Minimizing Complications During Six Minute Walk Distance (Six Minute Walk Test)

Are you performing a six minute walk distance (6MWD) test?

Is the testing location rapidly accessible if there is an emergency?

Are emergency supplies readily available?

Is a means of calling for assistance readily available?

Are you trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation?

Are you able to observe the patient at all times, without distraction?

Does the patient normally require oxygen?

Is oxygen being given to the patient?

Is oxygen delivery impeding the patient

• developed chest pain?

• developed severe dyspnea?

• developed leg cramps?

• started to stagger?

• become diaphoretic?

• become pale or ashen?