NPTE-PTA Cardiopulmonary System 2

Question 1

Which of the following is an absolute contraindication to aerobic exercise?

Accepted Answer

Unstable angina

Answer

Controlled hypertension

Answer

Resting heart rate of 95 bpm

Answer

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Question 2

Normal resting respiratory rate for an adult is:

Accepted Answer

12–20 breaths/min

Answer

6–10 breaths/min

Answer

22–28 breaths/min

Answer

30–35 breaths/min

Question 3

The 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) primarily measures:

Accepted Answer

Functional exercise capacity and endurance

Answer

Maximal aerobic capacity (VO2 max)

Answer

Muscle strength

Answer

Balance and coordination

Question 4

A patient with COPD demonstrates barrel chest. This is caused by:

Accepted Answer

Air trapping from obstructed airways causing hyperinflation

Answer

Decreased lung compliance

Answer

Pleural effusion

Answer

Pulmonary fibrosis

Question 5

Which incentive spirometry technique encourages maximum inspiration?

Accepted Answer

Sustained maximal inspiration (SMI)

Answer

Pursed lip breathing

Answer

Diaphragmatic breathing

Answer

Forced expiratory technique

Question 6

Which medication class used in cardiac patients can blunt the heart rate response to exercise?

Accepted Answer

Beta-blockers

Answer

ACE inhibitors

Answer

Diuretics

Answer

Calcium channel blockers