5 Questions
What is the primary purpose of exercise testing in a cardiac rehabilitation program?
To determine maximal exercise capacity
What is functional capacity in the context of cardiac rehabilitation?
The ability to undertake physically demanding activities of daily living
What information does the 6-min walk test not provide?
Specific information on the function of each different organ and system involved in exercise
Which walk test evaluates the global and integrated responses of all systems involved during exercise?
6-min walk test
What is a key component of evaluating the impact of a cardiac rehabilitation program?
$Maximal$ $exercise$ $testing$
Learn about the key component of exercise testing in cardiac rehabilitation programs, traditionally conducted on a treadmill or bicycle ergometer to determine maximal exercise capacity and for diagnosis, prognostication and exercise prescription.
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