CCT Study Guide 2026
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📋 CCT Exam Format at a Glance
📚 CCT Topics to Study (21)
✍️ Sample CCT Questions & Answers
1. A Holter monitor is best used to detect:
Holter monitors provide 24–48 hours of continuous ECG recording, making them ideal for correlating symptoms with transient arrhythmias in ambulatory patients.
2. What MET level is generally considered safe for most discharge activities after an uncomplicated myocardial infarction?
Activities of 3-5 METs, such as slow walking and light household tasks, are generally appropriate at hospital discharge after an uncomplicated MI.
3. The original Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale ranges from:
The original Borg RPE scale ranges from 6 to 20, where 6 represents no exertion and 20 represents maximal exertion, values that roughly correspond to heart rate when multiplied by 10.
4. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) principle applies to ALL CCT certified professionals regardless of their specific role?
Regardless of experience level, PPE must be properly fitted, regularly maintained, and replaced when worn or damaged.
5. What is the typical target heart rate range recommended during Phase II cardiac rehabilitation?
Phase II cardiac rehabilitation targets 60-80% of heart rate reserve using the Karvonen formula to achieve cardiovascular conditioning while maintaining patient safety.
6. When assessment results for a Certified Cardiac Technician evaluation are inconclusive, the BEST practice is to:
Inconclusive results require additional assessment using alternative methods for triangulation.