Progressive Care Nursing Certification (PCCN) Practice Exam

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A patient with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy should avoid what type of activity?

Strenuous exercise
High-altitude activities
Aerobic dancing
Yoga sessions

The correct answer is: Strenuous exercise

Patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) are advised to avoid strenuous exercise due to the risk of adverse events, such as arrhythmias or sudden cardiac arrest. HCM is characterized by an abnormal thickening of the heart muscle, which can impair its ability to pump blood and can lead to dangerous situations during intense physical exertion. Strenuous exercise increases the heart's workload, which can exacerbate symptoms and potentially provoke life-threatening complications in individuals with this condition. While high-altitude activities, aerobic dancing, and yoga sessions may have varying levels of physical intensity, they do not pose the same immediate risks associated with strenuous exercises in patients with HCM. Hence, the recommendation is specifically to avoid strenuous exercise for the safety and well-being of individuals with this heart condition.