Term 1 of 125
Healthy, untrained individuals have an anaerobic threshold at approximately what percentage of
their maximal volume of oxygen consumed per unit of time (VO2max)?
25%
55%
75%
95%
Term 2 of 125
A 35-year-old female client asked the exercise physiologist to estimate her energy expenditure.
She weighs 110 LB and pedals a cycle ergometer at 50 RPM with the resistance of 2.5 kp for 60
min. The physiologist should report which of the following caloric values?
250 cal
510 cal
770 cal
1700 cal
Term 3 of 125
Long term conditioning results in adaptations of the cardiovascular system. When measured at the
same submaximal exercise intensity, these adaptations result in a decrease in ____.
Stroke volume
HR
Cardiac Output
Arteriovenous oxygen difference
,Term 4 of 125
During a medical emergency, which of the following medications is an endogenous
catecholamine that can be used to increase blood flow to the heart and brain?
Lidocaine
Oxygen
atropine
epinephrine
Term 5 of 125
Which of the following is the minimum that will improve muscular strength, particularly among
novice participants?
one set 8 - 12 reps of a resistance training exercise
two sets 8 - 12 reps of a resistance training exercise
three set 8 - 12 reps of a resistance training exercise
four set 8 - 12 reps of a resistance training exercise
Term 6 of 125
Patient enrolled in an outpatient cardiac rehab program can begin upper body resistance training
at ≥ 5-10 pounds (or <50% of maximal voluntary contraction [MVC]), approximately how soon
after their coronary artery bypass surgery?
4-6 wk
6-8 wk
10-12 wk
Only after they have been cleared by their surgeon
,Term 7 of 125
The exercise physiologist is orienting a 60-year old patient entering cardiac rehab after having a
CABG 3 wks ago. All of the following statements are correct except ____.
This patient should avoid upper body resistance training because of sternal and leg wounds
for 4-6 months
The clinician should observe for infection or discomfort along the incision.
The patient should be monitored for chest pain, dizziness, and dysrhythmias.
The patient should avoid high intensity exercise early in the rehab period.
Term 8 of 125
Which of the following is generally true of the hemodynamic exercise response in a patient who
has received a cardiac transplant when compared to age matched healthy individuals?
Exercise HR is usually elevated
BP is attenuated at rest and during exercise
HR returns to rest faster
HR returns to rest slower
Term 9 of 125
When implementing a physical activity program, it is important to focus on individuals' initial
feelings of self efficacy and to help to increase their outcome expectations through shaping early
success. Which of the following will not help with this?
providing regular feedback and support
teaching clients how to monitor their own physical activity levels
helping participants set realistic goals
having physical activity goals be the same for each participant
, Term 10 of 125
Which of the following is the proper emergency response for a patient who has experienced a
cardiac arrest, but now is breathing and has a palpable pulse?
continue the exercise test to determine why the patient had this response
placed a patient in the recovery position with the head to the side to prevent airway
obstruction
placed the patient in a comfortable seated position
start phase 1 cardiac rehabilitation
Term 11 of 125
Which method of determining exercise intensity is mostly recommended for individuals with
autonomic neuropathy?
A) HRR
B) BP
C) VO2R
D) RPE
D - RPE
(B/c individuals with autonomic neuropathy may show blunted HR and BP responses to
exercise)
C - loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities
(this is a symptom of depression, not anxiety)
B - place the patient in the recovery position with the head to the side to prevent airway
obstruction
C - Glycolated hemoglobin (HbA1c)
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