Rehabilitation and Therapy Cardiac Rehabilitation 3

Question 1

Which psychological condition is most commonly identified in patients undergoing cardiac rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Depression and anxiety

Answer

Depression and anxiety affect 30–40% of cardiac rehabilitation patients and significantly impact adherence, outcomes, and long-term quality of life.

Question 2

When is it generally considered safe for a cardiac rehabilitation patient to resume sexual activity after a myocardial infarction?

Accepted Answer

When the patient can climb two flights of stairs without symptoms

Answer

The ability to climb two flights of stairs without symptoms represents approximately 4–5 METs of exertion, which corresponds to the energy demands of sexual activity.

Question 3

Which dietary modification is most important for cardiac rehabilitation patients with hyperlipidemia?

Accepted Answer

Reduce saturated fat and trans fat intake

Answer

Reducing saturated and trans fat intake lowers LDL cholesterol, directly reducing atherosclerotic plaque formation and the risk of recurrent cardiovascular events.

Question 4

What is the primary long-term benefit of maintaining an exercise program in Phase IV cardiac rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Sustained reduction in cardiovascular mortality and morbidity

Answer

Long-term exercise maintenance in Phase IV provides a sustained reduction in cardiovascular mortality and morbidity, including reduced risk of recurrent myocardial infarction.

Question 5

Which commonly prescribed cardiac medication blunts the heart rate response to exercise and must be accounted for when prescribing exercise intensity?

Accepted Answer

Beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol)

Answer

Beta-blockers reduce the heart rate response to exercise, so heart-rate-based exercise targets must be adjusted downward or replaced with RPE-based targets for patients on these medications.

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Rehabilitation and Therapy Cardiac Rehabilitation 3