Lab Submax Testing

Question 1

What does data from submax testing allow for?

Answer 1

Data points from sub max testing allows for linear extrapolation of an estimation for HRmax and VO2max.

Question 2

True or false? It is ok to continue testing if the patient feels unwell as long as all vital signs are normal.

Answer 2

False: Testing should be stopped immediately if patient answers that they are feeling poorly/abnormal

Question 3

List at least 3 possible symptoms of angina to look out for during testing.

Answer 3

-Heavy Pressure in Chest
-Jaw or Neck Pain
-Dizziness
-Excess Sweating
-Nausea
-Shortness of breath
-Abnormally high heart rate

Question 4

What are the two Watts equivalent equations?

Answer 4

W = RPM x KP
W = (kgm/min)/6.12

Question 5

Identify the two downsides to Cycle Ergometry testing.

Answer 5

-Fatigue due to unfamiliar work mode
-Subject must concentrate on holding pace Vs treadmill that can be set to speed

Question 6

True or false? The units of Kilopond (Kp) and Kilogram (Kg) are nearly synonymous therefore interchangeable.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

A SSHR can be recorded if it is within __BPM of last recorded HR with a monitor, or within ___BPM if palpating.

Answer 7

1.) 5
2.) 6

Question 8

The YMCA sub max test compares the relationship between what two variables?

Answer 8

Heart Rate and workload

Question 9

For Astrand testing, what is the conversion rate of Watts to Kp?

Answer 9

25Watts = 0.5Kp

Question 10

A graph that compares HR response to VO2 describes which submax test?

Answer 10

Bruce Treadmill Test

Question 11

Why must Bruce use VO2 as a compared variable if Speed and Grade are the given variables?

Answer 11

There is no unit that can combine the relationship between speed and grade universally.