NPTE Physical Therapist Exam Review

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What affect does supine hypotensive syndrome have on exercising during pregnancy?
  1. It causes increased blood pressure due to greater blood volume.
  2. It requires cessation of supine positioned exercises.
  3. It increases risk of overtraining.
  4. It decreases risk of syncope.
Explanation
Answer: B - Supine hypotensive syndrome requires cessation of supine positioned exercises during pregnancy. This is a result of a reduced return flow of blood due to the growing uterus.
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