CERTIFIED PULMONARY
REHABILITATION SPECIALIST EXAM
QUESTION AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026 Q&A INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. The primary goal of pulmonary rehabilitation is to
A. Cure chronic lung disease
B. Reduce need for medications
C. Improve functional capacity and quality of life
D. Normalize pulmonary function tests
Rationale: Pulmonary rehabilitation focuses on symptom reduction, improved
exercise tolerance, and enhanced quality of life rather than curing disease.
2. Which condition is the most common indication for pulmonary
rehabilitation?
A. Asthma
B. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
C. Pulmonary embolism
D. Acute pneumonia
Rationale: COPD is the most frequent diagnosis referred to pulmonary
rehabilitation programs.
3. A hallmark symptom of COPD that pulmonary rehab addresses is
A. Hemoptysis
B. Dyspnea
, C. Cyanosis
D. Chest pain
Rationale: Dyspnea is the primary limiting symptom targeted by exercise and
education.
4. Which pulmonary function test confirms airflow obstruction?
A. Increased FEV1/FVC ratio
B. Decreased FEV1/FVC ratio
C. Increased total lung capacity
D. Increased diffusion capacity
Rationale: A reduced FEV1/FVC ratio indicates obstructive lung disease.
5. The GOLD classification system is used for staging
A. Asthma severity
B. COPD severity
C. Interstitial lung disease
D. Pulmonary hypertension
Rationale: GOLD criteria classify COPD based on airflow limitation and
symptoms.
6. A common exercise modality in pulmonary rehabilitation is
A. Isometric training
B. Aerobic endurance training
C. Passive stretching only
D. Plyometric training
Rationale: Aerobic training improves cardiovascular and muscular efficiency in
pulmonary patients.
7. Recommended frequency of exercise training in pulmonary rehab is
A. Once weekly
B. Twice monthly
C. 3–5 times per week
D. Daily without rest
, Rationale: Regular moderate-frequency training yields optimal functional
improvements.
8. Oxygen saturation during exercise should generally be maintained at or
above
A. 85%
B. 88–90%
C. 92–95%
D. 100%
Rationale: Maintaining SpO₂ ≥88–90% reduces hypoxemia-related
complications.
9. The six-minute walk test primarily assesses
A. Lung volumes
B. Functional exercise capacity
C. Maximal strength
D. Resting oxygenation
Rationale: It evaluates submaximal functional capacity relevant to daily
activities.
10.Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion is used to assess
A. Oxygen saturation
B. Subjective exercise intensity
C. Lung compliance
D. Heart rhythm
Rationale: Borg scales quantify perceived exertion and dyspnea.
11.Which breathing technique reduces air trapping in COPD?
A. Rapid shallow breathing
B. Pursed-lip breathing
C. Breath holding
D. Hyperventilation
REHABILITATION SPECIALIST EXAM
QUESTION AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026 Q&A INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. The primary goal of pulmonary rehabilitation is to
A. Cure chronic lung disease
B. Reduce need for medications
C. Improve functional capacity and quality of life
D. Normalize pulmonary function tests
Rationale: Pulmonary rehabilitation focuses on symptom reduction, improved
exercise tolerance, and enhanced quality of life rather than curing disease.
2. Which condition is the most common indication for pulmonary
rehabilitation?
A. Asthma
B. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
C. Pulmonary embolism
D. Acute pneumonia
Rationale: COPD is the most frequent diagnosis referred to pulmonary
rehabilitation programs.
3. A hallmark symptom of COPD that pulmonary rehab addresses is
A. Hemoptysis
B. Dyspnea
, C. Cyanosis
D. Chest pain
Rationale: Dyspnea is the primary limiting symptom targeted by exercise and
education.
4. Which pulmonary function test confirms airflow obstruction?
A. Increased FEV1/FVC ratio
B. Decreased FEV1/FVC ratio
C. Increased total lung capacity
D. Increased diffusion capacity
Rationale: A reduced FEV1/FVC ratio indicates obstructive lung disease.
5. The GOLD classification system is used for staging
A. Asthma severity
B. COPD severity
C. Interstitial lung disease
D. Pulmonary hypertension
Rationale: GOLD criteria classify COPD based on airflow limitation and
symptoms.
6. A common exercise modality in pulmonary rehabilitation is
A. Isometric training
B. Aerobic endurance training
C. Passive stretching only
D. Plyometric training
Rationale: Aerobic training improves cardiovascular and muscular efficiency in
pulmonary patients.
7. Recommended frequency of exercise training in pulmonary rehab is
A. Once weekly
B. Twice monthly
C. 3–5 times per week
D. Daily without rest
, Rationale: Regular moderate-frequency training yields optimal functional
improvements.
8. Oxygen saturation during exercise should generally be maintained at or
above
A. 85%
B. 88–90%
C. 92–95%
D. 100%
Rationale: Maintaining SpO₂ ≥88–90% reduces hypoxemia-related
complications.
9. The six-minute walk test primarily assesses
A. Lung volumes
B. Functional exercise capacity
C. Maximal strength
D. Resting oxygenation
Rationale: It evaluates submaximal functional capacity relevant to daily
activities.
10.Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion is used to assess
A. Oxygen saturation
B. Subjective exercise intensity
C. Lung compliance
D. Heart rhythm
Rationale: Borg scales quantify perceived exertion and dyspnea.
11.Which breathing technique reduces air trapping in COPD?
A. Rapid shallow breathing
B. Pursed-lip breathing
C. Breath holding
D. Hyperventilation
