RPE Scale Flashcards
1
Q
When exercising with patients who are on beta-blockers it is important to use what scale other than HR to determine intensity?
A
RPE / Borg Scale
2
Q
What does score 9 correspond with?
A
Very Light Exercise
- such as walking slowly at their own pace
3
Q
What does score 13 on the scale correspond with
A
Somewhat Hard
- Still feels okay to continue
4
Q
What does score 17 on the scale correspond with?
A
Very Hard
Healthy person can still go on, but needs a lot of pushing
5
Q
What does score 19 on the scale correspond with?
A
Extremely Strenuous
Most strenuous exercise ever experienced
6
Q
RPE Scale and How it Relates with HR max?
A
Start at 9 RPE being 50% HR max
- Add 5% for every number increase
7
Q
What is the Scale Range for the Borg RPE Scale
A
6 - 20
6: No exertion at all
20: Maximal Exertion
