020-222 Exam Training Practice Tests (ACSM Health/Fitness Instructor)]

Question 1

Complaints of pain in the chest with associated pain radiating down the left arm may be signs of

A. Heartburn. B. Cardiac crisis. C. Hypotension. D. Seizure.

Correct Answer: B

Question 2

Which of the following formulae is used for determining workload on a bicycle ergometer?

A. Resistance x distance flywheel traveled per revolution x revolutions per minute. B. Resistance x distance flywheel traveled per revolution. C. Belt length x resistance x grade. D. Belt length x resistance x revolutions pedaled per minute.

Correct Answer: A

Question 3

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

A. Exercise waivers. B. Informed consent. C. Safety plan. D. Description of services.

Correct Answer: B

Question 4

Which of the following criteria would NOT classify a client as having "increased risk"?

A. Signs and/or symptoms of metabolic disease. B. Male older than 40 years with a history of clinical depression. C. Two or more major risk factors for CAD. D. Signs and/or symptoms of cardiopulmonary disease.

Correct Answer: B

Question 5

Which of the following statements about emergency equipment is MOST important?

A. Use of emergency equipment should be practiced routinely. B. Emergency equipment should include pencils, not pens. C. Emergency equipment should be kept clean at all times. D. Each piece of equipment should be painted a specific color for easy identification.

Correct Answer: A

Question 6

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

A. The RPE exceeds 17 on the standard scale. B. The client requests test termination. C. The respiratory exchange rate exceeds 0.95. D. The maximal heart rate exceeds 200 bpm.

Correct Answer: B

Question 7

How should a fitness instructor advise a client with regard to progression of the exercise program?

A. Progress the program only when the client feels ready. B. The progression should be at specific increments based on a calendar schedule (e.g. add 10% every 2 weeks). C. The progression should be gradual and slow. D. Be aggressive in increasing the program to increase fitness

Correct Answer: C

Question 8

What are some of the risks for musculoskeletal injury?

A. Intrinsic factors-frequency, attitude, ender. B. Extrinsic factors - intensity, terrain, equipment. C. Membership type D. Poor Signage in the facility.

Correct Answer: B

ACSM Health/Fitness Instructor - 020-222 Exam Practice Test