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Symptomatic

What the person feels and reports

Asymptomatic

The person feels completely normal; no complaints or symptoms are present

Signs

objective findings that are observed/measured

Diagnosis

The formal medical label given to the condition

Who can paticipate in PA without medical clearance

Active people with no known CV issues or signs/symptons

Unactive people with no known CV issues or signs/symptons can start at light to moderate

Who needs medical cleararnce to participate in PA

Anyone with ANY sign/symptoms of CV, matabolic or renal disease

Medical clearance

Autghorization from a qualified healthcare professional that allows a individual to participate in exercise

MET values for light exercise

< 3

MET values for moderate exercise

3-6

MET values for vigorous exercise

>6

What are the factors associalted with causing musculoskeletal injuries

Intensity, physical contact, fitness level

Where are the most common musculoskeletal injuries

Knee, foot, ankle

What is the preparticipation health screening process based on

On current physical, known cardiovascular disease, sign/symptoms

What is the purpose of the Informed Consent Form?

Makes sure the client knwos and understands purpose and risks associated with the exercise test or program

Physical Activity

Anytghing that involves movement

Physical Fitness

A set of measurable characteristics related to a individuals ability to perform physical activity and not be fatigued

Exercise

A subcategory of physical activity that is planned, structured, repetitive, and purposive

Normal Blood Pressure

120/80

What are the conditions where a health practitioner should recommend an individual to seek medical clearance, regardless of regular exercise participation

Having signs/symptoms of cardiovascular, metabolic or rnal disease