NASM CES Test Bank / NASM CES Practice Questions with
Correct Verified Answers/ Latest Update 2024.
which of the following bones comprise the subtalar joint? - ANS - talus-calcaneus
working with arms overhead for long periods of time (such as painting) may lead to shoulder soreness
that could be the result of tightness in the latissimus dorsi and pectoralis and weakness in the? - ANS -
rotator cuff
Neuromuscular efficiency - ANS - The ability of the neuromuscular system to allow agonists, antagonists,
synergists, and stabilizers to work synergistically to produce, reduce, and dynamically stabilize the kinetic
chain in all three planes of motion.
Posture - ANS - The independent and interdependent alignment (static posture) and function
(transitional and dynamic posture) of all components of the human movement system at any given
moment; controlled by the central nervous system.
During an overhead squat you notice an asymmetrical weight shift, which muscles could be underactive?
- ANS - gluteus Medius on the side of the shift
During an overhead squat you have low back rounds compensation, which muscles could be
underactive? - ANS - erector spinae
During the overhead squat assessment, the compensation of knees move inward can be attributed by
overactivity of which muscles? - ANS - vastus lateralis
Florence and Henry Kendall addressed postural deviations through the relationship of? - ANS - agonist-
antagonist muscle groups
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If a client sits all day this in turn can lead to tight______ that can cause postural imbalances? - ANS - hip
flexors
If the client has a hip hike during the single leg squat which muscle is underactive? - ANS - adductor
complex
A runner who experiences reoccurring episodes of plantar fasciitis, shin splints and patellar tendonitis is
most likely affected by which of the following postural distortion syndromes? - ANS - pronation distortion
syndrome
An estimated ACL injuries occur annually in the general U.S. population. - ANS - 80,000 to 100,000
If the hip drops during a single leg squat which muscle is underactive? - ANS - quadratus lumborum
In the asymmetrical shift which muscles are most likely underactive? - ANS - opposite side anterior
tibialis
In the inhibit phase for knee impairments which muscles should be SMR? - ANS - Gastrocnemius/Soleus
IT-Band tendonitis is often referred to as? - ANS - runners knee
Knee injuries can cause decrease in neural control to muscles that stabilize the? - ANS - patellofemoral
and tibiofemoral joints
Low back pain is a major form of degeneration affecting nearly - ANS - 80% of all adults
Muscles that assist prime movers during functional movement patters are known as? - ANS - synergists
what is the most prevalent shoulder injury? - ANS - shoulder impingement
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when shoulder pain is reported which is the most prevalent diagnosis - ANS - shoulder impingement
What is the origin of Sartorius? - ANS - Anterior-superior iliac spine of the pelvis
which of the following best describes how plantar fasciitis has affected the population? - ANS - more
than one million ambulatory care visits per year are attributed to plantar fasciitis
which of the following is the correct sequence for NASM corrective exercise continuum? - ANS - inhibit,
lengthen, activate, integrate
which of the following best describes a muscle imbalance? - ANS - when a muscle on both sides of the
joint is too strong
which of the following best describes a postural distortion syndrome characterized by foot pronation and
lower extremity muscle imbalances? - ANS - pronation distortion syndrome
which of the following best describes proper alignment of the kinetic chain checkpoints? - ANS -
feet/ankles: straight, knees: in line with toes, LPHC: pelvis level, Shoulders: level and head: neutral
which of the following terms best describes an assessment in which movement is occurring without a
change is one's base of support? - ANS - transitional assessment
which of the following compensations are viewed from the posterior view during the overhead squat
assessment? - ANS - heel of foot rises
which of the following muscles are overactive if the client demonstrates their feet turning out during the
overhead squat assessment? - ANS - soleus, Lateral gastrocnemius, Bicep Femoris Short Head,
which of the following best describes the purpose of the standing row assessment? - ANS - evaluates the
function of the LPHC and the scapular and cervical stabilizers
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which of the following is the most appropriate when considering the LESS and tuck jump tests with a
client? - ANS - if a client has difficulty performing a single leg squat, then these tests are not appropriate
which of the following bones make up the medial longitudinal arch? - ANS - calcaneus, talus, navicular,
medial cuneiform, and first metatarsal
which bones make up the ankle joint? - ANS - The "ankle joint" is a synovial hinge composed of the talus,
fibula, and tibia, the last of which bears 85% of the weight pressing down on the foot during standing.
which of the following best describes shin splints - ANS - medial tibial stress syndrome Pain in the front
of the tibia is caused by an overload to the tibia and associated musculature
which of the following best describes the tibia and the know when the feet flatten? - ANS - a flat foot will
lead to internal tibial rotation and knees will move in
which of the following forces are the most likely to result in ACL rupture if the client does not
demonstrate proper neuromuscular control of the lower extremities - ANS - anterior, lateral, rotational
which of the following is the most appropriate sequence of assessments for the knee impairments? -
ANS - static posture, overhead squat, single-leg squat, tuck jump, goniometric, and manual muscle
testing
Swimmers often exhibit overemphasized_____ relation to scapular retractors? - ANS - Pectoralis
Anterior pelvic tilt is a characteristic of which compensatory pattern? - ANS - lower crossed syndrome
the tibiofemoral joint is comprised of the femur and the? - ANS - tibia
The transverse arch of the foot consists of the? - ANS - cuboid and cuneiforms
There is a strong correlation between ACL injuries and which chronic disease? - ANS - Arthritis
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