NASM CPT Exam Flash Cards - Section 1: Professional Development and Responsibility

Vocabulary practice flashcards covering health indicators, chronic conditions, scope of practice, marketing principles, SWOT analysis, and credential renewal requirements from Section 1 (Chapters 1 and 2) of the NASM CPT Exam Study Guide.

Evidence-Based Practice

The conscientious use of current best evidence in making decisions about patient or client care.

Optimum Performance Training (OPT) Model

NASM's proprietary approach to exercise training, developed with evidence-based practice as a core guiding philosophy.

Acute Disease

Any suddenly occurring medical condition that can be treated and healed in a short period of time.

Chronic Disease

A medical condition that persists without quickly going away or being cured altogether.

Overweight and Obesity

A body weight that is greater than what is considered normal or healthy for a certain height, specifically due to excess body fat.

Cardiovascular Disease

A broad term describing numerous problems of the heart and blood vessels, including stroke, heart attacks, heart failure, heart valve problems, and arrhythmias.

Hypertension

Consistently elevated blood pressure; one of the primary risk factors for heart disease and stroke, which are the global leading causes of death.

Cholesterol

A waxy substance found in the blood that is made up of a combination of protein and fatty acids.

Diabetes

A disease in which blood glucose levels are too high, with glucose originating from the foods consumed.

Insulin

A hormone produced by the pancreas that helps glucose get into cells to provide energy for work.

Cancer

An abnormal growth of cells that can result from a wide range of genetic and environmental factors.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

An umbrella term for lung diseases characterized by increased breathlessness, airflow limitation, and accelerated decline of lung function.

Ankle Sprain

An injury that occurs when a person rolls, twists, or turns an ankle, resulting in the stretching or tearing of ligaments.

Plantar Fasciitis

A condition that causes pain in the plantar fascia tissue located on the underside of the foot.

Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex (LPHC)

An anatomical structure commonly referred to as the 'core' that connects the upper and lower halves of a person's body; composed of the lumbar spine (low-back area), pelvis, abdomen, and hip musculoskeletal structures.

Body Mass Index (BMI) Classifications

Categories measuring weight relative to height: Underweight ($<18.5$), Healthy weight ($18.5 - 24.9$), Overweight ($25 - 29.9$), Obese ($30 - 34.9$), Obese II ($35 - 39.9$), and Obese III ($\ge 40$).

Normal Blood Pressure

A healthy reading of less than $120/80\,\text{mm Hg}$.

Elevated Blood Pressure

A systolic reading between $120$ and $129\,\text{mm Hg}$ and diastolic less than $80\,\text{mm Hg}$.

Stage 1 Hypertension

A reading with systolic between $130$ and $139\,\text{mm Hg}$ or diastolic between $80$ and $89\,\text{mm Hg}$.

Stage 2 Hypertension

A reading with systolic of $140\,\text{mm Hg}$ or higher or diastolic of $90\,\text{mm Hg}$ or higher.

Hypertensive Crisis

A reading with systolic greater than $180\,\text{mm Hg}$ and/or diastolic greater than $120\,\text{mm Hg}$.

Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) Cholesterol

• bad cholesterol

• constitutes plaque that clogs arteries

• increases cardiovascular disease risk

• ideal levels less than $100\,\text{mg/dL}$.

High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Cholesterol

• good cholesterol

• does not clog arteries

• aids in removing LDL cholesterol from the body

• target levels around $60\,\text{mg/dL}$.

Type 1 Diabetes

A typically genetic form of diabetes where the pancreas does not produce enough insulin (or none at all), preventing glucose from entering cells and causing blood sugar to rise.

Type 2 Diabetes

A metabolic condition where the body produces insulin, but cells become resistant to it due to chronic overconsumption of carbohydrates (specifically sugar).

Insulin Resistance

A state in which cells stop responding to insulin after being continually exposed to excess levels trying to deliver more glucose than the cells can utilize.

Independent Contractor

A fitness professional who establishes their own pay rates and retains the full amount, but must account for operational expenses, insurance costs, and taxes.

Selling (Fitness Services)

• uncovering client needs and presenting solutions by asking a prospective client to make a commitment to an exercise program to enhance their health, wellness, and fitness.

Forecasting

Techniques utilized to predict the number of clients that must be serviced in order to attain a desired annual financial goal.

Marketing

The process of communicating how a specific product or service will meet the wants and needs of a potential client.

Four Ps of Marketing

A foundational marketing model comprising: Product (communicating benefits), Price (identifying a competitive cost), Promotion (determining communication channels), and Place (selecting distribution methods).

Strengths (SWOT Analysis)

Internal competitive advantages such as education, earned certifications, employer brand identity, or experience working with specific client populations that help establish a brand identity.

Weaknesses (SWOT Analysis)

• Internal areas limiting performance

• When honestly assessed, identify growth opportunities.

Opportunities (SWOT Analysis)

External avenues for professional growth or business expansion, such as coaching group workout programs or completing workshops to gain specialized knowledge.

Threats (SWOT Analysis)

External factors that may negatively impact business, including general economic downturns, internal health club competition, or rival business expansions.

Continuing Education Units (CEU) Recertification Requirement

The requirement of earning $2.0\,\text{CEUs}$ every $2$ years to maintain the NASM-CPT credential, consisting of $1.9\,\text{CEUs}$ from continuing education and $0.1\,\text{CEU}$ from CPR/AED renewal.