week 8: submax exercise testing cont.

Question 1

6-minute walk test

Answer 1

primarily used to assess individuals with COPD, heart failure and healthy older and elderly populations
- a measure of functional status that represents the capacity to carry out ambulatory activities of daily living

Question 2

6-minute walk test advantages

Answer 2

• simple, inexpensive
• corresponds to a functional activity of daily living
• can be used with a wide population with various diagnoses
• standard time rather than predetermined distance may provide better test of endurance
• allows participants to set their own pace and stop if necessary

Question 3

6-minute walk test disadvantages

Answer 3

• requires 2 practice tests
• inability to monitor BP during test

Question 4

single stage submax treadmill walking test advantages

Answer 4

• suitable for people with various diagnoses
• familiar activity
• single stage

Question 5

single stage submax treadmill walking test disadvantages

Answer 5

• based on HR therefore, factors that affect HR must be controlled

Question 6

astrand-rhyming cycle ergometry test advantages

Answer 6

• set pedal rate (50rpm) predetermined workload
• short test

Question 7

astrand-rhyming cycle ergometry test disadvantages

Answer 7

• underestimates VO2 for men
• overestimates VO2 for women
• may be limited by LE discomfort rather than CV status

Question 8

why is choosing the right test important

Answer 8

• inappropriate test selection may lead to under-stressing or overstressing the client
• the goal of the test should be to produce a sufficient level of exercise stress without physiologic or biomechanical strain

Question 9

things to consider when choosing the right test (8)

Answer 9

• has it been validated for the specific population
• effect of a persons condition on daily function and ability
• cognitive status
• age
• weight
• mobility, use of orthotics or prosthetics, balance, gait
• current level of pain
• clients goals