A nurse is educating a patient regarding a stress test on a treadmill.Teaching includes that this test is a noninvasive procedure.What additional information is appropriate for the nurse to include?

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It is important to inform the patient that the stress test on a treadmill is monitored continuously by blood pressure and an electrocardiogram to ensure safety and accuracy of the test. The other options (B, C, and D) are not appropriate to include in this teaching. The duration of the test may vary, depending on the protocol used and the patient's response to the test. The purpose of the test is to evaluate the patient's cardiovascular fitness, and it may or may not result in symptoms such as claudication or dyspnea. After the test, the patient may resume normal activities unless instructed otherwise by the healthcare provider.

A Nurse Is Educating a Patient Regarding a Stress Test