Preparation of the patient
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(1) The patient should wear comfortable clothing as well as appropriate shoes for exercise. (2) Patients should use their usual walking aids during the test (cane, walker, etc.) (3) The patient’s usual medical regimen should be continued. (4) A light meal is acceptable before early morning or early afternoon tests. (5) Patients should not have exercised vigorously within 2 h of the test’s start.