A patient who is 70 pounds overweight is recovering from a myocardial infarction, which occurred 6 weeks ago. The plan of care includes exercise class in conjunction with dietary program to promote weight reduction. Which exercise protocol is MOST appropriate for this patient?
A. Jogging, for 10 minutes at 4 mph
B. Walking, intensity set at 50% target heart rate
C. Walking, intensity set at 75% target heat rate
D. Swimming, intensity set at 75% age-adjusted heart reate
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Four weeks after a myocardial infarction, a patient enters an outpatient physical therapy cardiac rehabilitation program. Now that the patient is in phase 2, what should be the predominant focus of the exercise sessions?
A. Low-level weight training using a starting weight at one repetition maximum
B. Circuit training using various upper extremity resistance devices
C. Continuous aerobic activities using large muscle groups
D. Recreational activities such as running and basketball