MPT Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy

Question 1

Which scale is commonly used to rate perceived exertion during cardiopulmonary rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Borg RPE Scale

Answer

Visual Analog Scale

Answer

Modified Ashworth Scale

Answer

DASH Scale

Question 2

The 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) is used to assess:

Accepted Answer

Submaximal functional exercise capacity

Answer

Maximum aerobic capacity (VO2 max)

Answer

Pulmonary function volumes

Answer

Cardiac output at rest

Question 3

Which breath sound indicates secretion accumulation in the larger airways?

Accepted Answer

Coarse crackles (rhonchi)

Answer

Fine crackles

Answer

Wheeze

Answer

Stridor

Question 4

What is the target oxygen saturation range for most patients during cardiopulmonary physical therapy?

Accepted Answer

≥95%

Answer

85–89%

Answer

90–95%

Answer

100%

Question 5

Pursed-lip breathing is used primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Slow exhalation and reduce air trapping in COPD

Answer

Increase respiratory rate

Answer

Strengthen inspiratory muscles

Answer

Increase tidal volume immediately

Question 6

Phase II cardiac rehabilitation typically begins:

Accepted Answer

Shortly after hospital discharge, as outpatient supervised exercise

Answer

During acute hospitalization (days 1–3 post-MI)

Answer

One year after a cardiac event

Answer

Only after coronary artery bypass surgery