A stress test should be terminated if:
A)There is a significant drop in systolic blood pressure in response to an increasing workload.
B)Cheeks become flushed.
C)Blood pressure increases 7 to 10 mm Hg per MET of physical activity.
D)Respiratory rate and depth increase without shortness of breath.

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A significant drop in systolic blood pressure during a stress test could indicate cardiovascular instability and is a reason to terminate the test for safety reasons. Cheeks becoming flushed, blood pressure increasing by 7 to 10 mm Hg per MET, or respiratory rate and depth increasing without shortness of breath are normal physiological responses during exercise and do not indicate a need to terminate the test.

A Stress Test Should Be Terminated If