NSG 5002 WEEK 2 QUIZ – QUESTION AND ANSWERS

What three conditions definitely alter the results of echocardiography in determining CAD? Your patient has a maximum age-predicted heart rate of 180. During the exercise he reaches a heart rate of 140 and then states he can no longer exercise. You see evidence of ischemic changes on the ECG. This would be predictive of what condition? What purpose does the principle of fidelity serve in the provider/patient relationship? A 55-year old man is referred to your clinic. He has been sedentary all of his life, is gaining weight and wishes to get into better physical shape. He has never had any chest pain or shortness of breath when walking or climbing a flight of stairs. Before recommending a vigorous exercise routine for this patient, you order what test?