Cardiac Rehabilitation Glossary

American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, the primary professional organization setting cardi...

A class of medications that lower blood pressure and reduce cardiac workload by blocking angiotensin-converting enzyme.

Evidence-based exercise recommendations from the American College of Sports Medicine for cardiac patients.

The exercise intensity at which lactate begins to accumulate in the blood, indicating the transition from aerobic to ana...

Chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, typically triggered by exertion or stress.

The exercise intensity level at which a patient begins to experience chest pain or discomfort.

Symptoms other than chest pain that represent myocardial ischemia, requiring recognition and monitoring during cardiac r...

An abnormal heart rhythm that may be too fast, too slow, or irregular.

A class of medications that reduce heart rate and blood pressure by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors, commonly prescri...

The difference between resting heart rate and maximum achievable heart rate in patients with chronotropic incompetence....

Coronary artery bypass graft surgery, a common indication for cardiac rehabilitation enrollment.

An invasive procedure using a catheter to diagnose and treat coronary artery disease.

Any acute cardiovascular occurrence requiring medical intervention, including myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, or...

The difference between cardiac output at peak exercise and at rest, indicating the heart's pumping capacity during physi...

A healthcare professional who coordinates patient care transitions, insurance authorization, and resource allocation wit...

Comprehensive documentation outlining home exercise recommendations, ongoing medical management, and follow-up care upon...

Mandatory clinical and administrative records needed to support cardiac rehabilitation services for regulatory complianc...

A specialized healthcare professional who designs and supervises exercise programs for cardiac patients undergoing rehab...

Systematic advancement of exercise intensity, duration, and frequency based on patient response and clinical indicators.

Payer approval process required before initiating rehabilitation services to ensure coverage and establish session limit...

Comprehensive initial evaluation documenting patient's medical history, functional status, psychosocial factors, and ris...

Physician authorization documenting that a patient is medically stable and safe to participate in structured exercise th...

A physician responsible for the medical oversight, policies, and clinical protocols of a cardiac rehabilitation program.

A registered nurse who oversees the clinical operations and care coordination of a cardiac rehabilitation program.