ACSM 030-444 Exam Questions Instant Access

Question 1

A client taking a calcium-channel blocker most likely will exhibit which of the following responses during exercise?

AHypertensive response.

BIncreased ischemia.

CImproved anginal thresholds.

DSevere hypotension.

Answer : C

Question 2

Which of the following diseases is NOT typically associated with obesity?

ADiabetes.

BSkin cancer.

CCoronary artery disease.

DColon cancer.

Answer : B

Question 3

What is the best test of cardiovascular function for a client who is obese, has claudication in the legs, and has limited mobility because of neurologic damage from uncontrolled diabetes?

ADipyridamole or dobutamine testing and assessment of cardiovascular variables.

BDiscontinuous treadmill exercise test.

CResting echocardiography.

DContinuous submaximal cycle ergometer test.

Answer : A

Question 4

Given the sensitivity of the exercise ECG, stress testing conducted on 100 cardiac rehabilitation clients with documented CAD would be expected to produce what results?

AAll 100 clients show ECG indicators of CAD .

BApproximately 50 clients show ECG indicators of CAD .

CApproximately 30 clients would show ECG indicators of CAD .

DApproximately 70 clients would show ECG indicators of CAD .

Answer : D

Question 5

Metabolic syndrome (also referred to a syndrome X or the deadly quartet) is comprised of

AElevated TC, obesity, diabetes, and physical inactivity.

BCentral obesity, elevated LDL cholesterol, diabetes, and physical inactivity.

CLow HDL cholesterol, cigarette smoking, hypertension, and physical inactivity.

DCentral obesity, elevated triglycerides and low HDL cholesterol, hypertension, and insulin resistance.

Answer : D

Question 6

A group of pulmonary disorders characterized by expiratory airflow obstruction, dyspnea (shortness of breath), and some degree of airway reversal is known as

ABronchitis.

BAsthma.

CEmphysema.

DCOPD.

Answer : D

Question 7

Which of the following are symptoms of hypoglycemia?

AHypotension.

BCold, clammy skin.

CTachycardia and slurred speech.

DBronchospasms and hyperventilation.

Answer : C

ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist 030-444 Exam Questions