You are using gas
analysis during a VO2max test. Your VO2 graph initially shows an upward trend from the warmup. The client reports an RPE of 2 out of 10, and their complexion is maintained. The client’s coordination is still strong, and there is no sign of adverse medical events. However, as you increase the exercise intensity to the next
stage, the graph suddenly trends downward. What would be the likely cause of
this downward trend?

Question

Accepted Answer

Air is leaking through the mouthpiece, mask, metabolic cart umbilical cord, nose clip or pneumotach.

Answer

The client is having a medical event. The test should be terminated immediately.

Answer

As exercise intensity increases, oxygen consumption decreases to sustain the metabolic load and continue working at the same intensity.

Answer

Air is leaking through the ears

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You are using gas analysis during a VO2max test. Your VO2 graph initially shows...

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