Stress Test Instructions

Please eat a light breakfast and avoid caffeine (no coffee, tea, soda etc.) Wear sneakers (be sure to lace and tie properly), shorts or sweatpants and a tee shirt. Take all medications as you normally would. Be sure to tell the nurse what medications you take. This includes all medications that do not have anything to do with the heart. It is important to report all medications you take. You may bring a light snack and a drink for after the test. The entire procedure will take about 1 hour including prep and cool down time. Actual exercise time varies between 10 – 15 minutes. If you have any questions or you are unable to keep your appointment, please call the office at: (732) 282-1060.