What type of risk does the Health Screening Questionnaire (HSQ) identify?

The Health Screening Questionnaire (HSQ) is specifically designed to assess an individual's risk of cardiovascular, metabolic, and pulmonary diseases. It collects critical information about the participant’s health history, lifestyle factors, and any symptoms they may experience, allowing fitness professionals to screen for risk factors associated with these serious health conditions.

Cardiovascular disease risk involves factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and family history, while metabolic issues might include insulin resistance or diabetes. Pulmonary risks relate to diseases affecting the lungs and respiratory system, such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). By identifying these risks, trainers can create more effective and safer exercise programs tailored to the individual's health status.

Other options focus on areas that may not be explicitly assessed by the HSQ. Muscular injuries pertain to physical strains and overuse, which the HSQ does not primarily evaluate. Joint pain and discomfort are not directly assessed, and psychological conditions, while important, are typically outside the primary scope of the HSQ's focus on physical health risks.