Health Promotion, Fitness, and Wellness (HPFW) Exam 1 Practice Test

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• Which statement best describes reciprocal determinism in Social Cognitive Theory?
• During progressive workloads, how does heart rate (HR) typically change?
• What is the importance of adequate sleep for health promotion?
• What does readiness-to-change assessment assess in health promotion planning?
• According to Social Cognitive Theory, what does self-efficacy influence?
• What aspect of physician engagement enhances the effectiveness of physical therapy in a network setting?
• Which describes a community coalition and its benefit?
• How does health literacy affect health promotion outcomes?
• What is an example of a social support strategy in health promotion?
• Self-Determination Theory's three basic needs are which of the following?
• Which factor best improves adherence to an exercise program?
• Which item is NOT listed as a Healthy People 2030 key area?
• Which of the following is commonly listed as a biological risk factor for health conditions?
• Health equity is best described as:
• Which statement best describes intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation in exercise adherence?
• What is risk communication in HPFW?
• Which of the following is a Healthy People 2030 topic area?
• Which activity is most effective for improving cardiorespiratory endurance?
• Which respiration rate is considered tachypnea in adults?
• Which construct is defined as learning by watching a peer model perform a behavior and then believing you can perform it?
• Which statement best defines physical activity?
• Good mobility plus stability helps prevent injury and supports efficient functional movement. Which outcome best aligns with this principle?
• Which option correctly lists the five major determinants of health with an example for each?
• In the Transtheoretical Model, which stage is defined by having no intention to change or not recognizing the need for change?
• What does the FITT principle stand for, and which cardio training example correctly illustrates it?
• Which environmental supports facilitate health promotion?
• A logic model often includes key components that describe the sequence from resources to impact. Which option lists a core component that is part of this framework?
• Which option describes the Transtheoretical Model stages of change most accurately?
• A walking speed of 0.30 m/s would categorize the patient as which category?
• Self-regulation is defined as the ability to control oneself through reward, goal setting, and social support.
• Secondary prevention is best described as?
• Which Self-Determination Theory component refers to the capacity to effectively deal with one's environment and to take advantage of opportunities for behavior change?
• In HPFW practice, which ethical principle refers to respecting individuals' right to self-determination and making informed choices?
• According to general guidelines for adults, what are the minimum weekly recommendations for aerobic activity and resistance training?
• In the FITT principle, which element refers to the kind of exercise performed?
• Healthy People 2030 topic areas include which of the following?
• Which BP range corresponds to Hypertensive Stage 2?
• Which of the following is a biological risk factor?
• In Social Cognitive Theory, what concept describes that personal factors, environmental factors, and behavior influence each other in a dynamic loop?
• Distinguish between process, performance, and outcome goals with an example for each in fitness.
• In a posterior view plumb line assessment, how should the line be aligned to assess symmetry?
• An evaluation that measures changes in health behavior after a program is implemented is an example of:
• After completing exercise, how does systolic blood pressure typically respond within recovery?
• Which principle best supports the idea that quality should precede quantity?
• A walking speed of 0.50 m/s on the 10-meter walk test indicates which category?
• What does SMART stand for in goal setting?
• In the Transtheoretical Model, which stage occurs when a person has begun to take concrete steps toward change, such as enrolling in a gym?
• Movement screening assesses which of the following movement characteristics?
• Which psychological factor is linked to higher adherence to an exercise program?
• According to the US Task Force, a BMI value above which threshold should be referred to intensive multi-component behavioral interventions?
• Which statement best describes waist circumference in health assessment?
• What BP reading defines Hypertensive crisis?
• Which statement correctly describes the reason for exercise testing versus health screening?
• Which health-related behaviors are most associated with improved wellness outcomes?
• In designing a beginner program, which emphasis best aligns with the motto?
• A logic model typically serves as a framework linking which set of elements?
• Which speed defines a threshold for a household ambulator?
• Interrater agreement between physical therapists and physicians is described as which of the following?
• According to the material, which statement best describes moral disengagement?
• Which metric best reflects behavior change?
• Which stage is defined by having changed your health behavior and maintaining it for more than six months?
• In the Transtheoretical Model, which stage corresponds to actively working on the behavior for the first six months after initiating change?
• Which example illustrates an environmental risk factor?
• Which statement best describes process evaluation?
• On the Borg scale, what do ratings of 8-11 correspond to?
• On the Borg scale, what do ratings of 12-16 correspond to?
• What do skinfold measurements estimate?
• Which of the following is categorized as a behavioral risk factor for health promotion?
• Explain reciprocal determinism in Social Cognitive Theory.
• Which statement best reflects a core idea of Social Cognitive Theory regarding how learning occurs?
• According to the notes, PT practice contributes to addressing the opioid crisis by what mechanism?
• Which statement best defines exercise?
• Which statement best distinguishes health promotion from health education?
• What role does mobility play in functional movement?
• Barriers for physical therapists working in primary care include which of the following?
• Which statement reflects a Healthy People 2030 framework goal involving leadership and policy design?
• In the Transtheoretical Model, which stage describes having an intention to change but delaying when to start?
• A balance training and falls prevention program for older adults is an example of which level of prevention?
• Which of the following is an environmental risk factor?
• Which is a recommended seated posture guideline?
• What is the formula used to calculate body mass index (BMI)?
• Which statement about the Theory of Planned Behavior constructs is true?
• If a movement pattern feels unstable, what is the best emphasis according to the principle?
• Which items are typically addressed by a PARQ?
• What is the role of self-efficacy in behavior change?
• A blood pressure reading of 125/78 mmHg falls into which BP category?
• A 10-meter walk test result of 0.85 m/s best classifies the individual as a:
• In a training program, which sequencing reflects 'First move well, then move often'?
• Which stage is characterized by having the intention to change but not yet taking action (the thinking phase)?
• Which option lists all five primary constructs of Social Cognitive Theory?
• In HPFW, selecting an approach that respects individuals' cultural backgrounds is an example of:
• During exercise, the respiratory rate tends to do what?
• The ICF model conceptualizes functioning and disability as an interaction among which components?
• How is physical therapy sometimes viewed in terms of cost compared to other services?
• Which outcome is most aligned with prioritizing movement quality before volume?
• What is progressive overload, and how does it relate to fitness improvements?
• Which determinant is exemplified by access to health insurance?
• Which respiration rate is classified as bradypnea in adults?
• Which of the following is NOT a posture guideline for seated posture?
• The PAR-Q is primarily used to determine:
• In the Health Belief Model, what do perceived susceptibility and perceived severity mean, with a representative example?
• Which statement best describes a process goal in a fitness plan?
• What is the typical resting heart rate range for healthy adults, as given?
• Which two movement qualities are described as foundational for injury prevention and efficient functional movement?
• What progression in movement training best reflects the motto?
• Which statement best describes environmental determinants of behavior as described in the material?
• Approximate increase in heart rate per MET during progressive exercise?
• Which of the following statements about PARQ is true?
• Which speed corresponds to a Limited community ambulator?
• The description "Use of rehabilitation to decrease the degree or limit progression of disability and improve function in individuals with chronic conditions or irreversible diseases" corresponds to which level of prevention?
• Name two common methods to monitor exercise intensity in clients who cannot use a heart rate monitor.
• Which factor is an additional wellness factor alongside regular physical activity, adequate sleep, and balanced nutrition?
• In a lateral view plumb line assessment, through which landmark should the line pass?
• The normal systolic blood pressure response to increased workload increases by about how much per 1 MET?
• What are the core constructs of the Theory of Planned Behavior?
• Stability refers to:
• Despite higher upfront service, physical therapy can reduce overall costs by decreasing which factors?
• Tertiary prevention is best described as?
• Which statement best describes HRR and %HRmax in prescribing exercise intensity?
• In patients with low back pain, physical therapy is associated with which outcomes?
• Which is a recommended first aid step for heat-related illness?
• Define body composition and name two common methods to assess it.
• Which statement best describes the usefulness of the Borg RPE scale?
• Injury prevention in fitness, focusing on mobility and stability most directly contributes to which of the following?
• When exercising in hot weather, which of the following is NOT recommended?
• In Social Cognitive Theory, which component describes how personal experiences and expectations influence behavior?
• Which expansion of SMART goals is correct?
• Which category is defined by walking speeds ≥0.8 m/s?
• Which of the following best describes the full Borg scale ranges associated with exertion?
• Sarcopenia is best described as which of the following?
• Which of the following stress management techniques aligns with HPFW principles?
• What is the normal diastolic blood pressure (DBP) response during exercise?
• Which statement best captures the core idea of the motto in training progression?
• During exercise, how should pulse oximetry typically respond?
• Which BMI range defines a normal weight category?
• Which of the following is not one of Healthy People 2030 goals?
• In a SMART objective to increase daily steps by 2,000 over eight weeks, which attribute is demonstrated by the eight-week time frame?
• Which statement best defines cultural competence in HPFW practice?
• Which component describes actions to implement the program?
• The PAR-Q is a tool used in HPFW practice to determine exercise readiness. When is medical clearance recommended?
• Physical therapy involvement for musculoskeletal diagnoses is described as achieving which advantages?
• Which option describes how to evaluate the effectiveness of a health promotion program?
• Which signal indicates dehydration during performance?
• Identify two common barriers to physical activity and strategies to overcome them.
• Which pair is most closely associated with the foundational approach to safe and effective movement?
• What is VO2max and why is it a measure of cardiorespiratory fitness?
• Which speed best describes the community ambulator threshold on the 10-meter walk test?
• According to the Physical Activity Guidelines, adults should participate in which pattern of aerobic activity?
• Skinfold measurements are approximately ±3.5% accurate and reflect that roughly what fraction of total fat is subcutaneous?
• Which of the following represents the public health goals for reducing tobacco use and nicotine addiction?
• Which of the following is a consequence of chronic sleep deprivation?
• Which of the following is a signal of dehydration?
• Self-Determination Theory describes two aspects of motivation: intrinsic and extrinsic.
• Which statement best defines primary prevention?
• Physical therapy involvement in patient care is associated with which combination of outcomes?
• Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale is used to assess exertion and ranges from what numbers?
• Explain the wellness-illness continuum and where health promotion aims to shift individuals.
• Which statement differentiates physical activity from exercise?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the five components of health-related physical fitness?
• Which statement best reflects time-bound aspect of SMART objectives?
• In health promotion, pursuing health equity primarily aims to:
• Less readmissions for falls and musculoskeletal disorders is a reported benefit of physical therapy involvement in which area?
• During exercise testing, which action is indicated if a BP reading reaches hypertensive crisis?
• How often should adults perform resistance training for major muscle groups?
• List two major nutrition principles for weight management.
• Which of the following is a primary construct of Social Cognitive Theory?
• Which statement best defines what the 10-meter walk test measures?
• Which is a socioeconomic risk factor?
• What is the Social Ecological Model and name its five levels.
• According to the principle 'First move well, then move often,' what should be prioritized when starting a new movement practice?
• When starting a new exercise, which progression is recommended by the mobility-stability concept?
• Which statement is true regarding waist circumference and BMI?
• What is the difference between BMI and body composition in assessing health?
• Self-regulation elements: which statement describes the elements of self-regulation in behavior change?
• Health is defined as:
• Which BP range corresponds to Hypertensive Stage 1?
• Which combination best supports functional movement and daily activity performance?
• Which statement best describes the relationship between BMI and waist circumference in health risk assessment?
• Recovery time for systolic blood pressure to return to pre-exercise levels is typically about how many minutes?
• What is the difference between a needs assessment and a gap analysis?
• Mobility is defined as:
• Physical therapy can contribute to which patient experience outcome related to care?
• At what SpO2 level is hypoxemia defined?
• On the Borg scale, what do ratings of 17-20 correspond to?
• In a health promotion plan, which component is described as broad outcomes?
• In Self-Determination Theory, which component represents control over the course of one’s life?
• Which practice best supports overall health by improving physical performance, mental health, metabolism, and immune function?
• Which BP reading defines Elevated blood pressure?
• What is the purpose of tailoring interventions to readiness-to-change stage?
• Which of the following is a socioeconomic risk factor?
• On the Borg scale, what do ratings of 6-7 correspond to?
• What is the primary purpose of including a warm-up in HPFW programming?
• In a basic needs assessment for community health promotion, which step is typically performed last?
• Explain energy balance and how caloric deficit leads to weight loss.
• What is considered a normal range for adult pulse oximetry (SpO2)?
• Which option is NOT one of the five primary constructs of Social Cognitive Theory as listed in the material?
• Which of the following is one of Healthy People 2030's five key areas of the framework?
• Which BP reading defines Normal blood pressure?
• Explain how injury prevention is integrated into HPFW programming.
• In the Transtheoretical Model, which stage is characterized by having changed behavior for more than six months and continuing to actively participate?
• In movement screening, which item is used to assess movement quality?
• Which statement correctly lists the five primary constructs of Social Cognitive Theory?
• What are the basic hydration guidelines during exercise for adults?
• Which outcome is associated with physical therapy involvement in emergency care?
• Why is body composition information important for health assessment?
• What is the difference between dynamic stretching and static stretching, and when should each be used?
• What is the normal respiratory rate (RR) response during increasing exercise intensity?
• An evidence-based approach for physical therapy in clinical care emphasizes which of the following?