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Editing Protocols
Protocols are scripts used to run exercise stress tests. The Exercise Stress Test option
comes with several predefined protocols. The Edit Protocol function allows you to edit
the predefined protocols or create new ones.
This chapter describes the protocol fields that can be modified and explains how to
modify them. For information on conducting stress tests, refer to
Chapter 6 , “Exercise
Stress Testing” .
Protocol Overview
A protocol controls the duration and intensity of an exercise stress test. If used with
supported exercise equipment, the protocol can automatically adjust the equipment;
with unsupported equipment, the protocol can alert the tester to manually adjust
the equipment.
You can modify the following protocol fields:
Protocol Parameters
Parameter Description
Protocol Name Displays the name of the protocol you are editing.
To create a new protocol, change the name of an existing protocol.
Menu name
Determines how the protocol name appears on the screen menu.
Exercise Test Type Determines which exercise equipment will be used during the test
and, consequently, the type of test to conduct. Valid values are:
• Treadmill in MPH or Km/h
Select this option for digital treadmills that can connect to and
be controlled by the MAC system. You would select this option
if you are using GE Healthcare's T2000 treadmill.
• Analog Treadmill in MPH or Km/h
Select this option for analog treadmills that cannot be
connected to the MAC system. If this option is selected, the
MAC system will alert the operator to manually adjust the
treadmill at the appropriate points in the test.
• Ergometer in Watts or KPM
Select this option for digital ergometers that can connect to
and be controlled by the MAC system.
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