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kellyjaisingh · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse is attempting to start an exercise program in a local community as a health promotion project. In explaining the purpose of the project, the nurse explains to community leaders that

a. A sedentary lifestyle contributes to the development of health-related problems.
b. The recommended frequency of workouts should be twice a day.
c. An exercise prescription should incorporate aerobic exercise only.
d. The purpose of weight training is to bulk up muscles.

Question 2

The nurse is developing an exercise program for elderly patients living in a nursing home. To develop a beneficial health promotion program, the nurse needs to understand that when dealing with the elderly

a. Exercise is of very little benefit because the patients are old.
b. It is important to disregard their current interests in favor of exercise.
c. No physical benefit can be gained without a formal exercise program.
d. Adjustments to exercise programs may have to be made to prevent problems.

djofnc · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
A sedentary lifestyle contributes to the development of health-related problems. A holistic approach is taken to develop overall fitness and includes warm-ups, aerobic exercise, resistance training, weight training, and so forth. The recommended frequency of aerobic exercise is 3 to 5 times per week or every other day for approximately 30 minutes. Cross-training is recommended for the patient who prefers to exercise every day. Some patients use weight training to bulk up their muscles. However, the purposes of weight training from a health perspective are to develop tone and strength and to simulate and maintain healthy bone.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Exercise is extremely beneficial for older adults, but adjustments to an exercise program may have to be made for those of advanced age to prevent problems. When developing an exercise program for any older adult, consider not only the person's current activity level, range of motion, muscle strength and tone, and response to physical activity, but also the person's interests, capacities, and limitations. Older adults who are unable to participate in a formal exercise program are able to achieve the benefits of improved joint mobility and enhanced circulation by simply stretching and exaggerating movements during performance of routine activities of daily living.