Author Question: When encouraging a fitness program for older adults, what must the nurse consider? 1) Older ... (Read 26 times)

corkyiscool3328 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

When encouraging a fitness program for older adults, what must the nurse consider?

1) Older adults should engage in 75 to 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week.
2) More than 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity can be harmful to bones.
3) Structured calisthenics programs achieve greater health benefits for older adults.
4) Older adults at risk for falling should do activities that maintain or improve balance.

Question 2

A patient has started a fitness program. What program features illustrate that he has started a well-rounded program?

1) Flexibility
2) Isometric exercises
3) Resistance training
4) Aerobic conditioning