Chapter 5 review

What is a graded exercise test (GXT)?

• a MAX exercise test of CONSTANT intensity

• an exercise test of DECLINING intensity

• an exercise test of PROGRESSIVE intensity

• An exercise test that can ONLY be done by a doctor

In the context of exercise testing and prescription, finish the sentence:

Risk Stratification is an assessment of...

• risk FACTORS as they apply to clearance for moderate and vigorous exercise

• risky BEHAVIORS as they apply to clearance for moderate and vigorous exercise

• risk factors only for HEALTHY populations

• risk factors that prohibits exercise for anyone with at least ONE health risk factor.

During a graded exercise test (GXT), many variables will be assessed. From the list below, which one is NOT collected during GXT?

• Rating of Perceived Exertion

• Heart Rate

• Blood Pressure

• Electrocardiogram

• Pain Scale Rating

What is hypertension?

• High blood pressure once it has reached 110 / 75

• High Blood pressure once it has reached 120 / 80

• High blood pressure once it has reached 130 / 85

• High blood pressure once it has reached 140 / 90

What neuromuscular disease is auto immune, in which the immune system attacks neurons in the brain and spinal cord by damaging the myelin sheaths that aid in transmitting neural impulses?

• Cerebral Palsy

• Muscular Dystrophy

• Multiple Sclerosis

• Focal Dystonia