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Review of safety and teaching tips

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Question 1 of 29

Always focus on safety and fun!

A

True

B

False

Question 2 of 29

The same principles of safe exercise for the general population apply to seniors with frailty and complex health conditions

A

True

B

False

Question 3 of 29

Seated participants should sit forward on the end of their chairs to have more room to move

A

True

B

False

Question 4 of 29

Avoid jerking or slinging motions of the limbs. Encourage smooth rhythmic movement

A

True

B

False

Question 5 of 29

What is the best way to demonstrate aerobic exercises

A

Energetically, adding your own flair and style

B

Bounce around to get their attention

C

Extra slow so they can follow

D

Exaggerated and in a clear, rhythmic and controlled manner

Question 6 of 29

You don't need to remind your participants to keep breathing, they will do that on their own

A

True

B

False

Question 7 of 29

Singing should never be encouraged during exercise

A

True

B

False

Question 8 of 29

Signs your participant is working within an ideal level of exertion

A

perceived level of exertion is higher than 7

B

they can talk or sing

C

cues of discomfort like laboured breathing

D

change of pallor - grey, pale or bluish skin

Question 9 of 29

Most cardiac complications occur at the beginning or end of a workout

A

True

B

False

Question 10 of 29

Check all the safe and effective ways to warm up:

(Select all that apply)
A

get the blood flowing with a brisk march

B

easy tapping and clapping

C

gentle range of motion movements to lubricate joints

D

static stretching

Question 11 of 29

Principles of safe warm up includes:

(Select all that apply)
A

If a participant arrives late, he or she may do whatever activity the class is doing at a lower intensity for 10 minutes to warm up

B

Instruct participants to avoid hyperextending - keep elbows and knees soft

C

During ROM warm up exercises, instruct participants to lift arms and legs as high as comfortable and then go just a little bit higher

D

Remind participants to follow physician's recommendations for any limits or modifications of exercise

Question 12 of 29

Static stretching (holding a stretch) is best done at beginning of class to warm up muscles

A

True

B

False

Question 13 of 29

Reasons why cool down is so important

(Select all that apply)
A

builds and strengthens muscles

B

prevents dizziness and possibility of fainting

C

prevents pooling of blood in lower extremities

D

provides transition time to accommodate decrease in oxygen supply

Question 14 of 29

The benefits of cool down include

(Select all that apply)
A

return safely to a resting state

B

reduce the incidence of cardiovascular complications

C

satisfaction of a completing a successful workout

D

promote flexibility and relaxation

Question 15 of 29

It's OK to exercise with a slightly elevated body temperature. It will help the participant sweat it out

A

True

B

False

Question 16 of 29

When returning from a break from exercise, participants should resume aerobic activity at

A

a perceived exertion rating of 3 or less

B

a perceived exertion rating between 4-7

C

a perceived exertion rating higher than 7

D

whatever they feel comfortable with

Question 17 of 29

Lifting both feet of the ground at the same time is a safe way to exercise the core muscles and strengthen the back

A

True

B

False

Question 18 of 29

Teaching tips for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias

(Select all that apply)
A

provide physical prompts (such as hand-over-hand)

B

give simple directions that relate to everyday movements

C

rely on music to provide cues

D

wear brightly coloured clothing, without patterns

Question 19 of 29

Teaching tips for Arthritis

(Select all that apply)
A

move through "strain-free and pain free" range of motion

B

exercise can help alleviate the pain of rheumatoid arthritis

C

joint pain lasting longer than 2 hrs afterwards indicates exercises should be modified

D

always warm up slowly

Question 20 of 29

Teaching tips for Cerebrovascular Accident (stroke)

(Select all that apply)
A

encourage participant to only work good side and not to use the affected side

B

be aware of participants positioning

C

avoid exercises that significantly lowers the head below the heart

D

be cautious of overhead exercises that could exacerbate subluxation (due to spastic muscles)

Question 21 of 29

Teaching tips for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

(Select all that apply)
A

stop exercising if struggling to breath or having coughing attack

B

bring oxygen tank and/or puffer to class

C

give a cold drink to help breathing

D

start with short spans of exercise and gradually progress to longer periods (work up to 20-30 minutes)

Question 22 of 29

Teaching tips oronary Artery Disease

(Select all that apply)
A

remind them that consistent exercise will increase energy and endurance

B

avoid sudden movements and changes in position

C

warm up slowly

D

a hot room will help circulation

Question 23 of 29

Teaching tips for Diabetes

(Select all that apply)
A

cold environment will help circulation

B

overhead exercises are helpful to encourage blood flow to the retina

C

be aware of positioning of feet and legs

D

check blood sugar before class. If low, encourage a snack and check again

Question 24 of 29

Teaching tip for hips fractures and replacements

(Select all that apply)
A

do not bend at hip more than 90 degrees

B

avoid external rotation (pointing toes outward)

C

do not cross legs

D

seat in low chair so knees are higher than the hips

Question 25 of 29

Teaching tips for Multiple Sclerosis

(Select all that apply)
A

keep arms close to side to alleviate tremors

B

never force any stretch or movement

C

avoid having 1 muscle group do to much work

D

watch for breathing difficulties

Question 26 of 29

Teaching tips for Osteoporosis

(Select all that apply)
A

provide a careful and thorough warm up to reduce stiffness of joints

B

fast jerky movements should be avoided at all times

C

it's ok to twist and bend spine as long as you go slowly

D

encourage movements that bring shoulders back and open the chest

Question 27 of 29

Teaching tips for Parkinson's disease

(Select all that apply)
A

provide extra encouragement and positive feedback

B

repeat directions and follow up with visual demonstrations

C

encourage singing to improve ability to project voice and facial expressions

D

make sure they are keeping up and following you

Question 28 of 29

Teaching tips for sensory losses

(Select all that apply)
A

keep them seated closer to you

B

have someone work 1:1 with them to provide extra cueing

C

shout with a loud high pitched voiced

D

keep directions simple and provide exaggerated visual demonstrations

Question 29 of 29

Teaching tips for traumatic head injury (TBI)

(Select all that apply)
A

monitor to see if class is over-stimulating

B

encourage to work the affected side using strong arm help with movements

C

set them up for success and provide positive feedback

D

keep movements simple

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