A Sphygmomanometer May Be Used During a Cycling Exercise Test

question 13

Multiple Choice

A sphygmomanometer may be used during a cycling exercise test to determine

• A)arrhythmias.
• B)conduction disturbances.
• C)myocardial ischemia.
• D)blood pressure.

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