information from health related physical fitness testing, and individuals medical and exercise history is used for... correct answers - collecting
... [Show More] baseline data and educating individuals about their present health/fitness status relative to health related standards and age and sex matched norms
- providing data that are helpful in the development of individualized exercise programs to address all health/fitness components
- collecting follow up data that allow evaluation of short and long term progress following an exercise prescription
- motivating individuals by establishing reasonable and attainable health/fitness goals
steps that should be taken to ensure individual safety and comfort before administering physical fitness tests correct answers - make the informed consent document available to allow ample time for the individual undergoing assessment to have all questions adequately addressed
- perform a preparticipation screening evaluation to determine the need for medical evaluation based on s/s of CV, metabolic, and/or renal disease. at minimum individuals should complete a self guided questionnaire like PAR-Q+
- follow the list of preliminary testing instructions for all individuals, may be modified to meet specific needs and circumstances
organizing the fitness test correct answers - ensure all consent and screening forms, data recording sheets, and any related testing documents are available in the individuals file prior to test administration.
- ensure that selected testing equipment has been calibrated according to manufacturers recommendation or more frequently based on use, and document all equipment calibration. skinfold calipers should be regularly checked for accuracy and sent to the manufacturer for calibration when needed.
- ensure a room temperature between 68-72 and humidity of less than 60% w/ adequate airflow
measurements to be obtained first in a fitness test correct answers resting measurements like HR, BP, height, weight, and body composition
use of medications that affect physical fitness test results should be noted
test environment correct answers important for validity and reliability
things to control:
- test anxiety - procedures should be explained and not be rushed, environment should be quiet and private. room should have comfortable seat for resting measurements. relaxed confident demeanor of staff and staff should know emergency plan.
- emotions
- room temperature
- ventilation
comprehensive health/fitness assessment correct answers 1. informed consent, exercise pre-participation health screening, pre-exercise evaluation
2. resting measurements [Show Less]