National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) Practice Exam

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What heart rate percentage should a patient who has undergone coronary artery bypass grafting maintain during treatment interventions?

75% to 90% maximum heart rate
55% to 75% maximum heart rate
65% to 80% maximum heart rate
50% to 70% maximum heart rate

The correct answer is: 65% to 80% maximum heart rate

The recommended heart rate percentage for a patient who has undergone coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) during treatment interventions is typically in the range of 65% to 80% of their maximum heart rate. This guideline is based on promoting cardiovascular fitness and safely increasing exercise intensity while minimizing the risk of complications. Following CABG, patients are often deconditioned and may have limitations due to surgery, making it crucial to balance exercise intensity with safety. The 65% to 80% range allows for a moderate to vigorous level of exercise that can enhance cardiac output and improve overall functional capacity without overexerting the heart. Exercising within this targeted heart rate zone helps ensure that the patient can improve their cardiovascular fitness safely, monitoring for any signs of distress or intolerance. In clinical practice, it's important to adjust exercise prescriptions based on individual responses and recovery progress, while adhering to safe parameters established for post-operative cardiac rehabilitation.