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The range of fitness tests suitable for two contrasting clients Cardiac Patient1. Body composition (plicotic test). You should perform this test to see if your client has the correct body weight and composition. Under the skin there is a layer of subcutaneous fat and the percentage of total body fat can be measured by taking the "skin fold" at selected points on the body with a pair of calipers.2. Blood pressure test. Normal systolic blood pressure in an adult ranges between 110 and 140 mm Hg, and diastolic blood pressure ranges between 60 and 90 mm Hg. You would use this test to see if your client is within these limits since high blood pressure is dangerous. As blood flows through the artery, it can be listened to through an astethoscope placed on the skin over the artery. Blood pressure is recorded as two measurements.3. Cholesterol test. A cholesterol test measures the amount of cholesterol and triglycerides in the serum (part of the blood). SimplyBlood is taken from a vein and analyzed. This test is often done to evaluate heart disease risks. Your cholesterol measurement in terms of mg/dl. A value below 200 mg/dl is desirable, as it reduces the risk of heart disease. Levels above 240 mg/dl can pose an almost double risk of heart disease compared to someone with a level below 200 mg/dl.4. Test ECG. Small metal electrodes are attached to the arms, legs and chest. The electrode wires are connected to an ECG machine. The machine detects and amplifies electrical impulses