Maricopa Community Colleges  EXS225   20092-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 06/24/08
EXS225 20092-99999 L+L 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Phase III/IV Cardiac Rehabilitation
A multi-disciplinary program to reduce cardiovascular risk factors through physical exercise and educational sessions. Combines monitored and supervised exercise along with extensive patient/family education.
Prerequisites: Physician referral and permission of Department or Division.
Course Note: PED225 may be repeated for a total of nine (9) credit hours.
 
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
EXS225   20092-99999 Phase III/IV Cardiac Rehabilitation
1. Participate in follow-up activities after Phase I and/or II cardiovascular rehabilitation. (I)
2. Participate in patient/family awareness sessions about cardiovascular disease to promote self-care activities. (II)
3. Participate in monitored and supervised exercise to improve or maintain current physical capacity. (III)
4. Participate in a multi-disciplinary program about cardiovascular risk factor modification. (III,IV)
5. Participate in a program that enhances the "quality of life" of each participant. (V)
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EXS225   20092-99999 Phase III/IV Cardiac Rehabilitation
    I. Phase I and/or II Follow-up
        A. Initial and final graded exercise test
        B. Initial and final lipid profile
        C. Initial and final medication check
        D. Initial and final referring physician letter
        E. Initial and final clinical profile
          1. Angina
          2. NTG (nitroglycerin) use
          3. Claudication
          4. Dyspnea on exertion
          5. Other
        F. Weekly telemetry during exercise session
        G. Weekly progress notes or as needed
        H. Daily measurement and recording
          1. Heart rate
          2. Blood pressure
          3. RPE (rating of perceived exertion)
          4. Exercise tolerance
      II. Patient/Family Awareness Sessions
          A. Initial dietary assessment and follow-up
          B. Current Education topics
            1. Nutrition
            2. Smoking cessation
            3. Weight management
            4. Cardiovascular risk factor modification
            5. Stress management
            6. Prescription factors of personal exercise regimens
        III. Monitored/Supervised Exercise
            A. Initial and final consultation of cardiovascular risk factor modification
            B. Personal exercise prescription/home program
              1. Warm-up
              2. Vigorous or aerobic phase
              3. Exercise or target heart rate and/or RPE (rating of perceived exertion)
              4. Cool-down
              5. Allowable recreational activities
                a. Aerobics
                b. Volleyball
                c. Basketball
              6. Fitness Center participation
          IV. Cardiovascular Risk Factor Modification
              A. Evaluation of Type A behavior and/or stress/anger levels
              B. Initial and final body composition assessment
            V. Enhancement Program
                A. Vocational rehabilitation information
                B. Special events
                  1. Various recommended recreation activities
                    a. Hiking
                    b. Walking events
                    c. Swimming
                  2. Socials
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