The condition that involves rapid breakdown of muscle tissue due to too much exercise, which can potentially result in kidney failure, is called
Correct Answer: B
Rhabdomyolysis, caused when an individual exercises too excessively, results in muscle damage and breakdown. These breakdown products, which can include protein and myoglobin, then enter the bloodstream and have the potential to harm the kidneys. Kidney failure, and possibly death, can result. Symptoms of rhabdomyolysis can include muscle swelling. pain, and soreness. Myoglobinuria and proteinuria describe the conditions of having myoglobin and protein in the urine. However, they do necessarily reflect a cause. Dialysis is a treatment for kidney failure.
Question 12
Which of these muscles is not part of the Rotator cuff?
Correct Answer: D
The Supraspinatus is an abductor of the arm. The Infraspinatus and Teres minor are both external rotators. The Subscapularis is the missing muscle of the rotator cuff.
Question 13
As a prelude to creating a personal training package for a client, a trainer should obtain all of the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
While you should always obtain permission before posting a photo of a client on a Web site, that is not one of the critical initial pieces of information. If medical clearance is necessary, a signature and recommendations from your clients physician should be obtained. In addition, you will need to know your client,s past and present medical and health issues to create an appropriate training plan. You also need informed consent from your client, demonstrating that he or she understands the risk and benefits of undertaking a training program.
Question 14
The joint movement that results in an increase of the joint angle is called
Correct Answer: C
When a joint is extended, the angle of the joint is increased. Flexion is the opposite of extension, and causes the joint angle to decrease. Abduction refers to movement that is directed away from the midline of the body. The opposite of abduction is adduction. Adduction describes movements that are made toward the midline of the body.
Question 15
You are exercising outdoors and become concerned that your client may be dehydrated. At what point would her condition be considered a medical emergency?
Correct Answer: B
Dehydratiom heat exhaustion, and heat stroke are conditions that are best avoided by encouraging clients to drink either water or sports drinks often. V.hen individuals wait until they feel thirsty to drink, they may already have lost 1 to 2 liters of fluid. A dehydrated individual may feel less energetic and begin to develop muscle cramps. If not treated, an individual can develop heat exhaustion, which may be manifested by headaches and feelings of nausea. If heat exhaustion isn,t treated, an individual may suffer from heat stroke. During heat stroke, an individual,s body temperature increases, and he or she may become confused or lose consciousness. This is a medical emergency. The patient needs to have her body temperature lowered as quickly as possible.
