Which of the following progressions in exercise parameters would be MOST appropriate for a patient 2 weeks postoperative a coronary artery bypass graft who is currently walking on a treadmill for 20 minutes at 50% of maximal heart rate?

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At 2 weeks into the cardiac rehabilitation,increasing the duration should be the first priority for a patient who is walking 20 minutes.Duration should be increased until the patient can exercise for at least 30 minutes,then intensity can be increased.A patient with a CABG should wait for 8 weeks with 3 weeks of continuous participation before resistive training is started.

Which of the Following Progressions in Exercise Parameters Would Be