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ACSM 030-444 Exam - Topic 5 Question 23 Discussion

Actual exam question for ACSM's 030-444 exam

Question #: 23
Topic #: 5

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Initial training sessions for a person with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease most likely would NOT include

AContinuous cycling activity at 70% ofVo max for 30 minutes.

BUse of dyspnea scales, RPE scales, and pursed-lip breathing instruction.

CIntermittent bouts of activity on a variety of modalities (exercise followed by short rest).

DEncouraging the client to achieve an intensity either at or above the anaerobic threshold.

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Suggested Answer: A

by Craig at May 01, 2026, 03:17 PM

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Malinda

5 hours ago

Surprised that anyone would suggest A or D for COPD patients!

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Carlee

5 days ago

I agree, D is also a no-go. They shouldn't push that hard.

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Candra

11 days ago

Definitely not A! That's way too intense for someone with COPD.

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Velda

16 days ago

I recall that using dyspnea scales is essential for monitoring, so B seems safe. I think A is definitely not suitable for initial training.

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Nada

2 months ago

I practiced a similar question where the focus was on pacing and rest for COPD, so I lean towards A or D being the least appropriate.

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Gianna

2 months ago

I’m not entirely sure, but I feel like D could also be a possibility since pushing them to anaerobic levels seems risky.

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Celeste

2 months ago

I remember studying that for COPD patients, we should avoid high-intensity continuous exercise, so I think A might be the right answer.

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