Free Practice Questions for ACSM 020-222 Exam

Question 1

A client must be given specific instructions for the days preceding a fitness assessment. Which of the following is NOT a necessary instruction to a client for a fitness assessment?

AMen and women should avoid liquids for 12 hours before the test.

BClients should be instructed to avoid alcohol, tobacco products, or caffeine at least 3 hours before the test.

CClients should avoid strenuous exercise or physical activity on the day of the test.

DMen and women should be instructed to get an adequate amount of sleep the night before the assessment.

Correct Answer: A. Men and women should avoid liquids for 12 hours before the test.

Question 2

Which of the following are symptoms of hypoglycemia?

AHypotension.

BCold, clammy skin.

CTachycardia and slurred speech.

DBronchospasms and hyperventilation.

Correct Answer: C. Tachycardia and slurred speech.

Question 3

Identifying a patient's risk of complications is important. Which of the following is NOT considered to be a common aspect of the risk identification process?

ALaboratory results.

BAssessment of cardiac risk.

CReview of medical history.

DAssessment of work history.

Correct Answer: D. Assessment of work history.

Question 4

The emergency response system (EMS) is:

AThe combination of the ambulance and the emergency room.

BCritical for the staff to be able to respond adequately to an emergency.

CThe protocol used to practice safety plans.

DRequired by most health departments.

Correct Answer: B. Critical for the staff to be able to respond adequately to an emergency.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT part of an emergency plan?

AThe plan should list the schedule of each staff member so that they can all be accounted for during an emergency.

BThe plan must be written.

CThe plan should outline each specific action.

DThe staff should be prepared and trained in the plan.

Correct Answer: A. The plan should list the schedule of each staff member so that they can all be accounted for during an emergency.

Question 6

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

ACardiac crisis.

BHypotension.

CSeizure.

DHeartburn.

Correct Answer: A. Cardiac crisis.

Question 7

In developing an emergency plan, program administrators must take into account all of the following factors EXCEPT

AType of flooring.

BType of electrical wiring.

CVentilation, temperature, and humidity.

DTypes of exercise equipment.

Correct Answer: D. Types of exercise equipment.

Question 8

For a client who has a contraindication to exercise testing but could benefit greatly from the information gained through testing, which of the following statements is TRUE?

AThe contraindication is considered to be a relative contraindication.

BThe contraindication is considered to be an absolute contraindication.

CThe client should not be tested until the contraindication is resolved.

DA submaximal test is the only test that the client should complete.

Correct Answer: A. The contraindication is considered to be a relative contraindication.

Question 9

What is the fitness instructor's primary responsibility in conducting an exercise test?

AMaintaining a safe environment by not putting the client in danger.

BMaking sure that the data collected are accurate.

CCompleting the test.

DEncouragement and support.

Correct Answer: A. Maintaining a safe environment by not putting the client in danger.

Question 10

Exercise clothing

ACreates an important fashion statement.

BShould be bright so that you are easily seen in an aerobics class.

CHas only one rule: be comfortable.

DMust be safe and performs appropriately, like the exercise equipment.

Correct Answer: D. Must be safe and performs appropriately, like the exercise equipment.