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Informed Consent - Definition

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A written statement signed by a participant prior to testing that informs him or her of testing purposes, processes, and all potential risks and discomforts.

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On-the Spot Indicators (3 total)

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  • age
  • posture
  • first-time participants
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What percentage are physically fit people less likely to develop high-risk diseases?

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25-50% less likely

i.e. heart disease and type 2 diabetes

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Type 2 Diabetes - Definition

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Most common form of diabetes; typically developed in adulthood

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Type 2 Diabetes - Characterized As

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A reduced sensitivity of the insulin target cells to available insulin

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Type 2 Diabetes - Associated With

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Obesity

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Type 2 Diabetes - AKA

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  • non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus

- Adult-onset diabetes

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Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) - Definition

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A general term of any disease of the heart, blood vessels, or circulation.
i.e. Cardiac Disease, vascular disease, and peripheral arterial disease

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Peripheral Arterial Disease - Definition

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All disease caused by the obstruction of large peripheral arteries, which can result from atherosclerosis, inflammatory processes leading to stenosis, an embolism, or thrombus formation.

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Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) - Definition

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The major form of cardiovascular disease

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Coronary Heart Disease - Result of

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The coronary arteries narrowing or occulded

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Coronary Heart Disease - Caused by

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Most commonly by atherosclerotic deposits of fibrous and fatty tissue

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Atherosclerosis - Definition

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A specific form of arteriosclerosis characterized by the accumulation of fatty material on the inner walls of the arteries, causing them to harden, thicken, and lose elasticity.

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Myocardium - Definition

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Muscle of the heart

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Ischemia - Definition

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A decrease in the blood supply to a bodily organ, tissue, or part caused by constriction or obstruction of the blood vessels.

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Myocardial Infarction (MI) - Definition

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An episode in which some of the heart’s blood supply is severely cut off or restricted, causing the heart muscle to suffer and die from lack of oxygen. Commonly known as a heart attack.

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Stroke - Definition

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A sudden and often sever attack due to blockage of an artery into the brain.

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Peripheral Heart Disease - Definition

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Circulation disorders that affect blood vessels outside of the heart and brain, most commonly of the lower extremity.

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Coronary Heart Disease - Statistic

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  • Most common cause of sudden death
  • Most common over 65
  • 10x times more common in men
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Hypertension - aka

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High blood pressure

-Elevation of resting blood pressure above 140/90 mmHg

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Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP) - Definition

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The pressure exerted by the blood on the vessel walls during ventricular contraction.

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Diastolic Blood Pressure (DBP) - Definition

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The pressure in the arteries during the relaxation phase (diastole) of the cardiac cycle, indicative of total peripheral resistance.

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Hypertension - Statistics

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  • Approx. 1 billion have it

- 70% of Americans over the age of 75

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Baroreceptors - Definition

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A sensory nerve ending that is stimulated by changes in pressure, as those in the walls of blood vessels.

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Nutrients - Definition

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A component of food needed by the body. There are six classes of nutrients: water, minerals, vitamins, fats, carbohydrates, and protein.

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Normal Blood Pressure Range

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Less than 120/80

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Prehypertension Range

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120-139/80-89

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Hypertension STAGE 1 Range

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140-159/90-99

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Hypertension STAGE 2 Range

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Greater or equal to 160/100

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Exercise Considerations for Cardiac Conditions - 1 of 4

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Emphasize the importance of self-monitoring

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Exercise Considerations for Cardiac Conditions - 2 of 4

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Avoid abruptly changing from lying down or seated to standing, which can elicit orthostatic hypotension, causing dizziness.

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Exercise Considerations for Cardiac Conditions - 3 of 4

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Avoid performing the Valsalva maneuver

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Exercise Considerations for Cardiac Conditions - 4 of 4

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Avoid performing isometric exercise, which elicits a significant rise in BP

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Orthostatic Hypotension - Definition

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A drop in blood pressure associated with rising to an upright position

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Valsalva Maneuver - Definition

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A strong exhaling effort against a closed glottis, which builds pressure in the chest cavity that interferes with the return of the blood to the heart; may deprive the brain of blood and cause light headedness or fainting.

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Isometric - Definition

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A type of muscular contraction in which the muscle is stimulated to generate tension but little or no joint movement occurs.

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Asthma - Definition

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A chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways that affects genetically susceptible individuals in response to various environmental triggers such as allergens, viral infection, exercise, cold, and stress.

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Asthma - Statistics

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  • Affects more than 25 million - 6.8 million Americans

- 25% of those suffers are children

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) - Definition

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A condition, such as asthma, bronchitis, or emphysema, in which there is chronic obstruction of air flow.

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Pulmonary Condition Exercise Goals - 1 of 6

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Improved exercise tolerance and performance

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Pulmonary Condition Exercise Goals - 2 of 6

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Alleviation of the magnitude of dyspnea

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Pulmonary Condition Exercise Goals - 3 of 6

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Improved state of mind, emotional state, and quality of life

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Pulmonary Condition Exercise Goals - 4 of 6

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Enhanced ability to perform ADLs

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Pulmonary Condition Exercise Goals - 5 of 6

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Improved gas exchange in the lungs and circulatory system

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Pulmonary Condition Exercise Goals - 6 of 6

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Improved mechanical efficiency of the anatomical structures involved in breathing (lungs, diaphragm, and inspiratory muscles)

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Exercise Induced Asthma (EIA) - Definition

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Transient and reversible airway narrowing triggered by vigorous exercise

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EIA Rates of Perceived Exertion Range

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Greater than of equal 16 on the 6-20 scale

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Steps for Managing an Asthma Attack - 1 of 4

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Rest and Relax

-at least 10 minutes

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Steps for Managing an Asthma Attack - 2 of 4

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Take Medication

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Steps for Managing an Asthma Attack - 3 of 4

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Drink Warm Liquid

  • Drink slowly
  • No cold drinks allowed
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Steps for Managing an Asthma Attack - 4 of 4

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Emergency Care

  • If having doubts
  • If lips or fingernails are turning blue or have shallow breathing
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Asthma - Exercise Guidelines - 1 of 6

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If symptoms arise, physical activity should be limited until they subside

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Asthma - Exercise Guidelines - 2 of 6

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Encourage individuals to utilize an extended warm-up and cool-down

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Asthma - Exercise Guidelines - 3 of 6

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Emphasize hydration before, during, and after exercise (to keep airways moist)

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Asthma - Exercise Guidelines - 4 of 6

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Diaphragmatic or pursed-lip breathing may be beneficial

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Asthma - Exercise Guidelines - 5 of 6

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Use RPE and the dyspnea scale to monitor exercise intensity

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Asthma - Exercise Guidelines - 6 of 6

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Limit exposure to cold, polluted, of high-allergen environments.

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Purse-Lip Breathing Technique Steps - 1 of 3

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Relax the neck and shoulder muscles

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Purse-Lip Breathing Technique Steps - 2 of 3

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Breathe in for two seconds through the nose, keeping the mouth closed

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Purse-Lip Breathing Technique Steps - 3 of 3

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Breathe out for four seconds through pursed lips (or just twice as long as you breathe in)

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Diaphragmatic Breathing Technique Steps - 1 of 3

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From the supine position, have the participants place one hand on the abdomen and one hand on the chest

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Diaphragmatic Breathing Technique Steps - 2 of 3

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Teach the participant to inspire with maximal outward movement of the abdomen

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Diaphragmatic Breathing Technique Steps - 3 of 3

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Once the participant is comfortable in the supine position, he or she can perform the technique in sitting and standing positions.

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Arthritis - Definition

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Inflammation of a joint

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Arthritis - Statistics

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Affects more than 50 million adults in the US

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Arthritis - Common Types (2 total)

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  • Osteoarthritis (OA)

- Rhematoid Arthritis (RA)

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Osteoarthritis (OA) - Definition

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A degenerative disease involving a wearing away of joint cartilage. This degenerative joint disease occurs chiefly in older persons.

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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) - Definition

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An autoimmune disease that causes inflammation of connective tissues and joints.

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Osteoarthritis (OA) -Statistics

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Approx. 85% of all arthritis cases

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Osteoarthritis (OA) - Characterized by

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A degeneration of synovial fluid which progresses into a loss of articular cartilage and the underlying subchondral bone.

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Osteoarthritis (OA) - Commonly Afflicted Bones (4 total)

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  • knee
  • hip
  • lumbar spine
  • wrist
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Osteoarthritis (OA) - Symptoms (4 total)

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  • localized joint pain
  • stiffness
  • a reduction of ROM
  • atrophy
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Synovial Fluid - Definition

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Transparent, viscous lubricating fluid found in joint cavities, bursae, and tendon sheaths.

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Articular Cartilage - Definition

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Cartilage covering the ends of the bones inside diathroidial joints; allows the ends of the bones to glide without friction.

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Subchondral Bone - Definition

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Bone structure that lies under articular cartilage and contains marrow.

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Atrophy - Definition

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A reduction in muscle size (muscle wasting) due to inactivity or immobilization.

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Benefits - 1 of 4

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Helps preserve muscle tissue

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Benefits - 2 of 4

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Improve ROM

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Benefits - 3 of 4

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Improve cardiovascular fitness

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Benefits - 4 of 4

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Maintain a healthy weight

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Guidelines - 1 of 10

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Avoid exercise during flare ups

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Guidelines - 2 of 10

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Stop exercise if joint pain is too sever

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Guidelines - 3 of 10

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Explain that a small amount of joint/muscle pain is normal but reduce volume and intensity if pain is present at higher levels 2 hours later

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Guidelines - 4 of 10

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Perform an adequate warm-up

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Guidelines - 5 of 10

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Start with light aerobic exercise to increase systemic blood flow and body temperature

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Guidelines - 6 of 10

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Dynamic flexibility exercises should be performed to enhance tissue elasticity and further increase joint lubrication

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Guidelines - 7 of 10

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Perform an adequate cool-down, gently taking the joints through their ROM

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Guidelines - 8 of 10

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Water temperatures for aquatic exercise should be between 83-88 degrees to help relax muscles and reduce pain

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Guidelines - 9 of 10

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Start with bilateral exercises and advance to unilateral exercises once strength and technique have been established

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Osteoarthritis - Exercise Guidelines - 10 of 10

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Perform activation exercises to target specific areas during the warm-up and body of the class

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Diabetes Mellitus - Definition

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A disease of carbohydrate metabolism in which an absolute or relative deficiency of insulin results in an inability to metabolize carbohydrates normally.

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Diabetes Mellitus - Statistics

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7th leading cause of death

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Diabetes Mellitus - Chronic Diseases (6 total)

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  • CVD
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Amputations
  • Blindness
  • Kidney Failure
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Pre-Diabetes - Definition

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The state in which some but not all of the diagnostic criteria for diabetes are met

i.e. blood glucose levels are higher than normal but are not high enough for a diagnosis of diabetes

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Type 1 Diabetes - Definition

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Form of diabetes caused by the destruction of the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas

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Type 1 Diabetes - Leads to

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little or no insulin secretion

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Type 1 Diabetes - Develops in

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Childhood and requires regular insulin injections

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Insulin - Definition

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A hormone released from the pancreas that allows cells to take up glucose

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Insulin Resistance - Definition

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An inability of muscle tissue to effectively use insulin, where the action of insulin is “resisted” by insulin-sensitive tissues

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Type 1 Diabetes - Glucose Danger Amount

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Without insulin glucose can reach 1,000 mg/dL or higher; resulting in diabetic coma.

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Diabetes - Benefits of Exercise - 1 of 4

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Lowering of blood glucose

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Diabetes - Benefits of Exercise - 2 of 4

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Reduction in body fat

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Diabetes - Benefits of Exercise - 3 of 4

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Cardiovascular health improvement

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Diabetes - Benefits of Exercise - 4 of 4

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Stress reduction

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Diabetes - Exercise Considerations - 1 of 2

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Proper timing of medication and nutrient consumption

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Diabetes - Exercise Considerations - 2 of 2

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Measuring blood glucose levels before and after exercise

-too many calories and too little insulin can cause hyperglycemia

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Hyperglycemia - Definition

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An abnormally high content of glucose (sugar) in the blood (above 100 mg/dL)

108
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Fatty Acid -Definition

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A long hydrocarbon chain with an even number of carbons and varying degrees of saturation with hyrogen.

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Diabetes - Exercise Considerations - 2 of 2

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Measuring blood glucose levels before and after exercise

-too many calories and too little insulin can cause hyperglycemia

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Hyperglycemia - Definition

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An abnormally high content of glucose (sugar) in the blood (above 100 mg/dL)

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Insulin Reaction (hypoglycemia) - Early Symptoms (6 total)

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  • anxiety, uneasiness
  • irritability
  • extreme hunger
  • confusion
  • headaches
  • insomia
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Hypoglycemia - Definition

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A deficiency of glucose in the blood commonly caused by too much insulin, too little glucose, or too much exercise.

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Insulin Reaction (hypoglycemia) - Response - 1 of 9

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Stop the activity immediately

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Insulin Reaction (hypoglycemia) - Response - 2 of 9

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Have the person sit down and check his or her blood glucose level

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Insulin Reaction (hypoglycemia) - Response - 3 of 9

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Have the participant drink orange juice or some other rapidly absorbing carbohydrate

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Insulin Reaction (hypoglycemia) - Response - 4 of 9

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Allow the individual to sit quietly and wait for a response

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Insulin Reaction (hypoglycemia) - Response - 5 of 9

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When the participant feels better, check the blood glucose level again

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Insulin Reaction (hypoglycemia) - Response - 6 of 9

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If the blood glucose level is above 100 mg/dL and the participant feels better, resume activity

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Insulin Reaction (hypoglycemia) - Response - 7 of 9

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Check blood glucose level after 15-30 minutes to reassure that levels are within a safe range

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Insulin Reaction (hypoglycemia) - Response - 8 of 9

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Do not allow the participants to leave the facility until blood glucose levels are within a normal range

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Insulin Reaction (hypoglycemia) - Response - 9 of 9

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If the participant does not improve, seek medical attention immediately

122
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High Glycemic Index - Action

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Breaks down rapidly, causing a large glucose spike

123
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Low Glycemic Index - Action

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Breaks down slowly, causing a smaller increase in blood glucose

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Foods with High Glycemic Index - (5 total)

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Greater or equal to 70

  • White bread
  • Corn flakes
  • Graham crackers
  • Dried fruit
  • Instant white rice
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Foods with Medium Glycemic Index - (5 total)

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Between 56-79

  • rye bread
  • shredded wheat
  • ice cream
  • blue berries
  • refined pasta
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Foods with Low Glycemic Index - (5 total)

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Less than or equal to 55

  • pumpernickel bread
  • all bran
  • plain yogurt
  • strawberries
  • oatmeal
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Safety Tips for Persons with Diabetes - 1 of 10

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Optimal timing of exercise periods in relation to meals and insulin dosage

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Safety Tips for Persons with Diabetes - 2 of 10

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Blood glucose levels should remain between 100-200 mg/dL 1 - 2 hours after a meal

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Safety Tips for Persons with Diabetes - 3 of 10

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Insulin may need to be reduced 10-50% when starting an exercise program

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Safety Tips for Persons with Diabetes - 4 of 10

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If blood glucose is lower than 100 mg/dL consume a rapid absorbing carbohydrate to increase blood glucose

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Safety Tips for Persons with Diabetes - 5 of 10

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If blood glucose is greater than 300 mg/dL before exercise make sure insulin or oral hypoglycemic is taken

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Safety Tips for Persons with Diabetes - 6 of 10

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No participant should be allowed to exercise if his or her blood glucose level does not fall to a safe range before exercise

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Safety Tips for Persons with Diabetes - 7 of 10

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Teach participants to check for foot ulcers frequently and seek medical attention if one is found

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Safety Tips for Persons with Diabetes - 8 of 10

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Check blood glucose at the end of the exercise session to make sure the person does not become hyperglycemic

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Safety Tips for Persons with Diabetes - 9 of 10

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Make sure the participant is well-hydrated and drinking water frequently during exercise - especially in hot environments

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Safety Tips for Persons with Diabetes - 10 of 10

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Take care of their foot due to neuropathy. Check for cuts, blisters, and signs of infection. Wear proper shoes and socks during Pilates and yoga to prevent infections.

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