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71. What affect does supine hypotensive syndrome have on exercising during pregnancy?
  1. It causes increased blood pressure due to greater blood volume.
  2. It requires cessation of supine positioned exercises.
  3. It increases risk of overtraining.
  4. It decreases risk of syncope.
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72. What effect can medications such as beta-blockers have on cardiovascular response, especially in seniors?
  1. Diminished lung capacity
  2. Lower maximum heart rate
  3. Increased chance of blood clots in the lung
  4. Increased rate of cardiovascular fatigue
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73. What is thought to be the most effective way to reduce sports-related injuries in adolescents?
  1. Eliminate sports under the age of 12, or the onset of puberty.
  2. Spend more time practicing sport-specific maneuvers.
  3. Participate in 6-8 weeks of conditioning before sports begin.
  4. Always remember to stretch before activities commence.
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74. Which of the following will result in an increase in body weight?
  1. Positive energy balance
  2. Negative energy balance
  3. Positive resting metabolic rate
  4. Adipose tissue
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75. What is a generally safe recommendation for weight loss goals over time?
  1. A very low calorie diet will achieve weigh loss goals more quickly and inexpensively.
  2. An overall weight loss of 10% in the first month shows great success and will motivate the client to continue.
  3. Overall weight loss of 10% over 6 months time
  4. Overall weight loss of 10% per month
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