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Six Minute Walk Test Instructions and Tracking Sheet . 4. Instruct the patient as follows: "The object of this test is to walk as far as possible for 6 minutes. You will walk back and forth in this hallway. Six minutes is a long time to walk, so you will be exerting yourself. You will probably get out of breath or become exhausted.
15 minutes provided between tests to allow adequate recovery. 1. Prior to walking say to patient: The object of this test is to walk as FAR AS POSSIBLE for 6 minutes. You will walk back and forth along this course (demonstrate one lap) for six minutes. You may slow down if necessary.
“The aim of this test is to walk as far as possible for 6 minutes. You will walk along this hallway between the pylons as many times as you can in 6 minutes. I will let you know as each minute goes past, and then at 6 minutes I will ask you to stop where you are. 6 minutes is a long time to walk, so you will be exerting yourself.
Begin the Test by instructing the patient to start walking and start the stop watch. Monitor the patient for untoward signs and symptoms. Use standard encouragements during the test. Example: At minute one: “Five minutes remaining. Do your best!” At minute two: “Four minutes remaining. You're doing well - keep it up!”
The 6 MWT is performed on a walking track in a facility. The track has been marked at 3-m intervals so that accurate measurement of the walking distance can be performed.
Description: The 6 Minute Walk Test is a measure of endurance. Patient Instructions: “I am going to measure how far you can walk in 6 minutes. When I say ‘go’, I want you to walk around the hallway (track) for 6 minutes. Keep walking until I say ‘stop’ or until you are too tired to go any further.
What is a 6 Minute Walk Test (6MWT)? A 6 Minute Walk Test is used to find out how much you are able to exercise. The test will measure how far you can walk on a flat surface in 6 minutes. Why is this test done? The 6MWT is done to help your doctor understand your body’s response to exercise.
