In a patient with restrictive lung disease energy expenditure is increased due to the increase in work of breathing and accessory muscle use.Which of the following exercise prescriptions would be MOST appropriate?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Lower extremity interval training such as walking is beneficial to the patient if the rest period is at least equal to exercise time as determined by patient tolerance.Any exercise requiring upper extremity use would exacerbate the muscle fatigue due to accessory muscle overuse for breathing.If a patient has an increase in energy expenditure due to increased work of breathing,low-intensity exercise would be more appropriate than moderate-intensity exercise.

In a Patient with Restrictive Lung Disease Energy Expenditure Is