Prepare for examinations
Before proceeding veloergometry examination some conditions must be noted:
- one day prior examination medication cannot be taken (except for diabetes). In case of chronic heart disease, all medications should be taken as usual. Take a list of all actual medication and dosage quantities to the examination;
- do not eat or smoke 2-3 hours before examination;
- take comfortable clothing (sports trousers or shorts), footwear with a solid base (sneakers, sports shoes);
- if you have a cold (fever, cough, runny nose, etc.), then it is better to postpone examination to another date.
For cardiologist consultation required:
- previous statements from the hospital;
- electrocardiogram;
- previous echocardiographic examinations;
- blood test results.
Before Holter monitoring:
- MEN prior examination must shave chest hair from the throat to the navel and from the armpits to the waistline.
If you have a cold (fever, cough, runny nose, etc.), then it is better to postpone examination to another date.
