Acsm - Cep Study Guide Graded A+

What should you do if the pt has a hypertensive response during an exe test? {Ans: If SBP > 250 mmHg and/or DBP > 115 mmHg, then this is a relative indication to stop the test}Light intensity RPE {Ans: RPE 9-11}what disease is associated with the name "pink puffers" {Ans: Emphysema due to dyspnea and normal resting Oâ‚‚ and COâ‚‚ pressures}how does strength training help with COPD? {Ans: it reduces sarcopenia, and increased endurance and functional strength; indirectly improves respiratory muscles and potentially improves posture with pulling movements}Pt case: resting EF = 37% CHF ST segment depression = 2 mm BP decreases with increased WL what risk category according to AACVRP? {Ans: high}What should you do if the pt has sustained ventricular tachycardia during an exe test? {Ans: Stop, this is an absolute indication to end the test}