NPTE Physical Therapist Exam Review

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What response to exercise is thought to be a result of increased parasympathetic influence, decreased sympathetic influence, and lower heart rate?
  1. Decreased resting and sub-maximal heart rate
  2. Increased resting and sub-maximal heart rate
  3. Decreased resting and increased sub-maximal heart rate
  4. Increased resting and decreased sub-maximal heart rate
Explanation
Answer: A - Decreased resting and sub-maximal heart rate is thought to be a result of increased parasympathetic influence, decreased sympathetic influence, and lower heart rate. This is a chronic adaptation from aerobic training.
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