Daily question
Scott Rand
In patients with chronic pulmonary disease, endurance training is often beneficial with improved pulmonary function and less symptoms. Which of the following is true regarding pulmonary rehabilitation?
A. The American Thoracic Society (ATS) recommends a specific strength training program
B. Successful rehabilitation requires optimal medical management including pharmacotherapy
C. Pulmonary rehabilitation resembles cardiac rehabilitation with similar applications
D. In pulmonary rehabilitation the patient is encouraged to exercise to maximal effect without relying on oxygen supplementation
Scott E Rand, MD FAAFP CAQSM
Director, Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship
Co Director of Sports Medicine, Houston Methodist Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Willowbrook
Assistant Professor of Clinical Family Medicine Houston Methodist Academic Institute
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Texas A&M University
Assistant Professor of Family Medicine in Clinical Medicine Weill Cornell Medical College.
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Scott Rand
Which of the following regarding injury prevention is correct?
A. Single hinge knee braces can prevent knee injuries in American football
B. Lace-up braces for ankles can reduce recurring ankle injuries in athletes with previous ankle injuries
C. Head gear (scrum caps) can decrease the incidence of concussions in rugby
D. Eyewear with corrective lenses can prevent injury to the orbit
Scott Rand
Which of the following is a known result of resistance training?
A. In elderly patients, improved balance, mobility, and strength to perform ADLs.
B. Decrease in bone mass and in strength of connective tissue.
C. Decrease in lean body mass.
D. Large improvement in cardiorespiratory fitness
E. Decrease in glucose tolerance and lipid profiles when resistance is a component of circuit training.