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What is required for the PAR-Q+ to be considered valid?
What is required for the PAR-Q+ to be considered valid?
Who is typically eligible to work with a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) like a CSEP-CPT?
Who is typically eligible to work with a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) like a CSEP-CPT?
If a client has one or more 'yes' answers on page 1 of the PAR-Q+, which condition must be met for them to be classified as low risk?
If a client has one or more 'yes' answers on page 1 of the PAR-Q+, which condition must be met for them to be classified as low risk?
Which statement accurately describes the duration of validity for the PAR-Q+?
Which statement accurately describes the duration of validity for the PAR-Q+?
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In what situation would a client be classified as having an unstable health condition?
In what situation would a client be classified as having an unstable health condition?
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What is the primary purpose of assessing a client's fitness level?
What is the primary purpose of assessing a client's fitness level?
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Which of the following is essential before conducting a fitness assessment?
Which of the following is essential before conducting a fitness assessment?
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What should be considered when choosing the order of fitness assessments?
What should be considered when choosing the order of fitness assessments?
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Which of the following statements about pre-screening tools is accurate?
Which of the following statements about pre-screening tools is accurate?
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What is a key component of an appropriate general exercise assessment protocol?
What is a key component of an appropriate general exercise assessment protocol?
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Why is it necessary to assess health risk during a fitness assessment?
Why is it necessary to assess health risk during a fitness assessment?
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What is meant by a 'physiological snapshot' in fitness assessment?
What is meant by a 'physiological snapshot' in fitness assessment?
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What should the temperature of the assessment area ideally be?
What should the temperature of the assessment area ideally be?
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What is required from a client if they answer ‘yes’ to questions #2, #6, or #7 on PG 1?
What is required from a client if they answer ‘yes’ to questions #2, #6, or #7 on PG 1?
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Which of the following scenarios requires a client to complete pages 2-3 of the PAR-Q+?
Which of the following scenarios requires a client to complete pages 2-3 of the PAR-Q+?
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What is the maximum resting blood pressure reading allowed to proceed with pre-assessment screening measures?
What is the maximum resting blood pressure reading allowed to proceed with pre-assessment screening measures?
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What should be done if a client exhibits an issue that necessitates clinical intervention?
What should be done if a client exhibits an issue that necessitates clinical intervention?
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Which method is preferred for measuring resting heart rate?
Which method is preferred for measuring resting heart rate?
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What step is taken if a client's resting heart rate exceeds 100 bpm?
What step is taken if a client's resting heart rate exceeds 100 bpm?
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When should a client be referred to a CSEP-CEP or an appropriate health care professional?
When should a client be referred to a CSEP-CEP or an appropriate health care professional?
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What is one of the first steps if all initial screening measures are clear?
What is one of the first steps if all initial screening measures are clear?
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Study Notes
Fitness Assessment II
- Course: PHLT 1323
- Objectives: Review fitness assessment purpose, process, pre-exercise screening, fitness components, assessment order, and results interpretation. Includes an appropriate exercise assessment protocol.
Assessment Purpose & Overall Process
- The purpose of assessing fitness is to get a "physiological snapshot" of a client's current fitness level.
- This should be relative to established health standards and age/sex-matched norms.
- Assessment enables health risk assessment, identification of strengths/weaknesses, realistic/attainable goal setting, accurate/precise prescription, and client profile development (pre/post-testing)
- Overall assessment process involves proper client consent and screening, appropriate assessment choice and order, considering assessment validity, reliability and objectivity.
- Assessments are performed using appropriate protocols followed by re-assessment processes.
Assessment (and Exercise) Screening Protocol
- This is based on guidelines from NSCA(2022) & Heyward & Gibson (2014).
General Assessment Protocol Steps
- Equipment calibration and proper organization are key before use.
- Recording sheets should be prepared.
- The assessment area should be quiet, private, and properly temperature-controlled (21-23°C).
- All pre-screening tools and measures should be completed prior to the commencement of fitness assessments.
- Specific steps include administering appropriate fitness assessments – Components and Order (anthropometry, cardiovascular, muscular, and flexibility assessments)
Pre-Screening Tools & Measures
- Informed Consent: Covers assessment purpose, details, benefits/risks, procedures, withdrawal policy, encouragement of questions, and confidentiality.
- Get Active Questionnaire (CSEP-endorsed): Includes a physician physical activity readiness clearance form, pregnancy form, or other evidence-based screenings (i.e. PAR-Q+).
- Medical history and lifestyle evaluations give insight to client well-being (personal and family history) for Exercise Prescription.
PAR-Q+ (Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire)
- Valid for 12 months. Re-administer if health condition changes.
- Signed, dated, and witnessed by a third party.
- Certified exercise professionals should adhere to scope of practice - either apparently healthy clients or those with no more than one stable health condition
- Correctly classifying client risk is imperative
- Apparently healthy: answers "no" to all questions on page 1
- Stable health condition (low risk): one or more "yes" answers on page 1 of PAR-Q+, but "no" answers to the related follow-up questions on pages 2-3, and no "yes" to questions #2, #6, and #7 on page 1
- Unstable health condition (moderate/high risk). One or more "yes" answers on page 1 and one or more "yes" answers to follow-up questions on pages 2-3
- Detailed guidelines for client steps depending if they are eligible for CSEP-CPT work based on their PAR-Q+ profile
Screening Tools & Measures (Cont'd)
- Resting heart rate (HRrest): Measured using auscultation (stethoscope) or palpation (radial, brachial, carotid, temporal arteries). 15-second counts.
- Resting Blood Pressure (BPrest): Follow proper assessment guidelines (e.g., CSEP-PATH).
- Systolic = first Korotkoff sound
- Diastolic = fifth Korotkoff sound
- Important to be aware of cut-offs associated with certifying bodies(e.g. CSEP criteria). Specifics for blood pressure categories are in the handout
- Clinician should consider any clinically necessary interventions (e.g. advise client to obtain physician clearance).
Results Interpretation
- Interpret results relative to established health standards, or age/sex-matched norms.
- Determine corresponding category in established categories for each fitness component of the client and connect results / ratings to different factors such as; health risk, independent living, ADL capabilities (activities of daily living), and leisure/sport activities. Any relevant discussion from past counseling must be included too.
Convey Results to Client
- Review and share results with clients.
- Counsel clients regarding elements of a healthy lifestyle, and associated benefits these entail.
- Offer targeted strategies if the client is not currently active to change behavior and move into the next stage of behavior change.
Test-Retest Cycle
- This is a basic guideline for client feedback and improvement that utilizes the Performance Needs Analysis, initial testing, training program design, and implementation of the program. Frequent assessment and the process cycle help further improving feedback and progression.
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This quiz covers the key components of fitness assessment as part of the PHLT 1323 course. It reviews the purpose and processes involved in fitness assessment, including pre-exercise screening and assessment interpretation. Understanding these concepts is essential for developing proper exercise protocols and client profiles.
