Cardiac Rehab Flashcards
1
Q
Who is cardiac rehab suitable for
A
Coronary heart disease patients: MI, angina, heart failure
After surgery: CABG etc
2
Q
Who leads the sessions (3)
A
Cardiac nurse, physio, dieticians
Based in hospital in case of complications
3
Q
Aims of cardiac rehab
A
Reduce risk of further issues
Increase knowledge of condition
Promote full and normal lifestyle
4
Q
Concerns patients may have
A
Fear of overexertion
Fear of death
Stress and anxiety from previous issue
5
Q
What measurements are taken during exercise(3)
A
Heart trace with ecg wires
Pulse oximetry
Blood pressure
6
Q
How are outcomes assessed (3)
A
Functional exercise e.g 6 min walk test
Borg breathlessness scale
Rate of perceived exhaustion
