How Does the Six Minute Walk Test Work?

Welcome to this video about the six-minute walk test. The primary purpose of the walk test is to evaluate a patient’s tolerance to exercise. While the six-minute walk test was originally developed in 1963 by Balke for patients with cardiopulmonary disease, such as COPD, heart failure, interstitial lung disease, and pulmonary hypertension, its use has expanded. Check out our online test prep courses! https://www.mometrix.com/university For more resources on this topic, go to: https://www.mometrix.com/academy/six-... IF APPLICABLE: Watch our nursing review playlist!    • Nursing Review   Mometrix Study Guides: https://www.mometrix.com Mometrix Flashcards: https://www.flashcardsecrets.com/ More Test Prep Resources: https://www.mometrix.com/academy Follow Mometrix Academy on Pinterest:   / mometrixacademy