A 45-year-old female presents to physical therapy with complaints of persistent fatigue, and unexplained weight loss. Upon examination, the therapist notes tachycardia, low blood pressure episodes, and excessive sweating. Which of the following is the MOST likely diagnosis?

A) Graves Disease

B) Cor Pulmonale

C) Hypoglycemia

D) Adrenocortical hyperplasia

Links Mentioned:

• NPTE Tips & Tricks: www.nptegroup.com
• Truelearn: USE CODE: PTH020

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Lina presents with a history of chronic heart failure, increased dyspnea and fatigue during daily activities. The physical therapist plans to implement an aerobic exercise program. Which of the following exercise protocols is MOST appropriate for this patient?

A) 70-85% of HRmax, 5 times per week, for 45-60 minutes

B) 50-60% of HRR, 3 times per week, for 20-40 minutes

C) 30-40% of HRmax, daily, for 10-15 minutes

D) 80-90% of HRR, 4 times per week, for 60 minutes

LINKS MENTIONED:

• NPTE Tips & Tricks: www.nptegroup.com
• Truelearn: USE CODE: PTH020
• Free Cheatsheets: www.nptecheatsheets.com