NSCA-CPT Domain 1 - Consult and
Assess Exam-Graded A
a photo/video release agreement - ANSWER-Which of the following should not be
included within an informed consent document?
to identify if the client needs to obtain medical clearance - ANSWER-Purpose of the
PAR-Q
beta-blockers (used to treat high blood pressure) - ANSWER-Which of the following
medications may affect a normal increase in heart rate during exercise?
7-12 days - ANSWER-What is the minimum number of days recommended for an
acclimation period prior to testing aerobic performance at altitudes greater than 1,900
feet (approx. 580 m)?
establishing the client-trainer agreemenT - ANSWER-Which of the following should be
part of the initial interview with a new client?
refer the client to a registered dietitian for assistance - ANSWER-A personal trainer's
client identifies that they had success following a ketogenic diet. Therefore, they ask the
personal trainer to provide a long-term meal plan based upon ketogenic food options.
What should be the response of the personal trainer?
0.8 g/kg/day - ANSWER-A client currently weighs 250 lb and consumes 60% carbs,
25% fat, and 15% protein for a total of 2,500 calories. Approximately how many
g/kg/day of protein is the client consuming?
an assumption of risk - ANSWER-To limit the possibility of being held responsible for
injuries that occur during a training session, a personal trainer should include which of
the following during the client consultation?
Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire - ANSWER-What form should be
administered after completing the client-trainer agreement to determine the
appropriateness of starting a vigorous exercise program?
increasing carbohydrate intake - ANSWER-A client is preparing for her first 10-km race.
The client has controlled Type 1 diabetes and has been cleared to exercise by her
physician. Which of the following is the most effective method for preventing
hypoglycemia during the race?
, girth measurements, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance - ANSWER-Which
of the following would be the most appropriate testing order when conducting a fitness
evaluation with an obese client?
2,125 kcals/day` - ANSWER-A moderately active female client weighs 125 lbs. Which of
the following is an accurate estimate of her daily caloric needs?
informed consent - ANSWER-A personal trainer has identified the risks and benefits
associated with participation in exercise and seeks to confirm that the client is aware of
their responsibilities when participating in training sessions. This information is found
where?
high risk - ANSWER-A 32-year-old female client has a waist circumference of 37 inches
and a BMI of 27. What is her risk stratification for coronary heart disease?
saturated fat should be less than 10% or 1/3 of your total dietary fat intake - ANSWER-
When discussing dietary fat intake, which of the following is an appropriate
reccomendation?
current level of structured physical activity - ANSWER-Which of the following factors is
the first step when determining if a client can begin an exercise program without a
medical clearance?
male - 46 years old - ANSWER-Which of the following is a positive risk factor for
cardiovascular disease?
VO2max of 57 ml/kg/min - ANSWER-Which of the following measures would
demonstrate a better than average level of cardiorespiratory fitness in a 32-year old
male recreational athlete?
1.5-mile run - ANSWER-A personal training client began participating in 10k fun runs a
year ago and would like to become more competitive. Which of the following
submaximal assessments can the personal trainer conduct to estimate their current
VO2max?
12-minute run/walk - ANSWER-When organizing a battery of assessments that can be
conducted in the field, which of the following would be most appropriate?
1 RM bench press and body weight - ANSWER-To determine a client's relative upper
body strength, what data should the personal trainer collect during the fitness
assessment?
during the client's health appraisal screening - ANSWER-When is it most appropriate for
a personal trainer to administer a health/medical questionnaire?
Assess Exam-Graded A
a photo/video release agreement - ANSWER-Which of the following should not be
included within an informed consent document?
to identify if the client needs to obtain medical clearance - ANSWER-Purpose of the
PAR-Q
beta-blockers (used to treat high blood pressure) - ANSWER-Which of the following
medications may affect a normal increase in heart rate during exercise?
7-12 days - ANSWER-What is the minimum number of days recommended for an
acclimation period prior to testing aerobic performance at altitudes greater than 1,900
feet (approx. 580 m)?
establishing the client-trainer agreemenT - ANSWER-Which of the following should be
part of the initial interview with a new client?
refer the client to a registered dietitian for assistance - ANSWER-A personal trainer's
client identifies that they had success following a ketogenic diet. Therefore, they ask the
personal trainer to provide a long-term meal plan based upon ketogenic food options.
What should be the response of the personal trainer?
0.8 g/kg/day - ANSWER-A client currently weighs 250 lb and consumes 60% carbs,
25% fat, and 15% protein for a total of 2,500 calories. Approximately how many
g/kg/day of protein is the client consuming?
an assumption of risk - ANSWER-To limit the possibility of being held responsible for
injuries that occur during a training session, a personal trainer should include which of
the following during the client consultation?
Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire - ANSWER-What form should be
administered after completing the client-trainer agreement to determine the
appropriateness of starting a vigorous exercise program?
increasing carbohydrate intake - ANSWER-A client is preparing for her first 10-km race.
The client has controlled Type 1 diabetes and has been cleared to exercise by her
physician. Which of the following is the most effective method for preventing
hypoglycemia during the race?
, girth measurements, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance - ANSWER-Which
of the following would be the most appropriate testing order when conducting a fitness
evaluation with an obese client?
2,125 kcals/day` - ANSWER-A moderately active female client weighs 125 lbs. Which of
the following is an accurate estimate of her daily caloric needs?
informed consent - ANSWER-A personal trainer has identified the risks and benefits
associated with participation in exercise and seeks to confirm that the client is aware of
their responsibilities when participating in training sessions. This information is found
where?
high risk - ANSWER-A 32-year-old female client has a waist circumference of 37 inches
and a BMI of 27. What is her risk stratification for coronary heart disease?
saturated fat should be less than 10% or 1/3 of your total dietary fat intake - ANSWER-
When discussing dietary fat intake, which of the following is an appropriate
reccomendation?
current level of structured physical activity - ANSWER-Which of the following factors is
the first step when determining if a client can begin an exercise program without a
medical clearance?
male - 46 years old - ANSWER-Which of the following is a positive risk factor for
cardiovascular disease?
VO2max of 57 ml/kg/min - ANSWER-Which of the following measures would
demonstrate a better than average level of cardiorespiratory fitness in a 32-year old
male recreational athlete?
1.5-mile run - ANSWER-A personal training client began participating in 10k fun runs a
year ago and would like to become more competitive. Which of the following
submaximal assessments can the personal trainer conduct to estimate their current
VO2max?
12-minute run/walk - ANSWER-When organizing a battery of assessments that can be
conducted in the field, which of the following would be most appropriate?
1 RM bench press and body weight - ANSWER-To determine a client's relative upper
body strength, what data should the personal trainer collect during the fitness
assessment?
during the client's health appraisal screening - ANSWER-When is it most appropriate for
a personal trainer to administer a health/medical questionnaire?
