ACSM 010-111 ACSM Exam Practice Test Instant Access

Question 1

Before and after 10 weeks of endurance training, an individual performs a submaximal exercise test at a constant work rate. Which of the following changes would most likely occur as a result of the endurance training?

AA lower cardiac output.

BAn increase in oxygen consumption.

CAn increase in the blood flow to the exercising muscle.

DLower blood lactate levels.

Answer : D

Question 2

A possible mechanism by which chronic exercise training may reduce resting blood pressure in hypertensive individuals is through

AAn increase in plasma renin.

BA higher cardiac output.

CA reduced heart rate.

DA lower stroke volume.

Answer : C

Question 3

Which of the following is the one true statement concerning the surgical treatment of CAD?

AA coronary artery stent carries a lower rate of restenosis than does PTCA.

BAtherectomy is a prerequisite requirement forPTCA.

CVenous grafts are significantly superior to arterial grafts in terms of patency.

DLong term outcome of laser angioplasty is unknown and, thus, are rarely used.

Answer : A

Question 4

A classic sign of subendocardial ischemia is

AAngina.

BST -segment depression.

CST-segment elevation.

DA pathologic Q wave.

Answer : B

Question 5

The goal of risk stratification is to

ADetermine the prognosis.

BAssess the disease severity.

CConfirm the diagnosis.

DIncrease the safety of exercise participation.

Answer : D

Question 6

What is the correct term and definition to describe a potential complication that may occur after an acute MI?

AExpansion-another MI.

BAneurysm-bulging of the ventricular wall.

CExtension-left ventricular dilation.

DRupture-coronary artery breaks open.

Answer : B

Question 7

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

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