Question

______ is used to determine the physical performance characteristics of a cardiac patient.

(a) Data compression techniques

(b) Stress test electrocardiography

(c) Stress amplitude ECG

(d) QRS detection techniques

Answer 1

The correct choice is (b) Stress test electrocardiography

The explanation is: Stress test or exercise electrocardiography is used when the diagnosis of coronary arterial disease is suspected or to determine the physical performance characteristics of a cardiac patient. The test involves the recording of the electrocardiogram during dynamic or occasionally isometric exercise.