Nursing Care Related to the
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1-17. STRESS TEST
Stress testing or exercise testing is done to assess cardiac function. Stress testing is accomplished by having the patient climb stairs, pedal a stationary bicycle, or walk a treadmill. The exercise is gradually increased (climb or walk faster, pedal harder) while the patient is monitored. Electrocardiogram electrodes attached to the patient record tracings before, during, and after exercise. Additionally, blood pressure, physical appearance, and chest pain levels are monitored closely.
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