Exercise Prescription and Rehabilitation Considerations for Older Adults: Summary 84
134. Which of the following is NOT an aerobic exercise contraindication? a. Unstable angina b. Uncontrolled symptomatic heart failure c. Acute systemic infection that is symptomatic d. Systolic blood pressure is >150 mmHg at rest 135. Your patient’s blood pressure increases to 260 mmHg with exercise. What is the recommended course of action? a. Proceed with treatment/exercise but monitor vital signs closely b. Send the patient home with instructions to lie down and hydrate c. Terminate exercise and notify the patient's physician d. Continue with only aerobic exercise but not any resistance training 136. There are many factors that impact prognosis in older adults who have impaired aerobic capacity. Which of the following is one of them? a. Decline in functional independence b. Social support c. Social determinants of health d. All of the above are factors that impact prognosis
137. Your patient has impaired aerobic capacity and multiple medical conditions that require her to only perform non-weight-bearing and nonimpact exercises. Which of the following modes of exercise would be the best choice for her? a. Walking b. Swimming c. Leg cycle ergometry d. Stepping 138. Energy conservation is a key component of treatment in those with impaired aerobic capacity. Which of the following is NOT an appropriate instruction for an individual with impaired aerobic capacity? a. Maintain good posture and body mechanics b. Prioritize daily activities c. Stand for as many tasks as possible to increase activity tolerance d. Avoid bending down and reaching overhead
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