ACSM CPT EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A
2023-2024 UPDATE SUCCESS ASSURED
1
what muscle is the prime mover for a seated lateral dumbbell raise to
shoulder level with elbows slightly flexed?****
middle deltoid
2
what occurs when running up an incline??******
a greater range of motion occurs in the ankle joint
3
following a 12 week aerobic conditioning program, an individual running
at submaximal workload would be expected to have a circulating blood
lactate level as compared to the value obtained at that same absolute
workload prior to the conditioning program?******
somewhat lower
4
your client has discovered she is pregnant through a home pregnancy
test. she wants to continue to exercise during her pregnancy and is
seeking your help. What is the best recommendation?******
encourage her to see a physician for any possible limitations
5
you have a new male client who is 68"tall and 36 yrs old weight=194lbs
and is cleared by physician to being an exercise program of moderate
intensity? Which constitutes a SMART weight loss goal for him?
lose 1-2lbs per week by walking 40 mins, 5x a week at 3.8mph on tredmill
6
immediately following a chest and shoulder workout a 55 yr old make
executive complains of a dull ache in the left side of the chest that is
aggravated with respiration. what would you consider is the source of
pain? *****
Muscular
7
when considering the acute response of arm vs leg exercises which is
true? ***** at the peak workload, oxygen consumption greater with leg
exercise
8
what is most likely the cause of lightheaded and dizziness experienced by
an older adult who moves from a lying position to standing position *****
decreased venous return
9
cardiovascular adaptations to chronic endurance training include an
 given
fixed sub-maximal exercise intensity