What cardiorespiratory fitness test would be best to use for a person with chronic knee problems?

What will be an ideal response?


From a practical standpoint, a test the person can perform. The 12-Minute Swim or Astrand-Ryhming Tests are possibilities. None of the standard tests, however, would be valid to compare the subject's data to normal-kneed persons. The test would have value as a test and retest, to show improvement.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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An LPN is caring for a client at the long-term care facility who has a history of heart failure and routinely takes furosemide (Lasix). The nurse will be most concerned by which of the following assessment findings?

A. The client has a urinary output of 1,900 mL in 24 hours. B. The client's blood pressure is 124/68 mmHg. C. The client's apical pulse is irregular. D. The client has gained 3 pounds in 2 weeks.

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When administering a liquid medication to a person who is unable to drink from a cup, it may be necessary to _________.

a.  use a syringe b.  use an NG tube c.  pour the medication from the cup into the patient’s mouth d.  have the order changed to an injection

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Conduct of a sexual nature is harassment if it

A. affects employment decisions. B. interferes with work performance. C. creates a hostile environment. D. affects employment decisions and interferes with work performance. E. All of these choices are correct.

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