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The nurse is discussing the benefits of regular walking with a group of senior citizens. Which of the following statements shows the best understanding of the positive impact of exercise on the older adult?
 
  1. Remember to warm up and cool down with stretching exercises.
  2. Find a walking partner that will accompany you on a regular basis.
  3. Be sure to hydrate yourself well before, during, and after your walk.
  4. Talk with your health care provider before starting a regular walking program.

Question 2

A client is discussing an exercise program that includes running 1.5 miles 3 times a week. Which of the following suggestions made by the nurse is most likely to result in minimizing the client's risk for injury?
 
  1. Stretching before and after running
  2. Alternating running paths every week
  3. Hydrating well with sports drinks during and after running
  4. Wearing running shoes that have been professionally fitted



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Answer to Question 1

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Consult a health care provider before beginning an exercise program, particularly in the presence of heart or lung disease and other chronic illnesses. While the remaining options are not incorrect, they do not show the best overall understanding of the effects of exercise on the body systems of an older adult.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1
The warm-up period usually lasts about 5 to 10 minutes and may include stretching, calisthenics, and/or the aerobic activity performed at a lower intensity. The warm-up activity prepares the body and decreases the potential for injury. While the remaining options contain appropriate suggestions, they are not as directly related to the most common forms of running inju-riesmuscle strain.




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