ACSM 010-111 ACSM Exam Practice Test Instant Access

Question 1

The three functions of the Participant-Centered Education and Counseling Model include

AIdentifying high-risk situations, developing a plan for these situations, and eliminating 'all-or-none' thinking.

BInformation gathering, developing a helping relationship, and participant education and counseling.

CExhibiting empathy, legitimizing a client's concerns, and forming a partnership.

DAssessing, asking questions, and establishing a supportive relationship.

Answer : B

Question 2

What is the current state of knowledge on progression or regression of atherosclerosis in human coronary arteries?

ARegression of atherosclerosis has been observed in clinical studies.

BRegression of atherosclerosis has yet to be observed in clinical studies

CProgression of atherosclerosis begins at puberty.

DThe rate of progression or regression between those who undergo usual medical care
is no different from that in those who aggressively control risk factors.

Answer : A

Question 3

Modifiable primary risk factors for CAD include

AHypertension, dyslipidemia, advancing age, and tobacco smoking.

BHomocysteine, lipoprotein( a), C-reactive protein, and t- P A.

CObesity, DM, tobacco smoking, and sedentary lifestyle.

DTobacco smoking, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and homocysteine.

Answer : C

Question 4

All of the following are suggestive of cardiovascular and pulmonary disease EXCEPT

APalpitations that occur at rest.

BDyspnea during strenuous exertion.

CSyncope during moderate-intensity exercise training.

DSubsternal burning during exertion that dissipates with rest.

Answer : B

Question 5

What procedure uses a clot-dissolving agent during acute MI to restore blood flow and limit myocardial necrosis?

APTCA.

BThrombolytic therapy.

CRadionuclide imaging.

DCABGS.

Answer : B

Question 6

A cardiac patient is taking a l3-blocker medication. During an exercise test, you would expect

AA radioisotope (e.g., Cardiolite) to be administered, because l3-blockers depress the ST segment on the resting ECG.

BAn increase in the angina threshold compared to a test without the medication.

CN a change in heart rate or blood pressure compared to a test without the medication.

DA slight decrease or no effect on blood pressure compared to a test without the medication.

Answer : B

Question 7

Which of the following best explains the pathophysiology of CAD?

AInjury to the arterial wall begins in the media.

BPlatelets and thrombi form in the adventitia.

CThe endothelium takes up lipids, especially LDL.

DAtherosclerotic lesions form in the intima.

Answer : D

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