HSCI 10068 Cardiac Rehabilitation Science: Test 2 Overview

A series of flashcards summarizing key vocabulary and concepts from the HSCI 10068 Cardiac Rehabilitation Science course, focused on test preparation.

Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET)

A maximal exercise test using gas exchange analysis to assess cardiorespiratory fitness.

Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE)

A subjective scale to measure the intensity of exercise, guiding patients towards maximal effort.

Six-Minute Walk Test (6 MWT)

A clinical exercise test measuring a patient’s aerobic capacity over six minutes.

Get Up and Go Test

A mobility assessment that evaluates a person’s independence and risk of falls.

Anaerobic Threshold (AT)

The point during exercise at which lactic acid starts to accumulate in the muscles.

Risk Stratification

The process of identifying an individual’s risk for cardiovascular disease events.

Cardiovascular (CV) health

A measure of the health of the heart and blood vessels, influenced by fitness and lifestyle.

Duke Treadmill Score (DTS)

A score used to determine cardio fitness based on exercise stress tests.

Psychosocial Risk Factors

Elements such as depression, anxiety, and social isolation that increase CVD risk.

Ventilatory Efficiency (VE/VCO2)

A measure of how effectively ventilation increases in relation to carbon dioxide production.

Oxygen Pulse (VO2/HR)

Represents oxygen extracted per heartbeat, indirectly indicating stroke volume.

Peak VO2

The highest amount of oxygen consumed during exercise, indicating aerobic fitness.

Normal SpO2

A normal oxygen saturation level, typically ≥95% at rest and during exercise.

Metabolic Fitness Score

A score indicating the risk of cardiovascular events based on metabolic health factors.

Portfolio Diet

A diet emphasizing cholesterol-lowering foods, shown to reduce LDL cholesterol significantly.

Psychological Treatment Options

Interventions such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and pharmacological treatments for stress.

Chronic Stress

Long-term stress that can lead to negative health outcomes, including cardiovascular diseases.

Healthy Coping Strategies

Methods to manage stress, including exercise, relaxation techniques, and social support.

Nutrition Recommendations for CVD

Guidelines emphasizing a nutrient-dense, fiber-rich diet to manage cardiovascular health.

Normal Exercise Response Parameters

Expected physiological responses during exercise, such as linear increases in VO2 and HR.

Factors Affecting VO2max

Genetic, age, sex, body composition, and training status characteristics influencing aerobic capacity.

Risk Factors for Hypertension

Lifestyle elements like sodium intake and obesity contributing to elevated blood pressure.

Cardiometabolic Fitness

A measure of the effectiveness of the cardiovascular and metabolic systems.

Stress Management Techniques

Methods for reducing stress, including mindfulness, exercise, and professional support.

Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP)

The pressure in the arteries during the contraction of the heart muscle.

Heart Rate Reserve

The difference between resting heart rate and maximal heart rate, indicating exercise capacity.

Heart-Healthy Foods

Foods that are beneficial for cardiovascular health, often plant-based and low in saturated fat.

Exercise Phase of CPET

The phase during which workload increases gradually until the patient reaches exhaustion.

Recovery Phase of CPET

The period following maximal exercise when the patient cools down and recovers.

Normal Ventilatory Response

A normal increase in ventilation corresponding to exercise intensity.

Angina Index

A scoring system for evaluating the degree of chest pain experienced during exercise.

Sleep and CV Health

The relationship indicating that adequate sleep can improve cardiovascular health outcomes.

Quality of Life and CVD

The connection between cardiovascular health and overall quality of life indicators.

Clinical Assessment Tools

Tools and questionnaires used to evaluate psychosocial risk factors in cardiac patients.

Submaximal Exercise Testing

Tests designed to evaluate fitness without requiring maximal effort from the patient.

Impact of Nutrition on CV Health

The influence of dietary choices on risk factors like dyslipidemia and hypertension.

Statin Medications

Cholesterol-lowering drugs that can be compared to dietary approaches in effectiveness.

Exercise Prescription

Guidelines detailing the type, intensity, frequency, and duration of exercise for patients.