EXCM 368 - 001

This course focuses on physiological implications of metabolic conditions such as diabetes, cardiac and pulmonary disease on exercise. The course includes modifications to exercise testing and in-depth preparation for exercise prescription based on diseases and special conditions. The course reviews contraindications and considerations for exercise, EKG interpretation and implications of physiological responses to exercise. Behavioral strategies to implement in client exercise planning and education are addressed. Exercise prescription is discussed as part of the ongoing evaluation of client performance.

Prerequisite: EXCM 201 and Anatomy & Physiology (GNUR 155/155L and GNUR 156/156L).

Outcomes: At the successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1) Create patient/client focused exercise programs, with modifications and progressive programming based on physiologic alterations; 2) Understand the effect of exercise on the physiological systems of the body and disease states; 3) Analyze exercise testing data from healthy individuals and individuals with physiological alterations; 4) Evaluate EKG responses to exercise; 5) Implement testing protocols and modifications for individuals with physiological alterations; 6) Understand acute responses and chronic adaptations to exercise and the impact on individuals with physiological adaptations.