal injury. - answer✔✔false
Research suggests that total stretching time may be more important than the duration of each
stretch for increasing flexibility. - answer✔✔true
Which stretching technique often involves a partner and combines a muscle contraction followed
by passive stretching of the targeted muscle group? - answer✔✔proprioceptive neuromuscular
facilitation
Lumbar stability is assessed with - answer✔✔isometric endurance tests
A goniometer measurement is an example of what type of flexibility assessment? -
answer✔✔direct static flexibility assessment
The skin distraction test is a reliable measure of - answer✔✔spinal flexion and extension
The maximal test duration (maximal score) for the unipedal stance test is 60 seconds. -
answer✔✔False
The Romberg test measures - answer✔✔static balance while standing.
The relationship between sit-and-reach scores and low back flexibility is poor. - answer✔✔True
A measuring stick placed at the height of the client's acromion process is used for which test? -
answer✔✔functional reach test
Physical activity level is thought to be a more important determinant of flexibility thangender,
age, and body type. - answer✔✔true
Long-term PNF stretching enhances stretch tolerance, allowing more force to be applied to the
muscle before the individual feels pain. - answer✔✔true
Static stretching results in a relaxation of viscoelastic stress. - answer✔✔true
Which variation of the sit-and-reach test includes a yardstick taped on the floor? - answer✔✔v-
sit or YMCA
What is the difference between the standard sit-and-reach test and the back-saver sit-and-reach
test? - answer✔✔number of legs tested at one time
The postural stress test is - answer✔✔an example of a reactive balance test.
Unlike resistance training, the same muscle group can undergo flexibility exercises on a daily
basis. - answer✔✔true
Which of the following exercises is not recommended in an exercise program focusing on low
back care? - answer✔✔supine straight leg raise
Which of the following is an indirect (field) measure of static balance? - answer✔✔unipedal
stance test
To see further improvements in range of motion, the overload principle must be applied to
stretching programs by taking the stretch beyond the pain threshold. - answer✔✔false
Which test would be most appropriate for assessing the dynamic postural control of a collegiate
soccer player? - answer✔✔star excursion balance test
Slowly bending forward at the waist until you feel muscle tension in the hamstrings and then
holding that position for 30 seconds would be an example of what type of stretching? -
answer✔✔active static
Which of the following is not true regarding balance training programs? - answer✔✔The
majority of exercises require a partner.
Which of the following sit-and-reach tests were designed specifically for older adults (60-90 yr)?
- answer✔✔chair
Static stretching done on a vibration platform may increase range of motion beyond that
achieved with normal static stretching. - answer✔✔true
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