You are designing an exercise program for a patient recovering from a myocardial infarction (MI). Refer to the table below. Which exercise level is generally recommended to provide cardiovascular benefits while minimizing risk? Activity Level Exercise Type Risk Assessment Low Walking Low risk, promote for general cardiovascular benefit Moderate Cycling on a stationary bike Moderate risk, safe under supervision High Running High risk, should be closely supervised or avoided Very High Competitive sports Very high risk, not recommended for MI recovery
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AHigh risk, should be closely supervised or avoided
BVery high risk, not recommended for MI recovery
CLow risk, promote for general cardiovascular benefit
DModerate risk, safe under supervision
✓ Correct answer: C. Low risk, promote for general cardiovascular benefitPatients recovering from a myocardial infarction are encouraged to engage in low-risk activities, such as walking, to promote cardiovascular health without excessive stress on the heart. Moderate activities can be considered with supervision, while high to very high-risk activities are usually avoided.
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