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Question | Answer |
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What are the contraindications for performing an exercise test | HR > 120 @ rest, 2 days s/p MI, unstable angina, uncontrolled or new arrythymia, active or decompinsated HF, acute fever, acute myocarditis/pericarditis. Tachy/Brady. Severe HypoTN SBP <90, HTN SBP >180 or DBP > 100 |
What is the cut off point for DBP when exercise testing is contraindicated? | DBP > 100 |
What is the cut off point for SBP when exercise testing is contraindicated? | SBP < 90 or > 180 |
How many days after an MI is it ok to perform an exercise test? | >2 |
what HRmax is used for submax testing | 85% |
When should you stop an exercise test - HR | HR > 85% max or no increase with increased intensity |
When should you stop an exercise test - SBP | SBP drops > 10 or does not rise with increased intensity |