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What are the essential components of an initial assessment in a cardiac rehabilitation program?
What are the essential components of an initial assessment in a cardiac rehabilitation program?
Socio-demographic information, clinical history, exercise capacity, lifestyle risk factors, psychosocial health, and medications.
What is the primary goal of discussing diet with a CR participant?
What is the primary goal of discussing diet with a CR participant?
To understand the CR participant's current eating habits and provide personalized advice that is sensitive to culture, needs, socio-economic status, and capabilities.
What is the primary goal of educating CR participants about self-management strategies?
What is the primary goal of educating CR participants about self-management strategies?
To equip participants with skills to manage their condition and adopt healthy behaviors.
What model should be used to provide a brief intervention for smoking cessation to CR participants who smoke?
What model should be used to provide a brief intervention for smoking cessation to CR participants who smoke?
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What is the purpose of medication education in a cardiac rehabilitation program?
What is the purpose of medication education in a cardiac rehabilitation program?
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What should be assessed at the beginning and end of the CR program using a validated tool?
What should be assessed at the beginning and end of the CR program using a validated tool?
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What is the focus of the exercise and physical activity component in a cardiac rehabilitation program?
What is the focus of the exercise and physical activity component in a cardiac rehabilitation program?
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What should be included in the post-program assessment at a minimum?
What should be included in the post-program assessment at a minimum?
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What are some of the key risk factors that CR participants should be educated about self-managing or preventing?
What are some of the key risk factors that CR participants should be educated about self-managing or preventing?
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What should be provided to the participant, their general practitioner, and cardiologist at the completion of the program?
What should be provided to the participant, their general practitioner, and cardiologist at the completion of the program?
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What is the importance of setting achievable goals in a cardiac rehabilitation program?
What is the importance of setting achievable goals in a cardiac rehabilitation program?
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What should be discussed with CR participants who are excessive drinkers?
What should be discussed with CR participants who are excessive drinkers?
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