Question 1

Physical activity in hot and humid environments challenges the body because

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A)  it produces large amounts of heat that must be regulated.
B)  blood is pooled inside the body core.
C)  evaporative heat loss only works in colder temperatures.
D)  acclimatization is not possible in hot environments.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 2

What two components comprise the windchill factor?

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A)  wind speed and humidity
B)  wind speed and temperature
C)  wind direction and atmospheric pressure
D)  the length of time exposed and ageE) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 3

What are the 3 components of a daily activity program?

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A)  stretching,workout,cool down
B)  warm-up,workout,stretching
C)  warm-up,workout,cool down
D)  workout,cool down,stretchingE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 4

Sheri is 35 years old,is sedentary,and has high cholesterol but no symptoms.Which of the following is true regarding her risk during exercise?

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A)  She is in moderate risk category and is safe for moderate physical activity only.
B)  She is in low risk category and is safe for moderate and vigorous activity.
C)  She is in high risk category and should not exercise without a clinical exercise test.
D)  She is moderate risk and should see a doctor before doing any physical activity.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

Which of the following is a benefit of a warm-up prior to exercise?

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A)  decreases the risk of irregular heartbeats associated with poor coronary circulation
B)  decreases body temperature
C)  increases the potential for DOMS
D)  increases muscle stiffnessE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 6

Tom is 45 years old with no known health problems.He answered "no" to all the PAR-Q questions,but experiences shortness of breath with mild exercise and occasional dizziness.According to the American College of Sports Medicine,what is his exercise risk category?

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A)  low risk
B)  moderate risk
C)  normal risk
D)  high riskE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

What will an individual most likely experience when exercising in a new higher altitude?

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A)  nosebleed
B)  increase in appetite
C)  increase in breathing and heart rates
D)  improvement in performanceE) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 8

Which of the following is a sound recommendation for exercise in cold and windy weather?

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A)  A light coating of petroleum jelly under the arms can help prevent frostbite.
B)  Wear gloves rather than mittens.
C)  The second layer should be made of capilene.
D)  The layer closest to the body should be a wickable fabric.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Which of the following is true of a cool down?

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A)  It is not necessary if a warm-up is performed.
B)  It prevents blood from pooling and reduces risk of fainting.
C)  It prevents lactic acid damage in the muscles.
D)  It isn't needed for athletes that are acclimatized.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 10

When a person has hot,flushed,dry skin with a fast pulse,this could be a sign of

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A)  heat cramps.
B)  heat exhaustion.
C)  heat stroke.
D)  hypothermia.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 11

Fans or wind can help cool exercisers via

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A)  conduction.
B)  convection.
C)  radiation.
D)  dissipation.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

What is the purpose of ice for injuries?

Accepted Answer

A)  removal of lactic acid in the area
B)  relaxtion of the muscle
C)  reduction of the risk of infection in the area
D)  reduction of swellingE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 13

How can people improve their body's tolerance to physical activity in the heat?

Accepted Answer

A)  Drink fluids before,during,and after activities.
B)  Perform shallow breathing while exercising.
C)  Regularly participate in physical activity in the heat.
D)  Wear clothes that allow your body to sweat profusely.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 14

The purpose of the PAR-Q is to

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A)  assess reasons for exercise participation.
B)  assess exercise level.
C)  determine medical readiness for exercise.
D)  serve as a warm-up program.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

What is the most common reason people give for not exercising?

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A)  They don't enjoy it.
B)  They are unfit to begin with.
C)  They lack access to convenient facilities.
D)  They don't have the time.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Exam 3: Preparing for Physical Activity

Fans or wind can help cool exercisers via

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Tom is 45 years old with no known health problems.He answered "no" to all the PAR-Q questions,but experiences shortness of breath with mild exercise and occasional dizziness.According to the American College of Sports Medicine,what is his exercise risk category?

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What will an individual most likely experience when exercising in a new higher altitude?

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Which of the following is a sound recommendation for exercise in cold and windy weather?

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What two components comprise the windchill factor?

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What are the 3 components of a daily activity program?

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When a person has hot,flushed,dry skin with a fast pulse,this could be a sign of

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How can people improve their body's tolerance to physical activity in the heat?

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Which of the following is true of a cool down?

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Which of the following is a benefit of a warm-up prior to exercise?

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What is the most common reason people give for not exercising?

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What is the purpose of ice for injuries?

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Physical activity in hot and humid environments challenges the body because

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The purpose of the PAR-Q is to

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Sheri is 35 years old,is sedentary,and has high cholesterol but no symptoms.Which of the following is true regarding her risk during exercise?

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Exam 3: Preparing for Physical Activity

Fans or wind can help cool exercisers via

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Tom is 45 years old with no known health problems.He answered "no" to all the PAR-Q questions,but experiences shortness of breath with mild exercise and occasional dizziness.According to the American College of Sports Medicine,what is his exercise risk category?

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What will an individual most likely experience when exercising in a new higher altitude?

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Which of the following is a sound recommendation for exercise in cold and windy weather?

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What two components comprise the windchill factor?

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What are the 3 components of a daily activity program?

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When a person has hot,flushed,dry skin with a fast pulse,this could be a sign of

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How can people improve their body's tolerance to physical activity in the heat?

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Which of the following is true of a cool down?

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Which of the following is a benefit of a warm-up prior to exercise?

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What is the most common reason people give for not exercising?

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What is the purpose of ice for injuries?

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Physical activity in hot and humid environments challenges the body because

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Sheri is 35 years old,is sedentary,and has high cholesterol but no symptoms.Which of the following is true regarding her risk during exercise?

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