Deck 18: Exercise Prescriptions for Health and Fitness

Question 1

Which of the following statements about patients in a cardiac rehab program is NOT true?

A)Cardiac rehab serves a variety of patients including those with angina pectoris,bypass surgery,and myocardial infarctions.
B)Cardiac rehab patients are often using medications including nitroglycerin and beta-blockers.
C)Exercise training programs often bring about large improvements in the functional capacity of cardiac rehab patients.
D)Exercise tests for coronary disease patients does not typically involve the use of a 12-lead EKG.

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Ketosis is a condition of acidosis resulting from

A)low blood glucose.
B)high insulin levels.
C)excessive fat metabolism.
D)eating sugar.

Answer 2

C

Question 3

An asthma attack is characterized by an early phase of allergic reactions.Which of the following reactions are involved in the early phase of an asthma attack?

A)Contraction of bronchial smooth muscle
B)Vascular leakage (swelling)
C)Mucus secretion
D)All of the above answers are correct.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Which of the following is used to treat patient during an asthma attack?

A)beta-2 receptor agonists.
B)cromolyn sodium.
C)immunotherapy.
D)leukotriene inhibitors.

Question 5

Which of the following statements concerning diabetes is NOT true?

A)Diabetes can involve an inability to either produce insulin or respond to insulin.
B)Extreme hunger and frequent urination are both warning signs of the diabetes.
C)Uncontrolled diabetes may cause either heart or kidney disease.
D)Patients with diabetes cannot benefit significantly from exercise.

Question 6

Which of the following statements are NOT recommendations to lower elevated blood pressure in individuals with hypertension?

A)Lose weight (if overweight)
B)Perform moderate intensity exercise for at least 30 minutes on most days of the week
C)Perform resistance training at 90-100% 1-RM
D)Reduce sodium intake

Question 7

A condition that is regarded as a contributing cause of Type 2 diabetes is

A)obesity.
B)too much sugar in the diet.
C)a high-protein diet.
D)extremely low body weight.

Question 8

A primary and major risk factor for developing osteoporosis for women over 50 years of age is ________.

A)a loss of circulating estrogen.
B)a diet low in phosphorus
C)a lack of exercise
D)None of the above answers are correct

Question 9

Strength generally declines about _________ between 20 and 50 years of age.

A)10%
B)15-20%
C)30-40%
D)40-50%

Question 10

Type I diabetes typically develops early in life and represents about _____% of those with diabetes.

A)1
B)5
C)10
D)25

Question 11

A person would be considered to be pre-diabetic if his or her

A)fasting plasma glucose value measured < 100 mg/dl.
B)oral glucose tolerance value measured > 200 mg/dl.
C)fasting blood glucose value measured 101-126 mg/dl.
D)fasting blood glucose value measured >127 mg/dl.

Question 12

Asthma results in a decrease in airway diameter.In some patients,an allergen binds to IgE antibodies on the mast cell and promotes the release of inflammatory mediators including____________________.

A)histamine,prostaglandins,and leukotrienes
B)histamine,bromine,and histidine
C)prostaglandins,histidine,and glucocorticoids
D)All of the above answers are correct

Question 13

Which of the following statements are TRUE about the recommendations for exercise during pregnancy?

A)The exercise intensity can be monitored by using the "talk test"
B)The exercise intensity can be monitored by exercising at an RPE between 12-14 (original Borg scale)
C)A pregnant woman should consult with her physician before starting a physical activity program.
D)All of the above answers are correct

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT considered to be a potential cause of exercise-induced asthma?

A)cold air
B)warm,moist air
C)hypocapnia
D)alkalosis

Question 15

Which of the following statements is TRUE about exercise-induced asthma?

A)Exercise-induced asthma occurs most often during strenuous,long-duration exercise compared to short-term,moderate intensity exercise.
B)Exercise-induced asthma occurs more often in elite swimmers compared to other sports.
C)Exercise-induced asthma cannot be prevented by any medication.
D)Both A and B are true

Question 16

Type II diabetics often exhibit a number of risk factors for coronary heart disease including__________________.

A)hypertension and inactivity.
B)hypertension and obesity
C)high blood cholesterol
D)All of the above answers are correct

Question 17

Which of the following drugs is often used to prevent a heart attack or release chest pain associated with myocardial ischemia?

A)a beta 2 receptor agonist
B)nitroglycerin
C)Cromolyn sodium
D)statins

Question 18

If insulin levels are markedly increased above normal when a type I diabetic begins exercise,continuous aerobic exercise would result in _______________.

A)no significant changes in blood glucose concentration.
B)an increase in blood glucose concentration.
C)a significant decrease in blood glucose concentration.
D)None of the above answers are correct.

Question 19

An asthma attack that is brought on by exercise can often be prevented by

A)taking proper medication prior to exercise.
B)exercising at a very high intensity.
C)breathing air that has been cooled and dried.
D)hyperventilation.

Question 20

Insulin shock is a serious medical condition in which a diabetic is

A)hyperglycemic.
B)hypoglycemic.
C)ketotic.
D)normoglycemic.

Question 21

If a Type 1 diabetic engages in exercise while the blood glucose concentration is too high,the exercise could cause the blood glucose concentration to increase.

Question 22

Exercise is NOT recommended for most pregnant women because it puts an additional strain on the fetus.

Question 23

Compared to many cardiac patients,patients with severe COPD often have a lower tolerance for exercise.

Question 24

Athletes with exercise-induced asthma are simply not able to participate in competitive sports.

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT true about the metabolic and cardiac adaptations to pregnancy?

A)blood volume increases 40-50%.
B)oxygen cost of activity is higher.
C)heart rate is lower at rest and during submaximal exercise.
D)there is a higher risk of arterial hypotension during the third trimester.

Question 26

Elderly people show little or no adaptation to strength and endurance training programs.

Question 27

The majority of diabetics are classified as having Type 2 diabetes.

Question 28

Osteoporosis is defined as a loss of muscle mass with aging.